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SEVENTEEN-YEAR-OLD RECEIVES 55 YEARS AFTER KILLING A WOMAN WITH A STOLEN VEHICLE

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SEVENTEEN-YEAR-OLD RECEIVES 55 YEARS AFTER KILLING A WOMAN WITH A STOLEN VEHICLE AND MOCKING HER

APRIL 27, 2023

Evansville, IN – Prosecutor Diana Moers announces that, on May 26, 2023, Mateo Reymundo Rodriguez was sentenced to 55 years in the Indiana Department of Correction for running over a victim—killing her—and fleeing the premises while stealing a vehicle at a gas station.

On May 26, 2023, Magistrate Judge Ryan C. Reed of the Vanderburgh Circuit Court agreed with the State’s recommendation to sentence 17-year-old Rodriguez to 55 years executed in the Indiana Department of Correction. At the sentencing hearing,

Deputy Prosecutor Heath Tuley argued that the Defendant’s actions were particularly heinous and caused an innocent woman to die, he had a history of delinquent activity, and he displayed a lack of remorse for his actions. Despite the Defendant testifying at trial that he did not see the victim and did not know he ran her over, Deputy Prosecutor Tuley argued the Defendant’s subsequent statements about the victim “playing superwoman” on the day she was run over by him plainly contradicting his sworn testimony and advocate for no leniency to be shown.

On April 3, 2022, then 16-year-old Rodriguez entered a parked, but still running, vehicle with the intent to steal it. Upon reversing, Rodriguez struck another parked car with the victim in the driver’s seat. The victim exited the car and ran to the front of the vehicle Rodriguez was driving. Rodriguez then callously accelerated forward, resulting in the victim falling underneath and being run over while Rodriguez sped away. The victim passed away due to her injuries. While in jail, Rodriguez communicated that if the victim wanted to play a superwoman, then she would get hurt.

Prosecutor Moers stated: “This young man took the life of a completely innocent woman and then mocked her. This sentence acknowledges the fact that Rodriguez has a complete disregard for human life and will now spend his own locked away.”

 

Partnership is key for conservation success in Indiana; new record for conservation practices set

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INDIANAPOLIS (May 25, 2023) —The Indiana Conservation Partnership (ICP) announced its 2022 conservation accomplishments. The ICP works with Hoosier landowners to provide technical or financial assistance for the implementation of conservation projects. In 2022, landowners supported by the ICP installed more than 47,000 new conservation practices, up over 15,000 from 2021.

“It was so encouraging to see that this year was another record-setting season for Hoosier farmers and landowners,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “These businesses are passionate about protecting and enhancing their lands for generations to come and this year was no different. This record is thanks to the Indiana Conservation Partnership and many others who help our Hoosier farmers and landowners succeed.”

The Indiana Conservation Partnership report showed that over the last year landowners helped prevent over 1.8 million tons of sediment, over 3.9 million pounds of nitrogen and over 1.9 million pounds of phosphorus from entering Indiana waterways. Cover crops and no-till practices implemented with ICP’s assistance sequestered an estimated 48,000 tons of soil organic carbon, which is the equivalent to the carbon emissions of more than 34,843 cars.

While the term conservation practices can mean many things, in Indiana, some of the most common conservation best management practices are cover crops, nutrient management, residue and tillage management, conservation cover, early successional habitat development/management and grassed waterways. 

“Indiana’s exceptional agricultural production is rooted in the soil. In a time when extreme weather events seem to be on the rise, keeping soil on the farm, healthy and productive is of paramount importance,” said Indiana Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Acting State Conservationist David Doctorian. “Indiana farmers are making great strides in adopting soil health principles and systems on their land. More and more Indiana producers are increasing their soil’s organic matter and improving microbial activity thus reducing the need for expensive inputs — all while harvesting better profits and often better yields. Indiana NRCS is pleased to be part of the ICP as they play a pivotal role in supporting producers as they embrace production systems that armor their operations against extreme weather and ensure food security for the United States.”

Indiana State Department of Agriculture director Don Lamb recognizes the difficulties that come with installing new conservation initiatives but sees the good.

“I know first-hand how timely, expensive and operationally challenging it can be to implement soil conservation practices on farmland. But Hoosier farmers are willing to accept the challenge and strive to make their soil more nutrient rich and healthy for years to come,” said Lamb. “These practices are all voluntary and that is something I think farmers should be recognized for, they don’t have to do them, and they are extra work, but they are willing to do them for the betterment of the soil and our world.”

The ICP is made up of public and non-profit groups, along with landowners, that work together for the betterment of soil health and water quality. ICP organizations include, Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Indiana Department of Environmental Management, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, ISDA, Indiana State Soil Conservation Board, Purdue Extension, USDA-Farm Service Agency and USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service.

The Indiana Conservation Partnership is a crucial part of Indiana’s Nutrient Reduction Strategy, this illustrates the continued success and challenges of conservation and serves as a tool to help set watershed priorities and reduction targets, manage conservation resources and to further stakeholder involvement across Indiana. 

To find more information on soil and water conservation in Indiana, soil and carbon sequestration, soil conservation trends, Indiana’s work in our three water basins or partnerships between other states in the full report, click here or visit isda.in.gov. 

EPA Encourages Sun Safety on ‘Don’t Fry Day

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EPA Encourages Sun Safety on ‘Don’t Fry Day’ as America Heads Into Holiday Weekend

Learn more about a few simple steps to protect your skin and eye health while outdoors this summer

WASHINGTON (May 26, 2023) — Today, before the Memorial Day long weekend, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), along with the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention, is recognizing the 15th “Don’t Fry Day” to encourage Americans to take a few simple steps to protect their skin and eye health while outdoors. Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can increase the risk of developing skin cancer, so it is important to be aware of the strength of the sun’s UV rays when enjoying your time outside.

“This long weekend, and all summer long, remember to take care of your skin and eyes when you are enjoying the outdoors,” said Joseph Goffman, Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation. “Wear sunscreen, protective clothing, a hat, and sunglasses. Sun damage builds up over your lifetime, so take care of your skin every day you’re outdoors.”

Since most skin cancer cases and deaths are caused by exposure to UV radiation, many cases may be preventable. The American Skin Cancer Society estimates that in 2023 more than 97,600 new cases of invasive melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, will be diagnosed in the United States. This is roughly 1,400 fewer cases than were estimated in 2022.

All people are equally at risk of eye damage and developing cataracts, but some people may be at greater risk of contracting skin cancer depending on the color of their skin, a history of blistering sunburns in early childhood, the presence of many moles, or a family history of skin cancer. Also, be aware that UV may be high even in winter depending on factors such as location, elevation, and reflective surfaces.

Reduce your risk of skin cancer and eye damage by remembering to:

  • SLIP! – Slip on a long-sleeved shirt or other clothing that covers your skin.
  • SLOP! – Slop on a handful of sunscreen with sun protection factor (SPF) 15 or higher, and re-apply every two hours, or sooner if in the water.
  • SLAP! – Slap on a broad-brimmed hat to cover the back of your neck and the tips of your ears.
  • WRAP! – Wrap on a pair of sunglasses. Sunglasses that wrap around the sides of your face provide more sun protection.
  • Avoid tanning beds and minimize sunbathing.
  • Check the UV Index before spending time outdoors.

EPA, the National Weather Service, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention work together to make the UV Index forecast available in the United States. EPA’s UV index app (search for EPA’s UV Index in the App Store and on Google Play) is a convenient tool to let you know the strength of the sun’s skin cancer-causing UV rays. The app gives daily and hourly UV intensity forecasts for your location, provides recommendations on sun safety, and is also available in Spanish.

 

BALLY’S SUMMER HAPPENINGS

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SUMMER HAPPENINGS 2023

  • 24-HOUR CASINO. MUST BE 21 TO PLAY. PROMOTIONAL RULES AND CONDITIONS APPLY. BALLY’S EVANSVILLE ENCOMPASSES 45,000 SQUARE FEET OF GAMING SPACE FEATURING OVER 950 SLOT GAMES AND 30 LIVE AND ELECTRONIC TABLE GAMES
  • TWO FIRST-CLASS HOTELS
  • THREE DINING OPTIONS
  • THREE BARS

JUNE PROMOTIONS

GIFT GIVEAWAYS
Qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members receive a choice of Free Gift(s) or Free Slot Play.

Thursday, June 1 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Saturday, June 3 – Waterproof Safe or Smokeless Grill and Griddle

Wednesday, June 7 – 8-Piece Storage Set
Thursday, June 8 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Saturday, June 10 – Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Wednesday, June 14 – Hot/Cold Massage Gun
Thursday, June 15 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Wednesday, June 21 – Toast Master Electric Skillet or 5-In-1 Rice Cooker
Thursday, June 22 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Sunday, June 24 – Gift Giveaway Blowout – Choose from a variety of Gifts

Wednesday, June 28 – Black & Decker Steam Iron
Thursday, June 29 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card

BALLY BUCKS MULTIPLIER
Each Monday in June • All day! 12 Midnight – 11:59 PM CT
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members. Swipe your Bally Rewards card at any promotional kiosk before playing to multiply your points! Play your favorite casino games with your Bally Rewards card inserted in the machine to earn 3X Multiplier toward your Bally Bucks.

 

$20,000 500 FRENZY FREE SLOT PLAY DRAWING
Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members who receive PRINTED ENTRIES each day by checking in at any Promotional Kiosk any time between 10AM – 9:55PM CT. Legend Tier Members receive 3 entries, Superstar Tier Members receive 2 entries, and all others receive 1 Entry. Entries do not carry over from Friday to Saturday. Each day, from 5:15PM – 10PM, 1 winner every 15 minutes will receive $500 Free Slot Play.

 

PICK A CHIP
Sundays, June 4 and 25, and Tuesdays, June 6 and 20, from 6AM – 12AM CT
Qualified and invited Bally Rewards Members swipe their card at any Promotional Kiosk to see how much Free Slot Play they have won, from $5, $10, $25, or $500.

 

EARN & SCRATCH
Friday, June 9
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members who earn 10 Reward Points on June 9. Check in at any promotional kiosk any time between 6AM CT – Midnight CT to print an Earn & Shop Voucher. Present the Voucher at the Players Club between 10AM CT and 12 Midnight to receive a Scratch Card with a chance to win $5 to $1,000 in Free Slot Play or $5,000 Cash.

 

JACKPOT BONUS OFFER
Friday and Saturday, June 9 & 10, from 5PM – 12AM
Open to qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members. Legend, Superstar and Star Bally Rewards members who win a Jackpot of $1,200 or more will be extended a Free Slot Play Bonus. $300 for Legend Tier, $150 for Superstar Tier, and $100 for Star Tier.

 

$10,000 JACKPOT PARTY
Sunday, June 11
Open to Bally Rewards Members who received a Jackpot of $1,200 or more between January 1, 2020 – June 10, 2023. Invited guests check in and activate their entries at any promotional kiosk on June 11, between 11AM – 1:30PM. Drawings will be held from the Players Club. Five names will be drawn every half hour from 2PM to 3:30PM. Each winner receives $500 in Free Slot Play.

 

$20,000 JACKPOT PARTY
Wednesday, June 14
Open to Bally Rewards Members who received a Jackpot of $1,200 or more between January 1, 2020 – June 13, 2023. Invited guests check in and activate their entries at any promotional kiosk on June 14, between 4:30PM – 6:30PM. Drawings will be held from the Players Club. Five names will be drawn every half hour from 7PM to 8:30PM. Each winner receives $1,000 in Free Slot Play.

BALLY’S LAKE TAHOE TRIP GIVEAWAY
Friday and Saturday, June 16 & 17, from 5PM – 9PM CT
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members. Invited players visit the Casino Players Club and register with a Promotions Representative to pick up their Trip Voucher.

 

$42,500 3-DAY SUPER CASH GIVEAWAY
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 16, 17 & 18
Open to all Bally Rewards Members.
On Friday and Saturday, check in between 2PM – 9:30PM at any Promotional Kiosk, print your Entry, and deposit it into the Drawing Drum at the Players Club! Drawings will be held from 3PM-10PM with 56 Winners! On Sunday, June 18, players check in between 10AM – 3:30PM at any Promotional Kiosk, print their entry, and deposit it into the Drawing Drum at the Players Club. Drawings start at 2PM with 41 Winners who pick an envelope from the drawing drum to reveal their prize of up to $250 Free Slot Play, $5,000 Cash, or $10,000 Cash!

 

TABLE PLAYERS DRAWING
Sunday, June 18

Open to qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members. Check in at any promotional kiosk between 6AM – 11:30AM CT to receive entries based on previous gaming activity. A $250 Table Free Play Drawing will be held every 15 minutes from 12 Noon – 4:15pm CT. At 5PM CT, a $1,000 Cash Prize plus all unclaimed Table Free Play will be awarded to one lucky winner.

$20,000 JACKPOT PARTY
Friday, June 23
Open to Bally Rewards Members who received a Jackpot of $1,200 or more between January 1, 2020 – June 22, 2023. Invited guests check in and activate their entries at any promotional kiosk on June 23, between 6PM – 8PM. Drawings will be held from the Players Club. Five names will be drawn every half hour from 8:30PM to 10PM. Each winner receives $1,000 in Free Slot Play.

 

$15,000 SUMMER FUN FREE SLOT PLAY DRAWING
Saturday, June 24
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members who receive PRINTED ENTRIES by checking in at any Promotional Kiosk any time between 10AM – 8:55PM CT. Legend Tier Members receive 3 entries, Superstar Tier Members receive 2 entries, and all others receive 1 Entry. From 1:45PM – 9PM, 2 winners every 15 minutes will receive $250 Free Slot Play.

 

$3 MILLION INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND DRAWING

Thursday, June 29 – Saturday, July 1
Open to all Bally Rewards Members who earn entries by playing casino games from 6AM on June 29 – 8PM on July 1. Check-in at any promotional kiosk between 6PM – 8PM. Drawings for Free Slot Play prizes up to $1,000. Three guests will each play for a chance to win $10,000, $20,000 or a $1 Million cash prize. Drawings start at 8:30PM from the Players Club. Must be present to win.

 

$10,000 CASH STORM FREE SLOT PLAY DRAWING
Friday, June 30
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members who receive PRINTED ENTRIES by checking in at any Promotional Kiosk any time between 2PM – 8:55PM CT. Legend Tier Members receive 3 entries, Superstar Tier Members receive 2 entries, and all others receive 1 Entry. From 4:15PM – 9PM, 1 winner every 15 minutes will receive $500 Free Slot Play.

 

MONTHLY EMAIL DRAWING
Bally Rewards Members submit their email addresses to enter a monthly drawing for $1,000 Bonus Free Slot Play.

NEW SLOT GAMING PRODUCT

  • Fu Gui Hao Men: Everlasting Fortunes
  • Fu Gui Hao Men: Magnificent Fortunes
  • Cats Wild Serengeti
  • Pinball Double Gold
  • Double Top Dollar
  • Regal Riches

COMING IN JUNE!

  • Buffalo Ascension
  • Coin Choy Trio

DINING, SPECIALS, AND HAPPY HOURS

TAP HOUSE FEATURE OF THE MONTH – $14
Southern Indiana Steak and Egg – Grilled strips of ribeye, an over-easy egg, arugula, and lemon garlic mayo on a brioche bun. Served with French fries.

TAP HOUSE BEER OF THE MONTH – $5.50 Pint
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale – This full-bodied pale ale’s citric Cascade hops highlight the lemon garlic mayo while its crisp bitterness cuts the fattiness of the steak and egg.

June 2 is National Doughnut Day – 50% Off Donuts at The Deli
June 22 is National Onion Rings Day – $2 Off Onion Ring Starter in Tap House. Dine-In only
June 26 is National Chocolate Pudding Day – 50% Off Chocolate Pudding at The Deli

LEGENDARY CELEBRATION
Legend Club Members receive complimentary appetizers and alcohol each Friday from 5PM-9PM at Cavanaugh’s On the River.

PREMIUM WEEKEND PARTY
Legend Club Members receive complimentary drinks from 7PM-12AM at the High Limit Bar on Fridays and Saturdays.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

THE PIANO BAR AT CAVANAUGH’S ON THE RIVER – The casual, upscale atmosphere of the Piano Bar is the ideal place to enjoy live regional entertainment on Thursdays from 6PM-9PM and on Fridays and Saturdays from 6PM-10PM CT.

  • June 1 – Andrea Wirth
  • June 2 – Bob Ballard
  • June 3 – Bob Green
  • June 8 – Andrea Wirth
  • June 9 – Bob Green
  • June 10 – Bob Ballard
  • June 15 – Andrea Wirth
  • June 16 – Jed Demlow
  • June 17 – Jed Demlow
  • June 22 – Andrea Wirth
  • June 23 – Bob Green
  • June 24 – Bob Green
  • June 29 – Andrea Wirth
  • June 30 – Bob Green

 

JULY PROMOTIONS

 

GIFT GIVEAWAYS
Qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members receive a choice of Free Gift(s) or Free Slot Play.

 

Sunday, July 2 – Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Wednesday, July 5 – Ovente Microfiber Spray Mop
Thursday, July 6 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Saturday, July 8 – 26” Toolbox with Organizer
Sunday, July 9 – Gift Giveaway Blowout – Choose from a variety of Gifts

Wednesday, July 12 – Hyde Pivot Jet Hose Attachment
Thursday, July 13 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Wednesday, July 19 – Ovente 12″ Deep Electric Skillet with Lid
Thursday, July 20 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card
Sunday, July 23 – Gift Giveaway Blowout – Choose from a variety of Gifts
Wednesday, July 26 – Mason 5-Piece Drinkware Set
Thursday, July 27 - Choice of Marathon, Walmart, Amazon, Texas Roadhouse, Macy’s, VISA Gift Card

 

BALLY BUCKS MULTIPLIER
Each Monday in July • All day! 12 Midnight – 11:59PM CT
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members. Swipe your Bally Rewards card at any promotional kiosk before playing to multiply your points! Play your favorite casino games with your Bally Rewards card inserted in the machine to earn 3X Multiplier toward your Bally Bucks.

 

$37,000 SUMMER SIZZLER FREE SLOT PLAY DRAWING
Saturday, July 1 – Saturday, July 22
Open to all Bally Rewards Members who earn entries by playing their favorite Casino games from 6AM CT on July 1 – 7:30PM CT on July 22. To be eligible for the drawings, players swipe their Rewards card at any promotional kiosk and activate their entries on July 22, any time between 5:30PM – 7:30PM CT.
50 winners will be announced starting at 8:30PM. Win $100 Free Slot Play, $250 Free Slot Play, $500 Free Slot Play, $750 Free Slot Play, $1,000 Free Slot Play, $5,000 Cash, or $15,000 Cash!

JACKPOT BONUS OFFER
Sunday, July 2, from 10AM – 5PM and Monday and Tuesday, July 3 and 4, from 5PM – 10PM
Open to qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members. Legend, Superstar and Star Bally Rewards members who win a Jackpot of $1,200 or more will be extended a Bonus Free Slot Play reward. $300 for Legend Tier, $150 for Superstar Tier, and $100 for Star Tier.

JULY 4TH FIREWORKS
Tuesday, July 4
Open only to qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members. Guests are invited to enjoy the downtown fireworks show, sponsored by Bally’s Evansville, on the Ohio River Overlook at approximately 9PM. Complimentary popcorn, ice cream, popsicles and cookies will be served.

PICK A CHIP
Tuesdays, July 4 and 18, from 6AM – 12AM CT
Qualified and invited Bally Rewards Members swipe their card at any Promotional Kiosk to see how much Free Slot Play they have won, from $5, $10, $25, or $500.

 

EARN & SCRATCH
Friday, July 7
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members who earn 10 Reward Points on July 7. Check in at any promotional kiosk any time between 6AM CT – Midnight CT to print an Earn & Scratch Voucher. Present the Voucher at the Players Club between 10AM CT and 12 Midnight to receive a Scratch Card with a chance to win $5 to $1,000 in Free Slot Play or $5,000 Cash.

 

$7,500 STARS & STRIPES FREE SLOT PLAY DRAWING
Saturday, July 8
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members who receive PRINTED ENTRIES by checking in at any Promotional Kiosk any time between 2PM – 7:55PM CT. Legend Tier Members receive 3 entries, Superstar Tier Members receive 2 entries, and all others receive 1 Entry. From 4:30PM – 8PM, 2 winners every 15 minutes will receive $250 Free Slot Play.

 

$20,000 JACKPOT PARTY
Wednesday, July 12
Open to Bally Rewards Members who received a Jackpot of $1,200 or more between January 1, 2020 – July 11, 2023. Invited guests check in and activate their entries at any promotional kiosk on July 12, between 4:30PM – 6:30PM. Drawings will be held from the Players Club. Five names will be drawn every half hour from 7PM to 8:30PM. Each winner receives $1,000 in Free Slot Play.

 

$15,000 CASH GRAB FREE SLOT PLAY DRAWING
Friday, July 14 and Saturday, July 15
Open to qualified Bally Rewards Members who receive PRINTED ENTRIES each day by checking in at any Promotional Kiosk any time between 2PM – 8:25PM CT. Legend Tier Members receive 3 entries, Superstar Tier Members receive 2 entries, and all others receive 1 Entry. Entries do not carry over from Friday to Saturday. Each day, from 5PM – 8:30PM, 2 winners every 15 minutes will receive $250 Free Slot Play.

CRAB BROIL DINNER PARTY
Saturday, July 15 at the Bally’s Evansville Executive Conference Center. Open only to qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members. Reservations are required.

 

$10,000 JACKPOT PARTY
Sunday, July 16
Open to Bally Rewards Members who received a Jackpot of $1,200 or more between January 1, 2020 – July 15, 2023. Invited guests check in and activate their entries at any promotional kiosk on July 16, between 11AM – 1:30PM. Drawings will be held from the Players Club. Five names will be drawn every half hour from 2PM to 3:30PM. Each winner receives $500 in Free Slot Play.

 

$20,000 JACKPOT PARTY
Friday, July 21
Open to Bally Rewards Members who received a Jackpot of $1,200 or more between January 1, 2020 – July 20, 2023. Invited guests check in and activate their entries at any promotional kiosk on July 21, between 6PM – 8PM. Drawings will be held from the Players Club. Five names will be drawn every half hour from 8:30PM to 10PM. Each winner receives $1,000 in Free Slot Play.

TABLE PLAYERS DRAWING
Sunday, July 23

Open to qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members. Check in at any promotional kiosk between 6AM – 11:30AM CT to receive entries based on previous gaming activity. A $250 Table Free Play Drawing will be held every 15 minutes from 12 Noon – 4:15pm CT. At 5PM CT, a $1,000 Cash Prize plus all unclaimed Table Free Play will be awarded to one lucky winner.

ITCHING TO WIN SCRATCH & WIN
Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, July 28, 29 or 30
Qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members will receive a scratch-card mailer advising them to bring their scratch card to the Bally’s Evansville Executive Conference Center Mezzanine, Level 2, to reveal their $5, $10, $25, $50, $75, or $500 Free Slot Play prize or a cash prize, up to $20,000. Check in between 2PM-8PM CT on Friday or Saturday, or between 10AM CT-2PM CT on Sunday. Each scratch-off is a winner.

 

MONTHLY EMAIL DRAWING
Bally Rewards Members submit their email addresses to enter a monthly drawing for $1,000 Bonus Free Slot Play.


DINING, SPECIALS, AND HAPPY HOURS

TAP HOUSE BURGER OF THE MONTH – $14
TAP HOUSE BEER OF THE MONTH – $5.50 Pint
July 11 is National Blueberry Muffin Day – 50% Off a Blueberry Muffin at The Deli
July 14 is National Mac and Cheese Day – $2 Off Mac and Cheese Entree in Tap House. Dine-In only
July 27 is National Chili Dog Day at The Deli Celebrate with a Chili Dog Combo (chips and fountain drink)
July 30 is National Cheesecake Day – $2 Off Cheesecake Dessert in Tap House. Dine-In only

LEGENDARY CELEBRATION
Legend Club Members receive complimentary appetizers and alcohol each Friday from 5PM-9PM at Cavanaugh’s On the River.

PREMIUM WEEKEND PARTY
Legend Club Members receive complimentary drinks from 7PM-12AM at the High Limit Bar on Fridays and Saturdays.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT


THE PIANO BAR AT CAVANAUGH’S ON THE RIVER – The casual, upscale atmosphere of the Piano Bar is the ideal place to enjoy live regional entertainment on Thursdays from 6PM-9PM and on Fridays and Saturdays from 6PM-10PM CT.

 

  • July 1 – Bob Green
  • July 4 – Bob Green
  • July 6 – Bob Green
  • July 7 – Bob Green
  • July 8 – Bob Green
  • July 13 – Andrea Wirth
  • July 14 – Jed Demlow
  • July 15 – Jed Demlow
  • July 20 – Andrea Wirth
  • July 21 – Jed Demlow
  • July 22 – Jed Demlow
  • July 27 – Andrea Wirth
  • July 28 – Rachel Solomon
  • July 29 – Bob Green

 

NIGHTLIFE

Place sporting wagers at our Sportsbook and sit back and watch all the hottest football games and sporting events on our many flat-screen TVs in the Sportsbook Lounge, 24-hour Casino, and at Tap House.

MEETINGS AND GROUPS

Whether you are planning a small business meeting or a large wedding, the Bally’s Evansville Convention Services Team is ready to work with you to create a customized event. Event spaces include Hotel Meeting Rooms, Conference Center, Riverfront Event Center, outdoor Events Plaza, and Riverfront Overlook. Visit www.ballysevansville.com


About Bally’s Evansville
Bally’s Evansville is a multi-million-dollar entertainment complex located on the scenic banks of the Ohio River in southwestern Indiana. The single-level casino encompasses 45,000 square feet of gaming space featuring over 950 slot games, thirty live and electronic table games and a High Limit Room. Accommodations include a 243-room hotel tower and a 95-room boutique hotel. The property also includes a sports book, three dining options, three bars, conference center, riverfront event center and a 1,660-vehicle attached parking garage.

About Bally’s Corporation
Bally’s Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence of Online Sports Betting and iGaming offerings. It currently owns and manages 15 casinos across 10 states, a horse racetrack in Colorado and has access to OSB licenses in 18 states. It also owns Bally’s Interactive International, formerly Gamesys Group, a leading, global, online gaming operator, Bally Bet, a first-in-class sports betting platform and Bally Casino, a growing iCasino platform.

With 10,500 employees, Bally’s casino operations include approximately 15,000 slot machines, 600 table games and 5,300 hotel rooms. Upon completing the construction of a temporary casino facility in Chicago, IL and a land-based casino near the Nittany Mall in State College, PA, Bally’s will own and manage 17 casinos across 11 states. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “BALY”.

 

VOICE INDIANA MEMBERS RECEIVE HONORS FROM NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WORK IN TOBACCO-FREE ADVOCACY

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VOICE INDIANA MEMBERS RECEIVE HONORS FROM NATIONAL ORGANIZATION
FOR WORK IN TOBACCO-FREE ADVOCACY

MAY 27, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS __ The Indiana Department of Health is recognizing members of VOICE Indiana, who were honored as 2023 Group Youth Advocates of the Year by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids for their advocacy efforts in the fight for a tobacco-free future. The teens were celebrated on May 18 at the 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards Gala in Washington, D.C.

“We are thrilled that VOICE Indiana members were chosen as Group Youth Advocates of the Year,” said Miranda Spitznagle, director of the Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Division at the Indiana Department of Health. “VOICE Indiana is a model organization that demonstrates the power that youth voices can have in advocating for the future and health of young people, and we are pleased to support their work as part of our youth engagement initiative. These four exceptional young advocates further exemplify the qualities of a new generation of leaders who are leading the way toward a healthier, tobacco-free future.”

VOICE Indiana is a statewide youth empowerment organization, focused on engaging, educating and empowering teens to celebrate a tobacco-free lifestyle.

The youth ambassadors who represented VOICE at the Catalysts for Change ceremony were: Brenna Bastin from New Palestine High School,  Suhita Chintachalaruvu from Hamilton Southeastern High School, Nicole Liu from Noblesville High School and Hannah Martin from F.J. Reitz High School. Additional VOICE Youth Ambassadors are Gracie Castner from Eastern Hancock High School, Lauren Jeffries from Boone Grove High School and Nelli McLeod from Terre Haute North Vigo High School.

Every year, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids honors a National Youth Advocate of the Year, four Individual Youth Advocates of the Year and one Group Youth Advocates of the Year. The winners receive scholarships to continue their tobacco prevention efforts and serve as youth ambassadors for the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.

Additional information about the event and awardees can be found at tfk.org/awards.

Visit the Indiana Department of Health at www.health.in.gov for important health and safety information, or follow us on Twitter at @StateHealthIN and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/StateHealthIN. 

 

Nicholas Gushrowski named to MVC Scholar-Athlete First Team

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ST. LOUIS– Excelling in all facets of his tenure as a student-athlete at the University of Evansville, junior men’s golfer Nicholas Gushrowski earned a spot on the Missouri Valley Conference Scholar-Athlete First Team.

Gushrowski currently holds a 3.815 GPA as a Civil Engineering major.  He completed the 2022-23 season with a 74.08 stroke average, which was the lowest on the team.  Gushrowski played in 25 rounds with his low effort of a 69 coming in the opening round of the MVC Championship.

He recorded five top-20 finishes with four coming in the top 12 and tied for 9th at the Alabama A&M Fall Invite and in the TSU Big Blue Intercollegiate.  At the MVC Championship, he came home in a tie for 11th at the 2023 MVC Championship and was the Purple Aces’ top finisher.

EPA Administrator Regan Announces Critical Steps to Strengthen Technical Assistance and Provide Support Following West Virginia Journey to Justice Tour

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WILMINGTON, DE - DECEMBER 19: Nominee for EPA Administrator, Michael Regan, speaks at the Queen theater on December 19, 2020 in Wilmington, DE. President-elect Joe Biden announced his climate and energy team that will advance an ambitious agenda to address the issues of climate change. (Photo by Joshua Roberts/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON (May 25, 2023) – Following through on his commitment to deliver solutions to the people of McDowell County, West Virginia, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan announced today a series of initial actions that respond directly to the concerns he saw and heard on the ground during his visit to the state in December 2022, which marked the Administrator’s third Journey to Justice tour.

During his visit, Administrator Regan toured a hundred-year-old drinking water plant in need of repair, visited with McDowell County residents who only recently connected to their town’s main water line after years of facing inadequate access to water infrastructure, and spent time with volunteers at a community food bank who have employed innovative, community-driven solutions to provide clean drinking water for their neighbors.

“Communities like McDowell County once powered our nation and helped cement America’s competitiveness, and we owe it to the people of West Virginia to show our support by prioritizing the longstanding infrastructure challenges they face,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “During my time in McDowell, I met with folks who’ve struggled for years with access to basic water infrastructure. This is unacceptable in the United States of America, and that’s why President Biden has made investing in water infrastructure a cornerstone of his historic policy agenda. I promised the good people of McDowell that we would work hand in hand to address these generational challenges, and these initial actions are just the beginning of that partnership. EPA will continue to work closely with our state, local, and federal partners to provide even more resources and build long-term capacity in McDowell County and in the southern coal fields of West Virginia.”

“For years, the WVDEP has worked to provide access to clean water and address environmental and public health concerns in many communities in McDowell County,” said West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) Cabinet Secretary Harold Ward. “There is still much work to be done and we are committed to expanding our partnership with the U.S. EPA and engaging with community stakeholders to find additional avenues and resources so that we can build on the progress we’ve made in southern West Virginia.”

The following actions reflect the initial steps EPA is taking following the Administrator’s Journey to Justice tour in McDowell County, WV:

Community Solutions Coordinator

Beginning fall 2023, EPA will work with state and local agencies in West Virginia to create a full-time position dedicated to identifying and expediting eligible resource opportunities across the federal government for the state’s southern coalfield counties, including McDowell. The Community Solutions Coordinator will serve as a point of contact for these counties to accelerate progress, increase investments, and strengthen existing networks in these areas.

Air Quality Monitoring

Thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan and President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, Appalachian Voices, an organization committed to advancing a just transition for Central and Southern Appalachia, is expected to receive a $118,297 grant to deploy low-cost air quality monitors in communities with air quality challenges across several states, including West Virginia. Air quality data will be collected and made publicly available to foster community engagement around local and regional air quality issues in communities adjacent to one or more coal mines, coal-fired plants, fossil fuel export hubs and more. A portion of this funding will be made available to McDowell County through Appalachia Mountain Flows Corps, a Keystone, West Virginia-based organization.

Dig Deep Right to Water Community Grant

During Administrator Regan’s Journey to Justice tour, he met with community members who lack access to basic wastewater infrastructure, many of whom rely on straight-pipes to carry raw sewage from their homes into local waterways. To help bolster the community’s wastewater infrastructure, the Dig Deep Right to Water Project will receive a $495,840 grant, funded through FY 2022 annual appropriations, for a sanitary septic and sewerage service project. Dig Deep will install approximately 35 onsite sewage systems for properties in McDowell County that are currently directly discharging to streams. 

Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Centers (TCTAC)               

Through EPA’s Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Centers, which is designed to help underserved and overburdened communities across the country access funds from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the National Wildlife Federation will receive $12 million in grants over five years to provide community resources and assistance across the Mid-Atlantic Region. West Virginia State University, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), is a partner in this effort and will continue working to provide additional technical assistance and support to the McDowell County community – from providing training and other assistance to building capacity for navigating federal grant application systems, to writing strong grant proposals, to effectively managing grant funding.

EPA to Award Over $10 Million in Grants to Support Water Quality Monitoring at Beaches to Protect Public Health

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WASHINGTON (May 25, 2023) – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $10.6 million in grant funding to help coastal and Great Lakes communities protect the health of beachgoers this summer. The funding will assist many states, Tribes and territories in conducting water quality monitoring and public notification programs for their beaches.

“Many people spend time in the summer splashing, swimming, and playing at a favorite beach, which is why EPA is providing more than $10 million to help states and local partners monitor water quality,” said EPA Assistant Administrator for Water Radhika Fox. “These grants help states, Tribes, and territories fund programs to ensure that our coastal waters are safe for swimming and recreation.”

Under the Beaches Environmental Assessment and Coastal Health (BEACH) Act, EPA awards grants to eligible states, Tribal, and territorial applicants to help them and their local government partners monitor water quality at coastal and Great Lakes beaches. When bacteria levels are too high for safe swimming, these agencies notify the public and post beach warnings or closings.

Since 2001, EPA has awarded nearly $216 million in BEACH Act grants to test beach waters for illness-causing bacteria and help with public notification and identification of the problem. This program is essential for protecting the health of beachgoers across the country.

“With summer right around the corner, tens of millions of Americans are making plans to travel to our beautiful beaches in Delaware and around the country,” said Senator Carper (DE), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. “Fortunately, EPA is providing states and communities with the tools to ensure the safety of the water at our nation’s beaches, which are an integral part of our tourism economy and important ecosystems for wildlife and migratory birds.”

“New Jerseyans and visitors are ready to flock to the Jersey Shore this weekend, so it’s great to see that our state is receiving federal funding to help protect public health and give beachgoers the peace of mind they deserve,” said Congressman Pallone (NJ-06). “New Jersey’s beaches are a treasure, and this funding will help make sure they remain clean and safe. I’ve long advocated for federal funding to make sure our recreational waters for swimming, surfing, and fishing are safe, and I’ll continue to fight to deliver the resources New Jersey’s towns need.”

EPA’s 2023 BEACH Act grant funding will be allocated to the following states, Tribes, and territories contingent upon their meeting the eligibility requirements:

EPA Region 1
Connecticut $236,000
Maine $272,000
Massachusetts $275,000
New Hampshire $214,000
Rhode Island $228,000

EPA Region 2
New Jersey $300,000
New York $363,000
Puerto Rico $344,000
U.S. Virgin Islands $309,000

EPA Region 3
Delaware $223,000
Maryland $283,000
Pennsylvania $235,000
Virginia $291,000

EPA Region 4
Alabama $278,000
Florida $547,000
Georgia $301,000
Mississippi $270,000
North Carolina $327,000
South Carolina $317,000

EPA Region 5
Illinois $258,000
Indiana $222,000
Michigan $298,000
Minnesota $217,000
Ohio $242,000
Wisconsin $241,000
Bad River Band of the Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians $60,000
Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa $56,000

EPA Region 6
Louisiana $381,000
Texas $405,000

EPA Region 9
American Samoa $308,000
California $536,000
Guam $309,000
Hawaii $348,000
Northern Mariana Islands $313,000

EPA Region 10
Alaska $166,000
Makah Tribe of the Makah Indian Reservation $56,000

Oregon $247,000
Washington $287,000
Swinomish Indian Tribal Community $56,000

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Baseball Aces Outduel Murray State, 3-2, At MVC Tournament

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TERRE HAUTE, Ind. –  The University of Evansville’s seventh-inning magic in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament continued on Thursday night, as the Purple Aces rallied for three runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to knock off No. 5 Murray State, 3-2, at Bob Warn Field in Terre Haute, Indiana.

“I’m just really proud of the fight and grit that we showed tonight,” said UE head coach Wes Carroll.  “It really started on the mound, as Donovan Schultz was outstanding tonight, and locked in from the start.  And, then our bats were able to come alive in the seventh inning, and Michael Parks shut it down from there.

“A great win tonight against a very good Murray State offense.  Let’s keep it going tomorrow against a very, very good team in Indiana State.”

Schultz (6-5) was sharp from the start, allowing just a single base-runner through the first three innings.  Murray State would score two runs off of Schultz in the sixth inning on an RBI single by shortstop Drew Vogel and an RBI ground-out by outfielder Carson Garner.  On the ground out by Garner, UE junior shortstop Simon Scherry robbed him of a base hit with a full-extension dive on a sharply hit ball up the middle, and then he recovered in time to throw out Garner by a half-step.  It proved to be a key moment in the game, as Murray State would take a 2-0 lead into the bottom of the seventh inning, before Evansville would finally get to starter Bryce Valero.

Valero held UE to just two hits through the first six innings, but UE senior outfielder Mark Shallenberger opened the seventh inning with a single to center field.  Scherry would then rope an RBI triple to the wall in left-center field to score Shallenberger and cut the Murray State lead to 2-1.

Sophomore catcher Evan Waggoner greeted reliever Nathan Holler (2-2) with a walk.  Then, after a ground out put two runners in scoring position, UE senior third baseman Brent Widder came through with an RBI single through the left-side to tie the game at 2-2.  Then, with runners on the corners and one-out, Holler threw the ball away on an attempted pick-off to score Waggoner and give UE a 3-2 lead.

UE graduate reliever Michael Parks would come on out of the bullpen and workless a pair of scoreless innings to nail down his second save of the year and send UE to 2-0 in the MVC Tournament.  Combined, Schultz and Parks allowed just five hits – all singles – with nine strikeouts and only one walk.

Scherry led UE offensively by going 2-for-4 with a double and a triple and an RBI.  Graduate outfielder Eric Roberts also went 1-for-3 with his 20th stolen base of the year to make history, as he became the first Purple Ace to ever record 20-plus home runs and 20-plus stolen bases in the same season.  He is also just the second MVC player to reach the 20-20 plateau since 1991.

With the victory, Evansville improves to 35-22 overall.  The Purple Aces will now face top-seeded and nationally-ranked Indiana State (40-14 overall) on Friday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. central time.  Every game of the MVC Tournament can be seen live on ESPN+, with every UE game also being available in the Tri-State area on the radio on 107.1 FM-WJPS and the Old National Bank/Purple Aces Sports Network from Learfield.

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