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THUNDERBOLTS HOST QUAD CITY THIS FRIDAY, RIVERMEN ON SUNDAY

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THUNDERBOLTS HOST QUAD CITY THIS FRIDAY, RIVERMEN ON SUNDAY
 
Evansville, In.:  Following a tough weekend of home-and-home action against the Rivermen, the Thunderbolts look to bounce back this Friday night as they host the Quad City Storm for Swipe Right Night, followed by a home matinee rematch against the Rivermen at Noon on Sunday.
Week In Review:
 
                Evansville was shut out 3-0 by Peoria on Friday night at Ford Center in only the third shutout defeat of the season for the Thunderbolts.  The Thunderbolts offense had better luck on Saturday in Peoria with goals from Scott Kirton, Isaac Chapman, and Aidan Litke, however Evansville fell short 6-3.
The Week Ahead:
                This Friday, February 14th will be Swipe Right Night against the Quad City Storm.  Prior to the game, speed dating sessions will be held in the Suite Club for ages 21-29 and 30-45 starting at 6:30pm (Purchase of a game ticket required).  ‘The Dating Game’ will be held on the ice during the first intermission, with the winner receiving a date to Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano and Hush on Main.  There will also be a special designated “Singles Section” for the game in Section 112.  Sunday, February 16th will be Sunday Funday against the Peoria Rivermen, starting at Noon CT, featuring $3 regular soda, popcorn, and hot dogs, and an inflatable slide in the lobby for the kids, courtesy of Legendary Inflatables.  Sunday’s game also features a special bundle offer of 4 tickets in any section for only $60, valid at the Ford Center Box Office and Ticketmaster with the code “4PACK”.
Coming Soon:
                The Thunderbolts will be on the road for games at Pensacola on February 21st, 22nd, and 23rd. On Friday, February 28th, the Thunderbolts will host the Quad City Storm for Superhero Night, featuring specialty Superman game-worn jerseys that will be auctioned off after the game, with replica jerseys also available at the Thunderbolts merchandise stand.  Saturday, March 1st will be Pucks and Paws Night, also against Quad City, where fans can bring their dogs to the game for only an additional $5 per dog.  Dog races will be held on the ice during the first intermission.  Crypto the Evansville Airport Dog will be handing out fire hydrant doggy bags for the first 100 dogs in attendance, and dogs will be available for adoption in the lobby.
Scouting the Opponent:
  • Quad City Storm:
    • Record: 16-19-4, 36 Points, 8th Place
    • Leading Goal Scorer: Leif Mattson (24 Goals)
    • Leading Point Scorer: Leif Mattson (54 Points)
    • Primary Goaltender: Brent Moran (13-9-3, .916 Save %)
    • Thunderbolts Record vs QCS: 5-2
                The Storm built up a 2-0 lead on Thursday morning against Peoria with goals from Tyler Vanuden and Leif Mattson, before the Rivermen came back to win 3-2 in a shootout.  Quad City picked up a 6-2 victory against Birmingham on Friday with two goals each from Vanuden and Weiland Parrish along with goals from Reid Perepeluk and Brandon Stojcevski.  In Saturday’s rematch against the Bulls, Quad City was shut out 2-0.
  • Peoria Rivermen:
    • Record: 27-5-5, 59 Points, 1st Place
    • Leading Goal Scorer: Jordan Ernst (29 Goals)
    • Leading Point Scorer: Alec Baer (54 Points)
    • Primary Goaltender: Jack Bostedt (5-0-1, .910 Save %)
    • Thunderbolts Record vs PEO: 2-7-1
                Jordan Ernst and JM Piotrowski provided the goals that tied the game on Thursday in Quad City, with Carlos Fornaris and Garrett Devine adding goals in the shootout.  Renat Dadadzhanov, Carson Baptiste, and Michael McChesney scored Peoria’s three goals on Friday.  In Saturday’s game, Fornaris, McChesney, Alec Baer, Griffen Fox, Devine, and Ernst each scored one goal.
Call-up Report
– Lincoln Hatten (Worcester Railers – ECHL)
                – 40 GP, 4 G, 11 A, 15 P, 39 PIM
– Benjamin Lindberg (Worcester Railers, prev. Adirondack – ECHL)
                – 11 GP, 0 G, 0 A, 0 P, 11 PIM
– Anthony Hora (Worcester Railers – ECHL)
                – 8 GP, 0 G, 2 A, 2 P, 2 PIM
– Tyson Gilmour (Maine Mariners – ECHL)
                – 3 GP, 0 G, 0 A, 0 P, 0 PIM
– Ty Taylor (Orlando Solar Bears – ECHL)
                – 1 GP, 1-0-0, .923 SV%
Transactions:   
Thur. 2/6: F Aidan Litke acquired from Birmingham in exchange for future considerations
Thur. 2/6: F Aiden Wagner placed on 14-Day Injured Reserve

BREAKING NEWS: Property Tax Bill Passes From Committee With Revisions

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The Governor’s proposal for property tax relief is moving forward in the State Senate, but not without controversy and revisions. The Senate Tax and Fiscal Policy Committee added a 93-page amendment that stripped an expanded homestead deduction and tax caps. This amendment provided most of the tax relief but caused local officials to raise concerns about revenue losses.

The amendment would reduce taxes on senior citizens, veterans, and new first-time home buyers.

Governor Braun’s press secretary, Griffen Reed, released a statement saying, “The Governor will carefully review the changes to his plan and looks forward to working with the House and Senate to strengthen the amended bill to include broad-based and immediate property tax cuts for Hoosier homeowners who have been hit the hardest by skyrocketing home value inflation.”

The give and take will continue on the Senate floor.

The Battle for Control – The Field of Candidates to Run the Local GOP is Growing

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The showdown in the Vanderburgh County GOP has been brewing for over a year, and in two weeks, the party will elect a new chair and Central Committee. The question is whether the next chair can mend fences and bring currently warring factions in the party together.

The local Democrats are not facing the friction that has plagued the local GOP. No Democrats have come forward to challenge Vanderburgh Chair Cheryl Schultz.

On the GOP side, however, three candidates have announced their intention to run for the chairmanship, and six others have announced that they wish to seek one of the three other committee positions that will be elected at a caucus on March 1.

Last Saturday, Frank Peterlin announced his candidacy in a crowded room of Republicans at a meeting arranged by Ken Colbert and Cheryl Battinger-Smith. Colbert and Battinger-Smith were removed from the local GOP after they ran a successful recruiting campaign to bring more conservatives into the rank of precinct committee members (PCs). After Vanderburgh County party chair Mike Duckworth removed them from their elected positions as PCs last year, Colbert vowed to get Duckworth removed as chair. Now, Colbert and Battinger-Smith are backing Peterlin and a full slate of committee hopefuls and they believe that their recruiting efforts last year will give them the votes need to take control of the Vanderburgh County Republican Party.

Peterlin is no stranger to the GOP. For several years, his business incubator provided office space for the party. He has campaigned for numerous candidates, including supporting presidential. campaigns. Peterlin is seen as a conservative who wants to build bridges and unite the party.

Steve Airy will be running for party chair for the second time. Airy is a pastor in Evansville and a former candidate for mayor. He is a current PC and was a delegate at the 2024 Indiana GOP Convention.

Also in the run for chair is Kyhl Moers, husband of Vanderburgh County Prosecutor Diana Moers. He emphasizes the need for better communication and unity within the party. Moers’ campaign experience includes helping his wife win an upset primary victory over an incumbent prosecutor.

Peterlin and Moers have already recruited a slate of candidates to run for the other offices in the Central Committee. The candidates aligned with Peterlin include Lauren Bell for Vice Chair, Walter Valient for party treasurer, and Brian Pease for secretary.

The Moers team is made up of experienced, well known members of the party. Current Vanderburgh County Republican Vice Chair Dottie Thomas is running again for Vice Chair. Thomas is also Vanderburgh County Clerk. Former City Council Candidate Joe Kratochville is running for Secretary. The candidate for Treasurer is Russ Lloyd, Jr. who has served as mayor of Evansville, city controller, and currently serves as the elected Vanderburgh County Recorder.

Up to 264 PCs and Vice PCs will be eligible to vote at the reorganization meeting, although not all are expected to attend. Even though the candidates for chair may present a slate of candidates or express an alignment with candidates for other offices, votes will be cast for each individual office. A majority vote is required which means that there could be multiple rounds of voting for each position.

A forum has been scheduled by RAINS (Republican Assembly of Indiana South) on February 22 at 10 AM at City Gate, 320 Eagle Crest Drive on Evansville’s eastside. Republican PCs and Vice PCs will be able to meet and hear from candidates for the Central Committee positions.

Bill to Extend Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment for PTSD is Moving Through the Statehouse

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A recent study from the National Center for PTSD found that about 23% of veterans using Veterans Administration care had PTSD at some point in their lives. To help meet their needs, House Bill 1120 would extend the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs’ hyperbaric oxygen treatment pilot program to June 30, 2027.

Since 2019, Indiana has offered a hyperbaric oxygen treatment pilot program for PTSD in veterans. Patients undergoing hyperbaric oxygen treatment are given an increased delivery of oxygen in a high-pressured enclosed space to stimulate brain repair, emotional regulation and cognitive functions that can reduce symptoms of PTSD.

Cindy Ledbetter

The author of the bill, Representative Cindy Ledbetter said, “For the past few years, we have been offering an innovative therapy for PTSD and with my legislation, we could continue this important program.”

Vincennes University to honor a Century of Journalism with special event

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Vincennes University to honor a Century of Journalism with special event

VINCENNES, Ind., February 10, 2025 – The Vincennes University College of Social Science, Performing Arts, and Communication is proud to celebrate the centennial anniversary of its Journalism and Photojournalism programs, which have produced media professionals for 100 years.

To commemorate this momentous milestone, the VU Communication Department will host a special event, Honoring a Century of Journalism, on Monday, Feb. 17, at 11:45 a.m. (ET) in the Shake Learning Resource Center café.

This commemorative event will highlight the extraordinary history of VU’s award-winning student newspaper, The Trailblazer. It will also include the unveiling of a newly designed logo created by VU students for The Trailblazer. The event offers students, faculty, staff, alumni, prospective students, and community members the opportunity to celebrate an impressive legacy while welcoming its bold future.

“For a century, Vincennes University has been at the forefront of journalism education,” VU Assistant Professor of Journalism Jenny McNeece said. “Our students learn the foundational skills of reporting, writing, and photography while gaining hands-on experience by contributing to a publication that serves as a voice for the University and the University Community.”

VU students studying Journalism and Photojournalism can dive into real-world experiences as early as their first semester by creating content for The Trailblazer. In the newly redesigned Journalism Lab, students can access state-of-the-art technology, including Mac computers, Adobe Creative Suite software, and DSLR cameras. Like other news organizations, The Trailblazer has evolved with the times, transitioning from a traditional print publication distributed every three weeks to an online newspaper with regular updates. A special print edition is expected this spring, with more issues likely in the fall semester of 2025 and beyond.

The VU journalism and Photojournalism programs prepare students for various careers in digital media, newspapers, magazines, and other media outlets. These programs teach interviewing, storytelling, editing, design, photography, and advertising skills. VU students graduate as industry-ready professionals with a strong foundation, continuing their studies by achieving a bachelor’s degree or beginning their careers.

As VU commemorates 100 years of journalism excellence, it celebrates its historic achievements and vibrant vision for the future as it shapes the next generation of media professionals. All are encouraged to attend the Honoring a Century of Journalism celebration.

Retail Food Establishment Inspection Report

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Mutts At Myriad: Valentine Edition!

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Mutts At Myriad: Valentine Edition!

Newburgh, Indiana – Join us Sunday, February 16th, from 12pm-3pm, for our beloved monthly collaborative event with Myriad Brewing Company Newburgh. This month’s event is our Valentine Edition, with lots of love and activities for you and your furry Valentine or the whole family!
Event Highlights:
● Cookie Decorating: For just $10 you will get 4 dog cookies to decorate and the
materials to decorate with!
● Kissing Booth: There will be a kissing booth and puppy snuggles for a donation!
● Photo Booth: There will be a photo booth available for a donation!
● WHS Pop-Up Retail Shop: We will have our pop-up retail shop available on site with
lots of adorable goodies available in support of Warrick Humane Society!
● Bar Open, Furry Friends Welcome: The Myriad Brewing Company bar will be open,
and leashed dogs are welcome to join in on the festivities!

University of Evansville Theatre Presents CLYDE’S

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University of Evansville Theatre Presents CLYDE’S

 

EVANSVILLE, IND. (02/10/2025) The University of Evansville Theatre commences its Spring 2025 season with Lynn Nottage’s CLYDE’S. This production opens at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, in the May Studio Theatre. Additional performances are at 7:30 p.m., on Feb. 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 and at 2:00 p.m. on Feb. 16, 22, and 23. From the creative and consummate mind of a two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this razor-sharp comedy explores the inner workings of a roadside sandwich shop and the complicated lives of the denizens who work there. These formerly incarcerated members of the kitchen staff are under the purview of an unyielding chef, and they all embark on an ambitious quest to create the perfect sandwich. What ensues is a riotous but heartwarming story of humanity on the road to redemption. Nominated for the 2022 Tony Award for Best Play, this script was the most-produced play in America in 2022-23.

CLYDE’S is directed by Visiting Assistant Professor Liz Jenkins ’05. Associate Professor Eric Renschler ’83 serves as the scenic designer; Hilary Rubio ’18, guest artist, serves as the costume designer; Sean Nicholl, guest artist, serves as the lighting designer; Visiting Assistant Professor Jon Robertson serves as the sound designer; Saray Rodriguez Hernandez ’27, a sophomore theatre management major from Caracas, Venezuela, is the cultural coordinator; Professor Diane Brewer serves as dramaturg; Maya Barry ’25, a senior stage management major from Marietta, Ga., is the stage manager, and Visiting Assistant Professor Scott Carpenter ’05 serves as the technical director.

The cast features Brynna Waters, a senior performance major from Brownsburg, Ind., as Clyde; Tomi Akinwande, a junior performance major from Houston, Texas, as Letitia; Quinn McGaugh, a junior performance major from McAlester, Okla., as Jason; Santiago Rueda, a first-year performance major from Garden City, Kan., as Rafael, and Alijah J. Roberson, a junior performance major from Atlanta, Ga., as Montrellous.

Adult ticket prices are $20 and $18 for senior adults, UE employees. and non-UE students. UE students may obtain one free ticket with their student ID by visiting the ticket office. Single tickets may be purchased online at theatre.evansville.edu or by calling the ticket office at 812.488.2031. Open Monday through Friday 12:00-5:00 pm.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

 

FOOTNOTE: EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.

USI Baseball opens 2025 with four on the road Eagles play at Alabama State to open season

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USI opens 2025 with four on the road
Eagles play at Alabama State to open season​​​​​​​

University of Southern Indiana Baseball opens the 2025 campaign with a four-game series at Alabama State University in Montgomery, Alabama, February 14-16. The Screaming Eagles are scheduled to play Alabama State a single game Friday at 6 p.m., a doubleheader Saturday at 1 p.m., and a single game Sunday at 1 p.m.

Following the season-opening road trip, USI opens the 2025 home campaign February 18 when the Eagles host Western Kentucky University for a 4 p.m. game at the USI Baseball Field. The Eagles also will be in Evansville all of next week for a split series with the University of Evansville.

The USI-UE series will be played at the Purple Aces’s Charles Braun Stadium February 21 and February 23 and at the USI Baseball Field February 22.

Links to follow the Eagles during the opening weekend of 2025 can be found on USIScreamingEagles.com and the USI Baseball Schedule.

USI Baseball Notes:

USI predicted 8th in 2024 OVC. The USI Screaming Eagles are predicted to place eighth in the Ohio Valley Conference in 2025.

USI advanced in OVC Championship during 2nd Division I season: The Eagles earned a second trip to the OVC Championship during its second season of transitioning to NCAA Division I. The Eagles advanced to the semifinals before bowing out of the tournament in 2024.

USI in 2024. The Eagles were 27-32 a year ago and 14-13 in the OVC last spring. USI, who also was 2-2 in the OVC Baseball Championship, improved by 10 wins overall and six wins in the OVC in 2024.

Remaining hitters from 2024: The Eagles return three hitters in 2025, following graduation or transfer of USI’s top 10 hitters and 18 position players overall. Junior infielder Jacob Winzenread is the top returning hitter, batting .238 in 11 games last spring. Sophomore outfielders Cameron Boyd and Ethan Rothschild follow with .230 and .229 batting averages, respectively.

On the mound: Senior left-hander Mason Sweeney leads three returning hurlers. Sweeney was 1-0 with a 7.04 ERA in 15.1 innings of work. Sophomore right-handers Abdriel Figueroa, who saw action in 2.1 innings, and Brad Watts, who redshirted, are the only other returning hurlers for 2025.

USI starts Ramirez Era: The Eagles start the Head Coach Chris Ramirez era in 2025. Ramirez replaced Tracey Archuleta, who had been at the helm since 2007.

Long road swings on the schedule. The Eagles have a pair of long road swings in 2025. USI has six on the road to end February and start March and an eight-game trip in April.

USI at Alabama State. USI is making its first trip to Alabama State University and will be the first meeting between the two programs in baseball. Alabama State was 29-27 a year ago.

USI to host Western Kentucky. USI will host Western Kentucky in the home opener February 18. The Eagles were 0-2 versus the Hilltoppers in 2024, losing 5-3 on the road and 2-1 at home last season. WKU, which was 36-22 overall last spring.  leads the all-time series, 10-2.

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