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Parker’s 4-under round paces UE men on Monday

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Aces remain in 8th place

COAL VALLEY, Ill. – Completing the second round of the Missouri Valley Conference Men’s Golf Championship with a 4-under 67, Carson Parker paced the University of Evansville men’s golf team at Oakwood Country Club.

Parker’s score was just three off the all-time program record and marked a 9-stroke improvement from Sunday’s round.  With his effort, Parker jumped into a tie for 19th place with a 143.  Joining Parker with a 143 is Nicholas Gushrowski.  After leading the Purple Aces in round one with a 69, Gushrowski carded a 3-over 74 to tie Parker.

Michael Ikejiaini matched his opened day score, posting another round of 74.  He is tied with teammate Isaac Rohlder for the 33rd spot.  Rohleder lowered his score by two strokes in the second 18 holes, posting a 73.  He is tied with Ikejiani with one round to play.  Daniil Romashkin scored a 78 on Monday and enters the last day with a 154, tied for 48th.

Evansville remains in the 8th position with a team score of 582.  The Aces are eight behind Murray State, who is 7th with a 574 and sit five shots in front of 9th-place Missouri State.  Illinois State enters the third round with a 9-stroke lead over Valparaiso and a 13-shot advantage over Northern Iowa.  The Redbirds scored a 276 in both rounds.

Anthony Delisanti of Valpo leads the individuals.  Following a 66 on Sunday, Delisanti posted a 7-under 64 in the second round.  His 130 is four in front of the second position.

Tuesday will mark the final 18 holes of the tournament.

VANDERBURGH COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA

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 Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners 

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING AGENDAApril 25, 2023 – 3:00 p.m. 

Room 301, Civic Center Complex 

1. Call to Order 

    1. 2. Attendance A. Youth Resources’ Teen Advisory Council in Attendance 1. Alex Flatt 
    4. 3. Pledge of Allegiance 
    5. 4. Action Items A. Engineer 1. Highway Utility Agreement (Water Relocation Agreement): German Township Water District – Bridge #1911 
    6. 2. IDEM Construction Stormwater Permit: Boonville New Harmony Road Bridge #252 
    7. 3. Sidewalk Waiver Request: Villas at Cambridge 
    8. 4. Administrative Settlement: Oak Hill Road Parcel 11 – Andrew C. Effinger and LeeAnn Effinger 
    9. 5. Change Order: VC22-06-02 “Concrete Street Repairs” 
    11. B. Sheriff 1. Evansville Police JAG Grant Agreement O-BJA-2022-171368 
    13. C. Purchasing Department 1. Agreement to Rent Uniforms: Aramark Uniform & Career Apparel, LLC 
        1. D. County Council 1. Equipment Maintenance Agreement (Color Agreement): Business Equipment Distributors, Inc. i. Toner Supply Agreement: Business Equipment Distributors, Inc. 
        3. 2. Equipment Maintenance Agreement (Black Agreement): Business Equipment Distributors, Inc. i. Toner Supply Agreement: Business Equipment Distributors, Inc. 
        6. E. Seventh Amendment to Exhibit A: Chapter 3.27 Vanderburgh County American Rescue Plan (ARP) Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund Utilization Plan 
        8. 5. Department Head Reports 
        9. 6. New Business 
    15. 7. Old Business A. State of the County Address: Rescheduled for September 5, 2023 
    17. 8. Consent Items A. Approval of April 11th Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes 
    18. B. Employment Changes 
        1. C. Auditor 1. Claims Voucher Reports i. April 10, 2023 – April 14, 2023 
        2. ii. April 17, 2023 – April 21, 2023 

Drainage Board Immediately Following 

    1. D. Clerk 1. March 2023 Monthly Report 
    3. E. Engineer 1. Report & Claims 
    4. 2. Travel Request 
    6. F. Highway Department 1. 2022 Annual Operational Report for Local Roads and Streets and Bridges 
    8. G. DADS 1. Travel Request 
    10. H. Commissioners’ Office 1. Travel Request 
    12. I. Purchasing Department 1. Request to Bid Out Copy Paper and Vehicle and Equipment Batteries 
    14. J. Letter of Support: Foster Care in the U.S., Inc. SYPI Grant Application 
    15. K. United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Consent for Access to Property: 706 N Fourth Avenue 
    16. L. American Rescue Plan Act Funds Agreement: Youth First, Inc. 
    17. A. No Rezonings 

9. Public Comment 

10. Rezoning 

TWO OF COLLEGE BASEBALL’S TOP HOME RUN TEAMS MEET TUESDAY, AS UE HOSTS LIPSCOMB

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – German American Bank Field at Charles H. Braun Stadium in Evansville is not necessarily known as a home run-friendly ballpark.  That will be put to the test on Tuesday night, though, as two of the nation’s top home run teams will do battle, with the University of Evansville baseball team hosting Lipscomb at 6 p.m.

Evansville will enter Tuesday night’s game ranked 70th in the country in home runs with 53.  The Purple Aces have launched at least one home run in nine-straight games, which ranks as the third-best streak in the last decade at Evansville, behind only an 11-game and 10-game streak set last season by UE.  Lipscomb, meanwhile, ranks 20th in the country in home runs, as the Bisons have bashed 70 home runs this year, including seven over the weekend in a series victory over Bellarmine.

Individually, Evansville is led in home runs by graduate outfielder/pitcher Eric Roberts, who currently leads the Missouri Valley Conference with 14 home runs.  Junior second baseman Kip Fougerousse launched two home runs over the weekend, and he currently sits second on the team with eight home runs.  Fougerousse has been on fire at the plate, hitting safely in nine of his last 10 games after returning from a finger injury, and he hit an even .500 last week to raise his batting average to .283.  The Purple Aces currently stand at 23-16 overall entering Tuesday night’s action.

Meanwhile, Lipscomb’s lineup features four players with double-digit home run totals, led by redshirt sophomore catcher Austin Kelly, who is hitting a team-best .326 with a team-best 15 home runs.  Sophomore infielder Trace Willhoite (12 HRs), junior outfielder Alex Vergara (11 HRs) and sophomore infielder Caleb Ketchup (11 HRs) also have double-digit home run totals so far this year.  The Bisons will bring a 21-19 overall record into Tuesday night’s contest, but Lipscomb is the reigning ASUN West Division champions, and are currently tied with FGCU for the top spot in the ASUN standings with a 13-5 conference record.  Lipscomb also owns a series win over Notre Dame, and a mid-week win at nationally-ranked Louisville this year.

All-time, Evansville leads the series over Lipscomb, 12-6, dating back to a 10-0 UE win in 2005.  Tuesday’s game will mark Lipscomb’s first trip to Evansville in 11 years, as the Bisons have not visited Evansville since a 5-0 UE victory at Braun Stadium on March 28, 2012.  The first-ever game for UE head coach Wes Carroll as a member of the Purple Aces’ coaching staff came at Lipscomb on February 9, 2007, when Carroll served as an assistant coach for UE in a 10-0 victory in Nashville.

Tuesday’s game can be heard live in the Tri-State area on 107.1 FM-WJPS and the Old National Bank/Purple Aces Sports Network from Learfield.

All eyes are on the clock as the 2023 session nears its deadline

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All eyes are on the clock as the 2023 session nears its deadline

  • By Xain Ballenger, TheStatehouseFile.com
  • With the month of April coming to an end, so is the 2023 session.

    The Indiana General Assembly has two different kinds of sessions—long and short—that alternate each year. The long session is when legislators write the state’s budget, which covers two years. That generally takes from January to the end of April, while the short session usually ends by the middle of March.

    All eyes are on the clock as the 2023 session nears its deadline
    Illustration by TheStatehouseFile.com.

    Dr. Andy Downs, emeritus director of the Mike Downs Center for Indiana Politics, explained that this arrangement is written into law because Indiana’s first lawmakers did not want a full-time legislature, and the easiest way to ensure a part-time one was to specify end dates.

    Downs said it’s because Indiana believes in individuality, which some would refer to as a frontier mentality.

    “In other words, I will take care of myself. If I need help, I will get it from my neighbors first and then from the government second. So we were never really looking for a particularly large or involved government,” Downs said.

    Legislators begin meeting in winter in part due to Indiana’s agricultural and historical heritage. Winter was (and is) the time of year when a lot of people were not engaged in farming activity, so they were able to devote time to the legislature.

    Whether long or short, the session can’t run over, but it can end early. The session can end by reaching its deadline, or legislators can get done with their work and vote to end it.

    FOOTNOTE: Xain Ballenger is a reporter for TheStatehouseFile.com, a news website powered by Franklin College journalism students.

Gov. Beshear Invites Kentuckians to Derby Week Kick-off at the Capitol

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Gov. Beshear Invites Kentuckians to Derby Week Kick-off at the Capitol

The annual family-friendly celebration showcases the unique spirit of the Commonwealth

FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 24, 2023) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear invited Kentuckians to join him at the Capitol on Saturday, April 29, for a festive outdoor event that kicks off Derby Week in the Commonwealth.

“I think we could all use something to look forward to, so I’m excited to invite you back to the second annual Team Kentucky Derby Week Kick-off,” said Gov. Beshear. “I hope to see you there so we can kick off Derby week together and make some good memories.”

The Team Kentucky Derby Week Kick-off will take place April 29 from noon to 5 p.m. EDT on the South Lawn of the Capitol – the area directly behind the Capitol building and in front of the Capitol Annex. To view a map of the location with event details, click here.

“This event will offer live music, art vendors, food trucks, Derby-themed crafts, a farmers market and much more,” Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman said. “My family and I are excited to join everyone in attendance as we celebrate what makes Team Kentucky special.”

The event will host family-friendly festivities and entertainment, such as:

Arts and Crafts Vendors
Talented artisans from across the state will set up retail booths ranging from wonderful works of unique art such as wheel-thrown pottery, printing press demonstrations, flowers created from recycled material, and more.

“Team Kentucky’s Derby Week Kick-off offers a sampling of the best of Kentucky, from local cuisine to artisans to local musicians,” said Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet Secretary Lindy Casebier. “We look forward to greeting our guests on the Capitol Grounds for this Derby kick-off celebration.”

The Franklin County Farmers Market
The farmers market will begin at 1 p.m. EDT and will feature fresh, locally grown produce, bread, spreads, honey, canned goods, eggs, meats, herbs, perennial plants, vegetable plants and more. Participating farmers and producers come from Franklin and surrounding counties and sell locally grown and produced Kentucky Proud products.

Food Trucks
The number of food trucks has increased from four to seven this year and includes All Thai’d Up, Crave Street Kitchen, Community Que, M&B Eats, Amazing Gracie’s Food, Red Top Dog and Taylor Belle’s.

Live Music
An eclectic group of local bands will perform live throughout the course of the event. This year, event coordinators have added a second stage in the beer, wine, and bourbon garden for even more music. Performing Saturday on the main stage will be Big Black Cadillac, Possum Queens, Small Batch Brass and Sorry Atari. The Frankfort group Family and Friends will play in the beer garden between acts on the main stage.

Kids Crafting/Game Stations
There will be stations for creating Derby-themed crafts, which include making your own Derby hat, designing a bouquet of roses out of pipe cleaners, decorating a hot air balloon using clothing buttons, and painting your own horseshoe or jockey silks. There will be pool noodle horse races.

Beer, Wine, and Bourbon Garden
A contingent of Kentucky brewers, wineries, and distillers, including Sig Luscher Brewery, the Kentucky Guild of Brewers (KGB), the Louisville Ale Trail, the Kentucky Wineries Association, Sazerac and the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA), are hosting a beer, wine and bourbon tasting event on Capitol grounds known as Commonfest.

“There is no better way to kick off Derby than with a celebration at the Kentucky State Capital. We started Commonfest last year to showcase the best of the Commonwealth. With 30 breweries, wineries, and distilleries, this year is even bigger,” said Tim Luscher, president of Sig Luscher Brewery and organizer of Commonfest. “Come join us on Saturday for a day of music, family, friends, and Frankfort hospitality. I look forward to seeing everyone there!”

“The City of Frankfort is proud to host the Governor’s Derby Week Kick-off,” Mayor Layne Wilkerson said. “We welcome friends and families from near and far to the Capital City for a celebration of Kentucky artists, musicians, breweries, wineries, and distilleries. It will be a memorable start to Derby Week.”

“The Derby always brings excitement to Franklin County,” said Judge/Executive Michael Mueller. “What a wonderful opportunity to showcase our community as we celebrate the traditions that make Kentucky unique. I look forward to joining the Governor and First Lady as we shine a bright light on the commonwealth.”

Vincennes University Education Department immerses local children in storybook experience

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VINCENNES, Ind., April 24, 2023 – Enthusiastic and jubilant elementary school children sauntered through the Vincennes University Education Department Story Walk at Kimmell Park, reading a delightful tale in both English and Spanish about a one-of-a-kind turtle with a gorgeous garden growing on its back. Page by page, they strolled along the trail overlooking the Wabash River with their families and friends, interacting with VU Education majors and reading the illustrated children’s book “Mossy” by Jan Brett.

The free community event on Thursday, April 20, offered a unique learning and social event to encourage reading and being active as a family. 

After reading the story, the youngsters enjoyed fun interactive activities and craft stations designed by VU students pursuing bachelor’s degrees in Education, such as petting a live turtle, creating mini terrariums to take home, building habitats for turtles, painting flower pots, and playing fun games. Free books were distributed to promote reading at home.

According to VU Education Major Hannah Fleetwood ’24 of Jasper, Indiana, “This is helping us connect with the community. We get to meet new people and talk to the kids and parents.”

VU Education Major Moriah Bullock’s pet turtle was a popular draw. Bringing her turtle and the classroom to the community was a joy.

“It’s a great way for kids to be able to read and for them to hang out with their friends and parents,” said Bullock, who is from Montgomery, Indiana.

Lisa Barksdale enjoyed the walk with her two sons, 5-year-old, Zaivon, and Legend, a second-grader at Tecumseh-Harrison Elementary School. Both described the event as “very, very good,” and Legend shared that his favorite part was touching the real turtle. They were also thrilled about seeing the other “Mossy.” That “Mossy” was a VU Theatre Arts student with a face painted green and wearing a turtle shell adorned with colorful flowers.

“This is a great experience,” Barksdale said. “We are so glad that we came. The story was really nice. They’re having a lot of fun. Everybody was really friendly, and we get to take home some wildflowers.”

The Story Walk was a vision of VU Education Associate Professor Lisa Miller for her students to plan a literacy event for children. A grant from the Knox County Community Foundation supported the Story Walk.

“In my teaching experience in public schools, I often planned events which involved parents and found it to be so important for students,” Miller said.

Miller selected “Mossy” due to the book’s magnificent illustrations and the meaningful message concerning the welfare of wildlife. 

In addition to Education students, the Story Walk also featured VU Conservation Law Enforcement students who showed off animal pelts and antlers and sweet treats baked by VU Culinary Arts students.

For Education majors and future educators like Luke Vanderwall ‘24, it was the perfect opportunity to hone their teaching skills and increase their time with children to go with their student teaching hours. 

“This was a new experience,” said Vanderwall of Cicero, Indiana. “We had to create stations. We are doing this outside, but these types of activities are something you can do inside a classroom. It’s good to get more time outside of a classroom with children. It’s also fun getting to see all the kids from different schools come together and having a chance to interact with them.”

Shelly and Jerry Stuthers traveled from Terre Haute, Indiana, with their 7-year-old granddaughter, Jezebel, who described the Story Walk as “the best.”

“It is so neat,” Stuthers said. “We have never done anything like this.”

HERE COME THE MUMMIES RETURN TO THE VICTORY THEATRE ON SEPT 22!

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Two Evansville Troopers receive Awards at Annual Award Ceremony

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Two Evansville Troopers receive Awards at Annual Award Ceremony

Earlier today, Indiana State Police held its annual awards ceremony in Indianapolis. Two troopers from Evansville were among those that received awards. Trooper Tanner Hurley received the 2022 Trooper of the District Award and Senior Trooper Ross Rafferty received a Lifesaving Award.

Trooper Tanner Hurley – 2022 Trooper of the District Award

Trooper Tanner Hurley is the recipient of the 2022 Trooper of the District Award at the Evansville District. Hurley is a four-year veteran of the Indiana State Police and primarily works the late shift in Knox and Gibson Counties. Although Trooper Hurley had 91 days off the road in 2022 due to training, honor guard details, and other special assignments, he still arrested 120 criminal defendants on 207 criminal charges with 54 of those being felonies. He also initiated over 1,600 traffic stops resulting in 59 impaired drivers being removed from our highways. Trooper Hurley is also a drug recognition expert (DRE) and is trained to recognize impairment in drivers under the influence of drugs. “Trooper Hurley strives to make our roadways and communities safe,” said Lieutenant Brian Bailey, Commander of the Evansville District. It is worth noting, Trooper Hurley was also the recipient of this award last year.

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Senior Trooper Ross Rafferty – Lifesaving Award

On June 8, 2022, Indiana State Police arrived at an Evansville apartment to conduct a drug investigation and to execute an arrest warrant for a female, but no one inside would open the door. Eventually, troopers were able to obtain a search warrant and entered the apartment. Troopers believed the female entered the crawlspace from a hole in the floor they discovered in the bathroom. Evansville Police assisted with a pole camera and other technology, but they were not able to locate the female. Evansville Fire Department arrived and removed additional exterior vents, but they were unsuccessful too. Troopers were concerned the female suspect may be experiencing a narcotic overdose. Trooper Rafferty entered the crawlspace through the bathroom floor and belly crawled through multiple sections of the crawlspace following the cobweb disturbance until the female was located. The female was found to be lethargic, conscious, but confused and slow to respond to questions. She eventually began to go into a full body seizure. Trooper Rafferty removed dangerous debris immediately surrounding the suspect and provided medical support. The suspect’s condition went back and forth from unconscious to violent full body seizures during the extrication. Evansville Fire Department cut a large hole in the floor of an apartment several units down from the original apartment to create a rescue portal. Once EFD created access through the floor, Trooper Rafferty assisted in the confined space extrication by securing the suspect on a backboard and helping with dragging and lifting her out of the crawlspace. The suspect regained consciousness during the final moments of the extrication. She was transported to Ascension St. Vincent Hospital and cleared before being taken to the Vanderburgh County Jail. “Their persistence and dedication lead to not only the criminal apprehension of a wanted felon but more importantly the preservation of her life,” said Lieutenant Brian Bailey, Evansville District Commander.

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Posey County State of Schools

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Superintendent of the Metropolitan School District of Mt. Vernon, Dr. Matt Thompson and Dr. Michael Galvin, Superintendent of the Metropolitan School District of North Posey County, will provide a progress update on the state of their schools, answer questions from community members, and provide insights for 2023.  They will also recognize and award a “Teacher/Administrator of the Year,” as voted on by their peers and the community at large.

WHEN: Tuesday, April 25, 2023, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM, CDT

WHERE: Country Mark Innovation Center Highway 62 E Mt. Vernon, Indiana 

WHO: Dr. Matt Thompson, Superintendent of the Metropolitan School District of Mt. Vernon

Dr. Michael Galvin, Superintendent of the Metropolitan School District of North Posey County

Audrie Burkett, Chief Operations Officer, Executive Vice President (E-REP)

Tyler Stock, Director of Talent EVV (E-REP)

 

 

This Week at USI

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Saturday, April 22 to June 3

Residence VII: A showcase of artists from New Harmony Clay Project featured at New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art 

USI’s New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art is proud to present a group exhibition, Residence VII, featuring ceramic works by recent residents of the New Harmony Clay Project. Residence VII runs from April 22 to June 3, opening with a reception from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 22. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

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11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, April 24

The Shield to release magazine Unmasked at SGA, APB partnered event

The Shield, USI’s student-run newspaper, in partnership with the USI Student Government Association (SGA) and Activities Programming Board (APB), will host a kickoff event, Unmasking USI, in celebration of the end of the Spring Semester and for the release of Unmasked: Unmasking the Story of How the COVID-19 Pandemic Affected the University of Southern Indiana from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, April 24 on The Quad. The event is open to the USI community.

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Friday, April 28

USI to host 25th annual Advanced Practice Registered Nursing Symposium

Dr. Sally K. Miller, Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Professor at the Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions, will be the presenter at USI’s 25th annual Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (APRN) Symposium on Friday, April 28 in Carter Hall, University Center West. There are options for attendees to attend in person and virtually.

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Monday, April 24 through Friday, April 28

Last week for 2023 Senior Seminar Exhibition

The 2023 USI Senior Seminar Exhibition is on display through Friday, April 28 at the McCutchan Art Center/Pace Galleries, located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center on campus. This exhibition features the creative work of 29 studio art, graphic design, interactive media and illustration students.

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SAVE THE DATE

May 5-6

Commencement Ceremonies to celebrate Class of 2023 graduates

We are excited to celebrate our 2023 Spring and Summer graduates! Ceremonies will be held May 5-6 in the Screaming Eagles Arena. More information will be coming soon.

Commencement details

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Released Tuesday, April 18

Staples to be awarded USI President’s Medal at Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

Savannah M. Staples, who will graduate summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in English teaching and minors in secondary education licensure and psychology, has been named the recipient of the President’s Medal, the highest honor bestowed to a graduate in the USI Class of 2023.

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Released Wednesday, April 19

USI to recognize two honorary degree recipients during Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

Two University of Southern Indiana honorary degree recipients will be celebrated at Spring 2023 Commencement during the 5 p.m. Friday, May 5 School of Graduate Studies Ceremony in the Screaming Eagles Arena.

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