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EVV19 Honor Flight Wheels UP to D.C.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2025  ~ WHEELS UPS!

The veteran selection process for this flight will start in August.  Do not submit a new application if one has already been submitted.  If your contact information has changed, email us at datadirhfsi@gmail.com   We select our oldest Veterans first with the only exception a medical priority request.

The public cannot attend the morning send off.  However, the public is welcomed to attend the Welcome Home Parade. EVV 19 Welcome Home Parade ~ Public Invited

The morning of flight day volunteers will be needed, but they must sign up through the HFSI sign up genius email when it comes out.  If you are not receiving the HFSI sign up genius emails, please contact volunteer coordinator Tasha Byram at hfsivolunteers@gmail.com to get your name & email onto the list.

BIG THANK YOU TO EVV Regional Airport, TSA staff and American Airlines for their TREMENDOUS SUPPORT!!

National Fishing Lure Collectors Club Brings 2025 National Convention to Evansville

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EVANSVILLE, IN – July 9, 2025 –
Explore Evansville is pleased to welcome the National Fishing Lure Collectors Club (NFLCC) to the city for its 2025 National Convention, taking place July 10–12 at Old National Events Plaza.
Founded in 1976, the NFLCC is a non-profit, educational, international organization focused on preserving and promoting the hobby of fishing tackle collecting. The organization supports its members through identification, education, and the trading of vintage lures, reels, rods, and related memorabilia.
This year’s national convention is expected to draw collectors and enthusiasts from across the country, with more than 350 tables of rare and historic items on display and available for trade. The event is a highlight on the annual calendar for hobbyists, historians, and outdoor enthusiasts.
“We’re excited to welcome the NFLCC and its members to Evansville,” said Tom White, CEO of Explore Evansville. “Events like this not only celebrate history and hobby but also bring meaningful economic impact to our community.”
The public is invited to attend the NFLCC National Antique Tackle Show on Thursday, July 10 and Friday, July 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. On Saturday, July 12, the show is open from 8:00 a.m. to noon, and admission is free.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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BURTON CELEBRATES CEREMONIAL SIGNING OF SEA 448 TO EXPAND CAREER PATHWAYS FOR INDIANA STUDENTS

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BURTON CELEBRATES CEREMONIAL SIGNING OF SEA 448 TO EXPAND CAREER PATHWAYS FOR INDIANA STUDENTS

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, State Rep. Alex Burton (D-Evansville) joined Gov. Braun and fellow lawmakers for the ceremonial signing of Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 448 – bipartisan legislation that expands access to career pathways for Indiana students. Co-sponsored by Burton, the new law is a major step forward in equipping Hoosier youth with the tools they need to succeed after high school.

Burton released the following statement on the ceremonial signing:

“I’m honored to be part of the much-needed solutions that give Hoosier youth expanded access to career pathways. Enhancing the systems that develop youth into working and responsible Hoosiers is a high priority for me. Every student deserves the opportunity to prepare for life beyond graduation with the skills, credentials and confidence to pursue their future, whether that’s college, a career or military service.

“SEA 448 strengthens partnerships between schools, employers and postsecondary institutions to create more accessible career pathways. By investing in these opportunities and alternative tracks to success, the legislation aims to increase stability and independence for young people across the state.

“This is about building a future where students from every school district, not just a few, can explore options that don’t always require a four-year degree right away. I’m proud to work alongside our state’s top education leaders to ensure students graduate not just with a diploma, but with direction.”

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Governor Braun Celebrates Education Wins for Hoosier Students and Parents

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“Today we’re celebrating universal school choice, accountability, and new investment in our classrooms.” 

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Governor Mike Braun held a signing ceremony to celebrate education wins for Hoosiers, like universal school choice, increased teacher pay, sending more dollars to the classroom in the state budget, and bringing A-F accountability ratings to ensure Indiana schools are performing for Hoosier students.

“We’ve secured big wins for Hoosier students and parents, like universal school choice, increased teacher pay, new accountability ratings for schools, and more money going to the classroom. In Indiana, parents are in the driver’s seat of their kids’ education, and great quality education for Hoosier students is our priority.” – Governor Mike Braun 

Governor Braun’s state budget strengthened Indiana’s commitment to K-12 education by increasing the K-12 tuition support formula by $640 million in the biennium. Governor Braun has also made parental choice a top priority in education, and the Choice Scholarship program will be open to all families beginning fall of 2026.

The bills being celebrated today also include increased teacher base pay and a new A-F accountability rating system focused on how well schools support the unique skills and talents of individual students.

Governor Braun ceremonially signed the following education bills.

•    Senate Enrolled Act 146 – Teacher compensation.

•    Senate Enrolled Act 448 – Higher education and workforce development matters.

•    House Enrolled Act 1041 – Student eligibility in interscholastic sports.

•    House Enrolled Act 1064 – School transfer.

•    House Enrolled Act 1498 – School accountability.

•    Senate Enrolled Act 373 – Various education matters.

•    House Enrolled Act 1634 – Math education.

•    House Enrolled Act 1515 – Education and higher education matters.

•    Senate Enrolled Act 448 – Higher education and workforce development matters.

•    House Enrolled Act 1002 – Various education matters.

•    House Enrolled Act 1637 – School and public safety matters.

Otters fall short in extra inning opener

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WASHINGTON, Pa. – The Evansville Otters (21-30) lost in extra innings to the Washington Wild Things (28-24) on Tuesday afternoon, 6-5.

The Otters sent out Garret Simpson to the mound and he worked well throughout the first three innings. He stranded two runners in that three innings span and induced a ton of soft contact.

In the top half of the third, the Evansville offense got to work. After an Ellis Schwartz double with two outs, David Mendham drove him in to open the scoring in the Otters’ favor.

The next inning, Pavin Parks blasted a two-run home run to dead center field to make it 3-0. It wouldn’t end there, as Keenan Taylor hit an RBI triple to open it up even more at 4-0.

The Wild Things fought back immediately after with a lead off home run in the bottom of the fourth. In the fifth with a 4-1 deficit, Washington would score three times to tie it up at 4-4.

The game would stay even until the bottom of the seventh, when a sacrifice fly put the Wild Things ahead for the first time of the afternoon, 5-4.

The Otters did not give up. They responded with one of their own in the eighth. It was Graham Brown who delivered with a bloop single into shallow single to tie it up again, this time at 5-5.

Both teams matched each other until the end of regulation and it went into the tenth. The Otters were not able to score in the top half. Washington took advantage and won it with a walk off single down the right field line to make it a final of 6-5.

Parks had a solid day, going 3-for-4, a triple shy of the cycle. Mendham and Dennis Pierce each extended their on base streaks. Mendham is at 16 games, while Pierce is at 12.

The Otters are back in action tomorrow night in Washington at 5:05 p.m. CT.

Indiana’s Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Working Group Listening Sessions

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INDIANAPOLIS — The Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Working Group, established through Executive Order 25-31, is hosting three listening sessions in July. These listening sessions will be an opportunity for families, providers, and community members to share their experiences and perspectives on ABA therapy in Indiana. Feedback gathered during these listening sessions will help inform the Working Group’s evaluation of cost containment strategies that minimize the negative impact felt by ABA enrollees and their families.

Listening Session Dates and Locations:

Thursday, July 10*  
2-3 p.m. CT / 3-4 p.m. ET
Ivy Tech Valparaiso
3100 Tech Dr.
Room D226
Valparaiso, IN 46383

Tuesday, July 15
3-4 p.m. ET
Ivy Tech Richmond
2357 Chester Blvd.
Room 1239
Richmond, IN 47374

Thursday, July 24
2-3 p.m. CT / 3-4 p.m. ET
Ivy Tech Evansville
3501 N First Ave.
Room 107
Evansville, IN 47710