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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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Click here to see the latest food inspection reports. Provided by Vanderburgh County Health Department.

 

 

 

 

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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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.

USI Basketball is on the road to WIU, Lindenwood

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USI is on the road to WIU, Lindenwood

University of Southern Indiana Men’s Basketball is on the road this week and will be chasing a spot in the Ohio Valley Conference Championship next month. The Screaming Eagles start the final six games of the 2024-25 regular season with a visit to Western Illinois University Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and to Lindenwood University Saturday at 2 p.m.

USI (9-15, 4-10 OVC) enters the week two games back of the final spot for the OVC Championship. The Eagles are trailing the University of Tennessee at Martin and Lindenwood, who are each 6-8 in the league this season and tied seventh, while Tennessee Tech University and Tennessee State University are tied for fifth with identical 8-6 conference records.

USI is coming off a tough homestand that saw the Eagles go 0-3, including a 74-56 loss to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a 79-74 defeat at the hands of Southeast Missouri State University. Junior guard Damoni Harrison led USI last week with 19 points per game, including a 25-point game in the loss to SEMO.

Junior guard Jayland Randall followed Harrison with 18.5 points per contest after posting 23 against SEMO, while sophomore forward Stephen Olowoniyi posted 14.5 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. Olowoniyi posted his team-high fourth double-double of the season, 14 points and 10 rebounds, to close out the homestand Saturday.

For the season, Harrison leads the team with 14.9 points per outing, while Randall was second with 14.8 per game. Olowoniyi rounds out the double-figure scorers with 13.8 points per game and a team-best 6.8 rebounds per contest.

The WIU Leathernecks (8-17 overall, 2-12 OVC) have lost 10-straight after Saturday’s 80-71 loss at the University of Tennessee at Martin. WIU has not won since January 9.

WIU leads the all-time series, 5-2, after USI won at Liberty Arena in January, 78-66. Harrison led four Eagles in double digits with 26 points. Graduate forward Jack Mielke followed with 17 points and a team-high 11 rebounds for his first career double-double. Randall and Olowniyi rounded out the top four with 12 points and 11 points, respectively.

The Lions of Lindenwood (11-13 overall, 6-7 OVC) went 0-2 last week. Lindenwood, who hosts Morehead State University Thursday, is 2-3 in the last five games, but .500 over the last 10 contests.

The Eagles lead the all-time series, 8-1, after taking the first meeting of the year in January, 80-73. Harrison led three players in double-digits with 26 points and 10
Rebounds in the win. He was followed by Randall, who had 17 points, and Mielke, who had 10 points.

All of the USI Basketball action can be seen live on ESPN+. The game can also be heard on ESPN 97.7FM (http://listentotheref.com) and 95.7FM The Spin (http://957thespin.com).

UE Men’s basketball set for Wednesday road game at Missouri State

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Men’s basketball set for Wednesday road game at Missouri State

Aces and Bears square off at 7 p.m.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Three of the next four games will be on the road for the University of Evansville men’s basketball team beginning on Wednesday when the Purple Aces travel to Springfield, Mo. to take on Missouri State.  ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network will have the broadcast.

Last Time Out

– Playing the first nationally televised home game since since the 2018-19 season, UE rallied late before falling to Bradley by a final score of 80-74 on Saturday

– UE trailed by as many as 21 points in the second half before getting within four

– Tayshawn Comer scored a game-high 23 points while Connor Turnbull posted the best game of his career with 20 points and 13 boards

Trending Upward

– In the Feb. 8 game against Bradley, Connor Turnbull had the game of his career, setting highs in most statistics

– He set career marks in points (20), rebounds (13), FG (7), FGA (12), FT (6), FTA (9), and minutes (33:48) on the way to his first collegiate double-double

– On top of those numbers, he added three more blocks and continues to lead the Valley with 1.92 per game

– His total of 48 blocks ranks 23rd in the country while his average of 1.92 is 27th

– Turnbull’s game against the Braves bested his prior scoring high of 14, which came in the road win at Belmont

On a Roll

– Over the last 12 games, Tayshawn Comer has played as well as anyone in the MVC

– Comer is averaging 20.3 points, 4.4 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per game over that time and leads UE with his season scoring average of 15.6 PPG

– Included in that tally is a career-high 27 points in the win over Murray State, besting his mark of 26 in the road win at SIU

– Against league competition, Comer is averaging 18.8 PPG, which is second

Scouting the Opponent

– Missouri State comes into Wednesday’s match-up with a record of 8-17 while going 1-13 through their first 14 league outings

– The Bears’ MVC win came on Feb. 1 when they defeated Murray State by a final score of 77-56

– Evansville took the first meeting of the season by a final tally of 57-40 on Dec. 29 at the Ford Center

– Dez White is the leading scorer for the Bears, averaging 15.0 points per game on the season

– White is shooting 84.1% from the line and has dished out a team-high 67 assists

– Vincent Brady II is averaging 13.0 PPG while Michael Osei-Bonsu has chipped in 10.8 PPG and a team-high 7.2 rebounds

-www.GoPurpleAces.com-

Evansville Water and Sewer Utility Closed ofr Lincoln’s Birthday (Wed. 2/12)

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Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (EWSU) business offices will be closed Wednesday, February 12, in observation of President Lincoln’s birthday. Regular business hours will resume on Thursday, February 13. EWSU will be closed again next Monday, February 17, for President’s Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, February 18.

Republic Services will operate on the regular trash and recycling collection schedule this week and next week.

Many of the Utility’s services are available online. Visit ewsu.com to make a payment, request payment assistance, start or stop water service and more. To report a water or sewer emergency on holidays, weekends or after business hours, call 812-421-2130.

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