EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Softball and Head Coach Sue Kunkle announced that Emily Goodin has been elevated to assistant coach for 2023, working primarily with USI’s pitching staff. Goodin was a volunteer assistant on the 2022 coaching staff.
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Goodin helped guide the Screaming Eagles’ pitching staff in 2022 to a 2.23 earned run average, 27 complete games with 13 shutouts, and 359 strikeouts.
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Overall, USI went 49-13 a season ago, including a 26-2 record in conference play, and strung together an 18-game winning streak in the middle of the 2022 season. USI Softball finished the 2022 season with a Great Lakes Valley Conference tournament title, won the NCAA Division II Midwest Super Regional, and advanced to the NCAA Division II Softball National Championships.
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In her first season with the Screaming Eagles, Goodin became a member of the NFCA Midwest Region Coaching Staff of the Year with Head Coach Sue Kunkle and Assistant Coaches MacKenzi Dorsam and Kelcey Carrasco.
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Goodin had a standout career at Indiana University. A two-time Big Ten Pitcher of the Week, Goodin earned second-team All-Big Ten and third-team NFCA All-Region honors as a senior in 2021. She went 50-38 inside the circle during her career with the Hoosiers, sporting a 2.23 career ERA and 583 strikeouts.
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Goodin, who was a two-time Big Ten Freshman of the Week in 2017, was 18-14 with a 2.05 ERA and 173 strikeouts during her senior year.
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A native of Evansville, Indiana, and graduate of Mater Dei High School, Goodin graduated from Indiana with a degree in kinesiology in May 2021. She is also the older sister of USI senior pitcher/first baseman Allie Goodin.
Goodin elevated to assistant coach for USI Softball
Old Henderson Road Fatality
The Vanderburgh County Coroner’s Office and the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a single vehicle collision in the 7900 block of Old Henderson Rd.
The victim from yesterday’s fatality accident on Old Henderson Rd. has been identified as Douglas Ryan Flowers, Age 38, of Evansville. He was pronounced deceased at the scene and died from  injuries related to the collision.
Gov. Holcomb Prioritizes Global Cooperation in Europe to Advance Energy and Life Sciences Industries
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb returned to Indianapolis Friday, concluding a weeklong economic development trip to Germany and Switzerland. During the trip a Gov. Holcomb-led delegation, which includes Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers, met some of the state’s largest foreign-owned businesses and advanced partnerships focused on industry growth and innovation in clean energy and life sciences.
“Europe is one of Indiana’s top trading and foreign investment partners, accounting for nearly half of the 1,050 global businesses operating here,†said Gov. Holcomb. “Our global partnerships extend far beyond the numbers. Germany and Switzerland in particular, have been long-standing partners and friends of Indiana for many decades. As we face new global events and economic challenges, these international partnerships are more important than ever, and I look forward to working with our German and Swiss friends to advance disruption and innovation in tomorrow’s economy.â€
Gov. Holcomb began the trip in Germany, which is one of the state’s largest foreign direct investors with approximately 122 German-owned business facilities now operating in Indiana. In Berlin, Gov. Holcomb and Sec. Chambers joined the American Chamber of Commerce Germany (AmCham Germany) to host an energy-focused roundtable, joining leading experts to discuss the ongoing energy transition across Europe and the U.S.
“Indiana and Germany share many similarities and strengths across academic, business and industry that make us ideal partners in tackling clean energy,†said Sec. Chambers. “Indiana ranks in the top five in the U.S. for new clean energy development, and I’m confident our industry and our innovators will play key roles in accelerating the development and commercialization of sustainable solutions worldwide.â€
On German Unity Day on Monday, Gov. Holcomb honored the long-standing Indiana-Germany relationship and the country’s many contributions to the Hoosier State. In Berlin, he and the delegation paid tribute to Germany’s history and reflected on German American relations at prominent landmarks, including the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie and the Reichstag.
On Wednesday, Gov. Holcomb and Sec. Chambers traveled to Switzerland, which hosts 41 Swiss-owned businesses with operations in Indiana. In Zurich, the delegation visited the future-focused global safety solutions company Dormakaba to meet with the company’s top leadership, including Riet Cadonau, Chairman of the Board of Directors; discuss opportunities to advance workforce development and apprenticeship programs; and thank the company for its investment in Indiana. Since acquiring the mechanical security business from Stanley Black & Decker in 2017, Dormakaba has invested more than $16 million in its Indianapolis operations and has created more than 100 new jobs.
In Switzerland, the delegation also traveled to Basel to meet with leading Swiss life sciences and medical device companies with Indiana operations, including Medartis, Novartis and Roche. These companies help propel the state’s robust life sciences sector, which ranks third in the U.S. for exports, contributes $79 billion to the state’s GDP, and supports nearly 59,000 high-wage Hoosier jobs according to BioCrossroads, Indiana’s life sciences industry initiative.
This marks Gov. Holcomb’s 13th international trip as governor and his third visit to both Germany and Switzerland. Indiana is home to more than 1,050 foreign-owned business establishments, including 535 European-owned businesses in Indiana that support 117,600 Hoosier jobs. In 2021, 47 foreign-owned businesses committed to locating or growing in Indiana. Together, these firms plan to invest $3.55 billion in Indiana, creating jobs with an average wage of $29.57 per hour and accounting for 14% of the total new jobs committed in 2021.
The costs of the state delegations are being paid through private donations to the Indiana Economic Development Foundation.
State Awards Over $554,000 To Improve Safety In Vanderburgh County Schools
STATEHOUSE (Oct. 12, 2022) – Vanderburgh County schools recently received more than $554,000 through the state’s Secured Schools Safety Grant Program, according to local legislators.
State Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) said the local funding is part of this year’s record-breaking school safety investments totaling more than $22.9 million in matching state grants for 425 schools across Indiana.
“As a school administrator, I understand how vital it is that schools continue making safety improvements, which come at a cost,” McNamara said. “With these grants, corporations large and small can make ongoing security updates based on their unique needs and plans. In Indiana, we will remain diligent in protecting our students and school staff.”
Vanderburgh County Schools Receiving Grant Funds Include:
- Annunciation Catholic School at Christ the King, $35,000;
- Annunciation Catholic at Holy Spirit, $34,969;
- Corpus Christi School, $17,439;
- Evansville Day School, $50,000;
- Evansville Lutheran School, $37,404;
- Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp., $100,000;
- Good Shepherd School, $12,750;
- Holy Redeemer School, $13,500;
- Holy Rosary School, $25,813;
- Mater Dei High School, $84,279;
- Reitz Memorial High School, $50,000;
- Resurrection School, $15,142;
- Signature School Inc., $13,558;
- St. Benedict Cathedral School, $35,000; and
- St. Joseph School, $30,000.
State Rep. Matt Hostettler (R-Patoka) said funds can be used for resource officers and law enforcement officers in schools, equipment and technology, active event warning systems, firearms training for teachers and staff who choose to allow guns on school property, threat assessments, and to implement a student and parent support services program.
“It’s important our schools maintain the safety of students and staff,” Hostettler said. “These grants help Hoosier schools pay for needed security, which can include a number of different things, from building updates to hiring trained security officers.”
“Each school has their own security needs, and these grants help them cover the costs of implementing safety measures based on their situation,” said State Rep. Tim O’Brien (R-Evansville). “Local schools will put these dollars to good use as they work hard to keep students in Vanderburgh County safe.”
In total, the state invested about $133 million in matching grants through the Secured School Fund, established through a 2013 law McNamara supported. To learn more about Secured Schools Safety Grants and to sign up to receive updates about grants available through the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, visit in.gov/dhs.
MEET “THE CANDIDATES NIGHT” SPONSORED BY POMA
Join Us October 20, 2022 At 6:00pm Bally’s Evansville – Las Vegas Room 421 NW Riverside Dr., Evansville, Indiana
Come network while keeping up to date on what’s happening in the Property Management Industry
**Refreshments and appetizers will be provided** *Social hour to immediately follow*
MEET “THE CANDIDATES NIGHT” SPONSORED BY PROPERTY OWNER AND MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
VANDERBURGH COUNTY PROSECUTOR
Diana Moers (R)
Jon Schaefer (D)
VANDERBURGH COUNTY COMMISSIONER-DISTRICT 2
Justin Elpers (R)
VANDERBURGH COUNTY SHERIFF
NOAH ROBINSON (D)
JEFF HALES (R)
VANDERBURGH COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR
RYAN STRATMAN (D)
BILL FLUTY (R)
NoCo Makers Market Presented by Liberty Federal Credit Union is Sunday, October 16
Event Will Take Place On Carpenter Street From 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
October 11, 2022: The Downtown Evansville Economic Improvement District (EID) will host the fifth annual NoCo Makers Market Presented by Liberty Federal Credit Union on Carpenter Street in Downtown Evansville on Sunday, October 16 from 10 AM – 2 PM. Shop 30+ makers, free pumpkins for children, food trucks, a beer garden, and live music at the outdoor event. Admission is free.
The first 200 children in attendance will receive a free pumpkin, sponsored by TOOLS 4 Teaching. Kids will be able to decorate their pumpkin at the event. New children’s activities for 2022 include a straw tunnel attraction and face painting. Guests will be entertained with music by the band Rewind. Bruce Li, La Plaza, and JB’s Barnyard will be serving food and Myriad Brewing Company will host a beer garden with their signature craft beers and new for 2022, mimosas.
Available maker items for sale will include apple cider slushies, baked goods, candles, couture dog collars, custom wood deÌcor, houseplants, jewelry, soap, and more. Carpenter Street will be closed from Second Street to Third Street for the event.
“In 2016 the Downtown Evansville Master Plan identified the area North of Court Street as the NoCo Makers District. The EID is proud to host this event, now in its fifth year, as we continue to advance the long-term priority of crafting NoCo as a place where people live and work, enhancing the diversity and appeal of our Downtown,†said Josh Armstrong, president, EID.
Visit DowntownEvansville.com/NoCo or Downtown Evansville Indiana on social media for event details.
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CenterPoint Energy Foundation Awards $100,000 to Youth First, Inc. For Education
 CenterPoint Energy Foundation is investing in Indiana youth. The organization has awarded $100,000 to Youth First, Inc. to strengthen the mental health and well-being of students at Delaware Elementary School and Glenwood Leadership Academy in the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC).
This significant gift from CenterPoint Energy Foundation, along with funding from other sources, will enable Youth First to provide school-based social work services and prevention programs at Delaware and Glenwood.
Speaking at a check presentation at Glenwood on October 6, Amanda Schmitt, CenterPoint Foundation President, stated: “This gift is part of our commitment to seeing communities thrive and seeing students reach their potential. As you all know, the last two years have been really difficult and I am so honored to partner with organizations like Youth First to ensure the last two years don’t define the next ten years. We want to make sure our students at Delaware and Glenwood continue to succeed and learn.â€
Dr. David Smith, Superintendent of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, remarked, “CenterPoint is investing in the communities they serve so we can write our own future, rather than being defined by the past. There’s nothing more noble or worthy than investing in our youth to help them have a better life.â€
Glenwood Principal Angela Oliver said, “Here at Glenwood, we believe in growing the whole child. We’re very committed to making sure our students are socially, emotionally and mentally healthy. We know our students can’t learn on the academic front until all of those other needs are met, so it’s a high priority for us. Youth First Social Worker Tiffany Austin has been here for 10 years and has created relationships and trust with our families. When they need something, they know our school is the hub of the community and they can call the office and ask to speak to Mrs. Austin to help meet some of those extra needs beyond academics. She is the face of GLA (Glenwood Leadership Academy).â€
Youth First is addressing the growing need for mental health support in school buildings, partnering with 110 schools across 12 Indiana counties to embed skilled social workers, where they become specialized mentors for students and prevention coaches for parents and teachers. Youth First Social Workers build caring relationships, promote healthy choices, foster readiness for positive change, and boost resiliency along with other valuable life skills.
EVANSVILLE REGION SUMMIT
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We believe in the Evansville Region’s future. Between the life-long locals and our newest residents, there’s an abundance of compelling people, talents, and perspectives. We are a community looking to the future, and that is where Talent EVV comes in. What is Talent EVV? It is our community’s pledge to growth and the bright future we envision for the Evansville Region. By committing to specific goals in our community’s strategic plan, we can show our neighbors and future neighbors why E is the perfect place to call home, but we cannot do this work alone. On Wednesday, November 2, from 8- 11 am the Talent EVV Partners (E-REP, United Way of Southwestern Indiana, Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana, and the Welborn Baptist Foundation) invite you to join this inspirational work through a collaborative Summit. Together, we can build the community we want to be. During the morning you will have an opportunity to… •   Connect with other delegates from around the region. •   Hear from leaders and residents about what this region is doing to be better •   Learn what you can be doing or share what you have done to impact change. Help us in Building a Nationally Recognized Place to Call Home! |
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If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Tyler Stock at tstock@evvregion.com or 812-550-4313! |