JUST IN: Vanderburgh County Coroner’s Office And The Evansville Police Department Are Investigating Childs Death
Vanderburgh County Coroner’s Office And The Evansville Police Department Are Investigating Childs Death
The Vanderburgh County Coroner’s Office and the Evansville Police Department are investigating the death of a 6-year-old child on 09-04-2022.
The child has been identified as Malachi Copeland of Evansville. An autopsy determined he died from a single gunshot wound to the head.
The investigation is ongoing and the Evansville Police Department can provide additional updates.
USI events and updates for the week of 9/6/2022
Beginning Saturday, September 10
Chicago-based artist Cass Davis to exhibit at New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
The USI New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art is proud to present Revelations featuring installation, sculpture, textile and video works by Chicago-based artist Cass Davis. The exhibition will be on display Saturday, September 10 through November 5.
Friday, September 9
Engineers in Action complete remote Bolivia bridge project at more than 14,000 feet
The USI Engineers in Action (EIA) student organization completed a 100-meter bridge project in Japo, Bolivia, this summer. The student team and two USI employees will give a brief presentation on the project and will be available for media interviews from 3-4 p.m. Friday, September 9.
More information will be coming in a media alert shortly. An RSVP is required to attend.Â
Annual Pharmacology Update for Healthcare Professionals workshop returns in person, virtual
The USI Center for Health Professions Lifelong Learning is hosting the annual Pharmacology Update for Healthcare Professionals, an all-day workshop on Friday, September 23 in the University Center on the USIÂ campus.
September 28
Inaugural Edward D. and Regina Rechnic Holocaust Series speaker set for September 28
The University of Southern Indiana Foundation is hosting the inaugural speaker for the Edward D. and Regina Rechnic Holocaust Series from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, September 28 in Carter Hall on the USI campus.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Released Wednesday, August 31
USI waiving undergraduate application fee through September 30 for College GO! campaign
In conjunction with the College GO! campaign sponsored by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, USI invites Indiana students to submit their undergraduate admission applications for free through the month of September.
Released Thursday, September 1
Board approves biennial capital improvement request, housing and meal plan rates
At its regular meeting on Thursday, September 1, the University of Southern Indiana Board of Trustees reviewed and approved the 2023-25 Capital Improvement Budget Request and housing and meal plan rates for the 2023-24 Academic Year.
USI CALENDAR
A collection of events on campus and in the community sponsored can be found on the USI events calendar by clicking here.
USI Falls to Former Conference Foe, 5-1
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – University of Southern Indiana Men’s Soccer fell to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Monday, 5-1. A strong second half from the Cougars put the game out of reach for the Screaming Eagles. USI falls to 0-4 on the season while SIUE moves to 2-1-1.
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The Cougars got things going in the first half with two goals just 19 seconds apart at the 19:08 and 19:29 marks by Max Broughton and Pau Palacin to give SIUE an early 2-0 lead. The Eagles were able to cut the lead in half before halftime with a goal from Ryan Nevins (St. Peters, Missouri) at the 37:41 mark, assisted on by Marky Lara (Evansville, Indiana). That was Nevins first goal on the season and 11th of his career.
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SIUE was able to pull away in the second half scoring three goals to make it the final 5-1 score. Cougar goals came from Myles Sophanavong, Jacob Bilyeu, and Pau Palacin netted his second for the brace.
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USI finished the game with five shots and two shots on goal, one from Nevins and one from Wesley Rhodes (Indianapolis, Indiana). The Eagles had two saves on the night, one each for both Alec Meissner (St. Louis, Missouri) and Giancarlo Varano (Woodbridge, Canada).
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UP NEXT FOR THE EAGLES:
USI continues the road trip after a four-day break with a trip across town to take on the University of Evansville in the Mayors Cup on Saturday, September 10th at 6pm at Arad McCutchan Field. The Eagles will then travel to Peoria, Illinois to take on Bradley University on Tuesday, September 13th with kickoff set for 6pm. The match against Evansville will be streamed on ESPN3 while the Bradley match will be streamed on ESPN+.
BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERSÂ REGULAR MEETING AGENDAÂ IN ROOM 307, CIVIC CENTER COMPLEXÂ WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2022Â At 12:00 NOON
                       AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. MEETING MEMORANDUMÂ AUGUST 17, 2022
3. CONSENT AGENDA Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
       a. Request Re: Approve and Execute Park Use Permit with Parks Fest for the 7th annual Music Festival at Garvin Park on October 1, 2022.- Zach Evans    Â
       b. Request Re: Approve and Execute Contract for the Use of Swonder Ice Arena by an Independent Skating Professional, Mark Cody.                                                            Â
      c. Request Re: Approve and Execute Amendment to the Ice House Treats Agreement for Helfrich Golf Course to begin Fall/Winter operating hours effective September 8, 2022.
      d. Request Re: Approve and Execute Sonitrol/Maxitrol 2022 Master Agreement Addenda and Amendment. -Stahl
      e. Request Re: Approve and Execute ratification of the 2022 Fendrich Boys and Girls Club Event Use and Concessions Agreement with Patties Sand Trap, LLC. -Stahl
4. Â Â Â Â OLD BUSINESS Â
5.     NEW BUSINESSÂ
       a. Request Re: Any Other Business the Board Wishes to Consider and Public Comments
6.     REPORTS
       a. Steve Schaefer – Deputy Mayor, Interim Parks Director     Â
7.     ACCEPTANCE OF PAYROLL AND VENDORS
8.     ADJOURN
Teacher Of The Year Finalists Announced During Tough Time For Educators
Teacher Of The Year Finalists Announced During Tough Time For Educators
- By Sydney Byerly, TheStatehouseFile.com
- Sep 5, 2022Â
INDIANAPOLIS—Each year, the more than 60-year-old Indiana Teacher of the Year program aims to recognize outstanding teachers around the state who are making a difference in their classrooms.
The 2022 Teacher of the Year was Sharita Ware, a seventh- and eighth-grade engineering and technology teacher at Tippecanoe School Corp. Ware received the award for transforming the technology classroom and lab space into an inspiring workspace for her students and launching several afterschool activity programs.
Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner said retaining great teachers in the state amidst a national shortage has become increasingly important.
“As we work to attract and retain the best and brightest teachers in Indiana, this is one way we can elevate the profession and celebrate those who dedicate their lives to helping Hoosier youth achieve their greatest potential,†Jenner wrote in a statement about the 2023 selection process.
The teacher and staffing shortages around the country, attributed to mass retirements and burnout from the COVID-19 pandemic, have been noticeable in this year’s back-to-school season. Following the strange hybrid-classroom school years of 2020 and 2021, IDOE recognized all 66,000 teachers as the 2021 Teachers of the Year.
On Friday, IDOE announced the 10 finalists for the 2023 award. Jenner said, “Indiana is home to exceptional teachers across the state.â€
“This year’s top 10 Teacher of the Year finalists are especially impressive. Our teachers’ work matters today and will continue to impact students throughout their entire lives.â€
Qualified candidates are from state-approved or accredited schools, teaching pre-kindergarten through grade 12 and planning to continue teaching.
This year’s finalists include teachers from all across the state. They are:
Kathleen Avery, South Bend Community School Corp.
Amanda Beck, Tippecanoe School Corp.
Jason Beer, Southwest Allen County Schools
Tara Cocanower, Bluffton-Harrison Metropolitan School District
Joshua DeBard, Lebanon Community School Corp.
Amanda Fox, Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp.
Helen Hearon, Mill Creek Community Schools
Kelly Hine, Zionsville Community Schools
Courtney Ramos, MSD of Wayne Township
Karisa Schwanekamp, Plainfield Community School Corp.
A committee comprised of former Teachers of the Year, IDOE staff, educational organization leaders, business and community leaders, and representatives from higher education select the finalists each year.
The official Indiana Teacher of the Year will be announced later this fall. After receiving the award, they “will work to help elevate the teaching profession in Indiana as well as represent Hoosier teachers at the national level.â€
The Council of Chief State School Officers sponsors the National Teacher of the Year program, which will begin hosting national events in spring 2023 after each state announces its selection. Some of the events include inductions for all state Teachers of the Year, a week-long trip to Washington D.C. and recognition by the President.
The 2022 Teacher of the Year was Sharita Ware, a seventh- and eighth-grade engineering and technology teacher at Tippecanoe School Corp. Ware received the award for transforming a technology classroom and lab space into an inspiring workspace for her students and launching several afterschool activity programs.
Todd Rokita Secures $15 Million Settlement With Frontier CommunicationsÂ
 Attorney General Todd Rokita today announced a $15 million settlement with Frontier Communications that will ensure that Hoosiers receive the services for which they have paid. The settlement especially benefits residents living in rural communities.Â
“Hoosiers shouldn’t be forced to pay for high-speed internet in exchange for slow service,†Attorney General Rokita said. “Particularly with many individuals working remotely from their homes, consistent and reliable telecommunications are vital to Indiana’s economy.â€Â
In May 2021, Attorney General Rokita sued Frontier Communications alleging they violated the Indiana Deceptive Consumer Sales Act. The Federal Trade Commission and several other states also sued the company. Specifically, the lawsuit argued the company misrepresented internet speeds and reliability to consumers.Â
Although the court declined to hear Indiana’s claims, Attorney General Rokita pushed ahead with his work on behalf of Hoosiers — pressing Frontier to address his concerns about their services.Â
“Many Hoosiers living in rural areas have no other options but to access internet services through Frontier,†Attorney General Rokita said. “In the 21st century, residents of our rural communities should expect the same quality of service and same availability of technology as their peers in larger cities and towns.â€Â
As a result of Attorney General Rokita’s persistence, Frontier Communications entered into an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance agreeing to pay $15 million over a period of four years to improve internet infrastructure in Indiana.Â
The agreement also requires Frontier to review service speeds and provide options to consumers to reduce service plans (and costs) if their current plans promise higher speeds than those provided.Â
Frontier also must change their advertising efforts to accurately represent to Indiana consumers both the availability and reliability of their internet service. Â
Frontier will be given a period to correct various discrepancies between the advertised internet speed and the actual internet speeds provided to Hoosiers. Following this period, Frontier must credit billing charges to consumers who do not receive at least 90 percent of the maximum advertised speed (unless the consumer has been informed of such and elects not to subscribe to the lower speed tier). Frontier also must credit billing charges to customers if it fails to provide consumers at least 100% of the speed they were promised.Â
In addition, Frontier must provide training programs for their consumer service representatives, field technicians, and sales agents that accurately and comprehensively cover the requirements of the agreement, the effect on the consumer’s internet service, the rights of consumers to discontinue, etc. For four years following the agreement, Frontier must provide the Office of the Attorney General a semi-annual report detailing compliance with the agreement. Â
Hoosiers are encouraged to contact Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office about any business practices they believe are unfair, abusive or deceptive. Consumers may file complaints by visiting indianaconsumer.com or calling 1-800-382-5516.Â
PRINTED EDITION OF THE SEPTEMBER CITY-COUNTY OBSERVER TO BE DISTRIBUTED TODAY
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- IGA CONVENIENCE MART ON EAST LLOYD
- McCullough, CENTRAL, NORTHPARK, OAKLYN, AND RED BANK LIBRARIES
- PET FOOD-WESTSIDE AND EASTSIDE
- EVANSVILLE /VANDERBURGH COUNTY CIVIC CENTER
- IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
- BALLY’S HOTEL
- MERRY-GO-AROUND RESTAURANT
- CAROUSEL RESTAURANT
- DOUBLE TREE HOTEL DOWNTOWN
- OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA
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