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Complete effort lifts Otters to series win
EVANSVILLE, Ind. -Â The Evansville Otters played a complete team game Wednesday night, defeating the Joliet Slammers 3-2.
The Otters jumped into the offensive categories immediately, recording three back-to-back hits to begin the game, scoring a run on both a Jeffrey Baez single and a J.R. Davis single.
The Slammers struck back in the second, scoring a single run on an error from Evansville right fielder Elijah MacNamee.
The 2-1 Otter advantage lasted to the fourth when MacNamee made up for his error with an RBI single.
Evansville held tight to the 3-1 lead until the eighth when Joliet capitalized on an RBI single from Scott Holzwasser.
Logan Sawyer picked up his second straight save in the ninth, striking out a pair of batters to help close the game. It was his league-leading 12th save and the 35th of his professional career.
The win was assigned to Brett Adcock, who struck out seven batters while giving up a single run (unearned) on three hits. It was his second straight win. Trevor Charpie took the loss, his second of the season.
With the win, Evansville claims the series win as well. This follows a pair of series losses on the road for Evansville.
Joliet and Evansville conclude the mid-week series on Thursday night for Jacob’s Village night at the ballpark. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m., gates open at Bosse FIeld at 5:30 p.m. Postgame fireworks follow the game.
Todd Rokita Asks Courts To Lift Injunctions Against Several Indiana Abortion Laws
Not wasting any time, Attorney General Todd Rokita and his team took new actions this week to protect women and unborn children following the U.S. Supreme Court’s historic decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.
“Like most Hoosiers, I believe in building a culture of life in Indiana,â€Â Attorney General Rokita said. “That means protecting the lives of unborn babies and safeguarding the physical, mental and emotional well-being of their mothers. I’ll do everything in my power to advance this mission.â€
This week, Attorney General Rokita asked courts to lift injunctions against several Indiana abortion laws following the Supreme Court’s overturning of the Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey rulings. The rejection of those woefully misguided precedents means states now have much greater authority to enact and enforce laws regarding abortion.
The Indiana laws for which Attorney General Rokita is asking courts to lift injunctions include:
- a ban on discriminatory abortions sought specifically because of the unborn child’s race, sex, or disability
- a ban on dismemberment abortions, in which living unborn children are dismembered piece by piece
- a requirement that parents be notified when a court approves an abortion for a minor child without parental consent (barring extenuating circumstances such as reason to believe such notification could endanger the child)
In addition, Attorney General Rokita already has obtained a court-filed stipulation that halts expansion plans by abortion providers Whole Woman’s Health Alliance and Planned Parenthood in the cities of South Bend and Evansville, respectively.
“Indiana has a long history of defending life,†Attorney General Rokita said, “and the Supreme Court has recognized these contributions. Indeed, the Dobbs decision expressly cited multiple Indiana cases — such as our battles to outlaw discriminatory abortion and require respectful disposition of the bodies of aborted babies.“
The Dobbs decision also cited Indiana’s work to defend parental notice and sustain an informed-consent waiting period, among other issues.
Key step In CenterPoint Energy’s Long-Term Electric Generation Transition Plan Receives Approval
Natural Gas Combustion Turbines To Provide Reliable Generation To Complement Transition To Majority Renewables Portfolio, While Reducing Carbon Emissions
Evansville, Ind. – June 28, 2022– CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) today announced its Indiana-based electric utility business, CenterPoint Energy Indiana South, received approval for the construction of natural gas generation from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC), a key step in the company’s long-term electric generation transition plan. CenterPoint Energy intends to construct two natural gas combustion turbines (CTs) to replace portions of its existing coal-fired generation fleet. The company’s generation transition plan will significantly evolve the way the company generates power for its 150,000 customers across southwestern Indiana by combining a cleaner portfolio of renewables and complementary natural gas.
The estimated $334 million natural gas facility will provide an output of 460 megawatts (MW), sized appropriately to reliably support the anticipated electric generation needed upon the retirement of A.B. Brown units 1 and 2 in late 2023. The CTs will be constructed at the current site of the power plant in Posey County, Ind., and will assist CenterPoint Energy in delivering on its commitment to provide a cost-effective, well-balanced energy mix.
The company’s 2020 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) illustrated a preferred portfolio including nearly two-thirds of energy generated from renewable resources as well as natural gas generation, which is projected to ultimately save electric customers an estimated $320 million over the 20-year planning period. Through the IRP process, CenterPoint Energy performed significant analysis and considered public input to arrive at the most reliable and cost-effective solution for customers.
“Although the majority of the proposed generation outlined in our plan comes from renewable resources, there remains a need for reliable, resilient and fast-ramping generation to operate around-the-clock when the sun and wind are insufficient to power the renewable resources,†said Steve Greenley, Senior Vice President, Generation Development. “While the combustion turbines may not run constantly, it is very likely they will operate several hours each day in order to supplement our renewable generation with a lower carbon solution, when renewable facilities are not at peak generating levels.â€
In addition, the company recently filed for securitization of its A.B. Brown assets, which was contingent on the IURC approval of the natural gas CTs and may result in up to $60 million in additional savings to customers over the same time period.
“Today’s approval will have no immediate impact on customer electric bills,†added Greenley. “The recovery of the investments associated with the CTs will be requested through a future electric rate case. When combining the savings to be realized through securitization and other bill reductions associated with the added renewable investments, the average residential customer is estimated to see a bill impact of less than $10 per month for the total generation transition.â€
The replacement of most of the company’s coal-fired generation will help mitigate costs associated with compliance of ever-evolving environmental regulations and the higher operating costs of continuing to run the aging units. By replacing much of the coal-fired generation with significantly more efficient technologies like renewables, including a large percentage of universal solar, the replacement will move CenterPoint Energy significantly forward on achieving its goal of net zero on direct carbon emissions by 2035.
For more information on CenterPoint Energy’s long-term electric generation transition plan, visitwww.centerpointenergy.com/smartenergyfuture.
CenterPoint Energy delivers electricity to approximately 150,000 customers in southwest Indiana in all or portions of Gibson, Dubois, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh and Warrick counties. Programs and services are operated under the brand CenterPoint Energy by Southern Indiana Gas and Electric Company d/b/a CenterPoint Energy Indiana South.
Sen. Braun seeks clarification on Biden Labor Secretary’s statement on abortion, Labor Dept. policy
Senator Mike Braun sent a letter to Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh, seeking clarification of Labor Department policy following his statement released after the U.S. Supreme Court decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Senator Braun notes in the letter that Secretary Walsh’s statement appears to indicate an intention by the Executive Branch to intervene in states with laws protecting the sanctity of life, degrading our institutions of government by undermining the authority of the U.S. Supreme Court to restore constitutional order, as well as devaluing the experiences of mothers participating in the labor force.
Senator Braun wrote:
“I write to share my concern and to inquire as to your intentions articulated in your June 24, 2022, statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization (19-1392). This landmark case acknowledges that the Constitution does not and has never conferred a right to abortion and restores to the people the authority to enact policy to protect life at all stages. Your role as the Secretary of Labor does not empower you nor the Administration to usurp state authority in your divisive promotion of the destruction of human life.â€
Senator Braun continued:
“Your statement shares, ‘Access to abortion and all other personal reproductive choices is not only an issue of health and personal liberty, but also squarely an economic issue that determines the welfare of working women and their families. The Department of Labor will work to advance our mission by empowering women using every tool we have.’ It is concerning that you appear to be threatening to intervene into the many states of the Republic that have established strong laws to protect life. It is doubly disappointing that you appear to be attempting to intimidate mothers in difficult positions with false ultimatums of poverty or saving the life of a child.â€
Read the full letter here.
Evansville Water and Sewer Utility Revises Bill Relief Program
Evansville, Ind. – The Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (EWSU) has made two important changes to the Bill Relief Program previously announced: The monthly credit is increasing from $3 to $10 a month, and the eligibility requirements have been revised to exclude County residents. The changes stemmed from the Evansville City Council’s approval on use of the City’s allocation of American Rescue Plan funds.
Current Bill Relief Program guidelines are as follows:
Who’s Eligible
EWSU customers who reside in City limits with an active water account and have a household income of $50,000 or less may qualify for assistance.
What the Bill Relief Program Provides
Customers who apply for the program and qualify will receive a $10 monthly credit applied to their account each month for one year – for a total savings of $120. The credit offsets the 2022 water rate increase that goes into effect July 1. After one year, customers may have the opportunity to reapply for the program for an additional 12 months or while funds last.
When It Takes Effect
The Bill Relief Program launches July 1, 2022, to help income-eligible individuals and families in the community lighten the cost of their utility bill. Applications are being accepted now.
How to Apply
Visit ewsu.com/BillRelief
Fill out the application, including EWSU account number and household income.
Applicants will receive an email verifying the application was received and whether the request was approved or denied.
Crane Army Chooses Vincennes University For Industrial Maintenance Training
VINCENNES, Ind., June 28, 2022 - Vincennes University’s Business & Industry Industrial Maintenance training program completed training for Crane Army Ammunition Activity (CAAA) employees on Monday, June 27.
The CAAA employees completed a five-day hands-on training course in Electrical Motor Control Systems. In the course, students study and apply industry-relevant skills, including how to operate, install, design, and troubleshoot AC electric motor control circuits for various applications.
“Industrial maintenance training is key to any manufacturing operation’s success. Companies of all sizes need employees who can identify issues before they happen and prevent electrical and mechanical issues from returning in the future,†VU Director of Industrial Maintenance Training Jerry Ruble said. “At VU, our training partners need in-house industrial maintenance technicians who know how to solve problems in-house to keep costs down and production high.â€
VU hosts industrial maintenance training courses throughout Indiana, including at its campuses and sites in Vincennes, Jasper, Fort Branch, Plainfield, and Lebanon.
According to CAA Training Officer Brett Carroll, “Developing people is an important part of Crane Army’s Modernization efforts. The Electrical Motor Control Workshop is one of many classes VU offers that helps expand the employees’ technical expertise and grow the Crane Army’s organizational capabilities. This investment in people translates into opportunities for Crane employees to advance their careers and for qualified Hoosiers to find quality employment at Crane, earning great salaries and excellent benefits while serving our nation as an Army Civilian. That’s a win-win for Crane Army, its customers, its employees, and our local communities.â€
Said VU Vice President of Workforce Development & Community Services David Tucker, “VU is very pleased to be able to partner with Crane on Industrial Maintenance training for Crane employees. Crane is a major employer in south-central Indiana, and VU is vested in the future success of Crane and its employees.â€
Since 2010, VU has offered hands-on training in industrial maintenance for companies across the Midwest. In addition to Crane Army, other partners include Amazon, Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Indiana (TMMI), Subaru, and Caterpillar.
For more information on Industrial Maintenance training with Vincennes University, contact VU Senior Director of Corporate Partnership Development Robert Hudson at robert.hudson@vinu.edu or 812-881-0966.
