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Todd Rokita Announces The Formation Of A Nationwide Bipartisan Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force 

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 Todd Rokita Announces The Formation Of A Nationwide Bipartisan Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force 

After years of fighting intrusive robocalls, Attorney General Todd Rokita today announced Indiana as a leader of the nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force, which will include 50 attorneys general.

The task force will investigate and take legal action against the telecommunications companies responsible for bringing a majority of foreign robocalls into our country. This bipartisan national task force has one goal: to stop illegal robocalls. 

“Robocalls aren’t just a Hoosier problem. They are a nationwide problem,” Attorney General Rokita said. “That is why I am proud to lead my fellow attorneys general in the fight against these scammers and robocallers. If the telecom industry won’t police itself, this unprecedented task force will.”   

The new task force, led by Indiana, Ohio, and North Carolina attorneys general, has issued 20 civil investigative demands to 20 gateway providers and other entities allegedly responsible for most foreign robocall traffic. Gateway providers that bring foreign traffic into the U.S. telephone network have a responsibility to ensure the traffic is legal, but these providers are not taking sufficient action to stop robocall traffic. In many cases, they appear to be intentionally turning a blind eye in exchange for steady revenue. The task force will focus on the bad actors throughout the telecommunications industry to help reduce robocalls assault on Hoosiers.   

Attorney General Rokita is committed to stopping illegal and unwanted calls. According to the National Consumer Law Center and Electronic Privacy Information Center, over 33 million scam robocalls are made to Americans every day. These scam calls include Social Security Administration fraud targeting seniors, Amazon scams targeting consumers, and many other scams harassing all consumers, including some of our most vulnerable citizens. An estimated $29.8 billion dollars was stolen through scam calls in 2021. Most of this scam robocall traffic originates overseas.  

“I am a strong defender of our nation’s borders in every aspect,” Attorney General Rokita said. “This philosophy applies to foreign robocallers and scammers who also attack our country through telecommunication and attempt to take advantage of our people’s good nature.”   

The task force is focused on shutting down the providers that profit from this illegal scam traffic and refuse to take steps to otherwise mitigate these scam calls. The targeted entities are responsible for 60% of robocalls. 

Attorney General Rokita offers the following tips to avoid scams and unwanted calls: 

  • Be wary of callers who specifically ask you to pay by gift card, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency. For example, the Internal Revenue Service does not accept iTunes gift cards. 
  • Look out for prerecorded calls from imposters posing as government agencies. Typically, the Social Security Administration does not make phone calls to individuals. 
  • If you suspect fraudulent activity, immediately hang up and do not provide any personal information. 
  • Contact our Consumer Protection Division at 1-888-834-9969 or donotcall@atg.in.gov.  
  • Add your number to Indiana Do Not Call List
  • File a Do Not Call or Text complaint here. 

 

 

 

 

MARTHA MAE LANGERAK ADVISE YOU TO “BE KIND-NO CRINKLES”

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“BE KIND-NO CRINKLES”

by Joe Langerak

AUGUST 3, 2022

My daughter, Martha Mae, is 11. We have a close relationship and she is without a doubt a “daddy’s girl.” When we see each other after I return from work she always greets me with a big smile and a warm hug. It’s a highlight for me each day. She is very bright and especially keen on picking up on my mood– she can tell how things are going with me. Oh yeah, she also happens to have Down Syndrome.

A few months ago, I was having a really tough day. I was stressed and anxious. I always give Martha Mae a hug and a kiss before she goes to sleep. That night, I bent over her bed to tuck her in, and give her a hug and kiss, but before I could she put both hands on my face, looked me dead in the eyes, and said “Be Kind- No Crinkles.”  As she said, “No Crinkles,” she pointed to my forehead in between my eyebrows. She then kissed me, and I left her room. I melted. She knew, she somehow knew I was having a rough day and she was reminding me to simply be kind to all, and don’t get too frustrated, daddy. I asked my wife Julia about it and neither of us had seen it before and had no idea where it came from. She has done this every single night since it started, unprompted. I adore it.

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I hadn’t really told anyone about this beyond family, but in passing I told my friend and future partner Mike “Gabo” Gabovitch during dinner a few weeks back. He appreciated the story and I thought nothing else of it. Well, on July 5, when he and I celebrated our firm’s merging, he made the most wonderful toast during dinner. In part of it, he brought up Martha Mae and her phrase – “Be Kind, No Crinkles.” He went on to tell me how he and many folks at his former firm – Katz Korin Cunningham – had embraced the mantra and how it touched them. He then presented me and the other 13 dinner guests with a rambler cup with “Be Kind-No Crinkles”. – Martha Langerak” written on it. At this point, I was trying to hold my composure during dinner because someone saw the wisdom in my 11-year-old daughter that I thought only my family sees, and then they shared that wisdom with others in their law firm. I will never forget the kindness of Gabo’s words that night, and his gesture.

When I reflect on that dinner, and what Gabo said, I realize what Martha is saying is so very wise, and so needed right now, and others outside my family should take note of her wisdom. We are coming out of a pandemic that has impacted us all, our country is divided on too many issues to count, and horrific displays of mass violence seem more prevalent than ever. But, as we carry on in our professional and personal lives, I suggest we take to heart the words of an 11-year-old from Evansville, Indiana who just happens to have Down Syndrome, named Martha Mae, because I think she is on to something.

Be Kind-No Crinkles!

 

UE Department of Art Hosting Ceramics Sale

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The University of Evansville (UE) Department of Art will host a ceramics summer workshop sale on Saturday, August 6. The one-day sale will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on the south lawn of Koch Center for Engineering and Science, located at the front of campus off Lincoln Avenue.

Hand-crafted ceramics will be on display and available for purchase. The public is invited to attend and support both local artists and the UE Department of Art. Prices range from $20-300. Parking will be available in the front oval lot or behind Koch Center.

For more information, or if you have questions, please contact art@evansville.edu.

Students at the University of Evansville shape powerful and enduring change. UE is the first in Indiana to be designated as an Ashoka U Changemaker Campus, and its changemaking culture empowers students to improve the world around them as UE Changemakers. UE has an array of majors in business; engineering; the arts and sciences; and health science programs. For more information, please visit evansville.edu.

 

Indiana Grown Marketplace Allows You To Shop Local At The Indiana State Fair

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The Indiana State Fair is in full swing at the Indiana State Fairgrounds and Event Center. The multi-week event has many more days of operation left and plenty of opportunities to shop local at the Indiana Grown Marketplace in the Agriculture/Horticulture Building.

“Like many Hoosiers, I enjoy shopping local in support of Hoosier farmers and small businesses,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch. “That is why the Indiana Grown Marketplace is one of my first and favorite stops at the Indiana State Fair. It is always fun to see what is new each year.”

Shoppers can be immersed in a storefront solely featuring Indiana grown, processed, packaged or produced products. In addition to shopping, the store also features educational displays, product sampling and demonstrations from artisans showcasing their craft.

The Indiana Grown Marketplace at the state fair boasts more than 80 vendors and contains nearly 500 unique products, including hand crafted sauces, salsa, drink mixes, popcorn, spices and more. Shoppers can also find ready-to-eat products like cured meats, chocolates and candies. Does the August heat have you down? Stop at the Indiana Grown store for cold local root beer or bottled tea. There are also a variety of artisan made products you can use daily such as, wool dryer balls, yarn, skincare regimes, hand poured candles and more.

“The Indiana Grown Marketplace at the Indiana State Fair is an incredible opportunity for our members to market their products and for consumers wanting to support Hoosier businesses,” said Bruce Kettler, director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. “I encourage everyone to stop by and support local businesses on their Indiana State Fair visit. There is truly something for everyone.”

There is plenty of time left to shop and explore at the Indiana Grown Marketplace at the great Indiana State Fair. The Indiana State Fair runs until Aug. 21 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays) and the Agriculture/Horticulture building, where the Indiana Grown Marketplace is located, is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

USI Welcomes Leinenbach To Athletic Communications Staff

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USI Welcomes Leinenbach To Athletic Communications Staff

AUGUST 3, 2022

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana announced the hiring of Preston Leinenbach as an addition to the athletic communications staff. Leinenbach will be the Assistant Director of Athletic Communications, serving as the primary contact for USI Women’s Soccer, Women’s Basketball, and Softball.

“I’m thrilled to get this opportunity and be a part of something special at USI,” Leinenbach said. “I’m ready to get the ball rolling during this exciting time as USI Athletics makes its transition to Division I this year.”

“I’m eager to see what lies ahead, building on the long tradition of USI Athletics. I look forward to developing relationships with the rest of the USI personnel, having fans fill the venues, and seeing the teams and student-athletics be successful.”

Leinenbach, who is an Evansville, Indiana native, comes to USI after spending five seasons in the front office of the Evansville Otters baseball club at Bosse Field. He was a media relations intern in 2017 before becoming the director of communications in 2018 for the local franchise, which plays in the professional independent Frontier League.

With the Otters, Leinenbach managed the Otters Digital Network and broadcast feeds, while also publishing to the team’s social media platforms and website. Along with his multimedia and production work, he handled the team’s media relations and assisted with baseball operations.

Additionally, Leinenbach managed media advertising strategies and gameday press box operations.

In 2021, the Otters unveiled a new logo, branding marks, and website under Leinenbach’s leadership.

Leinenbach has also worked in Evansville’s sports scene doing broadcasting and announcing in previous years with the University of Southern Indiana and the University of Evansville.

Leinenbach graduated from Evansville North High School and received a bachelor’s degree in sports communication from the University of Evansville in 2017.

Vincennes University’s Project ASPIREE Grant Renewed

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Vincennes University’s Project ASPIREE Grant Renewed

The federally-funded program helps youths pursue postsecondary education
VINCENNES, Ind., August 2, 2022 -  The Project ASPIREE (Achieving Success through Participation In Reaching Educational Excellence) program sponsored by Vincennes University has secured a renewal grant that will provide $328,413 this year to underrepresented students who have the potential to succeed in higher education.

Project ASPIREE identifies and assists individuals from income-eligible backgrounds or potential first-generation students. It is a federally funded TRIO Talent Search Program supported by the Department of Education. VU’s program is funded for a five-year cycle with annual renewals.

“I attended a campus visit and a leadership conference with Project ASPIREE, and I realized during the conference all of the people I have supporting me,” 2021 Shoals High School graduate Brooke Dobson. “I was impacted and realized I have big dreams and leadership skills. I learned I can reach those. I would encourage everyone to participate in Project ASPIREE. What I learned will guide me to a great future.“

Project ASPIREE offers students ACT/SAT fee waivers, SAT/ACT prep, test registration assistance, college application fee waivers, assistance with filling out college applications, cultural/educational activities, general financial literacy, college exploration/campus visits, academic advising/course selection, scholarship/financial aid information/assistance with filling out FAFSA, career exploration, goal setting, educational and cultural field trips, notification of tutoring opportunities or tutoring, study skills, instruction in time management and organization, and personal counseling. Workshops are also offered to students and their families.

“Project ASPIREE prepared for me multiple opportunities to go visit colleges,” 2022 North Central High School graduate Jaden Hege said. “It has helped me to learn about my future and career. Project ASPIREE has given me knowledge for my future and knowledge for my college and my career.”

Middle school and high school students in Daviess, Martin, and Sullivan counties in Indiana and Lawrence County in Illinois interested in academic, personal, career, and financial counseling are encouraged to apply for Project ASPIREE.

Project ASPIREE currently serves nearly 600 students attending North Central Jr/Sr High School, Barr-Reeve Middle/High School, Dugger Union Junior/Senior High School, Shoals High School, Shoals Middle School, Loogootee Middle School, Loogootee High School, all in Indiana; and Lawrenceville High School and Parkview Junior High School in Illinois.

According to Project ASPIREE Director Kim Fields, “Project ASPIREE staff work together as a team to provide services to income-eligible and first-generation college students at our member middle and high schools. We are proud of the work we do assisting students and their families with exploring career and postsecondary opportunities related to career interests. We help them find ways of making their dreams come true.”

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Commission to Combat Substance Use Disorder Meets Thursday

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Mandatory Credit: Photo by Darron Cummings/AP/Shutterstock (11717541e) Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb delivers his State of the State address virtually, in Indianapolis State of the State, Indianapolis, United States - 19 Jan 2021

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Commission to Combat Substance Use Disorder will meet Thursday at the Indiana State Library, History Reference Room 211. At the meeting, Executive Director for Drug Prevention, Treatment and Enforcement Douglas Huntsinger and other commission members will discuss continued efforts related to the drug crisis. A complete meeting agenda can be found here.

WHAT:
Indiana Commission to Combat Substance Use Disorder

WHO:
Douglas Huntsinger, Executive Director for Drug Prevention, Treatment and Enforcement
Members of the Commission to Combat Drug Abuse

WHEN:
Thursday, August 4, 2022
10 a.m. EST

WHERE:
Indiana State Library, History Reference Room 211
315 W. Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204

LIVESTREAM LINK: https://www.in.gov/recovery/about/commission/

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