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Late rally gives Trailblazers extra-innings walk-off win over Lincoln Trail

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VINCENNES, Ind. – The Vincennes University Trailblazer baseball team bounced back strong after a tough conference weekend by picking up a walk-off win over NJCAA Division I Lincoln Trail College 5-4 Tuesday night in 10 innings.

The Statesmen got on the board early, scoring a run in the top of the first.

Vincennes responded in the second to even the game after a single by freshman Jordan Roth (Delphi, Ind.) and an RBI single by sophomore Josiah Sizemore (Cambridge City, Ind.).

Lincoln Trail came back in the third to score a pair of runs on back-to-back two-out bloop singles to take a 3-1 lead.

Lincoln Trail would add to their lead with a run in the fifth.

Vincennes began to rally back late when sophomore Colin Long (Evansville, Ind.) led off the eighth with a double. Long would later score on a wild pitch.

Vincennes loaded the bases in the eighth on three-straight walks by sophomore Dale Coy (Evansville, Ind.), Roth and freshman Kaden Elliott (New Albany, Ind.)

Freshman Colton Evans (Henderson, Ky.) entered the game as a pinch hitter and came through with a two-RBI double to score Coy and Roth, with Elliott, representing the go-ahead run, getting tagged out at the plate as Vincennes tied the game at 4-4.

The Trailblazers would get a runner on third in the ninth but were unable to bring the run in as the game was headed to extra innings.

Vincennes would end the top of the 10th on a double play to keep the game tied heading into the bottom of the inning.

In the bottom of the 10th, Vincennes completed their comeback on back-to-back-to-back singles by Coy, Roth and a walk-off single by Elliott to give the Trailblazers the 5-4 win.

“We battled and had guys step up,” VU Head Baseball Coach Chris Barney said. “Colton Evans stepped up with a big, bases loaded-two out double down the right field line. Then later in the game Kaden Elliott, hopefully this is going to get him back on track here. He had some really good at bats today, he hit the ball hard to center field for a lineout and then obviously, at the end of the game came up with the big hit.”

“Hats off to our guys and we took advantage of their mistakes and opportunities that they gave us with some walks,” Barney added. “We were able to execute on a bunt and do some things that allowed us to get a chance to win and then we stepped up and won.”

Senator Braun on End of “Federal Overreach” Mask Mandate for Transportation

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JASPER, IN — Senator Mike Braun released the following statement after a federal judge ruled against transportation mask mandates, leading to airlines, public transit, and private transportation companies like Lyft and Uber to drop their mask mandates.

“While I’m glad the federal mask mandate on airplanes is over, we have to remember this federal overreach was only ended by the courts, just like Biden’s vaccine mandate that jeopardized millions of jobs. If the White House had their way, these mandates would still be in effect.” – Senator Mike Braun

Senator Braun compared the to President Biden’s vaccine mandate for private businesses. Senator Braun led the opposition to the vaccine mandate in the U.S. Senate with a formal challenge that passed the Senate on a bipartisan vote and was noted as the most significant Congressional action regarding private vaccine mandates in the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down the unconstitutional mandate.

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Gov. Holcomb Announces Tax Refund On Its Way To All Hoosiers

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INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced today that Hoosiers should expect to begin receiving their promised $125 Automatic Taxpayer Refund in the coming weeks, resulting in a 12 percent cut in the average Hoosier’s annual income tax liability.

“I’m beyond thrilled that this spring and summer we are returning money back into the hands of Hoosier taxpayers, where it belongs,” Gov. Holcomb said. “Our conservative fiscal leadership and pro-growth policies make this tax refund possible for all Hoosier households.”

The Governor first announced in December that an estimated 4.3 million taxpayers will receive a $125 refund after they file their 2021 taxes. An estimated $545 million will be returned to Hoosiers. After the tax-filing deadline passes on April 18, the Department of Revenue in conjunction with the Auditor of State’s Office will begin issuing the refunds via direct deposit or by mailing a paper check.

Refunds will begin in May through direct deposit for residents who have filed their income taxes and provided their banking information on their return. Direct deposits are expected to continue through July.

Paper checks will be issued beginning in late July and continue through August, with the goal of completing the refund statewide by Sept. 1.

Residents do not need to take any action to receive the refund. The refund is in addition to and separate from any refund Hoosiers may receive after filing their 2021 state income tax returns.

Gov. Holcomb Announces $189 Million For Broadband Expansion

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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

Historic Investment Will Improve Internet Access At Home For 52,900 Locations

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced $189 million for 154 broadband infrastructure expansion projects across the state in the third round of the Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program.

“This record-setting investment in broadband is another game-changer for Hoosiers who now, more than ever, need affordable, reliable internet,” Gov. Holcomb said. “With this third round, we take giant steps in leveling the playing field for our residents regardless of where they choose to live, work or go to school.”

The Next Level Broadband Grant Program is the largest single state investment in broadband. In total, rounds one, two and three of the program have awarded $268 million for broadband infrastructure for more than 74,800 homes and commercial locations. When combined with private and local investment, over $580 million has been leveraged since 2018. Projects will have been completed in 83 of Indiana’s 92 counties through the three rounds of the awards. Click here for a map showing the coverage provided by all three rounds.

This third round of funding will provide broadband infrastructure to more than 52,900 homes and commercial locations in 80 counties. For example, 810 homes and 362 businesses or organizations in Cass and Fulton counties will gain broadband access with a $4 million grant to RTC Communications. In Franklin, Jefferson, Jennings, Ohio, Ripley and Switzerland counties, 292 homes and 18 businesses or organizations will gain access through a $1.5 million grant to Southeastern Indiana REMC. A list of the awards can be found here.

In addition to the $189 million awarded today, the 35 telecommunications providers and utility cooperatives contributed more than $239 million in matching funds, resulting in more than $429 million total investment for broadband in the third round.

The program allows broadband service providers and utility cooperatives to apply for up to $5 million to expand service to unserved areas if they provide at least a 20 percent match.

At Governor Holcomb’s request, Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch, along with the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, administers and oversees the program. OCRA will be working with service providers in the coming weeks on next steps in the grant process.

“Our Next Level Connections program continues to bridge the digital divide throughout our state,” Lt. Gov. Crouch said. “This investment will vastly grow economic opportunities in unserved areas and brings us closer to connecting all Hoosiers.”

Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program is part of Governor Holcomb’s $1 billion Next Level Connections infrastructure program, which accelerates the completion of major highway projects, expands access to rural broadband services, creates more nonstop flights and pursues the expansion of rail projects in northwest Indiana. After the initial $100 million dedicated to broadband expansion, Governor Holcomb worked with the General Assembly on an additional $250 million appropriation to continue the Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program.

Indiana State Police Seeks Recruits  for the Capitol Police Sections

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Indiana State Police Seeks Recruits 
for the Capitol Police Sections

The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section is accepting applications.  Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as a Capitol Police Officer may apply online at https://www.Capitol Police Career Opportunities.  This website provides a detailed synopsis of the application process and information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police Department.

Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm (EST) on Wednesday, June 8, 2022.

Basic Eligibility Requirements and consideration factors for a Capitol Police Officer:

  1. Must be a United States citizen.
  2. Must be at least 21 years of age when appointed as a police employee.(Graduation date is December 9, 2022)
  1. Must meet a minimum vision standard (corrected or uncorrected) of 20/50 acuity in each eye and 20/50 distant binocular acuity in both eyes.
  2. Must possess a valid driver’s license to operate an automobile.
  3. Must be a high school graduate as evidenced by a diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).

The academy begins on Monday, August 29, 2022. The starting salary for a Capitol Police Section Probationary Officer is $46,863.00 a year. The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section also offers an excellent health care plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage for both current and retired employees along with their families.  The State maintains short-term and long-term disability plans for full-time employees after six (6) months of continuous employment.  As an Indiana State Police Capitol Police Officer, you are automatically enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF).  The State will contribute to your retirement account.

Interested applicants can obtain additional information about a career as a Capitol Police Officer by visiting https://www.Capitol Police Career Opportunities or recruiting Sergeant Kocsis directly at akocsis@isp.in.gov and any Employment Services Section team member at isprecruiting@isp.in.gov.

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EPA Continue Progress in Cutting Super-Pollutants, Barring Illegal Imports

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Biden-Harris Administration continues with its swift implementation of the bipartisan American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act to phase down climate-damaging hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). HFCs are chemicals that are hundreds to thousands of times more powerful than carbon dioxide (CO2) at trapping heat in the atmosphere. Commonly used in refrigerators, air conditioners, foams, aerosols, and fire suppression, HFCs are being rapidly replaced by cleaner chemicals and more energy efficient technologies spurred by EPA’s actions, which are harnessing American manufacturers’ innovations.

EPA’s AIM Act implementation efforts are part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s whole-of-government approach to reduce climate pollution from HFCs while bolstering the competitiveness of American industries and creating good-paying union jobs. The Administration is taking coordinated steps to support American manufacturing of HFC alternatives, including by leveraging federal procurement power and investing in innovation and testing.

“Congress provided clear, bipartisan direction to aggressively phase down super-polluting HFCs, and the Biden-Harris Administration has stepped up to deliver a program that will ramp up more climate-friendly and energy efficient alternatives, save money, and stop illegal imports,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “This will help the United States to meet our ambitious climate goals while allowing American companies to lead the way with innovative technologies.”

The AIM Act is among the most significant environmental laws enacted by the U.S. Congress in recent years – co-sponsored and passed with strong, bipartisan support and backed by a broad coalition of industry and environmental groups. The law ushers in the use of more climate friendly and energy efficient alternatives that will save money while protecting the environment. American companies are at the forefront of developing HFC alternatives and the technologies that use them, and the AIM Act provides these companies additional opportunities to continue to innovate.

Under the AIM Act, EPA in January established the HFC Allowance Allocation and Trading Program that sets a comprehensive cap on HFCs and phases them down. The phasedown will reduce the consumption and production of HFCs by 85% by 2036, resulting in total emission reductions from 2022 to 2050 that are projected to be the equivalent of 4.6 billion metric tons of CO2 – nearly equal to three years of U.S. power sector emissions at 2019 levels. EPA is also developing a proposed rulemaking to address the methodology for how allowances are distributed in 2024 and later years, and held a stakeholder meeting last month with over 350 participants. In 2024, the HFC phasedown will take its next step and move to a 40% reduction below baseline levels. A global phasedown of HFCs is expected to avoid up to 0.5 °C of global warming by 2100.

 Get Your Spring Seasonal Snapshot Taken At EVPL 

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Evansville, IN, April 19, 2021 – The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library will offer an opportunity to capture memories with our Seasonal Snapshots program. 

Here is how it works: sign-up for a 15-minute photography session that will take place on our festive set. Each session can have up to 6 individuals. You will receive 3-5 digital photograph files. While an EVPL card is encouraged, it is not required for this program, and it is completely free. 

“We had great success with our first Seasonal Snapshots program,” EVPL CEO-Director Scott Kinney said. “We were honored to photograph many families this past winter and are looking forward to once again offering the opportunity to capture special memories for our community this spring.” 

This program will take place on two dates. Registration is required. 

Registration can be in-person at any EVPL location or by calling 812.428.8200. 

The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library has served our community for more than a century. With eight locations throughout Vanderburgh County, immediate access to hundreds of thousands of digital resources, and a dedicated team of library professionals, EVPL strives to create opportunities for you to discover, explore, and connect 

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