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USI UPCOMING EVENTS

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Thanksgiving Break

The University of Southern Indiana will be closed from Wednesday, November 24 to Sunday, November 28 for Thanksgiving Break, and no classes will be held during this time. The University will reopen on Monday, November 29.

USI campus joins Dementia Friendly America Network

The University of Southern Indiana campus has officially joined the Dementia Friendly America® (DFA) network of Communities, joining the ranks of other universities nationwide that are leading efforts to be more dementia friendly.

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McCutchan Art Center/Pace Galleries to host two exhibitions, -RHIZA and the 2021 Senior Seminar Exhibition

The McCutchan Art Center/Pace Galleries is excited to present two exhibitions to complete the Fall Semester, -RHIZA, an installation of experimental works by alumna Katherine Watts, and the 2021 Senior Seminar Exhibition. The exhibition will be displayed from October 18 through December 10. Gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays.

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Lawrence Library to feature art, coins; collaborate with University of Evansville and Evansville Museum for 2021-22

The University of Southern Indiana John M. Lawrence ’73 Library will have four exhibits on display and open to the public for the 2021-22 Academic Year. The Lawrence Library exists to educate and inspire the members of the University community and the surrounding region through exhibition, research, and preservation of its collections of historical and artistic manuscripts and artifacts.

The Library is located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center on the USI campus. It is open to the public from 2 – 4:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more information, visit the Lawrence Library page on the USI website.

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INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PUBLIC NOTICES FOR VANDERBURGH AND WARRICK COUNTIES

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PUBLIC NOTICES FOR VANDERBURGH AND WARRICK COUNTIES

VANDERBURGH COUNTY PERMIT PUBLIC NOTICES

City of Evansville West Wastewater Treatment Plant

 Plant Draft Permit Public Notice [PDF]11/12/2021 – 12/13/2021YesPermit Number: IN0032956

 City of Evansville  East Wastewater Treatment Plant

Plant Draft Permit Public Notice [PDF]11/12/2021 – 12/13/2021YesPermit Number: IN0033073

Azteca MillingDraft Air Permits

(163-43849-00107 [PDF] and 163-43928-00107 [PDF]) for Public Notice10/14/2021 – 11/13/2021YesPermit Number: 163-43849-00107 and 163-43928-00107

 

WARRICK COUNTY PERMIT PUBLIC NOTICES

Mulzer Crushed Stone Inc. – Newburgh

Draft Permit Public Notice [PDF] 11/05/2021 – 12/06/2021YesPermit Number: IN0062839

E & B Paving, LLC

Draft Air Permit for Public Notice [PDF] 10/29/2021 – 11/28/2021YesPermit Number: F173-43557-05142Warrick Newco LLCFinal Permit Public Notice [PDF]11/05/2021 – 11/24/2021NoPermit Number: IN0001155

 BradQuality Coatings, Inc

.Draft Air Permit for Public Notice [PDF]

 

Todd Rokita Announces Expanded Parents’ Bill Of Rights

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Todd Rokita Announces Expanded Parents’ Bill Of Rights

Attorney General Todd Rokita today issued an expanded version of his office’s Parents’ Bill of Rights that contains, among other new information, a fresh section on parents’ rights involving medical decisions for their children. Labeled Parents’ Bill of Rights 2.0, it includes new information on:

  • How to file a civil rights claim if your student is being discriminated against;
  • How to better engage school boards and get documents;
  • How to become aware of your students’ medical rights;
  • How to run for school boards; and
  • How to opt out of your student’s curriculum.

“Hoosier parents statewide are embracing their God-given roles as primary providers of their children’s education and upbringing,” Attorney General Rokita said. “So many dedicated moms and dads responded with such appreciation to our Parents’ Bill of Rights when we first released it in June, and they raised many new questions and concerns that we are honored to help address in this Parents’ Bill of Rights 2.0.”

The newly released version contains new guidance on such issues as social-emotional learning, open access to educational records, opting out of curriculum, and filing civil rights complaints. This edition also provides a section on parents’ rights as it pertains to medical decisions for their children, including access to student health records, vaccination requirements, and educational accommodations.

Indiana standards should reflect a holistic approach that is balanced and representative of all viewpoints and consistent with the curriculum approved by the Indiana General Assembly. Standards reflecting various civic and moral instruction must be crafted in ways that reflect equality, inclusivity, and diversity, while not maligning parents, students, and educators.

“Many Indiana teachers are committed, passionate educators who would never contemplate using classroom time to indoctrinate students into specific political ideologies,” Attorney General Rokita said. “But parents have learned they must stay watchful, and they need to understand their legal rights to participate in the part of their children’s education that occurs outside the home, including in government schools.”

 

Aces Put Up Epic Battle In Gulf Coast Showcase Opener

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UE and Rice Play To Triple Overtime

 ESTERO, Fla. – In one of the most efficient games that you will ever see, Antoine Smith Jr. was a perfect 9-for-9 from the field on his way to a career-high 24 points in the opening game of the Gulf Coast Showcase on Monday at Hertz Arena.  Smith along with Jawaun Newton were the top performers for the University of Evansville men’s basketball team, who dropped a hard-fought triple overtime contest to Rice.

With the loss, UE (2-4) will take on the loser of today’s Oakland/Vermont game at 11 a.m. on Tuesday morning.  Smith’s performance included a 6-of-6 showing from 3-point range.  Newton had a career-high of his own in the game, finishing with 30 points in an effort that saw him go 12-of-25 from the field while tying for the team lead with 7 rebounds.  Evan Kuhlman and Noah Frederking also chipped in 7 boards.  Frederking finished with 16 points while Shamar Givance and Kuhlman scored 12 and 10, respectively.  Givance led the way with five assists.  Rice (4-1) was led by a 30-point, 12-rebounds game from Max Fieldder.

It was an unbelievable start for the Aces, who started the game 3-for-3 from outside with Antoine Smith Jr. and Noah Frederking draining triples to cap off a 9-2 start. Smith hit two in the early run before another at the 16:43 mark gave UE a 12-4 edge.

Rice scored five in a row to cut the deficit to a single point just over a minute later before Evansville countered with a 5-0 run of its own.  Following a second-chance basket by Evan Kuhlman, Jawaun Newton connected from downtown.  With the half nearing the midway point, UE took its first double digit lead of the day with none other than Antoine Smith Jr. getting it done.  His fourth outside make in four attempts made it a 26-16 game.

Evansville added four more to push the lead 14 points before the Owls chipped in over the final minutes.  Rice made it a 30-24 game with 5:15 on the clock before the Aces settled for a 39-29 lead at the half.  UE shot 51.7% overall and 46.7% (7/15) from outside in the opening period with Smith leading all players with 12 points.

After the Owls converted the first field goal of the second half, Smith improved his 3-point tally to 5-for-5 to put Evansville on top, 42-31.  UE’s advantage would be extended to 15 points with 14:13 left in the contest.  After a triple from Kuhlman, Jawaun Newton picked up three points the old-fashioned way to make it a 53-38 game.

The ensuing stretch belonged to Rice, who would hit their next five baskets to close the gap to four with the game entering the final 10 minutes.  Max Fiedler scored 11 in a row for Rice as they made it a 56-52 contest.  Noah Frederking drained his third trey to help UE get back on track, but the hot-shooting Owls continued a stretch of eight makes in a row to keep the Aces within two possessions.

While Rice was making its run, the Aces were putting up impressive numbers of their own, going 6-for-8 to hold a 63-57 edge with eight minutes remaining.  The next RU possession saw Travis Evee hit the 7th 3-pointer of the day for Rice to get them back within a possession for the first time since the first half.

With 1:13 on the clock, the comeback for Rice was complete when a 3-point play tied the game at 71-71.  In the final 20 minutes, the Aces retook a 4-point lead but Rice answered both times to knot the game at 75-75 to send the game to overtime.  Two free throws to open overtime gave Rice their first lead of the game at 77-75.

Givance found Smith under the basket as Evansville opened the OT period with a make to tie it up.  That would be the first of three ties in the extra session before Evansville was able to wrestle away an 82-81 lead inside the final minute with a free throw.  With 2.3 seconds left, the Owls made one of their two free throws to send the game into a second overtime.  The second extra period saw the Owls get right on the board with a 3-point play before taking a 5-point lead.  Newton put UE on the board with his eighth field goal.  With under three minutes on the clock and trialing by four, Evan Kuhlman knocked down his second triple to get his team within one at 88-87.

Rice once again pushed its lead to four points under the 2-minute mark, but it was Newton pulling off another 3-point play to make it a 1-point game at 92-91.  Following a bucket by the Owls, it was Smith grabbing an offensive board and adding the putback to get UE within one tally.  Each time the Aces got back in it, the Owls had the answer, but with 20 ticks showing on the clock, Noah Frederking was fouled on a 3-point attempt and connected on all three tries to tie it at 96-96 and send it into the first triple overtime game for UE since 2019 against Morgan State.

Just as they did in the second overtime, Rice registered the opening five points.  Frederking’s 16th point of the afternoon got UE on the board with 90 ticks left but on the other end, a triple by Rice was too much to overcome as the Owls finished with the 109-104 win.

 

“GRANTED” IS A WORTHY COMMUNITY BASED NON-PROFIT LOCATED IN EVANSVILLE/VANDERBURGH COUNTY

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“GRANTED” IS A WORTHY COMMUNITY BASED NON-PROFIT LOCATED IN EVANSVILLE/VANDERBURGH COUNTY

GRANTED is a community–based nonprofit located in Evansville, Indiana. Two local residents, Carl Wallace and Carolyn Pfaffmann in 1985 founded the organization with a mission to grant once-in-a-lifetime Wishes for local children aged 3 to 18 who have been diagnosed with life-threatening or terminal conditions. Serving a population of over one million people, we work to make Wishes come true for children residing in the areas of Southern Indiana, Southern Illinois, and Western Kentucky.

Formerly known as Wish Upon A Star, Granted saw its beginnings when Wallace and Pfaffmann joined forces to help Jamie Petty, a child who had been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. She had a dream of visiting Disney World so that she could meet Mickey Mouse, and thanks to the support and efforts of the Tri-State community, that Wish came true. Initially intending on giving away the remaining funds to an up-and-coming wish-granting organization, they ultimately decided to use the money for the gap in service that was brought to their attention, as Jamie was still sick and her family was still struggling in many ways. Thus our organization was born, dedicated to granting Wishes and then supporting the families long afterward through a variety of programs.

With plenty of love, perseverance, and careful stewardship, GRANTED has proudly thrived and continuously granted Wishes to families in need for more than three decades. In mid-2016, GRANTED was honored to be selected by the incredibly talented professionals from Evansville Design Group as their organization for the 2016-17 Design for Good project and were re-branded as Granted, donning a new look to go with their new name.

Although the brand has evolved throughout the years, its purpose remains the same; to serve our community by helping children in need by granting Wishes, and providing love and support to their families, and the leadership plans on continuing to do so for many more years to come

FOOTNOTE: If you like to donate to this most worthy community group please visit them at 4445 Commerce Street, Suite 108 | Evansville, Indiana 47710 or call them at  812-425-9474 | Fax: 812-200-5640.

 

 Indiana County, City & MSA Employment Report

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JOBS

 Indiana County, City & MSA Employment Report

INDIANAPOLIS (November 22, 2021) – SPECIAL NOTE: Indiana’s unemployment rate for September 2021, which stood at 4.0% when released on Oct. 22, has since been revised downward to 3.5% by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Indiana’s labor force participation rate for September also has been revised downward by BLS, from 63.0% to 62.9%.

BLS made the revision after discovering an immediate change needed to the unemployment rate model that affected the East North Central Region, which includes Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.

BLS said unemployment statistical models used to calculate labor force data have been greatly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Effective October 2021, BLS changed its approach to detecting and adjusting for outliers in monthly statewide data. The distortions made to January-August 2021 statewide labor force estimates will be modified during the annual benchmarking process in February 2022.

For more information from BLS, please click this link: https://www.bls.gov/lau/launews1.htm.


Links to October 2021 employment data for Indiana counties, cities and MSA’s are listed below:

Employment Report (LAUS)
Labor Force Estimates for U.S., Indiana, MSAs, Counties, Cities

Ranking of Indiana Counties by Unemployment Rate
Indiana County Map with Unemployment Rates

Jobs Report (CES)
Seasonally-Adjusted Employment Table for Indiana
Non-Seasonally-Adjusted Employment Table for Indiana

Detailed Employment Listing – Statewide & MSAs

EDITOR’S NOTE: Per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), sub-state level data are not seasonally adjusted due to sample size. For example, over the course of a year, the size of the labor force, employment and unemployment levels, and other measures of labor market undergo fluctuations due to seasonal events including changes in weather, harvests, major holidays, and school schedules. Therefore, for more accurate comparisons, data should be compared to the same month from prior years, not the previous month, as to better account for non-economic factors.

The November 2021 Indiana Employment Report will be released on Friday, December 17, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern)and the November 2021 Indiana County, City and MSA Employment Report will be released on Monday, December 20, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. (Eastern).

FARMERS DONATED 200,000 POUNDS OF POULTRY TO HOOSIERS THIS YEAR

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Director Bruce Kettler recognized the generosity of Indiana’s poultry producers at the 74th annual Indiana state poultry recognition event hosted at the Indiana Statehouse. Over the past year, Indiana poultry farmers have donated nearly 100 tons or 200,000 pounds of poultry products to Hoosiers in need.

“Indiana’s agriculture industry is making strong economic impacts across the state, nationally and across the globe and that is due in part to Hoosier poultry producers,” said Gov. Eric J. Holcomb. “As we enter the holiday season, let us all recognize the contributions Hoosier farmers make in ensuring our plates are full of a variety of nutritious foods, and, of course, all of our favorite seasonal treats.”

For decades, Indiana’s poultry producers have been working to address food insecurity in their local communities by providing protein to food banks across the state. Some of the main products that were donated over the course of this year include eggs, chicken, duck and turkey.

The strength of Indiana’s poultry sector was also recognized during the ceremony as Indiana is one of the top poultry producing states in the country. According to the USDA National Agriculture Statistics Service, Indiana ranks No. 1 in duck production, No. 2 in egg production, No. 4 in turkey production and is home to high quality broiler chicken production as well.

The poultry industry is a substantial economic driver for the state contributing more than $12 billion in total economic activity. Additionally, this sector employs more than 12,000 Hoosiers.

“Each year I look forward to celebrating and honoring the generosity of our Hoosier poultry producers,” Crouch said. “There is nothing more heartwarming than Hoosiers helping Hoosiers, especially around the holiday season.”

Indiana State Poultry Association (ISPA) members continually give back to their local communities throughout the year. According to ISPA president Becky Joniskan, over the last 12 months members have contributed over 7 million eggs to their local communities.

“This event is a testament to the character, generosity, and strength of our industry,” said Joniskan. “I am so grateful to work alongside such exceptional poultry farmers and processors who keep the wholesomeness of their products and their responsibilities to their communities top of mind.”

Today’s ceremony marks an annual tradition that dates back to the late 1940s. Organized by ISPA, one of the oldest poultry organizations in the nation, it was designed to recognize the strength of Indiana’s poultry industry, as well as the annual donations made by its members, who are responsible for more than 95% of the chicken, duck, turkey and eggs produced in Indiana.

BROADWAY SHOW CATS GIVES $5 DONATION PER TICKET SOLD TO VANDERBURGH HUMANE SOCIETY

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BROADWAY SHOW CATS GIVES $5 DONATION PER TICKET SOLD TO VANDERBURGH HUMANE SOCIETY

TICKETS ARE CURRENTLY ON SALE AT THE BOX OFFICE OR TICKETMASTER.COM

Evansville, IN – November 22, 2021 – Broadway in Evansville promoter, Nederlander National Markets and CATS tour partners have joined with Old National Events Plaza to offer a $5 give back to the Vanderburgh Humane Society for CATS tickets sold from November 19, 2021, through the show date on November 30, 2021.

“It is such a privilege to connect our amazing promotion and Broadway partners with the remarkable team and mission of the Vanderburgh Humane Society. We’re thrilled to have CATS as part of our Broadway in Evansville season lineup; it’s an incredible, classic production, and we are excited to continue to welcome guests ‘back to Broadway’,” notes Alexis Berggren, General Manager of The Plaza.

Those interested in purchasing a ticket in the coming days should use the code MEOW or the automatic ticket link. Tickets purchased with the code or link will generate a donation for the local animal rescue.

Ticket Information:

What:              CATS the Musical

When:             Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Where:            Old National Events Plaza, Aiken Theatre

Tickets:           Tickets start at $38.00 plus applicable fees and tax.

Use code MEOW at Tickemaster.com or follow this link https://bit.ly/3HDEgEm

Tickets are available at TicketMaster.com or at Old National Events Plaza Box Office.

For more information about the Aiken Theatre, visit: www.oldnationaleventsplaza.com

 About CATS

Audiences and critics alike are rediscovering this beloved musical with breathtaking music and stunning choreography. Winner of 7 Tony Awards® including BEST MUSICAL, CATS tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn.

The original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, original scenic and costume design by John Napier, all-new lighting design by Natasha Katz, all-new sound design by Mick Potter, new choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler based on the original choreography by Gillian Lynne and direction by Trevor Nunn make this production a new CATS for a new generation!

About Nederlander National Markets

Nederlander National Markets, a Nederlander Presentation based in Chicago, is one of the largest presenters of Broadway series and engagements across North America. Currently, they oversee subscription seasons in more than 20 cities throughout the country. Nederlander continues the tradition of operating historic theatres, producing and presenting the best in theatrical and concert events, and innovating new ways to engage future generations of theatergoers.

 About Old National Events Plaza

Old National Events Plaza, managed by ASM Global, is Evansville, Indiana’s premier convention center and largest live entertainment theatre. Housing a spacious 2,500-seat theatre, 38,000 square- feet of column free exhibit space, a beautiful 14,000 square-foot ballroom, and 12,00 square-feet of meeting space, Old National Events Plaza hosts a variety of events. The venue offers easy scheduling, one-stop-shop services, and in-house catering and audio-visual services. For more information and a complete schedule of events, please visit www.oldnationaleventsplaza.com.

About ASM Global

ASM Global is the world’s leading producer of entertainment experiences. It is the global leader in venue and event strategy and management – delivering locally tailored solutions and cutting-edge technologies to achieve maximum results for venue owners. The company’s elite venue network spans five continents, with a portfolio of more than 325 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibition centres, and performing arts venues. For more information, please visit www.asmglobal.com.

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