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 28th Annual “Ritzy’s Fantasy Of Lights” Will Shine In Garvin Park Through Jan. 1, 2022

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 28th Annual “Ritzy’s Fantasy Of Lights” Will Shine In Garvin Park Through Jan. 1, 2022.

The “magical mile of holiday lights” brings the community a welcome holiday tradition

while raising essential funds for the Easterseals Rehabilitation Center.

 Ritzy’s Fantasy of Lights will be open nightly from Thanksgiving through Jan. 1, 5-9 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays and 5-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The show, which raises crucial funds for the Easterseals Rehabilitation Center, will again feature the popular and naturally socially distanced drive-through format.

Touchless ticketing is still an option for visitors in 2021! Tickets can be purchased online atbidpal.net/ritzysfol21 in advance and during this year’s event. Tickets are also available in advance from any Ritzy’s restaurant location in Evansville. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of this online option although cash will still be accepted at the gate.

Admission per vehicle remains the same affordable price: Up to 6 people $7; 7-14 people $10; 15 or more people $25. For discounted pricing on quantities of 50 tickets or more, contact Carolyn Franklin, Director of Special Events, 812.437.2607 or cfranklin@evansvillerehab.com.

Five new displays have been added for a total of 70 holiday scenes that are spaced throughout Evansville’s Garvin Park. And this year, ALL of the displays have been transformed with brighter, more energy-efficient LED light bulbs.

Horse-drawn carriage rides will be available nightly, weather permitting. Carriage rides are cash only, paid at the time of arrival and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not required or accepted. Masks are strongly encouraged and all carriage riders are asked to bring their own blankets if they would like one during their ride.  For other details on carriage rides, call Horseshoe Bend Carriage Co. at 812.449.6321. Every effort will be made to post on the Easterseals Rehabilitation Center’s Facebook page in advance of 5PM if the carriage rides will not be available due to weather.

Bright Lights 5K/1-mile community walk returns this year on Wednesday, Dec. 1. Race and registration information can be found at https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Evansville/BrightLights5K.

The Polar Bear Express will also return this year on Tuesdays leading up to Christmas! Sponsored by Jim Back, CFP, Edward Jones, the Polar Bear Express is $5 per person and allows riders to experience Ritzy’s Fantasy of Lights with Santa as he tells stories about the displays.

More details on Ritzy’s Fantasy of Lights are available at bidpal.net/ritzysfol21, or EastersealsRehabCenter.com and EastersealsRehabCtr on social media.

FOOTNOTE: Major sponsors are Ritzy’s, IBEW Local 16, NECA, Teamsters Local 215, Electrical JATC, International Union of Painters & Allied Trades (IUPAT) DC 91, Kenny Kent Chevrolet, ABC 25 / CW 7, Evansville Living, Tools 4 Teaching, 104.1 WIKY, HOT96, 93.5 The Lloyd, and 107.5 WABX. Special thanks to the Evansville Department of Parks & Recreation for their continued support of Ritzy’s Fantasy of Lights in Garvin Park.

 

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THUNDERBOLTS TRAVEL TO MACON THIS WEEKEND 

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Evansville, Ind: After splitting the past weekend’s games against the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs on Ford Center ice, the Thunderbolts hit the road for their first and only trip to Macon, Georgia to take on the Macon Mayhem this Friday and Saturday.

Week In Review: 

            On Friday night, Scott Kirton scored first to give Evansville an early lead, however Roanoke went on to score four unanswered goals to take a 4-1 lead in the third period.  Zane Jones scored late to make it a 4-2 game, but that would be as close as Evansville came, losing the first game of the weekend series.  On Saturday, Evansville responded with a stronger effort, once again scoring first, this time with Timothy Faulkner’s first professional goal.  Charles Barber extended the lead to 2-0 in the second period, and the Thunderbolts held on to win 2-1, with Kai Edmonds stopping 27 of 28 shots in his first professional victory.

  The Week Ahead: 

            The Thunderbolts will be in Macon to take on the Mayhem this Friday and Saturday night.  Faceoff will be 6:30pm CT on Friday, and 5:30pm CT on Saturday.  Both games can be viewed on SPHL TV with a subscription through HockeyTV, or can be listened to for free through the Thunderbolts Radio Network; at EvansvilleThunderbolts.com/Fan-Center/Listen , or on the Thunderbolts MixLr Channel.

Scouting the Opponent: 

  1. Macon Mayhem: 
    • Record: 0-10-1, 1 Points, 11th Place
    • Leading Goal Scorer: Scott Coash (3 Goals)
    • Leading Point Scorer: Scott Coash (5 Points)
    • Primary Goaltender: Dillon Kelley (0-5-0, .910 Save %)
    • Thunderbolts 21-22 Record vs MAC: 0-0-0The Mayhem lost both games last weekend in Fayetteville against the Marksmen, starting with a 5-2 loss on Friday night. Down 3-0, Chase DiBari scored in the first period to make it 3-1, and Joseph Drapluk scored for Macon in the third period. Saturday’s 6-2 loss saw goals from Scott Coash and Devin Brink in a close first period that saw the Mayhem only trail 3-2, but the game took a nasty turn, with several fights and game misconducts on both sides.  Macon’s closest game of the past week was on Wednesday in Pensacola, only losing 6-4.  Brendan Hussey scored in the first period to tie a 1-0 deficit. Down 4-1 in the third, Kyle Soper scored twice, and Brink also found the back of the net, outscoring Pensacola in the period but unable to fully close the gap.

      Call-up Report 

       

      – Kyle Thacker (Cincinnati Cyclones – ECHL) 

      – Games Played: 8 (5 with Iowa Heartlanders, 3 with Cincinnati) 

      – 1 Goal, 0 Assists, 1 Point, 4 PIM

      Cooper Jones (Idaho Steelheads – ECHL) 

                              – Games Played: 4 (1 with Jacksonville IceMen, 3 with Idaho) 

      – 0 Goals, 1 Assist, 1 Point, 0 PIM

       

                  – Cole Stallard (Iowa Heartlanders – ECHL) 

      – Games Played: 7

      – 1 Goals, 1 Assists, 2 Points, 8 PIM

      Transactions:  

      Wed. 11/24: Chase Carter placed on 21-day Injured Reserve

      Wed. 11/24: Ray Pigozzi signed to contract

      The Thunderbolts are currently competing in their fifth season in the SPHL (Southern Professional Hockey League).  Season tickets are less than $9 per game.  To order your tickets for this season, call 812-422-BOLT(2658).

Vincennes University Partners With Yancheng Polytechnic College Technology Bachelor’s Degree

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Vincennes University Partners With Yancheng Polytechnic College Technology Bachelor’s Degree
VINCENNES, Ind., November 23, 2021 – Vincennes University has strengthened its commitment to international education by entering into a new transfer partnership with Yancheng Polytechnic College in Yancheng, Jiangsu, China.
Through the agreement, Yancheng Polytechnic College graduates can transfer to VU and earn a Bachelor of Science in Technology.
VU and YCPC leaders signed an articulation agreement during a virtual ceremony via Zoom on Nov. 18. The signing took place during International Education Week, which celebrated the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide from Nov. 15-19.
According to VU President Dr. Chuck Johnson, “Vincennes University is excited and honored to partner with Yancheng Polytechnic College. This agreement is the culmination of years of relationship building, shared values, and the mutual respect between our two institutions. So I am especially pleased that we are able to continue moving ahead together to build this partnership, despite the pandemic. Through this agreement, YCPC students will have an extraordinary opportunity to continue their education through a baccalaureate degree with VU. This agreement also builds on VU’s existing partnerships and relationships in Yancheng, elsewhere in Jiangsu Province, and China.”
Throughout the world, technology jobs are in high demand.
The VU Bachelor of Science Technology degree prepares students with the knowledge and skills they need for well-paying careers. Students develop enhanced skills in many technical areas, learn of research advancements in various technologies, and utilize modern technical applications. They also gain or enhance skills in ethics, leadership and supervision, quality management, problem-solving, and communication.
Graduates of VU’s technology degree program will find employment opportunities in career fields that utilize project management and control; industrial applications including manufacturing; technical supervision; leadership and management; training and development; and other advanced technical specializations.
Students who have graduated from VU with a bachelor’s degree in Technology have gone on to careers at Toyota; Marathon Oil; Cummins; John Deere; Land of Lakes Agriculture; Kimball International; Naval Surface Warfare Division, Crane Division; and more.
Additionally, many graduating bachelor’s degree students choose to earn graduate degrees at other higher education institutions in Indiana and beyond.
“VU values the partnerships we have with our international institutions,” Assistant Provost for Curriculum and Instruction Rick Kribs said. “VU has laid the groundwork, and Yancheng Polytechnic College students will have a seamless transfer pathway to VU. They will have access to high-quality educational opportunities that lead to in-demand careers and rewarding jobs.”
VU and Yancheng Polytechnic College have an established history of collaboration.
YCPC representatives have hosted Johnson in China on three occasions. In 2018, VU welcomed a Yancheng Polytechnic College delegation to the Vincennes Campus for a four-day Cooperation Conference. During the conference, they signed an agreement committing their respective institutions to foster cooperation in the areas of education and research. VU was committed to hosting a YCPC delegation again. However, the visit was canceled due to the global pandemic.
“The partnership between Yancheng Polytechnic College and Vincennes University is a testament to the dedication of Vincennes University to provide educational opportunities for students around the world,” VU College of Technology Dean Ty Freed said. “Vincennes University and the College of Technology look forward to meeting our new students and building strong relationships into the future.”
The U.S. Departments of State and Education recently expressed a “renewed U.S. commitment to international education” and the benefits of global academic engagement.
The statement noted students, researchers, scholars, and educators benefit when they engage with peers from around the world, whether overseas or through international education at home, and that all Americans need to be equipped with global and cultural competencies to navigate the ever-changing landscapes of education, international business, scientific discovery and innovation, and the global economy.

Deer Hunting Continues Into January

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Multiple deer hunting seasons are ongoing or will be starting soon. Firearms season ends on Nov. 28, and archery season lasts until Jan. 2, 2022. Muzzleloader season for deer hunting is open Dec. 4-19 and deer reduction zone season runs through Jan. 31, 2022. Remember to stay aware of your surroundings and wear hunter orange if you plan to enter areas where hunters may be present.

Questions about deer seasons and regulations can be directed to the Deer Hotline by email at INDeerHotline@dnr.IN.gov or by phone at 812-334-3795, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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Eagles Win “Battle For The Bridge” In Overtime

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OWENSBORO, Ky. – University of Southern Indiana Men’s Basketball needed extra time in the Sports Center to bring home the “Battle of the Bridge” trophy by defeating Kentucky Wesleyan College, 85-80, Wednesday evening in Owensboro, Kentucky. USI, ranked 17th nationally in the D2SIDA Top 25 poll, goes to 2-1, while KWC falls to 3-2.

The Screaming Eagles traded leads with the Panthers through the first six minutes of the contest until they took their largest lead of the half, 18-10, at 11:04 after a 9-0 run. KWC returned the favor with a 13-5 surge to knot the contest at 23-23 with 7:27 left before the break.

The Panthers would continue the run until they built a 37-30 margin for their largest lead of the half. USI would close the gap in the final minutes before halftime, but still trailed, 42-36.

Junior guard Jelani Simmons (Columbus, Ohio) led the Eagles during the opening 20 minutes with 10 points.

In the second half, USI continued to trail and found itself down eight, 57-49, midway through the final 20 minutes. The Eagles’ offense launched a 13-4 run to regain the lead, 62-61, when junior forward Jacob Polakovich (Grand Rapids, Michigan) dropped in a lay-up with 2:49 left.

USI and KWC traded buckets for the final two minutes of regulation with neither gaining the advantage as the contest when to overtime.

In the extra period, USI outscored KWC, 16-11, as the Eagle outlasted the Panthers for the victory. Senior guard Mateo Rivera (Indianapolis, Indiana) gave the Eagles the lead for good with a three-point bomb to make the score 74-71 with 2:56 remaining in overtime and led the Eagles with five points in overitime.

Rivera led the Eagles overall with 16 points, hitting five-of-eight from the field, three-of-four from long range, and three-of-four from the stripe. Simmons followed with 15 points, adding five points in the second half.

Sophomore guard Tyler Henry (Brooklyn, New York) and freshman guard Isaiah Swope (Newburgh, Indiana) dropped in 12 points and 11 points, respectively, to round out the double-figure scorers.

COMING UP FOR USI:
USI returns to the friendly surroundings of Screaming Eagles Arena Monday to open the 2021-22 Great Lakes Valley Conference season versus the University of Indianapolis. Tipoff is slated for 7:30 p.m., following the USI Women’s Basketball game at 5:30 p.m.

The Eagles hold a 59-25 all-time series lead over the Greyhounds of the University of Indianapolis, dating back to the 1972-73 season. USI won last season’s match-up 80-75 at Screaming Eagles Arena and five of the last five match-ups.

UIndy is 3-2 to start the 2021-22 campaign after completing a sweep in the UIndy Thanksgiving Classic Tuesday and Wednesday. The Greyhounds posted a 90-41 win over Ohio Valley University Tuesday and a 91-85 win versus Northwood University Wednesday afternoon.

USI IN THE NATIONAL RANKINGS:

Volleyball set to open MVC Championship on Thursday

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UE opens as the #5 seed

 

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – For the second time in three years, the University of Evansville has advanced to the Missouri Valley Conference Championship where they open against Valparaiso on Thursday in Normal, Ill.  The 3:30 p.m. match will be available to watch on ESPN+.

 

A Little History

– This year marks the sixth time the Purple Aces have advanced to the conference tournament

– In its five previous appearances (1998, 2000, 2006, 2008 and 2019), the Aces are 1-5 with the victory coming in 2000 against Creighton

– Evansville has been the sixth seed in four of its previous five appearances…the Aces were seeded #5 in 2000 when they defeated the Bluejays

 

Last Time Out

– Regular season action came to a close last weekend when the Purple Aces traveled to Southern Illinois and Missouri State

– After defeating SIU by a 3-0 final on Friday, UE dropped the regular season finale on Saturday at MSU by a 3-1 final

– Alondra Vazquez led UE in kills in both matches with 14 versus the Salukis and 18 on Saturday

– Blakeley Freeman set her career high with 19 digs against the Bears

– Giulia Cardona recorded 13 kills, 4 digs and 2 aces to begin the weekend before posting 16 kills and 9 digs to go along with a pair of aces in the regular season finale

 

Scholar-Athlete

– Senior Cecilia Thon has accumulated a 3.96 GPA as an International Studies major and was recognized on Tuesday as a member of the MVC Scholar-Athlete Honorable Mention Team

– Thon was one of UE’s top servers this fall, averaging 0.24 pe set, which was tied for 21st in the conference

 

Top Five

– Alondra Vazquez continues to add to her kill total and currently stands with 1,367 in her Aces career

– She moved into the fifth spot in the final weekend of the regular season, surpassing Ashley Ring’s total of 1,338

– Her next jump will be into the #4 spot, which is currently held by Lisa Sampson with 1,437

– Vazquez also moved into the top ten in career digs with 1,224…9th place is Sarah McClellan with 1,279

 

Still Going Strong

– Over the last 40 sets of work, freshman Giulia Cardona has recorded a total of 25 service aces, an average of 0.625 per set

– Her season average has risen to 0.50 per set, which leads the MVC, ranks 16th in the nation and leads all freshmen nationally

– She is currently on an offensive streak that has seen her record at least 12 kills in each of the last 16 matches while raising her season average to 3.90 per set

– Aside from leading the Valley in aces, she is second in points per set (4.56) and third with her kill average

 

Finishing Strong

– Freshman Blakeley Freeman heeded the call when her team needed it at UNI

– With libero Rachel Basinski having to leave the match, Freeman came in and contributed 8 digs in the UE programs first-ever road win at UNI

– Back in the starting lineup at Drake, Freeman contributed 13 digs, 6 assists and a pair of service aces before totaling 9 digs and 3 helpers in the win over Indiana State

– The regular season finale at Missouri State saw her set a new career mark with 19 digs to lift her average to 2.59/set, which is second on the team

 

USI Women’s hoops ride hot start to upset Ashland, 63-58

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EVANSVILLE, Ind.—University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball used a dominating performance in the paint Wednesday afternoon to upset No. 6 Ashland University, 63-58, in a Midwest Region contest at Screaming Eagles Arena.

The Screaming Eagles’ post players combined to go a blistering 17-of-25 (.680) from the field and USI outscored Ashland, 42-24, inside the paint to earn the victory.

Senior forward Ashlynn Brown (Perrysburg, Ohio) scored nine points in the first period and 13 at the intermission as USI rolled out leads of 17-8 after 10 minutes of play and 35-23 at the intermission.

Ashland (3-1) was able to cut USI’s lead to a single point midway through the second quarter, but the Screaming Eagles held the Ashland Eagles to 0-of-4 from the field while forcing three turnovers in an 11-0 run that sent USI into the locker room with a lot of momentum.

USI (4-1), which shot 62.5 percent (15-24) in the first 20 minutes, came out of the break and continued to poor on the pressure as it extended its advantage to 17 points with less than two minutes to play in the third period. The Screaming Eagles went 9-of-13 (.692) from the field during an eight-minute stretch of the third quarter that saw USI extend its advantage to 53-36.

Ashland, however, fought back with five straight points to end the period with USI holding onto a 53-41 lead. USI’s lead continued to slip away in the fourth quarter as Ashland followed a basket by fifth-year senior guard Emma DeHart(Indianapolis, Indiana) with a 6-0 run to cut USI’s lead to just four points with 3:30 to play in the contest.

The Screaming Eagles were held to just two points from the final minute of the third quarter until a layup by junior forward Hannah Haithcock (Washington Courthouse, Ohio) put the Eagles up 57-51 with three minutes to play.

Neither team could get on the scoreboard throughout the next minute-and-a-half, but a layup by Ashland’s Hayley Smith, once again, cut USI’s advantage to just four points.

Following a missed USI three-pointer, Ashland had a chance to get even closer, but an offensive foul on Smith, who finished with 11 points, put possession back into USI’s favor in the finals 50 seconds of regulation.

USI milked the clock in its next possession and, following a pair of offensive rebounds, the Eagles were able to seal the victory at the free throw line as DeHart and junior guard Tori Handley combined to go 6-for-6 from the stripe in the final 23 seconds.

DeHart matched Brown with a team-high 13 points, while Haithcock added 10 points. Sophomore forward Meredith Raley(Haubstadt, Indiana) contributed 10 points and a game-high eight rebounds for USI, which shot 48.1 percent (26-54) from the field.

Ashland was led by Hallie Heidemann, who finished with 26 points and three steals.

The Screaming Eagles return to action Monday at 5:30 p.m. when they host the University of Indianapolis at Screaming Eagles Arena to open Great Lakes Valley Conference play. USI also visits the University of Illinois Springfield next Thursday before returning to non-conference play for the remainder of the calendar year.