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“PEACE ZONE” IS EMPOWERING THOSE LIVING WITH MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES

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“PEACE ZONE” IS EMPOWERING THOSE LIVING WITH MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES

“Peace Zone” is located at 410 Mulberry Street in Evansville and was founded in 2012 by Beth Barchet and Rick Paul of Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. with the vision of empowering those living with mental health issues through a welcoming peer-run recovery center that is open to the public.

In addition to mental health, Peace Zone also offers services to those with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues. After receiving a grant from the state of Indiana (through the Division of Mental Health and Addiction), Peace Zone first opened its doors on February 28th, 2013, as the first in the state to be associated with a mental health center. With over 1200 visits in its first four months of operation, Peace Zone was a success!

As a peer-run organization, meaning that individuals in recovery are active in running the organization, the Peer Advisory Council helps provide direction and leadership for the day-to-day operations and the Board of Directors providers financial and strategic oversight to keep procedures running smoothly. Although each individual person’s story and recovery process is unique, members can find comfort in knowing that they are not traveling the road alone and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Peace Zone offers community education and outreach, daily support groups, Wellness Recovery Action Planning courses (WRAP), arts empowerment with a weekly Art Buddies group, and peer mentoring. Certified Recovery Specialist and Peer Wellness Outreach Coordinator, Michelle Krack, makes weekly visits to Southwestern Behavioral’s Stepping Stone, Deaconess CrossPointe, St. Vincent, the mental health court program, and the Evansville State Hospital to tell her inspiring recovery story and provide information about Peace Zone to the public.

Certified Recovery Specialists, including Lisa Cheatem, facilitate routine conversations and guidance to peers in need of recovery support. According to Program Coordinator and Office Manager, Evan Plock, the ever-present goal of Peace Zone is to help individuals achieve their full potential in their recovery journey, to provide a welcoming sense of community, to inspire members to participate in recovery programs and to educate the public and decrease the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

Peace Zone is located at 410 Mulberry Street, Evansville, Ind and is open Tuesdays noon-4 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 9 AM-4 PM, and Fridays 9 AM-2 PM.

Monetary donations are accepted via PayPal/mail and clothing/toiletry donations can be brought to Peace Zone, as a staff is preparing care packages for those in need during the holidays. 

FOOTNOTE: The City-County Observer urges you to support this most worthy non-profit community organization. You can contact us at PZOfficeManager@peaceevansville.org 

Trail Heads – Southwest Indiana Partners With USI To Bring Bike Parks/Trails To Evansville Area

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Trail Heads – Southwest Indiana Partners With USI To Bring Bike Parks/Trails To Evansville Area

(Fundraising Initiative Under Way To Complete Project)

Evansville, IN, November 23, 2021 – Trail Heads – Southwest Indiana recently received approval from the University of Southern Indiana Board of Trustees and USI Foundation Board to move forward with a project that would bring 20 miles of trails and more than 22 acres of bike parks to property owned by USI and its foundation. The new trails would be located across the university’s 1,400-acre campus located just outside the city of Evansville.

Trail Heads – Southwest Indiana is a local non-profit based out of Boonville, Indiana, with a mission to develop quality trails and trail support programs throughout southwest Indiana. Trailheads also offers bike-related activities such as weekly rides, bike maintenance, and trail work for local students, including those in the communities of Boonville, Jasper, Lynnville, Newburgh, Oakland City, and Santa Claus in Indiana.

“While this trail system would offer a much-needed hub for local trail users, the scale and variety of features in this project would also help the University of Southern Indiana stand out as one of the premier campuses in the country for bike trails,” said Brad Scales, Executive Director for Trail Heads. “We hope the local and regional communities will get behind this project and help to make it a reality.”

Trail Heads will begin fundraising immediately to raise matching funds towards an approximately $1 million grant through the third round of Indiana DNR’s Next Level Trails grant program. If awarded full funding from a third-round grant by DNR Next Level Trails program, construction would begin by fall 2022 and take about two years to complete.

“We look forward to collaborating with Trail Heads on this project that will create an experience not found in most Midwestern college campuses,” said Jim Wolfe, Director of Facility Operations and Planning. “We hope to draw more of the community, near and far, to the USI campus, while also providing more outdoor recreational activities for our students.”

To donate to the Trail Heads -Southwest Indiana USI project, visit give.classy.org/usitrails. Charitable donations may also be deductible on tax returns.

For more information about the project or Trail Heads – Southwest Indiana visit www.trailheadsbike.com or contact Brad Scales, Executive Director at 812-217-6340 or contact@trail-heads.org.

Gov. Holcomb Makes Appointments To Various Boards And Commissions

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INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several appointments to various state boards and commissions.

Behavioral Health & Human Services Licensing Board

The governor made six reappointments to the board, who will serve until September 30, 2025:

  • Elizabeth Cunningham (Carmel), psychiatrist with Community Health Network
  • Jackie Eitel (Greencastle), business development manager for the Indiana Health Information Exchange
  • Kelley Gardner (Indianapolis), director of operations with Eskenazi Health
  • Andrew Harner (Indianapolis), clinical manager for social work with Riley Hospital for Children
  • Kimble Richardson (Indianapolis), manager of business development at Community Health Network
  • Stephan Viehweg (Greenfield), associate director of the Riley Child Development Center and assistant research professor of pediatrics at the IU School of Medicine

The governor also made three new appointments to the board, who will serve until September 30, 2025:

  • Dianna Cooper-Bolinskey (Terre Haute), partner and practitioner with Wabash Valley Therapy, LLC, and associate professor at Campbellsville University
  • Jon Ferguson (Carmel), behavioral health manager for Ascension St. Vincent, Carmel Clay Schools
  • Martin Justice (Vevay), division director for addiction services at Community Mental Health Center

Board of Trustees of Ball State University

The governor made two reappointments to the board, who will serve until December 31, 2025:

  • Renae Conley (Chicago, IL), CEO of ER Solutions, LLC
  • Mike McDaniel (Indianapolis), executive director of governmental affairs for Krieg DeVault

The governor also made one new appointment to the board, who will serve until December 31, 2025:

  • Julie Griffith (Carmel), executive vice president for Strategy, Partnerships and Outreach for IN3 (Indiana Innovation Institute)

Judicial Nominating Commission for the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals

The governor made one new appointment to the commission, who will serve until December 31, 2024:

  • Danny Lopez (Carmel), vice president for External Affairs and Corporate Communications with Pacers Sports & Entertainment

State Board of Dentistry

The governor made two reappointments to the board, who will serve until November 30, 2025:

  • Ted Reese, DDS (Indianapolis), principal of Indianapolis Dentistry
  • Jeffrey Snoddy, DDS (Terre Haute), principal of Terre Haute Family Dental

The governor also made four new appointments to the board, who will serve until November 30, 2025:

  • Tammera Glickman (Carmel), assistant general counsel of the Indiana Department of Administration
  • Matthew Kolkman, DDS (Fort Wayne), owner of Grabill Family Dentistry
  • Twyla Rader, LDH (Danville), dental hygienist with Brownsburg Dental Professionals and clinical assistant professor with the Indiana University School of Dentistry
  • Edward Sammons, DDS (West Lafayette), principal of Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

Underground Plant Protection Advisory Committee

The governor made five reappointments to the committee, who will serve until October 31, 2025:

  • Angela DeKemper (Mt. Vernon), supervisor of land/legal and right of way with Countrymark Refining and Logistics, LLC
  • Rick Smith (DeMotte), gas operations compliance manager with NIPSCO
  • Scott Sontag (Plainfield), COO of JDH Contracting
  • Blaine Walters (Carmel), quality manager at USIC
  • Benjamin Warren (Greenfield), director of gas transmission and distribution at Citizens Energy Group

The governor also made two new appointments to the committee, who will serve until October 31, 2025:

  • Bruce Dickie (Bremen), manager of safety and resources with Selge Construction
  • Justin Sell (Carmel), director of operations and technology with the Underground Safety Alliance

Newton And Smith Lead UE In Gulf Coast Showcase Finale

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ESTERO, Fla. – Jawaun Newton and Antoine Smith Jr. wrapped up strong weeks at the Gulf Coast Showcase in Wednesday’s 69-60 loss to Akron inside Hertz Arena.

Newton recorded the first double-double of his Purple Aces (2-6) career, finishing with 19 points and a career-high 10 rebounds.  Smith was just behind with 16 points while adding three triples.  Akron (3-3) saw Ali Ali lead all scorers with 20 points on a 6-for-8 shooting day that saw him convert all four 3-point attempts.

Akron hit two early 3-pointers to open the game while Evansville got on the board when Antoine Smith Jr. hit a triple.  Trailing 6-5, UE took its first lead at the 16:20 mark when Jawaun Newton drained a three.  The Zips responded with five in a row to go up by an 11-8 margin before Iyen Enaruna hit a layup to break a scoreless drought of close to four minutes.

With nine minutes remaining in the half, Evansville remained with a point (15-14) before the Zips added to their lead, embarking on an 11-2 run to open a 26-16 advantage.  Ali Ali capped off the run with a 3-pointer as the Zips hit 7 of their first 9 long range attempts.  Inside the final minute, the 8th triple by Akron cemented a 33-20 lead at the break.  Evansville finished the half hitting two of their final 16 field goals.

Antoine Smith Jr. took matters into his own hands out of the break, knocking down a pair of 3-pointers to make it a 9-point game at 35-26.  Following a technical foul on Akron, Newton hit both free throws before Smith knocked down a layup on the ensuing possession to get UE within five.  A 9-0 run was completed with a Newton dunk on a runout. To make it a 35-32 score.

Akron regrouped to get back on track, scoring 11 of the next 13 points to retake their double figure lead with a 46-34 lead inside of the 10-minute mark.  Just over a minute later, a 3-point play by Newton got his team back within seven before Akron answered to push their edge back to double figures.  Evansville continued to fight, hitting 5 out of 6 field goal attempts with the contest entering the final four minutes, but the Zips continued to answer and held a 12-point lead at the 3:33 mark.

Evansville showed its heart and fought back with every possession and it showed with Shamar Givance and Newton scoring three each to cut the gap to six (62-56) with 2:30 remaining, but they would not get closer with Akron clinching the 69-60 victory.

UE finished the game shooting 37.3% from the field while Akron shot 48.8%.  One of the big positvies for UE came on the boards as they grabbed 12 offensive rebounds.

Next up for Evansville is a trip to Eastern Illinois for a 1 p.m. game on Sunday.

 

Hoosier Trio Earns Big Ten Weekly Awards

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BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Three Indiana swimming and diving student athletes were named winners of Big Ten weekly awards after strong performances at the Ohio State Fall Invitational, the conference office announced Wednesday (Nov. 24).

Indiana swept the men’s and women’s swimmer of the week awards, as junior Brendan Burns and senior Mackenzie Looze, respectively, won the honors. Brearna Crawford picked up her second Big Ten Freshman of the Week award.In all, five Indiana swimming and diving student-athletes have totaled nine such awards this season over three separate weeks of eligibility.

Burns earned his third conference award of the season and fourth of his career after contributing four wins, two second place and two fourth place finishes to the Hoosier men’s dominant win at the Ohio State Fall Invitational. His performance in the 200 Backstroke was the highlight as he touched the wall in an NCAA B cut time of 1:40.27, the top time in the NCAA this season.

In relays, Burns helped set meet records and in the 400 Medley Relay (3:04.05) and 800 Freestyle Relay (6:17.27). Both times rank top 10 in program history. In finals, Burns collected five NCAA B cuts and an NCAA A cut in the 400 Medley.

Looze tallied her first-ever Big Ten weekly award via a win and three runner-up placements as part of eight total top 10 finishes in Columbus. The junior also tallied six NCAA B cuts in eight finals. Looze’s win came in the 200 IM as she recorded the No. 9 time in the NCAA and No. 1 time in the Big Ten with a 1:56.14. Including the 200 IM, Looze finished top 15 in the NCAA in five races total; the 800 and 400 freestyle relays, 200 Breaststroke and 400 IM.

Crawford finished top 10 in all seven events she raced with NCAA B cut times in four of those. Her performance included a win in the 200 Breaststroke with a time of 2:08.40, the No. 11 time in the country and No. 2 in the conference. Crawford also finished second in the 100 Breaststroke with a 59.32, good for the 13th fastest time in the NCAA.

Up Next
Both the men’s and women’s teams will finish the fall portion of their schedule when they host Cincinnati for a dual meet Friday, December 3, inside Counsilman-Billingsley Aquatics Center.

 

Support Small Businesses In Downtown Evansville

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Support Small Businesses In Downtown Evansville
 BY Wendy McNamara
After celebrating the holiday, let’s come together on Nov. 27 to support our neighbors and shop local on Small Business Saturday.

Our community is home to hardworking entrepreneurs offering a number of unique goods and services.

Downtown Evansville is hosting a Small Business Saturday event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., including special free shopping bags, live music as you shop, pop-up vendors, free gift wrapping and numerous sales.

EWSU Offices Closed Nov. 25 and 26 for Thanksgiving

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Trash, recycling suspended Thanksgiving Day, on a one-day delay Friday and Saturday

 (Evansville, IN) – Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (EWSU) wishes everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving Holiday. EWSU business offices will be closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 25 and 26, 2021. Customers who experience a water or sewer emergency during the holidays or on weekends should call the EWSU After Hours Emergency Number at 812-421-2130. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, November 29, 2021.

Trash and recycling collections for City residents who pay for the services with their monthly EWSU bill will be suspended Thanksgiving Day. Republic Services will collect trash and recycling on a one-day delay Friday and Saturday, November 26 and 27. The regular trash collection schedule will resume on Monday, November 29, 2021

HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE AREA

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Administrative Team Member
J.E. Shekell, Inc. – Evansville, IN
The ideal candidate would be excited to solve problems, find solutions and enhance daily processes to increase team efficiency within our Billing/AR Department.
Easily apply
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Medical Front Desk Registration and Reception
Mercy Urgent Care 3.4/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Mercy Urgent Care has two amazing full time openings for experienced Medical Front Desk personnel with great attitudes.
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Administrative Assistant
Building Blocks 3.5/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$32,000 a year
Maintain a friendly and welcoming environment for all office visitors and clients. Ensure that all clients and community members entering the building or…
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Administrative Assistant (School Based Services)
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. 3.2/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$15 an hour
Preference given to candidates who possess a degree in business, office administration, or other related field. Generous Paid Time Off plan.
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Executive Assistant
FLANDERS ELECTRIC MOTOR SERVICE INC 3/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Review operating practices and procedures in order to determine whether improvements can be made in areas such as workflow, reporting procedures, or…
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Office Admin Support
Ireland Home Based Services 3.5/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$14.72 an hour
Office Admin SupportIreland Home Based Services is currently looking for a full- time Office Administrative Support position for our Evansville office.
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Business Office Manager – Full-Time 1st Shift
Heritage Woods of Newburgh – Newburgh, IN
Our beautiful Assisted Living Community is currently hiring a Full time Business Office Manager. Ensure that the financial system is accurate, efficient, and in…
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AssuredPartners 3.2/5 rating – Evansville, IN
The Administrative Assistant is someone who is comfortable with computers, general office tasks, and excels at both verbal and written communication.
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Crown Equipment Corporation 3.5/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Our global sales and service network provides our customers with a local resource for a wide variety of quality material handling equipment, fleet management…
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Tri-State Orthopaedic Surgeons – Evansville, IN
The Front Desk employee, under the direction of the Front Desk Coordinator, is responsible for checking patients in and out of the office.
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Walnut Creek 3.4/5 rating – Evansville, IN
An employee engaged Scheduling system. Employee Appreciation events; Attendance Programs, New employee Referral Program. High school diploma or equivalent.
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Office Manager- Real Estate Developer
Sterett Crane & Rigging – Evansville, IN
$45,000 a year
This position oversees the development process from market analysis through design, entitlement, construction, and occupancy.
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Office/Scheduling Assistant
Swat Pest Management – Evansville, IN
$12 – $13 an hour
Responsive employer
You must have flexibility for attending meetings before or after hours, as well as working 8am – 12pm, rotating Saturdays during our busiest months.
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DoubleTree Front Desk Supervisor
HCW MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS LLC – Evansville, IN
$14 an hour
The Front Desk Supervisor is responsible for assisting the Front Office Manager while providing attentive, courteous, and efficient service to all guests, prior…
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Administrative Assistant
Darling Ingredients Inc. 3.5/5 rating – Henderson, KY
The Administrative Assistant aids in the completion of all plant office work required to keep accurate information flowing between the plant and Corporate…
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Cardon & Associates 3.6/5 rating – Evansville, IN
CarDon & Associates is now seeking an Receptionist. The Receptionist provides clerical assistance to administrative staff and department heads when needed,…
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Medical Office Assistant
Deaconess Health System 3.5/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Flexible work schedules – There are a variety of full, part-time and supplemental positions along with varying shifts in our health system.
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AFCO Performance Group – Boonville, IN
$16 an hour
If you are looking for a family-like atmosphere, in a climate-controlled environment, plus competitive compensation, health, dental and vision insurance, long…
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Evansville Surgery Center – Newburgh, IN
Responsive employer
This position is responsible for the clerical and receptionist activities within the facilities front business office. Must have high school diploma or GED.
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Boone Funeral Home – Evansville, IN
$14 an hour
Responsive employer
The ideal candidate will assist in the duty of clerical and administrative support in order to maintain an optimized workflow in the office.
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Overnight Front Desk
Planet Fitness – Glow Brands 3.4/5 rating – Evansville, IN
The Overnight Closer (Member Services Representative) will be responsible for creating a positive member experience by providing a superior level of customer…
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Front Desk Receptionist
The Salon Professional Academy 3.3/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$13 – $14 an hour
Greet and check in guests upon arrival. Answer and direct all phone calls. Train students on front desk operations. High school or equivalent (Required).
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University of Southern Indiana 4.3/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$12.66 an hour
The position coordinates day-to-day business of the office by providing support for Alumni Relations, Alumni Association, Chapters and Constituent Groups,…
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Administrative Assistant (Downtown Evansville)
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. 3.2/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$15 an hour
Preference given to candidates who possess a degree in business, office administration, or other related field. Generous Paid Time Off plan.
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Clerical Associate
Deaconess Health System 3.5/5 rating – Newburgh, IN
Flexible work schedules — Full time/part-time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night. Level 4 children’s enrichment centers. Schedule: Part Time – 24, Evening.
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Sales Operations/Support Specialist
Third Economy – United States
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We are seeking a Sales Operations/Support Specialist. This role is responsible for a full range of activities which will improve the productivity and…
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Administrative Assistant
Allstate Sales Group Inc 3.1/5 rating – United States
$17 an hour
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Performs a variety of administrative functions for team reporting to manager and their direct reports. Directs incoming call flow for Manager and assigned team.
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QuickBooks Data Entry
Peoplelink Staffing Solutions – Midsouth – Evansville, IN
$14 – $16 an hour
Peoplelink Staffing Solutions in partnership with a prominent client in Evansville, IN within the Business Communications industry. 1st Shift: M-F, 8am-5pm.
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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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Attempt to Identify and Check Welfare

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 On November 19th, Evansville Police Officers were dispatched to a location to check the welfare of a young homeless female that spoke very little English. The female was gone prior to officers arriving on scene and officers were unable to locate the young female that night. 

The female informed the reporter that she was 18 but appeared to be 12-13 years of age. The unknown female also told the reporter that her first name was Anna but could not provide her last name. 

The female appeared to be 4’11” and about 100 lbs. The female was last observed wearing black pants, black windbreaker with a maroon stripe across the chest, white shoes, and a dark colored backpack. 

At this time, there is no evidence to suggest that the female is in danger, but detectives would like to check on her welfare. The Evansville Police Department would ask that if you know this female or have any information about her to please call the Adult Investigations Unit   at 812-436-7979. 

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