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UE women’s basketball heads to the Big Easy New Orleans Classic

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UE women’s basketball heads to the Big Easy New Orleans Classic
The Purple Aces return to a holiday tournament for the first time in almost a decade
 
NEW ORLEANS — The University of Evansville women’s basketball team will play during Feast Week for the first time in nine years.
Evansville vs. Nicholls | Friday, November 29th  | 8 PM CT
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Evansville vs. Delaware | Saturday, November 30th  | 5:45 PM CT
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The Purple Aces are still looking for their first road win of the season after another close loss at Lipscomb. UE led the first half of the game, but a slow third quarter and early fourth quarter stalled Evansville’s chance for its first win away from Meeks Family Fieldhouse. Despite not getting a win at Allen Arena, the Aces had their best performance from the floor so far this season. UE shot over 50% against Lipscomb going 32 of 60 from the floor. Evansville’s 53.3% shooting percentage on Saturday was the team’s best shooting performance since February 15th when the Aces beat Southern Illinois at home.

UE will check off a list of firsts in its appearance in the Big Easy New Orleans Classic over the holiday weekend. It will be Evansville’s first time playing in New Orleans as a program. The Aces will
also face two teams they have never played in the program’s 49 seasons in Nicholls and Delaware. The Big Easy New Orleans Classic is UE’s first MTE appearance in almost a decade. Evansville
last participated in a holiday MTE in 2015 at the Cal Poly/ ShareSLO Holiday Tournament in San Luis Obispo, California.

The Aces first opponent of the event is the Nicholls Colonels who are 3-2 on the year. The Colonels have wins over Tulane, Grambling, and Alcorn which was a three-game stretch of victories. Nicholls is led by junior guard Tanita Swift who averages 18 points a game. UE’s second Big Easy game is against the Delaware Blue Hens. Delaware continues its 18-day stretch away from home at the MTE and is looking to get back into the win column after a loss to Providence. The Blue Hens are led by graduate guard Tara Cousins with an average of 10.8 points per game, followed closely by fifth-year guard/forward Rebecca Demeke at 10.5 points per game.

Freshman guard Camryn Runner earned her second MVC Freshman of the Week honor in only three weeks of play. Runner had the Aces best performance by a freshman in a decade with 30 points at Lindenwood to surpass Sara Dickey’s 30-point outing at Southern Illinois in 2014. Runner also had her 5th straight double-digit performance to lead UE in points per game on the season to average 20.6 points in 35 minutes a game.

 
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USI Women’s Basketball signs four to 2025-26 class

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USI Women’s Basketball signs four to 2025-26 class

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball has announced its 2025-26 signing class for Head Coach Rick Stein‘s Screaming Eagles. Lily Graves, Alli Robertson, Ella Bobe, and Channah Gannon have signed national letters of intent to compete for USI in 2025-26.

“We are extremely excited to welcome these four young women to our USI family,” Stein said. “Our coaches take great pride in recruiting excellent players, good students, and outstanding people, and this recruiting class hits all three areas once again!”

Lily Graves (Indianapolis, Indiana) comes to USI out of Franklin Central High School, where she averaged almost 12 points and five rebounds per game as a junior in 2023-24. The 5’11” combo guard shot nearly 40 percent from the floor and 32 percent from long range. Graves also had 1.7 assists and 1.3 steals per contest. Graves has been an All-Conference First Team and all-county selection all three years in high school. She has also been an all-state selection. Graves tallied the most points and highest free-throw percentage each of her first three seasons in high school. Graves plays club basketball for Indiana Elite Drive.

Alli Robertson (Harrison, Ohio) is a 6’1″ forward from William Henry Harrison High School in Ohio. As a junior last year, Robertson posted over 20 points, 12 rebounds and two blocks per outing. Robertson has been a three-time All-Southwest Ohio District Team and All-Southwest Ohio Conference First Team selection, two-time All-Ohio Team, and conference player of the year. Robertson’s high school squad was conference champions in 2023-24. Robertson is Harrison High School’s all-time leading scorer and set a school record for rebounds in a single season with 279 last year. The forward plays club basketball for Next Level.

Ella Bobe (Vincennes, Indiana) is a 5’9″ guard from South Knox High School. Bobe is the first Division I girls signee at South Knox since 1988. Last season, Bobe averaged 19.1 points, 4.2 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game as a junior. Bobe set South Knox’s single-season (495) and career points (1,175) records in 2023-24. Bobe was also named Sun-Commercial Player of the Year and IBCA Underclass Small School All-State for the second consecutive season. Bobe has also been all-conference all three years so far in high school. As a sophomore, Bobe set school records for single-game points (37) and assists (13) in addition to assists in a season (132). Bobe’s club team is the Nike Lady Gym Rats 17u EYBL.

Channah Gannon (Morrison, Tennessee) is a 6’4″ forward from Coffee County Central High School and sister of current USI Women’s Basketball sophomore forward Chloe Gannon. As a junior, Gannon helped Coffee County Central reach the final four of the Tennessee State tournament and was named to the BCAT All-State Team. The forward also led her squad to the school’s first-ever regional title. Gannon plays club basketball for Tennessee Flight.

“Every year we know we will graduate great student-athletes in our program, and this year certainly will be no different with our five seniors!” Stein added. “We must recruit high-impact players, and my coaching staff has done just that with their hard work into this early signing class.”

The early 2025-26 signing class is USI’s biggest since bringing in its 2023-24 class, as the Eagles only signed one true freshman last fall.

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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1939 – The Year with Two Thanksgivings

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Pumpkins, nuts, berries and mushrooms chanterelle over old wooden table. See series

 It was 1939. Thanksgiving, always the last Thursday of November, came on the 30th that year. Business owners, aware that most people waited until after Thanksgiving to start shopping for Christmas, were concerned about the late start to their best season of the year.  They persuaded President Franklin D. Roosevelt to declare the holiday a week early, on the 23rd. He might have been surprised at the uproar which followed. Calendar makers were obviously upset. So were school officials, factory managers, churches, and all others who had made plans for the holiday on the 30th. The result was that many communities stuck with the original date. Some went with both, including the Indiana cities of Washington, New Albany, and Delphi, where city workers got the day off on both dates. History will record that 1939 was the year with two Thanksgivings. One newspaper reported that, regardless of what was on the menu, everyone was in a stew. By the way, in 1941 the holiday was changed to the fourth Thursday in November, thereby guaranteeing that Thanksgiving would never come any later than November 28.

Warrick Humane Society Crewneck Sweatshirt Pre-Order Fundraiser! 

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Warrick Humane Society Crewneck Sweatshirt Pre-Order Fundraiser!

Newburgh, Indiana – Support your local Warrick Humane Society by pre-ordering an awesome crewneck sweatshirt, now through December 4th! All proceeds will go to support our rescue pets. This includes veterinary care, medical care, food, and enrichment. This is an easy way to support Warrick Humane Society and help us continue to care for homeless and abandoned animals in the Tri-state area.

Event Highlights:
● To Get Started: Register with One Cause at the pre-order link.
● Customize: Select your preferred color and size! We have sizes ranging from small
to 3XL and four color options.
● Pre-Order Now: This is a pre-order only event, and you can order from now until
December 4th.
● Easy Pick-Up: Sweatshirts will be available for pick-up at Warrick Humane Society
anytime between 9am and 7pm on Thursday, December 19th.

About Warrick Humane Society: Warrick Humane Society, a no-kill shelter located in Newburgh, Indiana. It was founded in 1983 by a handful of dedicated volunteers who rescued lost, injured and neglected animals.

Since WHS opened their building in 1997 and began actively working with Animal Control agencies and other rescue organizations, WHS has saved thousands of animals and placed them in loving homes. Warrick Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) no-kill rescue dedicated to improving companion animals’ lives. WHS does not receive any funding from taxes or any national organizations. WHS is funded entirely by individual and corporate donations, bequests, grants and fundraising events. Because all animals adopted by WHS are
spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and microchipped as well as receiving any other special care they may need, finding enough funding is always a challenge.

Free Thanksgiving meal today

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The Urban Hope Collaboration will provide a free community Thanksgiving Dinner today (Wed., November 27) from 3-6 PM at the Annex, 315 Taylor Avenue. Meals can be dine-in or carry-out, but gospel artists and musicians will perform from 5-6 for those dining in.

 

HAPPY NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS, 2024

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Pitch Perfect Workshop In Evansville

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Unleash the Power of Your Pitch

You are invited to join us on Wednesday, December 11th, from 12pm to 3pm CST at Innovation Pointe (318 Main St, 4th Floor, Evansville IN 47708), for an immersive workshop hosted by IDOA Division of Supplier Diversity and Indiana Small Business Development Center Southwest. Learn the secrets of crafting and delivering a perfect 4-minute conversational pitch from our expert panelists:

1. Sara Jones – Radbot Video Productions, a distinguished video creator with an extensive career in marketing, media and advertising.

2. Ellyn Ludden – Team Summit LLC, an accredited Global Trainer and Facilitator in executive master coaching, cultural reinvention, change management, leadership development, high performance team building and employee engagement programs.

3. Aimee Morgan – Good Aim Communications LLC, an experienced communication expert that specializes in strategic communications, writing, project management, website creation, video production and brand development.

After the panelists’ presentations, this interactive workshop will feature the following sessions:

1. Q&A – Ask panelists your pitch-related questions.

2. Craft Your Pitch – Get hands-on guidance from experts.

3. Hot Mic Pitch – Practice your conversational pitch and receive instant feedback.

These experts are ready to share their knowledge, insights, and real-life experiences to help you refine your elevator pitch and make a long-lasting impression. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from the best at the Pitch Perfect Workshop!

Please note that there is ample parking in the Thrd Street Parking Garage, located at 315 Locust Street, Evansville, IN 47708. The cost is $6/vehicle.

METS Micro Celebrates One-Year Anniversary: 37,000 Rides and a Community Impact

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he Metropolitan Evansville Transit System (METS) is celebrating the first anniversary, of its innovative and affordable on-demand public transit service, METS Micro. Since launching on November 27, 2023, METS Micro has completed over 37,000 rides.

METS, with help from Toyota Mobility Foundation, Energy Systems Network and the Evansville Metropolitan Planning Organization, introduced METS Micro as a pilot program to enhance mobility for Evansville residents, offering a $2-per-ride shared transportation option.

Using an app-based “virtual bus stop” system, METS Micro operated by TransitTech provider Via, matches riders heading in similar directions, to optimize cost, efficiency while also minimizing wait times. Additionally, the program offers accessibility to persons with mobility impairments.

Todd Robertson, Executive Director for Transportation and Services, said “METS Micro initially began serving the Eastside of Evansville, and then in June 2024 expanded into parts of downtown and now reaches approximately 50% of Evansville’s population and 40% of the city’s jobs.”

As METS Micro marks this milestone, METS is looking forward to continued growth and hopes to make the service a permanent fixture in Evansville’s transit landscape. The program’s one-year success underscores the need for flexible, affordable, and accessible transit solutions in urban communities.

For more information on METS Micro, visit https://city.ridewithvia.com/metsmicro.

Additional information:

Transformative Impact on Residents

A July 2024 rider survey revealed that METS Micro is not just a transit service but a lifeline for many residents. Key findings include:

  • 83% of riders report a positive impact on their lifestyle.
  • 73% feel more connected to the Evansville community.
  • 63% now have access to places previously unreachable by METS’ fixed-route buses.

METS Micro also serves as a crucial link for low-income and disadvantaged communities, with 90% of its ridership coming from low-income households. The service plays a significant role in connecting residents to essential healthcare services, with 33% of rides being used for medical appointments. 

Testimonials Highlight the Service’s Value

Riders have expressed strong support for making METS Micro a permanent part of Evansville’s public transportation system. A local healthcare provider shared, “We use it for our patients to get to and from appointments, which not only decreases no-show rates but also helps connect our patients to healthcare.”

The sentiments are echoed by residents, with one rider stating, “Please make this a permanent part of our public transportation. Not having access to my own vehicle won’t prevent me from living my life and accessing better job opportunities.”

About Via:

Founded in 2012, Via pioneered the TransitTech category by using new technologies to develop public mobility systems — optimizing networks of buses, shuttles, wheelchair accessible vehicles, school buses, autonomous vehicles, and electric vehicles around the globe. Building the world’s most efficient, equitable, and sustainable transportation network for all riders — including those with limited mobility, those without smartphones, and unbanked populations — Via works with its partners to lower the costs of public transit while providing transportation options that rival the convenience of a personal car while reducing the environmental impact. At the intersection of transportation and technology, Via is a visionary market leader that combines software innovation with sophisticated service design and operational expertise to fundamentally improve the way the world moves, providing technology in 700 communities and more than 35 countries and counting.

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