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Hoosier History Highlights

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May 16 – May 22

The Week in Indiana History
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1820     Indiana Governor Jonathan Jennings, Commissioner John Tipton, and others set out from the state capital of Corydon to select a site for a new capital city.  They traveled through the dense forest into the middle of the state.  After a five-day journey, they arrived at the home of William Conner near present-day Noblesville.   From there, they began their survey of the area.
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1905     Construction began on the Tulip Railroad Trestle in Greene County, east ofBloomfield.  At over 2,300 feet long and 157 feet tall, it is one of the longest bridges of its kind in the world.  The structure took one and one-half years to build, and it is in still in use today.
Marshall1920     United States Vice President Thomas Marshall gave the keynote address at the Democratic State Convention in Indianapolis.  Speaking at the Denison Hotel, the former Indiana Governor praised President Woodrow Wilson and his policies during World War I.  Former Indiana Governor Samuel Ralston was cheered by the crowd when he encouraged Marshall to run for President.
Wakefield1932     Dan Wakefield was born in Indianapolis.  He attended Shortridge High School where he was a sports writer for the school’s newspaper, The Shortridge DailyEcho.  He graduated from Columbia University and went on to become a journalist, novelist, and screenwriter.  Two of his novels, Going All the Way and Starting Over, were made into movies.
U of I1986     At commencement ceremonies for Indiana Central University, school president Gene E. Sease announced that the name of the institution would be changed to The University of Indianapolis.  He and Mayor William H. Hudnut said the change had already been authorized by the Indiana Secretary of State and would take place immediately.  At the same time, a $25 million “Focus on the Future” fund drive was launched.
Willy T. Ribbs1991     Willy T. Ribbs became the first African American to qualify for the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race.  He qualified again in 1993 and also competed in many other forms of auto racing, including Indy Car, NASCAR, and the Trans-Am Series.  He was raised on a ranch in California where he became interested in racing at an early age.
ABE MARTIN SEZ:

Folks that tell ever’thing they know wouldn’ be so bad if they didn’ work in a lot o’ stuff they don’t know.  (Kin Hubbard, The IndianapolisNews, May 19, 1924)

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Indiana Quick Quiz

Match the School to the City

1.  DePauw University  2.  Martin University  3.  Bethel University  4.  Taylor University

A.  Mishawaka  B.  Indianapolis  C.  Upland  D.  Greencastle

Answers Below

Hoosier Quote of the Week

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“But you do not think much about the stars.  They are always there.  Look at them when you have a moment.”

– – – Mary Jane Ward (1905 – 1981)

Born in Fairmount, Indiana, she became a novelist whose book TheSnake Pit was made into an Oscar-winning motion picture.

Did You Know?

Pay for the Commissioners

     In January of 1820, the Indiana General Assembly in the capital city of Corydon passed an act which called for the appointment of a  commission of ten members “to select and locate a site for the permanent seat of government for Indiana.”   Those chosen were George Hunt (Wayne County,) John Conner (Fayette County,) Stephen Ludlow (Dearborn County,) John Galleland (Switzerland County,) Joseph Bartholomew (Clark County,) Jesse B. Durham (Jackson County,) John Tipton (Harrison County,) Frederick Rapp (Posey County,) William Prince (Gibson County,) and Thomas Emmerson (Knox County.) Each member of the Commission would receive an allowance of “two dollars each, per day, for their services, and also the sum of two dollars for every twenty-five miles each may travel.”

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ANSWERS:  1.  D Greencastle    2.  B Indianapolis  3.  A Mishawaka 4.  C Upland

400 Block of SE Riverside Drive by Pat Sides

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This early view of Southeast Riverside and Cherry Street is still recognizable today. The stately residence on the corner (left) has stood since 1856. Originally designed in the Italianate style, it was remodeled to its current French-inspired appearance in 1873. 

Across the street from the row of houses is Sunset Park, which was just beginning to be developed around the turn of the century when this photo was taken. The large building in the park was a two-story frame residence erected around 1850. In 1906, it became home to the first Evansville Museum but was razed four years later after its condition was deemed unsafe.

After a few decades of homelessness, then regrouping in another old building on Northwest Second Street, the Museum returned to its original location in Sunset Park when a new facility opened in the late 1950s.

4th Annual Evansville Food Truck Festival Is Coming To Bosse Field On Sunday, May 30th.

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Evansville Food Truck Festival To support Cancer Pathways Midwest

Evansville, Indiana – EvansvilleEvents.com will host the fourth annual Evansville Food Truck Festival in partnership with the Cancer Pathways and the Evansville Otter’s.  The festival will happen inside historic Bosse Field on Sunday, May 30th, 2021 from 1 pm until 9 pm to include a two-hour VIP from 11 am-1 pm.

The fourth annual festival will feature 27 food trucks, food booths, $3 food samples, 6 musical acts live on stage, live paintings by local artists, half-pot to support Cancer Pathways Midwest, hot air balloon rides, mechanical bull competition,  hot dog eating competition, face painting, tailgate games, magician, gaming trailer, artisan booths and so much more fun for the entire family.

The festival will feature an all-day music festival featuring Angel Rhodes, Lindsay James Williams, Gladstone, Zion Reggae, El Mero Mero VDJ, and Jimmy DeTalente and the Electric Revival.

Festival general admission is currently $6.95 and includes premium and VIP upgrade options.  Ticket prices will increase after May 16th. Every attendee will receive a complimentary Evansville Otter’s game day ticket good for June 1st, 2021.  Tickets can be purchased online by visiting www.FoodTruckTickets.com.

Ten percent of all ticket sales will go directly to Cancer Pathways Midwest, formerly Gilda’s Club EVV, a non-profit organization that provides support and resources to anyone impacted by cancer.  They believe as a community we breathe, survive, and thrive through cancer.

Acai on my mind Madisonville, KY
Bruce Li – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Burrito Express – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Chino Taco – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Cinia’s Salvadorian – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Curbside Kitchenette – Owensboro, Kentucky Owensboro, KY
Divas Cookin’ – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Fire & Smoke BBQ – Newburgh, Indiana Newburgh, IN
Fuego’s Taqueria – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
J’s Good Grub – Owensboro, Kentucky Owensboro, KY
JB’s Barnyard – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Jeanne’s Gelato – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Joe Brewski – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Kona Ice – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Let’s Get Fried – Madisonville, Indiana KY
Lollys Pops – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Random Fill-Ups Evansville, IN
Smokey Bottom Boys BBQ – Union City, Tennessee Tennessee
Sweeney’s Weenies – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Sweet Dreams A La Mode – Evansville, Indiana Evansville, IN
Taco Jo’s – Centralia, Illinois Centralia, IL
The Real Hacienda – Owensboro, Kentucky Owensboro, KY
Tri-R-Tips Hawaiian Style BBQ – Owensboro, Kentucky Owensboro
Twisted Taco – St Louis, Missouri St Louis, MO
Uncle Ted’s Just Dang Good Food – Mount Vernon, Indiana Posey, IN
Whittaker Beef – Lawrenceville, Illinois Lawrenceville, IL

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE

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Remote – Data Processor (Summer Help)
MetroNet 3.7/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Fully Remote
MetroNet has an immediate opening for an energetic; part-time Data Processor in Evansville, IN (Summer Help). High School Diploma or GED preferred.
May 10
Operations Clerk III (Part-time)
Saia LTL Freight 3.2/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$17.23 – $22.25 an hour
Responsive employer
401(k) with immediate vesting & company match. Directs the work of other clerical personnel. 1+ years of general office experience.
Easily apply
May 12
Medical Receptionist/Front Desk
Midwest Ear Nose & Throat Surgery PSC – Evansville, IN
Answering phones and scheduling appointments. Greeting patients, and checking them in and out for appointments. Collecting co-pays and other fees.
Easily apply
May 12
Receptionist
HARDING SHYMANSKI & CO PSC – Evansville, IN
Answering calls, directing customers or clients to the right departments or extensions and answering any questions people have. High School diploma or GED.
May 10
HSC Administrative Assistant
Solarbron Terrace – Evansville, IN
Working with us, you will get weekly pay, paid time off and a family-owned organization. Plus, we have some amazing benefits.
May 12
Scheduling Specialist Level 2 – Surgery
Deaconess Health System 3.6/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Onsite children’s care centers (Infant through Pre-K). Free access to fitness centers, where health coaches are available to help with workout plans.
May 11
Medical Front Desk Registration and Reception
Mercy Urgent Care 3.5/5 rating – Evansville, IN
We offer compensation commensurate with experience, 401K retirement, some benefits and an amazing work schedule. You will also have 26 weeks off a year.
Easily apply
May 12
Scheduling Specialist Level 1
Deaconess Health System 3.6/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night. Onsite children’s care centers (Infant through Pre-K).
May 7
Administrative Assistant (DCS/Probation Office)
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. 3.3/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Preference given to candidates who possess a degree in business, office administration, or other related field. Generous Paid Time Off plan.
May 6
Clerical Associate
Deaconess Health System 3.6/5 rating – Newburgh, IN
The Clerical Associate (CA) coordinates daily unit functioning to assist RN, physician, ancillary and support staff to provide high quality patient care.
May 10
Office Specialist
USF Holland 3.3/5 rating – Evansville, IN
Assist in the administration and office support functions by maintaining office records, personnel files and answering routine questions about company policy.
Easily apply
May 6
Medical Office Receptionist
HR Solutions, Inc. 4.1/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$16 an hour
We have been selective in building our own staff from the most highly qualified, certified, and experienced individuals in the Tri-State area.
Easily apply
May 12
Scheduling Coordinator
SENIOR HELPERS 3.9/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$12 – $15 an hour
Audits clock-ins and -outs to ensure hours match scheduled hours. Track and record in home care software all instances of assignment refusals, call-outs, late…
Easily apply
May 4
Receptionist / AP
Park Terrace Village 3.1/5 rating – Evansville, IN
PayActiv – Hourly employees have immediate access up to 50% of your earned pay. Medical/Dental/Vision insurance available – Plans starting as low as $20 a week.
May 10
Administrative Associate, Enrollment Services- N21013N1
University of Southern Indiana 4.3/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$13.51 an hour
Provide administrative support to the Executive Director for Enrollment with the coordination of staff assignments, operations, and administrative details.
May 11
Administrative Assistant (Posey)
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. 3.3/5 rating – Mount Vernon, IN
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is currently seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to add to our team of professionals. Generous Paid Time Off plan.
May 10
Office Supervisor
EDG Architecture and Engineering – Evansville, IN
The Office Supervisor’s responsibilities may include filing, preparing reports, ordering office supplies and performing reception duties.
Easily apply
May 11
Branch Office Administrator – Newburgh, IN
Edward Jones 3.8/5 rating – Newburgh, IN
A compensation package that includes bonus potential, profit sharing, 401k (US) or Group RRSP (Canada), and comprehensive and competitive health benefits.
May 11
Medical Office Assistant – $23+ based on experience
Berry Global, inc 3.3/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$23 an hour
(Will participate in on-call rotation). The Medical Office Assistant will not only meet daily with patient walk-ins from work related injuries and illnesses but…
May 6
Attendance Clerk
Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation 3.8/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$10.14 an hour
The EVSC works diligently to ensure employees maintain the position that they are hired for but in some cases, transfers may occur in order to effectively serve…
May 6
Clerical Teachers’ Assistant for 2021-2022 School Year
Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation 3.8/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$10.14 an hour
The EVSC works diligently to ensure employees maintain the position that they are hired for but in some cases, transfers may occur in order to effectively serve…
May 12
Assistant Business Office Manager (ABOM) – Full-Time –
Signature HealthCARE of Newburgh 3/5 rating – Newburgh, IN
May perform or assist with the performance of payroll input and hours calculation, answer telephones, ancillary input, receipt of resident account deposits and…
Easily apply
May 10
Senior Accounting Assistant, Business Office- N21012N1
University of Southern Indiana 4.3/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$14.87 an hour
The University of Southern Indiana’s Business Office Accounting department is seeking a full-time Senior Accounting Assistant.
May 10
Route Driver / Secretary
RJ Dental Laboratory – Evansville, IN
$12 an hour
Applicants must have a drivers license and a good driving record. Drive Company car to make pick up and deliveries from dental offices.
Easily apply
May 12
Office Supervisor
DPatrick Motoplex – Evansville, IN
401K with 2.5% match after 6 months! Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance after 60 days! Paid Vacation after 6 months! Trains and supervises office personnel.
Easily apply
May 7
Front Desk Agent-Hyatt Place
General Hotels Corporation 2.8/5 rating – Evansville, IN
As part of this job, this individual is required to: demonstrate good computer skills; accurately handle cash and charges; stand for long periods of time;…
Easily apply
May 10
Scheduling Coordinator
CoventBridge Group 2.8/5 rating – United States
401(k) with company match up to 4%. CoventBridge is seeking an experienced Scheduling Coordinator in the Jacksonville office to join our Operations Team.
May 3
Senior Administrative Assistant Evansville Meghan Poe
Adecco 3.8/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$15 an hour
Review documents and copies to send on to various vendors that track our insurance, legal descriptions, address change request, etc.
Easily apply
May 10
Senior Administrative Assistant
Adecco 3.8/5 rating – Evansville, IN
$15 an hour
Review documents and copies to send on to various vendors that track our insurance, legal descriptions, address change request, etc.
Easily apply
May 10

HEALTH DEPARTMENT UPDATES STATEWIDE COVID-19 CASE COUNTS

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Arson Diamond Flea Market

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 On May 14 around 6:30 p.m. the Evansville Fire Department was called to 1250 E. Diamond Ave., the Diamond Flea Market, for a working structure fire. After putting the fire out, the building was ruled a complete loss. 

A State Fire Marshals Investigator determined the fire was intentionally set. Evansville Police Detectives were able to obtain surveillance footage of an individual in the area of the arson when it took place. 

After an exhaustive search this person was located at a local hotel. He was then brought to Police Headquarters. After speaking with an E.P.D. Detective and an investigator with the State Fire Marshals Service, Christopher Michael Liggett (25) confessed to starting the fire. 

Liggett was charged with Arson and is currently at the Vanderburgh County Corrections Center. 

Troopers Investigate Single Vehicle Fatal Crash on I-64, Five Children Injured

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Posey County – Friday night, May 14, at approximately 8:00, Indiana State Police, Posey County Sheriff’s Office, Posey County EMS, and multiple fire departments responded to a single vehicle crash on I-64 at the 3 mile-marker that claimed the life of an Evansville mother and injured five of her children.

Preliminary investigation revealed Whitney Steverson, 32, of Evansville, was driving a 2003 Ford F-150 pickup truck and traveling east in the driving lane on I-64 at the 3 mile-marker when she swerved into the passing lane and toward the median to avoid rear-ending another vehicle. Steverson attempted to steer away from the median but overcorrected. Her vehicle crossed both eastbound lanes, left the roadway on the south side, rolled, and came to a final rest on its side. Steverson was pronounced dead at the scene by the Posey County Coroner. Steverson’s five children were injured. Jermaine Johnson, Jr, 11, and Ah’myah Roach, 12, were taken to Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville where they are currently being treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Ja’myah Johnson, 11, and Ah’mere Roach, 12, were taken to Deaconess Midtown Hospital where they are being treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Jas’marie Johnson, 3, was originally taken to Deaconess Midtown Hospital, but she was later transported to Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis for serious injuries.

The investigation is on-going.

Investigating Officers: Trooper Zack Fulton, Sergeant Kylen Compton and Master Trooper Randy Huddleston, Indiana State Police

Assisting Agencies: Posey County Sheriff’s Office, Posey Co. EMS, Griffin Fire Department, New Harmony Fire Department, Poseyville Fire Department, and the Posey County Coroner.

Lowry Makes History at MVC Outdoor Championship

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The University of Evansville track and field team completed action of day one of the Missouri Valley Conference Outdoor Championship, hosted by Southern Illinois.

Anna Lowry made history once again, taking home the 10,000-meter championship, which marks the first outdoor title for the Purple Aces in program history. Lowry made a move around two Loyola runners halfway through the race to earn the conference championship. Lowry finished the 10K in 34:46.70, which was 0.56 seconds ahead of the next runner.

Justus Donaldson broke the program record and captured second place in the javelin throw. Donaldson earns all-conference honors with the 57.01-meter attempt.

Ian Alberts took eighth place in the pole vault with a 4.42-meter attempt, matching the effort of two others.

The Aces sit in fifth place in the women’s team rankings with 10 points and sixth place on the men’s side with 8.33 points.

Day two of the MVC Championship will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday with the multi-events.

Aces battle back to surge to 13-6 series opening win

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10-runs scored in seventh and eighth innings help propel Evansville
Battling back from an early deficit, a late surge from the University of Evansville baseball team helped the Aces capture a 13-6 series-opening win over Valparaiso on Friday afternoon at Emory G. Bauer Field in Valparaiso, Ind.

“Great come from behind win for us today. Dug ourselves a hole down 5-0, but grinded out a couple of big innings,” said Aces head baseball coach Wes Carroll. “Eric Roberts had a big day with 5 RBI’s and it was great to our offense step up in the first game of a weekend series. We need to be ready to play 1st pitch tomorrow.”

The Aces were tasked with overcoming an early deficit as Valpo pushed across two runs in the bottom of the first and three more in the second, all unearned that were generated following errors.

The battle back began in the fourth as Danny Borgstrom doubled to left center, scoring Simon Scherry. Following Borgstrom’s double, Eric Roberts drove a two-run home run to right, narrowing Valpo’s lead to just two at 5-3.

Valpo added an insurance run on a solo home run in the sixth, but Evansville had all the answers in the next two innings. A leadoff single from Brent Widder started what would be an explosive inning for Evansville. After a groundout advanced Widder to second, Valpo pulled starting pitcher Ryan Mintz. Evansville responded with back-to-back walks from Ben Komonosky and Troy Beilsmith to load the bases and force another change on the mound for the home team.
With the bases loaded, Tanner Craig pushed the Aces closer with a base hit to left, scoring Widder. Kenton Crews then tied the game with a bases loaded walk.

Continuing to bat with full bases, Simon Scherry was hit by a pitch, scoring Beilsmith and giving the Aces their first lead at 7-6 with still just one out. After an Evansville pop up put two outs on the board following another pitching change, Roberts added to his RBI total with a bases-clearing double, scoring three runs before being thrown-out trying to stretch his hit to a triple as the Aces earned a 9-6 lead.

The momentum continued to favor Evansville in the eighth as four-straight Aces reached base to open the inning. The bases were loaded following a pair of walks and a base hit, which Beilsmith took advantage of, ripping a double down the left field line, scoring Widder and Wilkes. Komonosky scored off a wild pitch during the next at bat and Crews flew out to right, scoring Beilsmith as the Aces took a 13-6 lead.

Starter Shane Gray’s day came to an end prior to the eighth inning, completing his outing with seven innings of work, allowing just one earned run and tallying three strikeouts.

Drew Dominik came on in relief and allowed just one hit over the final two innings, while recording a pair of strikeouts, inducing a double play to end the game in the ninth to hand Evansville a 13-6 win.

Evansville and Valparaiso return to the field on Saturday for a doubleheader beginning at Noon at Emory G. Bauer Field in Valparaiso, Ind.

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