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Yesteryear: Jim Jackson

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Jim Jackson

by Pat Sides

James R. (Jim) Jackson was a fixture in Evansville’s theater community for several decades. A native of Missouri, he served in World War II and Korea before moving to California in the 1950s to pursue an acting career. There he met an aspiring actress, and after their marriage, they eventually moved to Evansville, her hometown.

The Jacksons soon became involved in the Evansville Civic Theatre, Newburgh Playhouse, and other theatrical groups. Jim Jackson was directing the theater program at Indiana State University-Evansville in the 1970s when he met Tom Angermeier. Together they organized Repertory People of Evansville, which entertained theater fans on the second floor of the Old Courthouse for many years.

On the occasion of RPE’s 25th anniversary in 1999, Jackson and Angermeier were named Sagamores of the Wabash, the highest honor an Indiana governor can confer.

This photo of Jackson is from the RPE Collection at Willard Library.

Marriage Licenses Issued For Vanderburgh County

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Marriage Licenses Issued

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD

EPD REPORT

Kenton Crews named MVC Player of the Week for second time

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Redshirt junior hit .733 as Aces ran to seventh-straight win
 

ST. LOUIS – For the second time this season, University of Evansville redshirt-junior Kenton Crews has been named Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Week, it was announced in a release by the Conference office.

The honor is the second for Crews in the last three weeks, after earning player of the week honors on March 22 following hitting for the cycle against Butler.

Helping Evansville to a weekend sweep of South Dakota State and now seven-straight wins, redshirt junior Kenton Crews continued his tear this season. On the weekend, Crews hit .733 at the plate, starting all four contests in center field, smashing four doubles, a triple, and home run, while generating seven RBI. This season, Crews is hitting a team-best .452, driving in 18 runs, to go along with 12 extra base hits and five stolen bases. Crews is 13th in the nation in batting average, 12th in slugging percentage, 19th in on-base percentage, and seventh in triples.

Evansville returns to action this weekend with its second road MVC series of the season at Bradley on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Dozer Park in Peoria, Ill.

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USI Baseball Team Finishes Homestand

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 University of Southern Indiana Baseball concludes its five-game homestand Tuesday evening by hosting Kentucky Wesleyan College for a 6 p.m. first pitch at the USI Baseball Field. The Screaming Eagles (11-11) are a perfect 4-0 during the homestand, have won seven-straight games, and are looking to get over the .500 mark overall for first time since February.

Following Tuesday’s game with KWC, USI starts a five-game road swing this weekend. The Eagles visit McKendree University April 9-11 for a GLVC four-game series before finishing the road swing at KWC April 13 for an afternoon contest. The schedule at McKendree is set for a 2 p.m. single game Friday; a noon doubleheader Saturday; and a noon single game Sunday.

USI, currently, is fourth in the GLVC Blue Division with its 9-7 conference record, one game behind third-place Lewis University (10-6 GLVC). Junior third baseman Michael Conner leads USI with a .366 batting average and 19 RBIs, while senior outfielder Manny Lopez has belted a team-high four home runs.

During the seven-game winning streak, senior outfielder Bryce Krizan is batting a team-best .526 (10-19) and six stolen bases. Krizan set the USI all-time record for stolen bases (87) versus the University of Missouri-St. Louis Sunday.

Conner and second baseman Ethan Hunter lead the squad with nine RBIs in the last seven games.

The Panthers of KWC (11-3) are on a roll, coming to USI with an eight-game winning streak. KWC also has won 10 of its last 12 games.

The Eagles hold a 98-66 overall series lead over the Panthers, but KWC took both games in the series in 2019, winning 12-7 in Owensboro and 9-4 at the USI Baseball Field. USI has won 11 of the last 14 meetings since 2012.

McKendree (10-10, 3-9 GLVC) will welcome the Eagles to Lebanon, Illinois, looking to break a four-game losing streak after dropping the series to Lewis University last weekend. The Bearcats also have lost four of the last six games leading up to the series.

USI leads the all-time series with McKendree, 30-13, after sweeping the three-game series from the Bearcats in 2019. The Eagles also have       won 12 of the last 13 match-ups with the Bearcats.

Attendance Policies:
For Tuesday’s game versus KWC, USI implemented a spectator policy in 2021at the USI Baseball Field due to COVID-19. For the safety and well-being of the players, coaches, and officials, the following guidelines have set in place:

  • Attendance has been increased to four pre-approved guests per USI student-athlete.
  • USI student attendance will be allowed and limited to the first 70.
  • Dugout Club and baseball sponsor attendance will be allowed and limited to 70.
  • Masks/face coverings for entry into the facility and must be worn at all times.
  • Social distancing must be observed at all times.
  • Visiting team fans are still prohibited at this time.

For the weekend road series, McKendree has the following fan policy:

  • Spectators will be allowed. Masking and social distancing guidelines will be enforced. There is no set capacity and admission will not be charged.
  • Capacity will be continuously monitored with social distancing considerations taken into account.
  • Fans are highly encouraged to bring folding chairs and distance throughout the outfield and foul territory. Bleacher seating will be very limited.

Fans also can catch all of the game coverage for the 2021, including live stats, video stream, and audio broadcasts, on GoUSIEagles.com. Selected games also can be heard on ESPN 97.7FM and 95.7FM The Spin.

Fans can watch free of charge on the GLVC Sports Network (GLVCSN), which is available both on your desktop, mobile/tablet devices, as well as four over-the-top (OTT) platforms (Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV and Apple TV). GLVCSN.com is the official website of the GLVC Sports Network, while the GLVCSN mobile app is available for iOS in the App Store and Android on Google Play. More information can be found at GLVCSN FAQs.

All broadcasts on GLVCSN are subject to weather or other unforeseen circumstances that could prevent the games from being broadcast.

Spencer Wagner earns top 10 at Murray State

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Aces come home in fifth place

 

DICKSON, Tenn. – University of Evansville golfer Spencer Wagner saved his best for last, shooting a 2-under 70 in the final round of the Murray State Invitational to finish in a tie for 10th place at Greystone Golf Club on Tuesday afternoon.

 

Ranking in 15th following Monday’s rounds, Wagner had an efficient day on the course with his 2-under round.  Wrapping up the tournament with a 213, Wagner tied for 10th place.  Carson Parker also had his top round of the event on Tuesday.  After carding scores of 72 and 73 in the opening day, Parker finished with a 1-under par 71.  His 216 tied him for 14th place.

 

Ranking third on the Purple Aces squad was Isaac Rohleder.  He posted a 3-over 75 in the last trip around Greystone to wrap up his three rounds with a 222.  Rohleder’s scores on Monday finished at 75 and 72.  He tied for 31st.  Michael Ikejiani wrapped up the tournament five strokes behind Rohleder with a 227.  The final round for him checked in at a 79.  His top performance on the weekend was an even 72 in the second round on Monday.

 

Jessie Brumley came in one stroke behind Ikejiani with a 228.  His final round finished at 76.  Caleb Wassmer made a huge jump in Tuesday’s action, posting an even round of 72 on his way to a 3-round total of 236.

 

Belmont took top honors on both the team and individual sides.  Led by medalist Evan Davis, the Bruins completed the tournament with an 844, three in front of UT Martin.  Southern Illinois was third with an 854.  Davis had another dominant round on Tuesday, shooting a 4-under 68 on his way to the individual championship.  He completed the three rounds with a 201, seven in front of his nearest competition.

 

UE finished in fifth place on the team charts, four in front of a tie between Murray State and Bellarmine and 11 ahead of MVC foe Bradley.  The Aces will be right back in Tennessee next week for the Big Blue Intercollegiate.  Hosted by Tennessee State, the tournament will be held on Monday and Tuesday.

Aces Ready for Regular Season Finale Against Indiana State

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University of Southern Indiana Softball looks to put an end to a four-game slide Saturday when it visits William Jewell College for a Great Lakes Valley Conference doubleheader in Liberty, Missouri.

The Screaming Eagles (5-14, 3-9 GLVC) also visit Rockhurst University for a conference twinbill Sunday in Kansas City, Missouri. First pitch for game one of both doubleheaders is slated for noon.

Spectator Policy
-William Jewell is allowing fans at softball, though seating may be restricted. Fans are encouraged to watch from their vehicles behind the outfield fence.
-Rockhurst is allowing spectators at its outdoor venues.

How to follow
Both of USI’s doubleheaders are on the GLVC Sports Network schedule this week, while live stats, if available, can be accessed through USI’s Softball Schedule Page on GoUSIEagles.com. USI Softball’s Twitter account (@USISOFTBALL) will have live updates throughout the contests, while @USIAthletics will provide periodic updates on its Twitter account throughout the games.

Notes
• On the road again. USI is on the road, once again, a place that has haunted the Eagles all season. USI 0-9 on the road this year, compared to 2-2 at neutral venues and 3-3 at the USI Softball Field.

• Snake bit. USI suffered three straight one-run losses last week to two of the top three teams in the GLVC standings in the University of Indianapolis and McKendree University. USI is 1-6 in games decided by one run and 1-7 in games decided by two runs or less. The Eagles also have lost four of those games in the last at-bat.

• Streaks end. Senior outfielder Alicia Webb (Elberfeld, Indiana) and freshman outfielder Mackenzie Bedrick (Brownsburg, Indiana) each saw impressive streaks come to an end during USI’s 5-4 game-two loss to McKendree on Saturday. Webb saw her career-high 22-game hitting streak come to an end as she went 0-of-4 at the plate, while Bedrick was thrown out trying to steal second for the first time this year, snapping a streak of 15 straight successful stolen base attempts. Webb’s hitting streak, which began with the last four games of the 2020 campaign, is believed to be the longest since Amber Huse hit in a program-record 27 straight games in 1994.

• Last week’s leaders. Sophomore second baseman Rachel Martinez paced the Eagles with a .385 batting average, going a combined 5-of-13 at the plate with a double, home run and two RBI. Bedrick hit .364 (4-14) with an RBI and four stolen bases.

• Season leaders. Bedrick leads the Eagles with a .424 batting average to go along with 18 runs scored and 16 stolen bases in 17 attempts. Webb is hitting .406 with eight doubles a home run and 12 RBI, while Martinez is hitting .339 with two doubles, a triple, two home runs and a team-high 13 RBI. Sophomore shortstop Jordan Rager (Fishers, Indiana) and sophomore first baseman Allie Goodin (Evansville, Indiana) are respectively hitting .328 and .319, with a combined 12 doubles and 18 RBI.

• Scouting the opposition (Jewell). The Cardinals are 8-18 overall and 7-7 in GLVC play heading into Saturday’s games. Senior infielder Allison Rawls is hitting .351 with five doubles, a triple, two home runs and 13 RBI to lead Jewell at the plate.

• Scouting the opposition (Rockhurst). The Hawks, who host McKendree Saturday, head into the weekend with a 14-8 overall record and 7-5 mark in GLVC play after a bye last weekend. The Hawks are getting outstanding pitching from senior Lexie Storrer (10-3, 0.93 ERA), as well as strong hitting from junior utility player Shelby Winkelman (.394 BA, 6 doubles, 1 HR, 14 RBI) and senior utility player Emily Clark (.392 BA, 6 doubles, 5 HR, 13 RBI).

• Up next. Looking forward, USI hosts six straight games at the USI Softball Field, beginning April 17 when the Eagles take on Southwest Baptist University.

Aces Ready for Regular Season Finale Against Indiana State

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. –  The University of Evansville women’s soccer team heads into the final regular season match against in state rival Indiana State at 4 p.m. with post-season seeding on the line at Arad McCutchan Stadium.

 

Evansville vs. Indiana State
Date | Time Wed., April 7 | 4 p.m.
Location Evansville, Ind.
Site Arad McCutchan Stadium
April 7 Evansville vs. Indiana State
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Evansville Women’s Soccer Site | Twitter | Schedule Poster | Record Book

 

Know the Aces

  • UE has clinched a spot in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament after their 1-0 win against Loyola last Saturday. Evansville currently sits in fourth place with one game to go and can earn at best the third seed and at worst the six.
  • The Purple Aces have a chance to host the quarterfinal match of the MVC tournament on April 11 with a win against Indiana State. Or a tie against Indiana State and a tie or loss for Valpo and a tie in the UNI vs. Drake match up.
  • Evansville took down the undefeated Loyola Ramblers, 1-0, on Saturday. This marked the second win against Loyola in program history, first since 1993 and the first since Loyola joined the Missouri Valley.
  • UE saw impressive efforts from the back line and from goal against Loyola. Goalkeeper Michaela Till made 11 saves including a massive stop during a penalty kick attempt late in the first half. Till and the rest of the Aces back line faced 20 shots from Loyola to hold up the shutout match. Till’s 11 saves are the most for a MVC goalkeeper this season.
  • Emilie Hill posted her first career goal against Loyola with a header at the top of the box at the 26:56 mark. The cross came off a corner kick and was assisted by Nicole Benati allowing Hill to head the ball in goal for the game winner. Hill’s goal was the second goal of the season for the Aces.
  • UE have started three goalies this season with Michaela Till, Lauren Fischer and Georgia Katsonouri all seeing complete game time. Between the three UE has only given up two goals, faced 80 shots and made 36 saves.
  • The defense has excelled in keeping the team in each contest it has played while the goalkeepers have averaged 8.00 saves per game.
  • UE boast the best defense in the MVC, ranking 2nd in the country in save percentage (.947), 10th in goals-against average (.305), 16th in shutout percentage (.667) and 35th in saves per game (6.00).
  • Sophomore goalkeeper Georgia Katsonouri and junior midfielder Reilly Paterson have been called up by their respective national teams. Katsonouri was a part of the Cyprus team back in November of 2020 to play in the UEFA Women’s Euro qualifiers. Paterson will join the Jamaican national team camp in April, with games being played in Spain.
  • Evansville entered year one under a familiar face in head coach Chris Pfau. Pfau was promoted to head of the Evansville’s women’s soccer program in December of 2019. Pfau, wo returned to the UE sideline as an assistant coach in May of 2019 will begin his second stint as the Aces head coach, serving at the top spot from 2005-07.

Know the Sycamores  

  • Opening up Missouri Valley Conference play, the University of Evansville women’s soccer team played to a scoreless draw on the road against Indiana State, Saturday night. The Purple Aces battled for 110 minutes, recording 12 shots with seven aimed at goal. Jayme-Lee Hunter led the way for the Aces, recording a career high and team season best five shots with three on goal.
  • Evansville holds a seven game win streak over Indiana State.
  • Indiana State has clinched the No. 2 seed in the Missouri Valley Conference Championship.

 

Colorado Man Arrested after Early Morning Chase

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Posey County – This morning at approximately 7:20, Detective Wes Kuykendall observed a silver 2016 Hyundai traveling through a yard and a ditch in a residential area near Jackson and Stevens Road, which is located north of Mt. Vernon. The driver of the Hyundai left the residential area and drove south on SR69 passing several vehicles on the shoulder before making an unsafe U-turn at Main and Lincoln in Mt. Vernon. Detective Kuykendall attempted to stop the vehicle for reckless driving, but the driver fled north on SR 69 reaching speeds over 90 mph. The vehicle continued east on SR 68 where Indiana State Police deployed stop sticks near SR 165. The vehicle struck the stop sticks, which disabled two of its tires. The driver continued south on SR 165 before losing control, leaving the roadway on the east side, and overturning just north of High School Road. The driver, who was identified as William M. Clanton, 51, of Golden, CO, was transported to Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville where he was treated and released for minor injuries. Clanton is currently being held on bond in the Posey County Jail.

Arrested and Charges:

  • William M. Clanton, 51, Golden, CO
  1. Resisting Law Enforcement, Level 6 Felony
  2. Reckless Driving, Class C Misdemeanor

Assisting Agency: Posey County Sheriff’s Office

                                                           All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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