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Economic Development Coalition Complete Merger
Economic Development Coalition Of Southwest Indiana, Growth Alliance For Greater Evansville, And Southwest Indiana Chamber Complete Merger
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (April 1, 2021) –Today, the Economic Development Coalition of Southwest Indiana, Growth Alliance for Greater Evansville, and Southwest Indiana Chamber – and their respective Boards – announce the official merge of the three organizations now operating in unison as the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (E-REP).
“Now is the right time for this new public-private partnership to seize the opportunities that build on the regional cohesion that our three organizations have cultivated,†said Jim Ryan, the initial chair of the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership. “We are coming together to build an organization that is greater than the sum of its parts; an accomplishment which we can all be proud.â€
The unified organization will work to advance regional prosperity and global relevance by building on the trusted relationships and legacy of its predecessor organizations. E-REP areas of impact include new business attraction, a focus in business retention and support of existing industry expansions, advancing pro-economy public policies, community development, entrepreneurship, talent attraction, quality of place enhancement, and strategies for regional growth.
“E-REP’S foundational principles are based on our commitment to equitable prosperity and to keeping small business front and center. We look forward to listening and learning from regional residents and businesses to deliver purposeful services that will enhance the quality of life and prosperity for all,†stated Tara Barney, Co-CEO of E-REP.
By unifying essential economic development functions into a single entity, the new organization will operate with a bolder vision, a stronger voice, and the ability to invest in larger regional development strategies adding value to residents and businesses.
“In a very competitive environment for talent and opportunity, working together will significantly strengthen our region’s capacity to promote the unique assets of the region and increase opportunities for measurable success,†said Greg Wathen, Co-CEO of E-REP.
Located at Innovation Pointe in downtown Evansville, the new partnership will operate within the Evansville MSA including Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh, and Warrick Counties. Among our partners are the Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center, area Chambers, local economic development organizations, WorkOneSouthwest, and other entities that strengthen the region’s opportunity to prosper.
Operating with a combined team of 24 subject-matter-experts, Evansville Regional Economic Partnership will be supported by a regional board of directors representing the public, private and non-profit sectors.
Alert: Consumer Products Recalled in March
Attorney General Todd Rokita is encouraging Hoosiers who purchased consumer products that were recalled in March to take advantage of the remedies available to them.
“Hoosiers, you do not have to put up with faulty products,†Attorney General Rokita said. “If something you purchased was recently discovered to be defective, don’t wait to act. Find out what the company that made the product is offering as a solution and take advantage of it.â€
The following consumer products were recalled in March, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission:
- Masi Evoluzione and Gran Corsa bicycles (model years 2017-2020) from Haro Bicycles
- Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles and ProXD Utility Vehicles from Polaris
- Cabina Bunk Beds from Casa Kids
- 6-Foot Seminar Tables from Lifetime Products
- Jennings Counter and Bar Stools from Hillsdale Furniture
- Revive Three-Wick Soy Candles from Melaleuca
- Closed-Course Competition Motorcycles from KTM and Husqvarna
- HR Platform Frames from Global Home Imports
- 10-Inch Hybrid Certi-PUR Certified Foam and Pocket Spring Mattresses from HOFISH
- Shepherd Boy Plush Toys with Wire Shepherd’s Staff from Parker Squared
- Evrysdi from Genentech
- illu-Mist Battery-Powered Garden Sprayers from HD Hudson
- YTL Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton 250cc engines from Briggs & Stratton
- Hog 100-pound Propane Cylinders from Flame King
- Birdie Belay Devices made by Beal Sas
- PureLine 1.5 HP Pool Pump Motors from Inyo Pool Products
- Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles and ProXD, Gravely and Bobcat Utility Vehicles from Polaris
- Closed-Course Competition Motorcycles from KTM, Husqvarna and GASGAS
If you believe you purchased a recently recalled product, stop using it. Then, check its recall notice (linked above for all aforementioned products) and follow the notice’s instructions. Generally, the instructions will include directions about where to return the product, how to get the product fixed, how to dispose of the product, how to receive a refund for the product, or what steps must be taken to receive a replacement product.
 Aces Take Down Loyola Behind Clutch Defense, Goal by Hill
 Aces Take Down Loyola Behind Clutch Defense, Goal by Hill
CHICAGO, Ill. – The University of Evansville women’s soccer team took down the undefeated Loyola Ramblers, 1-0, Saturday at Loyola Soccer Park. The win marks the second win against Loyola in program history and the first since 1993.
The game-winning goal came off the head of Emilie Hill at the 26:56 mark. The cross came off a corner kick and was assisted by Nicole Benati, marking the first assist for the Aces this season. The goal by Hill is her first career goal and the second goal of the season for UE.
Evansville saw impressive efforts from the backline and from the goal. Goalkeeper Michaela Till made 11 saves, including a massive stop during a penalty kick attempt at the end of the first half. Till and the rest of the Aces defense faced 20 shots from Loyola.
On offense, the Aces were efficient with five total attempts with four coming in the first half. Along with four corner kicks during the match.
Evansville will close out the regular season with a matchup against Indiana State on April 10 at home for senior day.
- INFO: For all of the latest information on University of Evansville athletics, visit GoPurpleAces.com or follow the program on Twitter via @UEAthletics.
- FUTURE UNAFRAID: To make a gift to the Future Unafraid initiative and contribute to the Purple Aces’ response to COVID-19, please visit UEAlumniOnline.com/FutureUnafraid
- SUPPORT: For information on giving to UE Athletics or its individual athletics programs, visit the SUPPORT tab on the top of GoPurpleAces.com.
Local Teachers Associations To Hold Fair Funding Rally in Evansville
Teachers Association leaders from Gibson, Pike, Posey, and Vanderburgh counties have organized a Red for Ed Week of Action for public school employees and supporters in the community to take place April 5-10. The week will culminate with a “Fair Funding Rally†at the Four Freedoms Monument in Evansville at 11 AM on Saturday, April 10. Several area teachers and ISTA President Keith Gambill are expected to speak at the rally.
The actions and rally are designed to raise awareness within the community regarding the failure of the state legislature to adequately fund public schools in the proposed state budget. The Association wants to send a clear message to area legislators to oppose the huge expansion of Indiana’s voucher program and a newly created Education Scholarship Account (ESA) program, says ISTA UniServ Director Mark Lichtenberg. “Every two years, Indiana’s legislature proposes yet another expansion of the voucher program while failing to provide public schools with enough funding to even keep pace with inflation,†he said. “No fair-minded individual can agree with a proposal that gives an almost 30% expansion in funding to vouchers while starving public schools that serve nearly 1 million Hoosier students.â€
The planned Week of Action includes activities for Association members and non-members alike, and leaders are hopeful community members will participate as well. Each day will have a color of the day, a social media share of the day, and particular area legislators to contact each day. “Strong public schools are a cornerstone of any vibrant community, and funding them fairly is not just a teacher issue, it is a community issue†said Lichtenberg. “Next Saturday’s rally at the Four Freedoms Monument is a way to take that message out of school buildings and into the public.†A Facebook event page has been created for the rally that will include daily updates throughout the week: https://fb.me/e/d2V2ujxN8
Across the state, over 170 school boards have passed resolutions denouncing the proposed expansion of Indiana’s school choice program and creation of an ESA program. The budget bill is currently working its way through the state Senate.
Providing Injured Canine Units Medical Attention
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Law enforcement agencies make substantial investments to train canines to help them solve crimes. These dogs are often viewed as fellow officers as they play an important role in daily operational tasks, including risking their lives alongside their human counterparts. As a result, they are sometimes injured while on duty and need medical attention quickly.
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Currently, emergency medical officials are not allowed to transport or treat wounded officer canines, even if a dog’s life is at risk. An officer with the Evansville Police Department brought this issue to my attention, explaining the time and money invested in the canines, and wanting to ensure their safety as well. To address this issue, I authored House Enrolled Act 1201, which would allow emergency personnel to transport or treat an injured police dog, as long as there is not an individual needing transportation or medical attention. Canine units would also have the opportunity to be transported to a veterinarian in an ambulance and receive medical attention from technicians to increase their chance of survival. |
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ALL ON TRIAL
ALL ON TRIAL
GAVEL GAMUTÂ By Jim Redwine
Rodney King, a Black man, was stopped for erratic driving and then beaten by white police officers in 1991. A videotape of the incident was repeatedly aired. The officers were found not guilty of any crimes by a jury. Riots ensued after the verdict.
Orenthal James Simpson, a Black man, was acquitted by a jury in 1994 of murdering two white people. We can only guess at what would have been the general reactions of America’s Black and white communities had O.J. been convicted. What does not require speculation was the avalanche of analysis of the meaning of the verdicts.
Michael Brown, a Black man, was stopped by a white police officer on August 09, 2014, in Ferguson, Missouri after Brown was accused of stealing a package of cigars. The officer shot and killed Brown. Riots and protests ensued after a grand jury and a prosecuting attorney decided to not charge the officer with any offense.
George Floyd, Jr., a Black man, died on May 03, 2020, after being detained by four police officers on the streets of Minneapolis, Minnesota for passing an allegedly counterfeit bill. A white police officer was videoed kneeling on Floyd’s neck. The contact lasted more than nine minutes and has been viewed by millions as was the low-speed chase of O.J. Simpson and the video of Rodney King. Derek Chauvin was the officer who knelt on Floyd’s neck. Chauvin’s trial on charges of murder is currently proceeding. The other officers are set to be tried separately. Many people are already speculating on the outcome of Chauvin’s trial. If convicted, his sentence and if not convicted the lack of any sentence, are already the stuff of dire predictions.
A friend of mine, a Black man, was sentenced to five years in prison for resisting his arrest by a white police officer during a domestic relations incident. I did not know the particular officer involved although in my seven years as a deputy prosecuting attorney and forty years as a judge I worked with hundreds of officers. My perspective on my friend’s incident came from his account. I did attend my friend’s sentencing where another friend of mine, the white judge, imposed a sentence on my Black friend in a courtroom filled with uniformed police officers standing side by side in a blue phalanx. Was the judge unfairly intimidated? Of course, I do not know. My guess is even the judge does not know. Having sentenced hundreds of people myself I cannot tell for sure if irrelevant factors such as politics, favor, intimidation, wrong or missing facts or prejudices based on my background unfairly influenced my judgments. Naturally, I, just as you Gentle Reader, honestly believe I can always be fair and impartial. My friend the judge undoubtedly felt the same. As do I, he will have to face his own doubts and demons during the middle of the night on these anguishing issues.
We are but tiny cogs in the great turning millstone of our justice system. And for matters occurring outside of court with its written laws and procedures, the possibility of bad decisions and reactions is even worse.
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