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Bosse Field To Host ‘Field of Dreams’ Movie Night
Shooting at Enlow and Stringtown
 On October 4 around 10 p.m., the Evansville Police Department was called to the area of Enlow and Stringtown for a shots fired call.Â
 A female victim was later found in the area with a gunshot wound to her lower left leg. She was transported to the hospital by an ambulance.Â
 Information from the victim was very limited and no arrests have been made at this time. The Evansville Police Department’s Detective Office is asking that anyone who might have knowledge of this case to call 812-436-7979 or 1-800-78-Crime.
DR. WOODY MYERS HEADLINES EARLY VOTING EVENT IN EVV
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“IS IT TRUE” OCTOBER 5, 2020
We hope that today’s “IS IT TRUEâ€Â will provoke honest and open dialogue concerning issues that we, as responsible citizens of this community, need to address in a rational and responsible way?
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IS IT TRUE that last week’s presidential debate has finally created something that almost everyone in the United States can actually agree on?…there seems to be universal agreement that the debate of September 30, 2020, was the worst presidential debate that has ever been held?… President Trump interrupted either Joe Biden or moderator Chris Wallace more than 120 times?…not to be outdone Biden interrupted President Trump nearly 70 times, called him a clown, and told him to “shut up manâ€?…Trump countered with insults as well pointing out that Biden had a drug addict son who was tossed out of the military and greased with 3.5 million dollars from Moscow?… Trump also called Biden dumb?
IS IT TRUE to make things even more chaotic, President Trump has been diagnosed with the deadly COVID19 virus and was videoed working at a desk located at the private Presidential Suite at Walter Reed Hospital?…he must also be doing better because he is also been tweeting and has even taken a short photo-op trip around the hospital in his Presidential limousine to wave at his supporters?
IS IT TRUE we are told that during the next couple of days will be when we know if President Trump is going to recover quickly or be under more critical care for as much as 3 weeks?…it is even possible that his recovery will last until after the election?
IS IT TRUE that all human beings have flaws and being able to tolerate people who are less than perfect is the only way to live in peace?
IS IT TRUE several people are encouraging us to make an endorsement in the Indiana Governors race?  …our answer would have been “YES” if  Suzanne Crouch’s name was listed as a candidate for the Governor of Indiana?
IS IT TRUE we are hearing that the Mayors’ Re-Opening Evansville Task Force will soon announce some much-needed adjustment to their original plans? …we give this committee five (5) cheers for looking for creative ways of keeping local businesses open during the COVID-19 virus crises?
IS IT TRUE we get a kick out of career politicians when are they talking to the masses about the race issues and political, social, economic, judicial, and police injustices? …it’s even more intriguing when career politicians masterfully try to convince the masses that they understand and feel their grief, they understand their economic plight and suffering caused by racial injustice and institutional racism?
IS IT TRUE that we are told by a reliable source at the EVSC that School Superintendent Dr. David Smith may soon announce that no football fans will be allowed to attend future high school football games?
IS IT TRUE we would like to congratulate the candidates running for a position on the Vanderburgh County Council for conducting a positive issue-based campaign?
IS IT TRUE we just received the good news that former CCO Editor Joe Wallace no longer has the deadly COVID -19 Virus? Â …even the COVID -19 Virus couldn’t keep a good man down?
IS IT TRUE we give five (5) cheers to the management at Tropicana-Evansville for providing an extremely safe and clean environment so their partons can experience a gaming experience without the worry of attracting the COVID-19 virus?
IS IT TRUE we wonder what the Board Of Directors of the Evansville Museum has done with the multi-million dollars “PICASSO On Glass” painting?
IS IT TRUE that the Evansville city employee’s hospitalization fund has been insufficiently funded over several years? …the city’s hospitalization fund, from which city employee medical claims are paid, has had a negative balance of several millions of dollars over the last several years?  …we are now hearing that the city’s hospitalization fund will continue to be an issue in the proposed 2021 City budget? …all we can say is “very interesting?”
IS IT TRUE we are proud of the success of the Ivy Tech LPN Nursing students because every year they achieve an extremely high pass rate for their LPN State tests? …we would like to congratulate Ivy Tech-Evansville faculty for preparing the LPN student to pass this extremely challenging test?
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IS IT TRUE when the people fear the Government we have Tyranny! Â When the Government fears the people we have Liberty
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Community Leader and Prominent Businessman to seek Local GOP Chairmanship
(Wayne Parke is the current Chairman of the Vanderburgh County Republican Party and has remained silent about his intentions to seek another term as the local GOP party Chairmen)Â
October 1, 2020
Dear Fellow Republicans;
After the November 3rd elections, I’m going to announce my intention to run for Vanderburgh County Republican Party Chairman this coming Spring 2021!
I have secured the support of a number of high-profile Republicans on the city, county, and state levels.
I feel my skill sets and experience would fit the position well. I further believe that in an all-volunteer organization that it’s a bottom-up leadership scenario, meaning I would serve and answer to all good Republicans and PC’s.
Now, more than ever, we need to be a county party that is exciting, unified and something younger folks want to be apart of.
I would ensure we attract qualified, hard-working candidates, maintain Republican values, and raise the needed funding to operate our party.
Here are a few of my credentials and qualifications in case you are interested:
Married to Ashley, a cardiac Nurse Practitioner at St. Vincent, and father to Will, 23, and Addie 10.
A lifelong Northern Vanderburgh County resident. Central High School 88’ and the University of Kentucky 92’
Managing Partner at Hammer Property Group, a real estate investment company with substantial holdings in Vanderburgh and Warrick Counties, Indiana. Managing Partner at Roca Bar North, a McCutchanville restaurant and bar.
Employed part-time as the United States Senate Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) Evansville Area Representative.
Involved with numerous organizations and efforts including Winnecke for Mayor, FeedEvansville, Mickey’s Kingdom, Ziemer Society of St. Vincent, St. Ben’s Catholic Church, Southwest Indiana Chamber, the Vanderburgh County COVID-19 Task Force, A Hundred Guys Who Cook, A Hundred Guys Who Care. A community emcee for the St. Ben’s Mardi Gras Gala, the Multiple Sclerosis Gala, YWCA Legacy of Style, and Wesselman Woods Wandering Owl event.
As well as a founding member of Evansville’s Future PAC, the primary fundraising vehicle that supports Vanderburgh County Republican candidates.
Received the 2019 “Community Service Award” at the City-County Observer Awards Luncheon.
Finally, I hope I can count on your support and would appreciate any immediate feedback or thoughts you might have!
Regards,
Steve Hammer
Obituary Of Jennifer “Jenny” Blake
Obituary Of Jennifer “Jenny” Blake
Jenny Blake passed away on Saturday, October 3rd surrounded by her family.
Jennifer Jean Rayburn was born on November 10, 1948, in Evansville, Indiana. She was a devoted daughter to the late Charles Rayburn and Jean Bartholome Rayburn. She attended Holy Rosary Catholic grade school and graduated from Reitz Memorial High School in 1966.
She met the love of her life, Michael Francis Blake, at Holy Rosary Church in August of 1971. They married on February 17th, 1973, at St. Ben’s Catholic Church. Thus, began her career of 47 years as the ultimate caretaker. The true Matriarch of the Blake Family, Jenny’s love and devotion to their Father was the greatest gift she gave her children. Her incredible faith guided her through life as a truly “good and faithful servant.â€
Fiercely loyal and protective of her family and friends, everyone gravitated to Jenny’s listening ear. Her wisdom and insight, her darling “accent†and unending curiosity about whoever was lucky enough to be on the other side of the conversation with her was a gift. Her empathy and unconditional love and acceptance made her everyone’s favorite.
She was an avid reader, a true sports fan, and loved her social media. On Sundays after mass, you could count on her and Mike being glued to the TV watching football, specifically Tom Brady. She was the ultimate cheerleader for her children, whichever team they were playing or coaching for. She carried that on for her grandchildren, making every game she could or following online. She mastered the art of Twitter to stay up to date on all their games, and you could always count on a tweet or text win or lose, about how good you looked on the sideline or how well you played.
Jenny is survived by her husband, Mike, and their four children and their spouses. Christine and Jeff Utzinger, of Carmel, IN; Michael and Casey Blake, Evansville, IN; Billy and Beth Blake, Fishers, IN; and Patrick and Diana Blake, Richmond, KY. “Mimi†was the light of her nine grandchildren, Jennifer, Jeffrey, and George Utzinger; Millie, Mick, and Tommy Blake; and Ella, Will, and Charlie Blake and was each of their biggest fans.
She is also survived by her three incredible brothers, who dearly loved her and whom she adored, Chuck and Sheila Rayburn, Des Moines, IA; Mike and Sue Rayburn, Evansville, IN; and Pat and Kerrye Rayburn, Evansville, IN. She cherished the role of being “Aunt Jenny†to all her Rayburn nieces and nephews.
She is also survived by four sisters in law: Mary Catherine and (Jim) Stock, Naperville, IL; Pat and (Tom) Blake, Phoenix, AZ; Mary and (George) Blake, Western Springs, IL; and Pat and (Bill) Blake, Willow Springs, IL; and nineteen nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 6, 2020, from 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Ave. with a memorial service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue at St. Benedict Cathedral from 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, with a Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 9:00 a.m., Fr. Bernie Etienne officiating. Due to the current pandemic, the funeral service will be streamed live on the St. Benedict Cathedral and School Facebook page, beginning 5 minutes before the service.
Memorial contributions may be to St. Vincent de Paul Crisis Fund, 809 N. Lafayette St., Evansville, IN, 47711.
Our family wishes to express our sincerest appreciation to the entire medical staff at Ascension Hospital of Evansville, particularly the COVID ICU Unit.
Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.
To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Jennifer “Jenny” Blake please visit our Sympathy Store.
Stay Safe On The Road – Look Out For Deer
Deer-vehicle accidents can be minimized by practicing good defensive driving skills.
Staying aware and keeping the following information in mind can help motorists reduce their chances of becoming another deer-vehicle collision statistic:
- Deer are most active at dawn and dusk.
- Deer often travel in groups. If you see one deer, another is likely nearby.
- Be especially careful in areas where you have seen deer before.
- Use high beams when there is no opposing traffic. Scan for deer’s illuminated eyes or dark silhouettes along the side of the road.
- If you see a deer, slow your speed drastically, even if it is far away.
- Exercise extreme caution along wooded edges, at hills, and during blind turns.
- Never swerve to avoid hitting a deer. Most serious crashes occur when drivers try to miss a deer, but hit something else.