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Otters President John Stanley to serve a one-year term as Frontier League Board President

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The Frontier League and the Evansville Otters have announced that Otters President John Stanley will serve a one-year term as President of the Board of Directors of the Frontier League in addition to his duties as the Otters’ organizational president.

Stanley’s term as the League’s president is effective immediately.

“I am thrilled and flattered to serve a term as Frontier League President during this challenging and exciting time in the Frontier League’s history,” Stanley said. “The League’s owners and directors are very motivated, as evidenced by the League’s recent expansions and partnership with Major League Baseball.”

Stanley is in his fourth year of leadership work with the Otters, which has included guidance during Bosse Field’s recent renovations and leading the franchise to being named the Frontier League’s Organization of the Year in 2019.

“John assumes the presidency of the league on the cusp of major realignments in professional baseball,” Otters Owner Bill Bussing said. “As North America’s largest independent professional baseball league, the Frontier League is poised to play a pivotal role. I can’t think of a more qualified person to assume the presidency than John, given his background in banking and athletics. He was instrumental in our merger with the Can-Am League in 2019 and now faces an even bigger opportunity.”

The news comes following the announcement that Rich Sauget Sr. is retiring as Frontier League Board President. Sauget is the third President in League history. He has held the position since November of 2003.

“It has been an honor to serve the Frontier League,” Sauget said. “I want to thank all of the players, administration, and other owners of the league, as well as all the Gateway Grizzlies family. My experiences and the relationships built during my tenure as President of the Frontier League have been some of my fondest in baseball. The future of the Frontier League and its partnership with MLB is exciting for the league and its teams. I’m confident the league will continue to reach new heights.”

“I have known Rich since I was five years old,” Frontier League Commissioner Bill Lee said. “Not only do I respect him as a business and community leader, but he is also one of my dearest friends. I cannot thank him enough for all the time, effort, and dedication that he has put into the League since he joined. He has been a leader in making the League what it is today, we are much better because of him.”

“Rich has been a highly respected leader in his community and the League for many years,” Stanley said. “His temperament, character, and business acumen are among a long list of positive traits that have made Rich an outstanding President for the Frontier League. I have thoroughly enjoyed our personal and professional relationship. I offer congratulations from all of the League members, for the many accomplishments achieved during his leadership tenure.”

In recent years, the Frontier League’s geographical reach has grown rapidly with three teams in Canada, and markets in Chicago, New York, New Jersey, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Cleveland and St. Louis.

Going forward into 2021, the Frontier League will examine expansion opportunities with potential changes to the structure of MLB and MiLB, refine the partnership arrangement with MLB, develop safe strategies to conduct a 2021 season in this era of COVID-19, enhance the marketing of the League, and construct the rules and playing schedule for 2021.

“Everyone involved is extremely hopeful we can conduct a safe season for fans in 2021,” Stanley said. “Personally, the Otters’ staff and ownership are very anxious to have a new year to show off Bosse Field’s new features that we know our fans will absolutely love.”

 

EPA Awards $2.5 Million to the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs for Farmworker Pesticide Training

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 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs (AFOP) to receive up to $500,000 annually to conduct pesticide safety training across the country over the next five years. With EPA funding, AFOP will administer this grant to provide occupational health and safety trainings to migrant and seasonal farmworkers in more than 25 states through a network of over 200 trainers.

“EPA is pleased to continue working with the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs as we work toward our common goal of protecting our farmworkers and their families,” said EPA Assistant Administrator for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention Alexandra Dapolito Dunn. “This exciting partnership complements our Agricultural Worker Protection Standard perfectly and will develop national pesticide safety training, education, and outreach for farmworkers and their families in rural agricultural areas.”

“AFOP is delighted to continue working with EPA to provide pesticide safety instruction to the nation’s farmworkers. Together with EPA, we touch real lives by empowering agricultural workers with the knowledge they need to better protect themselves, their homes, and their families from pesticide exposure,” said AFOP Executive Director Daniel Sheehan. “Agriculture is ranked consistently as one of, if not the, most dangerous of occupations. Through EPA’s support, AFOP is able to help make that job a whole lot safer.”

As the recipient of the cooperative agreement, AFOP will continue to enhance safe working conditions for agricultural workers at local, state and national levels, with targeted outreach to low-income, low-literacy, and non-English speaking farmworkers.

Through its previous 2015-2020 cooperative agreement with EPA, AFOP trained 184,000 farmworkers and 30,000 children on pesticide safety. This work was made possible through EPA’s National Farmworker Training grant program which focuses on training educators to teach agricultural workers and their families how to reduce the risks from pesticide exposure. For more information, visit EPA’s Pesticide Safety Worker Cooperative Agreements webpage.

 

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Owensville Woman Arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Methamphetamine

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Last night at approximately 8:45, Trooper Vennekotter stopped the driver of a 2001 Jeep Cherokee for failing to signal properly at the intersection of South Main Street and East Strain Street in Fort Branch. The driver was identified as Tara Leigh Crowley, 35, of Owensville. During the traffic stop, Crowley displayed signs of impairment and failed field sobriety tests. Crowley was transported to Gibson General Hospital where further investigation revealed she was under the influence of methamphetamine. Crowley was arrested and taken to the Gibson County Jail where she is currently being held on bond.

Arrested and Charge:

  • Tara Leigh Crowley, 35, Owensville, IN
  1. Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated (Methamphetamine), Class C Misdemeanor

Arresting Officer: Trooper Alex Vennekotter, Indiana State Police

Assisting Officer: Trooper Jordan Lee, Indiana State Police

HEALTH DEPARTMENT UPDATES STATEWIDE COVID-19 CASE COUNTS

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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VANDERBURGH COUNTY RECENT BOOKING RECORDS

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COVID-19 Dominates Organization Day At The Statehouse

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COVID-19 Dominates Organization Day At The Statehouse

November 19, 2020
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By Taylor Wooten and 
Thomas Samuel
TheStatehouseFile.com

INDIANAPOLIS — Organization Day Tuesday was quickly overtaken by COVID-19 as Democrat lawmakers fought for a mask requirement for the House, two Republican legislators pushed to terminate the public health emergency, and another representative announced that she had been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.

During House Minority Leader Phil GiaQuinta’s virtual press conference following adjournment, state Rep. Robin Shackleford, D-Indianapolis, said that her sister tested positive for COVID-19 and had just contacted her about it. Shackleford said it was an example of the unexpected nature of the virus and showed why the legislature needed to set procedures related to COVID-19.

Members in the House of Representatives listen during Organization Day at the Statehouse, Tuesday, Nov. 17, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, Pool)

Organization Day is usually routine, with newly-elected members and leadership being sworn into their positions and then dismissing until the regular session begins in January. But the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic created new challenges for lawmakers as they maintained a social distance from each other while conducting the business of the General Assembly.

In the House, after members were sworn in, Rep. Matt Pierce, D-Bloomington, proposed an amendment to the House rules that would require all representatives to wear masks or face punishment. Everyone wore a mask except newly-elected Rep. John Jacob, R-Indianapolis, and Rep. Curt Nisly, R-Milford.

The resolution read:  “A member refusing to comply shall face the remaining members who will determine whether a fine, censure or other penalties should be imposed.”

The resolution failed to pass, but it is recommended that legislators wear masks or face coverings.

Jacob and Nisly were also the co-authors of the resolution to terminate the public health emergency order issued by Holcomb. The resolution was not discussed or voted on publicly, and House Speaker Todd Huston said it would be discussed further at a later date.

After the Senate concluded its opening day activities, Senate President Pro Tempore Rodric Bray, R-Martinsville, said that the legislative session will include some revisions to the governor’s powers to declare a state of emergency.

“Those powers were drafted contemplating tornados, a fire, an earthquake or things of that nature that are short-term issues,” Bray said, adding that it was never anticipated that an emergency would last more than six months.

The emergency public health orders that Gov. Eric Holcomb put in place has been extended repeatedly since March as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise.

COVID-19 won’t be the only issue that lawmakers will be facing in the 2021 session when the state’s two-year budget will be written. Huston, in a press conference after the session, said other issues include rural broadband, public health, infrastructure development, and K-12 and higher education.

Bray said maintaining funding for the school is a priority, but added that lawmakers won’t make final decisions until after the revenue forecasts in December and April.

He also said there is a team working on the issue of teacher pay and they are trying to combat the teacher shortage in Indiana.

Taylor Wooten and Thomas Samuel are reporters for TheStatehouseFile.com, a news website powered by Franklin College journalism students.

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SMART USE OF ANTIBIOTICS LEADS TO BEST CARE INDIANAPOLIS

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Antibiotics save lives and are critical tools for treating a number of common and more serious bacterial infections, but improper use of these medications can lead to drug resistance that can be life-threatening. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) calls resistance to antibiotics one of the most urgent threats to public health.

U.S. Antibiotics Awareness Week, which runs from Nov. 18 to 24, is an opportunity to learn about good antibiotic prescribing practices and use. Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them. Each year in the United States, at least 2 million people become infected with bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics, and at least 23,000 people die as a direct result, according to the CDC. Many more die of complications from antibiotic-resistant infections.

“Antibiotics are an essential part of combatting a number of common infections, including pneumonia and sepsis,” said Indiana State Health Commissioner Kris Box, M.D., FACOG. “It’s equally important to ensure that they are used properly so these drugs will continue to be effective.”

The CDC says at least 30 percent of the antibiotics in outpatient settings nationwide are prescribed unnecessarily. Improving the way healthcare professionals prescribe antibiotics, and the way patients use antibiotics, will help keep Hoosiers healthy, prevent fight antibiotic resistance, and ensure that these lifesaving medications will be available for future generations.

The best ways to help prevent the spread of antibiotic resistance are to:

  • Talk to your healthcare provider about measures to relieve symptoms without using antibiotics.
  • Take prescribed antibiotics exactly as directed by your healthcare provider.
  • Never pressure your healthcare provider for an antibiotic prescription.
  • Never save antibiotics for the next time you’re sick.
  • Remember that antibiotics won’t make you feel better if you have a virus.
  • Stay healthy and keep others healthy by cleaning hands, covering coughs, staying home when you are sick and getting recommended vaccines.
  • This is the week to be antibiotics aware for year-round smart use and best care. Visit www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use to learn more about antibiotic prescribing and use.

UE Virtual High School Changemaker Challenge Offers Full Tuition Scholarships

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The University of Evansville (UE) is pleased to announce the upcoming sixth annual High School Changemaker Challenge, sponsored by Toyota, will be held virtually this year. Any high school junior or senior in America and around the world is invited to participate for a chance to win one of several four-year, full tuition scholarships.

In previous years, teams of students have submitted projects for the High School Changemaker Competition. This year, due to the difficulties of gathering amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the challenge will seek online entries from individual students and judging will be conducted virtually.

“As an Ashoka U Changemaker Campus, we wanted to adapt and find creative ways to make this event possible for high school students,” said Erin Lewis, interim director for UE’s Center for Innovation & Change. “We believe everyone can be a changemaker, and offering the competition virtually allows anyone in the world to share their idea to create positive change.”

A virtual session will launch the event and is scheduled for Friday, November 20, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. The Zoom meeting will be led by Lewis; Zac Parsons, local entrepreneur; and Robert Lopez, a former competitor and current UE student. To register, visit evansville.edu/cc-hs.

Students can submit an idea spanning several categories, from health and social justice to environmental and regional issues (ideas tackling something Evansville-specific).

Winning students in each category who choose UE as their college destination will receive four-year scholarships to attend UE as listed below:

  • 1st place: Full tuition
  • 2nd place: $18,000 tuition and $5,000 housing per year
  • 3rd place: $13,000 tuition and $5,000 housing per year

“The High School Changemaker Challenge gives students the opportunity to make their dream a reality,” said Jill Griffin, interim vice president for enrollment and marketing. “Our hope is that this competition inspires a generation of youth to think big and positively impact the world around them.”

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