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Rev. Stephen Brown Appointed To Sheriff’s Merit Board

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Sheriff Dave Wedding has appointed Reverend Stephen Brown to serve on the Sheriff’s Office Merit Board. Rev. Brown is a 1964 graduate of North High School, a United States Marine Corps veteran and worked for Alcoa for 40 years. Rev. Brown is a pastor at Friendship Southern Baptist Church and has served as a volunteer jail chaplain at the Vanderburgh County Jail since 1976. A lifelong resident, Rev. Brown and his wife Lille I. Moore-Brown raised three children in Evansville.

Sheriff Dave Wedding stated, “I first met Reverend Brown 40 years ago when he was ministering to inmates at the Vanderburgh County Jail. Since that time I have seen the positive influence Rev. Brown has had on those inmates wise enough to listen to his message. You don’t serve as a jail minister for over 40 years, with no pay, unless you have a true calling and a passion for the work.” Sheriff Wedding added, “I am honored to have Rev. Brown as a member of our Merit Board. His life experience and strong moral character will undoubtedly serve the merit board well.”

About the Sheriff’s Merit Board

The Sheriff’s Merit Board is defined by state law and is designed to prevent the hiring or removal of a sheriff’s deputy without proper cause. The Sheriff’s Merit Board consists of five members, three members appointed by the sheriff and two members elected by a majority vote of the sheriff’s deputies. The Sheriff’s Merit Board has jurisdiction over hiring, firing, demotion and serious disciplinary action involving sheriff’s deputies. The merit board system is designed to hold both sheriffs and sheriff’s deputies accountable through a transparent and fair process.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab” August 28, 2020

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Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab” August 28, 2020

“Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab” was created because we have a couple of commenters that post on a daily basis either in our “IS IT TRUE” or “Readers Forum” columns concerning National or International issues.
The majority of our “IS IT TRUE” columns are about local or state issues, so we have decided to give our more opinionated readers exclusive access to our newly created “LEFT JAB and Middle Jab and RIGHT JAB”  column. They now have this post to exclusively discuss national or world issues that they feel passionate about.
We shall be posting the “LEFT JAB” AND “MIDDLE JAB” AND “RIGHT JAB” several times a week.  Oh, “LEFT JAB” is a liberal view, “MIDDLE JAB” is the libertarian view and the “RIGHT JAB is representative of the more conservative views. Also, any reader who would like to react to the written comments in this column is free to do so.

EPA and USDA Announce Competition to Advance Agricultural Sustainability in the United States

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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the Next Gen Fertilizer Challenges, a joint EPA-USDA partnership and competition to advance agricultural sustainability in the United States. The competition includes two challenges that seek proposals for new and existing fertilizer technologies to maintain or improve crop yields while reducing the impacts of fertilizers on the environment.

“The shared goal here is to accelerate the development of next generation fertilizers for corn production that can either maintain or increase crop yields while reducing environmental impacts to our air, land, and water,” said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler.

“USDA is committed to encouraging the development of new technologies and practices to ensure that U.S. agriculture is socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable for years to come,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue. “This challenge will stimulate innovation and aligns with USDA’s Agriculture Innovation Agenda announced earlier this year.”

“By evaluating the efficacy of existing technologies while sparking research and development of new technologies, these challenges explore the potential innovation that can result from academia, industry, government, and NGOs working together to address the complex issues related to excess nutrients in our environment,” said Jennifer Orme-Zavaleta, EPA’s Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator for Science and EPA Science Advisor.

Along with EPA and USDA, the competition is coordinated with The Fertilizer Institute, the International Fertilizer Development Center, the National Corn Growers Association, and The Nature Conservancy.

The first challenge, the EEFs: Environmental and Agronomic Challenge, aims to identify existing Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers (EEFs) that meet or exceed certain environmental and agro-economic criteria. EEF is a term for new formulations that control fertilizer release or alter reactions that reduce nutrient losses to the environment. This challenge will not have a monetary prize, but winners will receive scientific evaluation of their product and recognition from EPA, USDA, and other collaborators and participants.

The second challenge, the Next Gen Fertilizer Innovations Challenge, aims to generate new concepts for novel technologies that can help address environmental concerns surrounding agriculture practices while maintaining or increasing crop yields. A panel of expert judges will review the submissions. Each winner will receive at least $10,000.

The Next Gen Fertilizer Challenges open today, August 26, 2020. Registrants must submit their entries by October 30, 2020, for the EEFs: Environmental and Agronomic Challenge and by November 30, 2020, for the Next Gen Fertilizer Innovations Challenge. Winners will be announced in the winter of 2021.

 

HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE

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Office Assistant/Scheduler
Swat Pest Management – Evansville, IN
$12 – $14 an hour
Swat Pest Management, a top 100 leader in the pest control industry, is always looking for qualified and dedicated individuals to join our growing team.
Easily apply
Aug 26
Receptionist
Heritage Woods of Newburgh – Newburgh, IN
Position provides reception, administrative, and secretarial support for the office. In addition to typing, filing, scheduling, performs duties such as…
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Aug 26
Administrative Assistant
AHA Now Counseling – Evansville, IN
$12.00 – $12.75 an hour
Counseling seeks a bright, eager, and professional Front Office Assistant for a part-time position in our office. Two-years previous office experience required;
Easily apply
Aug 24
Office Assistant
Matrix Transport Service LLC – Evansville, IN
We are looking for an Office Assistant to be responsible for handling clerical tasks in our office. You will be handling incoming phone calls and other…
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Aug 24
Part Time Receptionist/Administrative Support
Ivy Tech Community College 4.1/5 rating   922 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Part Time Hourly, Part Time Hourly – Temporary. Academic Advising/Academic Support, Administrative/Professional, Student Affairs/Student Services, Other.
Aug 26
FRONT DESK ASSOCIATE
Hokanson Companies, Inc. – Evansville, IN
Is hiring two part-time Front Desk Associates for an educational facility located in downtown Evansville, IN. Ability to recognize issues and report information…
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Aug 26
Executive Administrative Assistant
McBride Real Estate Group – Evansville, IN
$12 an hour
This person relishes the opportunity to build, implement, and manage multiple systems with minimal supervision. Oversight of contracts through closing.
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Aug 26
Medical Office Assistant
Deaconess Health System 3.7/5 rating   471 reviews  – Evansville, IN
We are looking for compassionate, caring people to join our talented staff of health care professionals as we continue to grow to be the preferred, regional…
Aug 20
Administrative Assistant
Deaconess Health System 3.7/5 rating   471 reviews  – Henderson, KY
We are looking for compassionate, caring people to join our talented staff of health care professionals as we continue to grow to be the preferred, regional…
Aug 20
Bookkeeper / Office Manager
Hobby Lobby 3.7/5 rating   4,194 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Responsive employer
Hobby Lobby is currently looking to fill a Bookkeeper position in our Evansville, IN store. The Bookkeeper will maintain the order in the office, conduct…
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Aug 26
Front Desk General Manager
Howard Johnson 3.6/5 rating   7,105 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Worked with Wyndham hotels before. Check In and check out. Sending out invoices for direct billing. High school or equivalent (Required).
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Aug 23
Medical Receptionist
EyeCare Consultants – Evansville, IN
$12 – $15 an hour
Our very busy Ophthalmology office has an opening for a Medical Receptionist. This position facilitates the patient registration and check-in process of the…
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Aug 23
Administrative Assistant
Medical Staffing Solutions LLC 3.5/5 rating   105 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$12 – $15 an hour
Medical Staffing Solutions, LLC is looking to hire a *full time FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST*. To add to our growing team in Evansville, IN!
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Aug 21
Administrative Finance Assistant
Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library 3.7/5 rating   3 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$13.24 – $19.86 an hour
I know that to a library user I am the library, whether I am on the job, riding a bus, or checking out at the grocery store. 200 SE Martin Luther King Jr.
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Aug 21
Administrative Assistant -Evansville, IN
KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY INC. 2.3/5 rating   3 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Prepare/Batch all invoices and send invoices. Whether you are taking your first step or your next step, you’ll find that a career at Koorsen Fire & Security is…
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Aug 20
Office Assistant (part-time)
High Point Child Care Learning Center 1.5/5 rating   6 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$9 – $10 an hour
We are currently looking for a part time Receptionist to work Monday-Friday, afternoon shift daily from 3:15-5:30 PM. Must work well with others.
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Aug 20
Juvenile Court Secretary
Vanderburgh County Public Defender Agency – Evansville, IN
$33,074 a year
Responsibilities include answering telephone and directing calls, greet clients, schedule conference room, monitoring of front entrance and reception area,…
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Aug 20
Office Administrator
Super Cutz Lawn Care LLC – Evansville, IN
$12 – $15 an hour
A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Super Cutz is looking for an office administrator that has prior office setting…
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Aug 25
DSS Medical Office Assistant
Deaconess Health System 3.7/5 rating   471 reviews  – Evansville, IN
We are looking for compassionate, caring people to join our talented staff of health care professionals as we continue to grow to be the preferred, regional…
Aug 20
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Reis Tire Sales, Inc – Evansville, IN
$10 – $12 an hour
Answering phone multi line phone system, working with the public, preparing invoices and checking out customers, basic A/P & A/R, figuring payroll hours,…
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Aug 20
Part-Time Receptionist
Expressway Auto Mall – Mount Vernon, IN
$9 an hour
Part-time will be approximately 15-20 hours a week and will include Saturday hours. In Mount Vernon is part of the fast-growing Expressway Automotive Group, a…
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Aug 25
Program Coordinator/Administrative Assistant – Expansion Program
The Arc of Evansville 3.2/5 rating   15 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Must be able to work nonstandard/flexible hours, including some weekend, evening, and holiday hours, in order to meet individual’s needs.
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Aug 25
Business Office Manager
North Park Nursing Center 3.1/5 rating   886 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Keeps abreast and maintains working knowledge of benefit administration, Resident Trust accounting, payroll processing and accounts payable processing.
Aug 25
Volunteer Executive Assistant (none paid position)
Global Black Gay Men Connect – United States
Remote work available
Regular duties include the following: Grants – Assist in researching and identifying grant opportunities that are aligned with the organizations mission and…
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Aug 19
Administrative Assistant – Evansville, IN
Kelly 3.9/5 rating   15,309 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Kelly Services is currently looking for Experienced Administrative Assistants in the Evansville, Indiana area. Are You Looking for What-s Next in Your Career?
Aug 7
Phone Receptionist/cashier
Parkway Pizza 4.2/5 rating   13 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$9 an hour
Average hours will be between 25-30 hours a week. Parkway Pizza is looking for someone to join our team. We have been a westside tradition for over 40 years.

ADOPT A PET

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Rory is a female tortoiseshell kitten! She is 3 months old. Her $60 adoption fee includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, and more. Inquire about adoption at www.vhslifesaver.org/adopt!

 

VANDERBURGH COUNTY ARREST WARRANTS

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

Vanderburgh County Awarded $250,000 COVID-19 Phase 2 Economic Development Relief Grant

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 Vanderburgh County, Indiana — The Vanderburgh County Commissioners have received federal grant funding of $250,000 from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) COVID-19 Phase 2 Response Program. This OCRA program is to assist businesses in retaining low-to-moderate (LMI) income jobs. The Vanderburgh County Small Business Recovery Grant Program has been created for small businesses, particularly those businesses in high risk categories: food and beverage, personal care, professional services, retail sectors and any other related small business that qualifies under the eligibility criteria. Funds can be used as working capital as they begin to reopen/resume operations, or to support remote work. No local match on behalf of the business is required and businesses are eligible even if they have received other COVID-19 relief funds.

 

“When ORCA relief funding became available, the Vanderburgh County Commissioners responded promptly to assist the county’s small business sectors and applied for the maximum amount of funding possible for our community. Vanderburgh County is very thankful to be awarded this funding from the Office of Community and Rural Affairs for the specific purpose of COVID-19 relief funding,” Vanderburgh County Commission President Jeff Hatfield stated. “The commissioners are always looking for tools and opportunities to make a positive impact on our community. One of the top priorities of the county is promoting local economic development. During COVID-19 this support is needed more than ever and this grant will provide some much-needed relief.” 

 

 Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible applicants until the $250,000 funding is depleted. Grants will be distributed to qualifying businesses hardest hit by the pandemic while also assuring that all corners of Vanderburgh County are represented. Business owners will be required, through the application process, to provide documentation that they meet the grant criteria, some of which includes having 25 or fewer full-time employees and an employee base that  is 51% or greater low-to-moderate income. 

 

 “Our small businesses make up the heart and soul of our county. I encourage any business that meets the posted grant criteria to apply,” Commissioner Ben Shoulder said. “Vanderburgh County businesses are struggling and this grant from OCRA provides us with an opportunity to provide some relief.” 

Commissioner Cheryl Musgrave is overjoyed with securing this very important grant opportunity. “I am optimistic that our community will come out strong to support and frequent our great local small businesses as they begin to reopen and resume operations. This grant is another step in our hope for recovery.” 

 

 

HEALTH DEPARTMENT UPDATES STATEWIDE COVID-19 CASE COUNTS

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Governor Announces State to Remain in Current Stage of Back on Track

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Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced that he will extend the state’s face covering mandate and continue Stage 4.5 of the Back On Track Indiana plan until Sept. 25.

Local governments may impose more restrictive guidelines.

Gov. Holcomb has used data to drive decisions since the state’s first case of the novel coronavirus in early March and he continues to do so. The state continues to monitor and respond to these four guiding principles:

 

  • The number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients statewide has decreased for 14 days
  • The state retains its surge capacity for critical care beds and ventilators
  • The state retains its ability to test all Hoosiers who are COVID-19 symptomatic as well as health care workers, first responders, and frontline employees
  • Health officials have systems in place to contact all individuals who test positive for COVID-19 and expand contact tracing

The Indiana State Department of Health is updating its color-coded county positivity map to evaluate each county based on three metrics.

The tracker will score counties as blue, yellow, orange or red, more easily allowing local officials to determine the best course of action. A current map is available here. The map will go live on the dashboard next week and be updated weekly.

Scoring does not trigger a state requirement of any action, but provides local information and recommendations based on:

  • Number of new cases in the past week per 100,000 residents
  • Percent positivity as determined by the number of positive tests divided by the total number of tests administered
  • The change in percent positivity from the previous week
    The new system is designed to help local and school officials understand and respond to the level of community spread in their county. The map will be available on the ISDH coronavirus dashboard next week.
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