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Blazer big bats lead VU to doubleheader split

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Blazer big bats lead VU to doubleheader split

VINCENNES, Ind. – The Vincennes University baseball team opened another Mid-West Athletic Conference series weekend Friday afternoon at Jerry Blemker Field.

The Blazers played host to Lewis & Clark Community College from Godfrey, Ill. in the annual ‘Battle of the Trailblazers’.

Vincennes was able to battle back and split the first two games of this four-game weekend series, falling in game one 10-2 before bouncing back and taking game two of the day 13-3.

VU got the day off to a good start in game one, breaking onto the scoreboard in the first inning after a double by freshman Jevan Andrews (Hobart, Ind.), who later scored on a well-executed double steal with sophomore Nate Montgomery (Lexington, Ind.).

Lewis & Clark would immediately answer back with a big second inning, scoring five runs in the second and adding one more in the third to take a 6-1 lead.

L&C continued to add to their lead late in the game with another run in the sixth and three more in the eighth, extending their advantage to 10-1.

VU came to the plate in the eighth needing two runs to extend the game and got off to a great start with a leadoff double by Jevan Andrews, his second double of the game, followed by an RBI single by sophomore Corbin Napier (Indianapolis, Ind.) to cut the deficit to 10-2.

This would be the only run of the inning for the Trailblazers though, as Lewis & Clark was able to settle in and close out the 10-2 game one victory over Vincennes.

Sophomore Carson Allen (Louisville, Ky.) got the start on the mound for the Trailblazers in game one, settling in after a tough second inning to throw six innings, allowing seven runs on nine hits and striking out five.

Sophomore Yancey Edlin (Pekin, Ind.) came in for VU in relief, throwing two innings, allowing three runs on four hits and striking out one.

“We’ve got to step up and play prior to giving up a bunch of runs on a crooked number,” VU Head Baseball Coach Chris Barney said. “After the first two innings Carson Allen really settled in but he’s got to get settled in right from the start.”

“Then we’ve got to step up when we’ve got opportunities to score runs,” Barney added. “I think we had three two-out hits with no one on base out of the six hits that we had. So we’ve got to do a better job of getting on base, moving guys around and continuing to be aggressive.”

Vincennes would look to bounce back and even the series in game two, with Lewis & Clark striking first in the top of the first, scoring one run in the inning.

VU would respond in the bottom half of the inning in a big way, getting eight of their first 10 batter to reach base in the inning, including singles by sophomores Bradyn Douglas (Frankton, Ind.) and Nate Montgomery.

A walk by freshman Jaret Phillips (Jeffersonville, Ind.) loaded the bases for sophomores Damon Kay (Spencer, Ind.) and Noble Johnson (Terre Haute, Ind.) to drive in runs on bases loaded hit by pitches.

Sophomore Yancey Edlin followed this with an RBI single before freshman Jakob Hoyer (Georgetown, Ind.) coming through with a two-RBI single.

Bradyn Douglas kept the inning going with an RBI single, his second hit of the inning to put the Blazers on top 6-1 after a busy first inning on the base paths.

Lewis & Clark would respond with a run in the second, which VU countered with another big inning oft their own.

Nate Montgomery and Jaret Phillips led off the inning with singles, with Montgomery coming in to score on a wild pitch, just before Damon Kay was hit by pitch for the second time in the game.

Freshman Carter Gricius (Scottsburg, Ind.) cleared the bases in a big way, launching a big three-run home run, his first of the season, to increase the VU lead to 10-2.

Yancey Edlin kept the scoring going later in the inning with a solo home run of his own, his first of the season and first collegiate home run to put the Blazers up 11-2.

VU would get another run in the third after a lead off double by Jevan Andrews, who would score on a groundout by Jaret Phillips.

Lewis & Clark got a run of their own in the fourth, which was again immediately answered by the Trailblazers in the bottom of the fourth after Noble Johnson got a double and came around to score on a sacrifice fly by Yancey Edlin, his third RBI of the game.

Vincennes was able to hold Lewis & Clark off the scoreboard in the fifth to close out a strong 13-3 victory for VU.

Sophomore JD Bowser (Mt. Carmel, Ill.) got the start on the mound for Vincennes in game two, throwing a five-inning complete game, allowing three runs, two earned on four hits and striking out five.

“First this game started on the mound,” Barney said. “JD Bowser gave us a chance, didn’t give up a crooked number in the first two innings and only gave up three runs in five innings and only two of them were earned.”

“Offensively it was timely hitting and taking advantage of their walks and hit by pitches, which is something that teams have been doing to us,” Barney added. “We’ve just got to build on this and build some momentum and get feeling a little bit better about ourselves moving into tomorrow.”

The Trailblazers will look to build on this momentum as the two teams head back to Jerry Blemker Field tomorrow, Saturday, March 15 for the final two games of this MWAC Conference series.

Game time tomorrow is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. but can be pushed back to 10 a.m. depending on rain Friday night and forecast for Saturday evening.

“We’ve just got to play well right from the get-go,” Barney said. “Our pitching staff has got to give us a chance. Our hitters have got to continue to step up. We’ve played alright defense. We’ve got Colton Okes on the mound tomorrow in game three. We are going to shoot for a 9:30 start but we may move it back to 10 if we get more rain tonight that we anticipate. Then game four’s starter is still to be announced. Our guys have got to respond and figure out a way to get two more wins and win the series tomorrow.”

VINCENNES BOX SCORE

GAME ONE

Lewis & Clark – 051   001   03 – 10

VU (8-11, 0-5) – 100   000   01 – 2

VINCENNES HITTING

2B – Andrews 2, Johnson 2. RBI – Napier. HBP – Montgomery. SB – Andrews, Montgomery.

GAME TWO

Lewis & Clark – 110   10 – 3

VU (9-11, 1-5) – 651   1x – 13

VINCENNES HITTING

2B – Andrews, Johnson. HR – Gricius, Edlin. RBI – Gricius 3, Edlin 3, Hoyer 2, Douglas, Phillips, Kay, Johnson. HBP – Kay 2, Johnson. Sac Fly – Edlin. SB – Douglas 2, Hoyer, Montgomery.

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The Vincennes University baseball team improves to 9-11 on the season, with a 1-5 record in MWAC Conference play.

Risk of Severe Weather Overnight Friday Night

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The National Weather Service predicts that severe storms will affect the entire Evansville area on Friday evening and Friday night.

Part of the concern is the timing of the storms, likely between 11 p.m. Friday and 5 a.m. Saturday. There’s also a second round of severe weather possible midday Saturday.

The primary hazards will be widespread damaging winds and tornadoes, according to the weather service. The potential exists for what the agency classifies as “significant severe weather,” including winds of 70-75 mph (hurricane-force winds) and tornadoes that rate as EF2 or higher.

CenterPoint Energy actively monitoring severe weather threat forecasted for southwestern Indiana

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CenterPoint Energy actively monitoring severe weather threat forecasted for southwestern Indiana

CenterPoint Energy is closely monitoring weather forecasts and preparing for potential storm impacts in southwestern Indiana. According to the National Weather Service, there is potential for severe weather beginning Friday evening as a cold front moves through. The forecast is calling for damaging wind gusts, severe thunderstorms and a chance of isolated tornadoes.

CenterPoint’s operations and Emergency Preparedness & Response teams are leading the company’s preparedness efforts as they monitor conditions and review readiness plans for possible severe weather.

“We are closely watching the evolving forecast and taking the necessary precautions to be ready for any potential outages or impacts,” said Shane Bradford, CenterPoint’s Vice President, Indiana Electric. “Our teams are focused on preparing our operations so that we can respond safely and as quickly as possible if conditions warrant action.”

CenterPoint’s storm preparation efforts

As part of its preparations, CenterPoint is taking steps to enhance its readiness and support restoration efforts:

  • Monitoring internal weather analysis, along with reports from the National Weather Service and local weather outlets.
  • Taking inventory of materials and readying equipment to support potential system repairs.
  • Evaluating timing and initial plans for mobilizing crews and resources based on forecasts.

Understanding power restoration and potential repairs

As part of its proactive communication ahead of the storm, CenterPoint is reminding customers how power restoration is prioritized in the event of service interruptions due to severe weather. Restoration efforts begin with critical infrastructure, followed by repairs that restore service to the greatest number of customers before addressing individual outages.

Safety and preparedness tips

CenterPoint encourages customers to take steps to prepare for severe weather:

  • Stay informed: Monitor local weather updates and alerts from the National Weather Service. Follow CenterPoint on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) for updates.
  • Downed power line safety: Stay at least 35 feet away from downed power lines and report them by calling 800-227-1376.
  • Prepare an emergency kit: Keep flashlights, batteries, water, medications and a battery-powered phone charger ready.

Electric customers encouraged to enroll in Power Alert Service ®

Customers are encouraged to enroll in Power Alert Service® to receive outage details, estimated restoration times, as available or determined, and customer-specific restoration updates in the event of severe weather. With the option to receive updates via phone call, text or email, Power Alert Service® helps keep customers informed of restoration progress during an outage event.

Customers can get storm-related electric, natural gas and flooding safety tips at CenterPointEnergy.com/StormCenter.=

Illegal gambling website rolls the dice trying to mislead Hoosiers into thinking it’s affiliated with Indiana’s licensed casinos

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Illegal gambling website rolls the dice trying to mislead Hoosiers into thinking it’s affiliated with Indiana’s licensed casinos

Attorney General Todd Rokita and the Indiana Gaming Commission are alerting Hoosiers to an illegal gambling website and social media ads posing as licensed Indiana casino companies to deceive consumers.

Ads identified on the social media platform Facebook, owned by Meta, are using the names and branding of various Indiana casinos without authorization to trick Hoosiers into thinking that it is a legitimate online gaming site and includes those protections.

The Office of the Attorney General and Indiana Gaming Commission are seeking action against the entities responsible for the deceptive ads identified on the social media platform Facebook, owned by Meta.

In Indiana, the only online gambling that is currently authorized and regulated by the Indiana Gaming Commission is sports wagering. Consumers should follow these simple steps before providing any personal or payment information.

  • Before clicking on a social media ad, view “About the advertiser” and confirm the profile name matches the company name. Click here to view example
  • Watch out for ads running under generic names like “Online Games.”
  • Make sure online ads link to the company’s official website URL. You can always go directly to the company’s website if you are unsure.

Individuals who suspect illegal gambling activity are encouraged to report it to the Indiana Gaming Commission via its confidential hotline at 1(866) 610-TIPS or online at https://www.in.gov/igc/tip-line/

UE men’s basketball to play in 2025 Paradise Jam

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UE men’s basketball to play in 2025 Paradise Jam

Aces will travel to U.S. Virgin Islands 

The University of Evansville men’s basketball team will be one of eight teams set to participate in the 2025 U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam men’s basketball tournament.  This year’s tournament will take place from November 21-24 in St. Thomas.

Joining the Purple Aces in the tournament will be Akron, College of Charleston, Green Bay, Iona, Oregon State, UMass, and Yale.  The Eldridge Blake Sports and Fitness Center on the campus of the University of the Virgin Islands will be the host facility for the event.

UE is in the process of putting travel packages together for fans to travel to the tournament.  Please contact Logan Belz at 812-488-2623 to be placed on a list to be notified when that information is available.

This season marks the 26th time the tournament has been held and will be the first time the Aces have participated.  Brackets will be released after the conclusion of all 2025 postseason men’s basketball tournaments.  Pairings will be determined using a combination of NET rankings, and RPI.

-www.GoPurpleAces.com-

Explore Evansville Wins Best Eclipse Promotion at the Indiana Tourism Conference

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Explore Evansville Wins Best Eclipse Promotion at the Indiana Tourism Conference

Explore Evansville has been honored with the Best Eclipse Promotion for Small Markets award at the 2025 Indiana Tourism Association Conference. This award recognizes a community’s comprehensive planning, promotion, and execution of activities surrounding the 2024 total solar eclipse.
Evansville’s strategic approach highlighted the city as a premier viewing destination, ensuring a safe and engaging experience for residents and visitors alike. Through collaborative partnerships with local businesses, attractions, and community organizations, the campaign featured extensive marketing efforts, educational programming, and special events designed to maximize visitor experience and economic impact.
“We are honored to receive this recognition for our eclipse promotion,” said Kate Reibel, Director of Marketing & Development of Explore Evansville. “This award reflects the hard work of our team and the incredible support from local partners who helped make the eclipse a memorable and well-organized event for both residents and visitors.”
The Indiana Tourism Association’s annual awards celebrate excellence in destination marketing, visitor engagement, and community collaboration. Explore Evansville’s innovative campaign not only positioned the city as a must-visit location for eclipse enthusiasts but also reinforced its reputation as a vibrant tourism destination.

Four returners re-sign for 2025 Otters season

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Four returners re-sign for 2025 season
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the re-signings of OF Mason White, LHP Grif Hughes and RHPs Chip Korbacher and Ryan Wiltse.

“All four of these guys are set up for highly successful second professional seasons,” Otters’ Field Manager Andy McCauley said. “I know all four of them will show up to spring training ready to work hard and make immediate impacts.”

White, who grew up in Evansville, attended Evansville Central High School. He began his collegiate career at Southeastern Illinois College in the fall of 2018. After a pair of seasons with the Falcons, White transferred to Indiana University Southeast. In his senior campaign, he put together a .430 batting average, with 95 hits, 65 runs scored, 19 home runs, 75 RBIs and 33 walks with just 32 strikeouts while the Grenadiers advanced to the NAIA World Series.

White joined the team midseason last year on May 31, just after the NAIA World Series run. In his debut professional season, White put together a .255 batting average with 19 walks, 59 hits, 15 doubles, a triple and five home runs. On the base paths, he was 17-19 on stolen bases attempts.

Grif Hughes, a native of Knoxville, TN, returns for his second professional season in 2025. He made 36 appearances last year, collecting a 3.07 ERA. In 44 innings of work, he allowed 18 runs (15 earned) with 17 walks and 61 strikeouts.

Prior to his time in Evansville, Hughes attended Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, TN. In four seasons with the Eagles, he appeared in 63 games, putting together a 5.48 ERA. Across 120 innings, Hughes had 147 strikeouts to 51 walks.

Chip Korbacher, hailing from Oceanside, CA, is also returning for his second year of pro ball. The right-handed pitcher pitched in 20 games last year, starting four. Alongside a 1-1 record, Hughes pitched in 37.2 innings, allowing just 16 earned runs and striking out 38 batters.

Before joining the Otters, Korbacher pitched four years at the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, KY. In 68 career collegiate games, Korbacher had a 3.99 ERA and 7-4 record. He allowed just 39 earned runs and recorded 111 strikeouts to 48 walks.

Finally, Ryan Wiltse also re-ups for his second season of professional baseball with the Otters. Wiltse, a Fresno, CA native, played in 21 games last year in Evansville. In 40 innings of work, he allowed 20 earned runs and had 34 strikeouts to just 15 walks.

Collegiately, Wiltse began his career at Fresno City College before transferring to St. Marys College. In three years with the Gaels, he pitched in 63 games, 20 of which were starts. In 166 innings, he had a 12-9 record with 167 strikeouts and 67 walks.

The Evansville Otters are excited to welcome fans back to Bosse Field in 2025 for the 30th season of Otters baseball! Season ticket and group ticket packages are on sale now. Call (812) 435-8686 for more information. Individual game tickets will go on sale in the coming weeks.

The Evansville Otters are the 2006 and 2016 Frontier League champions.

The Otters play all home games at historic Bosse Field, located at 23 Don Mattingly Way in Evansville, Ind. Stay up to date with the Evansville Otters by visiting evansvilleotters.com, or follow the Otters on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

For more information, visit evansvilleotters.com or call (812) 435-8686.

METS to Resume Inbound Walnut Street Route

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METS Walnut Route Change

Due to construction progress at the intersection of Vann Ave and the Lloyd Expressway METS is now able to
proceed to its usual inbound Walnut Route.

EƯective immediately the new inbound route exits Eastland Mall from E Virginia St., left on N Congress Ave, right on
E Indiana St, left on Stockwell Rd, crosses the Lloyd Expressway into Stepping Stone then exits right on Lloyd
Expressway, right on S Green River Rd, right on Lincoln Ave, right on Vann Ave., left on E Walnut St., right on Fifth St,
right on Vine St, then right into the Downtown Terminal.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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