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EPA Aggressively Working To Increase Research And Understand PFAS

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EPA Researchers Work To Find Solutions To Address PFAS In Communities Across The Nation
 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues its focus on taking concrete action to address poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and protect public health. Building on the work outlined in the February 2019 PFAS Action Plan, the agency is expanding its research efforts and capabilities by launching its PFAS Innovative Treatment Team (PITT).

“Our researchers are at the forefront of addressing PFAS issues to protect our nation’s communities,” said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “Our world-class scientists are continuing their work under the PFAS Action Plan to understand and identify the potential health risks associated with these emerging chemicals of concern. This new approach will allow the agency to expand its efforts to develop innovative techniques to test for, remove, and destroy PFAS.”

The PITT is a dedicated and full-time team that brings together a multi-disciplined research staff that will concentrate their efforts and expertise on a single problem: how to remove, destroy, and test PFAS-contaminated media and waste. Using the lean organizational, management and R&D philosophies developed as part of Kelly Johnson’s Skunk Works and NASA’s Swamp Works, the PITT will operate in a work environment designed to break down administrative and procedural barriers in an effort to facilitate faster results.

PFAS chemicals have a very strong carbon-fluorine chemical bond that leads to persistence in the environment and makes their complete destruction difficult. Over the next few months, the PITT will work to achieve the following ambitious goals:

  • Assess current and emerging destruction methods being explored by EPA, universities, other research organizations, and industry.
  • Explore the efficacy of methods while considering by-products to avoid creating new environmental hazards.
  • Evaluate methods’ feasibility, performance, and costs to validate potential solutions.

This work will add practical knowledge to EPA’s efforts under the PFAS Action Plan. States, tribes, and local governments will be able to use this information to select the approach that best fits their circumstances, leading to greater confidence in cleanup operations and safer communities. The results of this rapid research project are expected later this year.

“Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab” MAY 15, 2020

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“Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab” MAY 15, 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.

HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE

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Executive Assistant
Brucken Motors LLC – Evansville, IN
$12 – $14 an hour
Assistant needed start off as part time. But will turn into full time. Will be involved in business as well as personal. Email resume and we will go from there.
Easily apply
May 13
Office Assistant – OB/Gyn
St. Vincent, IN 3.7/5 rating   5,202 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Vincent Medical Group – Partners Women’s Health. Vincent operates 24 hospitals in addition to a comprehensive network of affiliated joint ventures, medical…
May 13
Medical Receptionist
CleanSlate 3.2/5 rating   50 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Monitor clinic schedule for arrival of patients and retrieves patient from lobby after check-in is complete in a fast paced medical office.
May 13
Receptionist
CarDon & Associates 2.9/5 rating   138 reviews  – Evansville, IN
It’s an environment that’s exciting, respectful and rewarding. We offer positions with amazing benefits, like weekly pay, cell phone discounts and premium…
Easily apply
May 11
Office Coordinator
ResCare 3/5 rating   5,899 reviews  – Evansville, IN
We cover thousands of homes across the country, with a comprehensive range of programs and services, including host home and foster care.
May 13
Administrative Assistant
Milan Laser Hair Removal 4/5 rating   76 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$15 an hour
401k retirement plan with vested employer match. Hours of Operation:Milan clinics are open 5 days a week, including 6 Saturdays a month.
May 11
Medical Front Desk Registration and Reception
Mercy Urgent Care 3.6/5 rating   16 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Mercy Urgent Care has two (2) full time openings for an experienced Medical Front Desk Registration & Receptionist with a positive attitude.
Easily apply
May 8
Branch Office Administrator
Edward Jones 3.8/5 rating   1,640 reviews  – Evansville, IN
With you here, our business can multiply. As an important member of the team at Edward Jones, you can play a major role in our continued success, while…
May 11
Administrative Support Staff
Jones Laboratory LLC 2.7/5 rating   6 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Responsive employer
$9.50 – $10.00 an hour
The ideal candidate will be a hard-working, professional, good multi-tasker able to undertake a variety of office support tasks and work diligently under…
Easily apply
May 12
Executive Assistant
Brucken Motors LLC – Evansville, IN
$12 – $14 an hour
Assistant needed start off as part time. But will turn into full time. Will be involved in business as well as personal. Email resume and we will go from there.
Easily apply
May 13
Security Receptionist – Seasonal
Ellis Entertainment, LLC – Henderson, KY
Maintain regular and punctual attendance including working odd and unusual hours, weekends and holidays.  Work in cooperation with other system development…
Easily apply
May 8
Data Processor – Part Time
MetroNet 3.5/5 rating   129 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Responsive employer
Telecommunication experienced desired, but not required. MetroNet has an immediate opening for an energetic; Part-time Data Processor in Evansville, IN.
Easily apply
May 11
Front Desk Clerk (Check-in/Check-out)
WOMEN’S HEALTH CARE P.C. – Newburgh, IN
If/when scheduling appointment, carefully screens patients for new address, new patient visit or update registration and informs patient of adequate information…
Easily apply
Mar 12
Data Processor – Part Time
MetroNet 3.5/5 rating   129 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Responsive employer
Telecommunication experienced desired, but not required. MetroNet has an immediate opening for an energetic; Part-time Data Processor in Evansville, IN.
Easily apply
May 11
Administrative Assistant
Ameriprise – Mount Vernon, IN
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Box, online document management. Experience in banking, accounting or legal offices.
Easily apply
Nov 26

EPA Office of Air and Radiation Transfers Excess PPE for Use Fighting COVID-19

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Vehicle and Radiation Labs to Contribute Nearly 9,500 Excess PPE for Use Fighting COVID-19
 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Air and Radiation (OAR) announced that it is transferring nearly 9,500 items of excess personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide emergency and health professionals on the COVID-19 frontlines. The agency maintains a supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) for mission-critical work such as lab work and responding to emergencies, including chemical, oil, radiological and biological incidents.

“EPA is working hard to support our nation’s first responders as they make personal sacrifices during the coronavirus pandemic,” said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “After searching our inventory of personal protective equipment, we identified excess supplies and sent them to the first responders on the frontlines of this fight.”

The National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory (NVFEL) in Ann Arbor, MI, the National Analytical Radiation Environmental Laboratory (NAREL) in Montgomery, AL, and the National Center for Radiation Field Operations (NCRFO) in Las Vegas, NV identified nearly 9,500 pieces of excess personal protective equipment after assessing how much equipment would be needed to support EPA’s essential functions. Among the items are face shields, protective disposable gloves, and full-body protective suits. EPA is transferring the excess equipment while still maintaining its emergency response readiness.

EPA is following through on an agency-wide plan for distribution of available PPE to FEMA to support ongoing COVID-19 operations.

Introducing Willard Reads

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Introducing Willard Reads!
Every week the Children’s Department will be adding
new online storytimes to watch from the comfort of your own home.

ADOPT A PET

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Alley is a male orange tabby. He’s approximately 2 years old. He was found as a stray in the alley… obviously J… near River Kitty Cat Café, & never reclaimed! He’s a wonderful boy. Alley’s adoption fee is $25 through May 16th as part of the Bissell Pet Foundation National Empty the Shelters event! Apply online to meet him at www.vhslifesaver.org.

Governor Holcomb Announces STEM Team Award Winners

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Governor Eric Holcomb today announced the four winners of the 2020 Governor’s STEM Team awards. Each student will receive a $1,000 scholarship, courtesy of the College Choice 529 Program administered by Treasurer of State Kelly Mitchell.

“Indiana is home to incredibly gifted and talented students. It gives me great pride to honor this year’s STEM Team for all their hard work. Each of these seniors have a promising future ahead of them. They represent some of Indiana’s finest and I look forward to seeing the amazing things they accomplish in the years ahead.” said Gov. Holcomb.

In lieu of an in person awards presentation, the students enjoyed a video call with Gov. Holcomb.

Science: Iris Yan, Carmel High School, Carmel

Iris is a senior at Carmel High School in Carmel. Iris earned perfect scores on the SAT Chemistry, SAT Physics, SAT Math, and SAT II Math exams. Iris also earned perfect scores on the ACT Science and Math exams. She completed ten AP exams, earning a score of 5 on each one. Recognized nationally for her prowess, she was chosen to attend the MIT Research Science Institute in 2019 and was a two-time honoree in the United States National Chemistry Olympiad Exam in 2018 and 2019, one of the top 20 student chemists in the nation. She plans to attend Harvard in the fall.

 

Technology: David Simonetti, Penn High School, Mishawaka

 

David is a senior at Penn High School in Mishawaka. David earned a perfect score on the SAT Math exam. He completed six AP exams and earned a score of 5 on every one. He led his team to a state championship in the Indiana Math Academic Superbowl, is a state champion and nationally ranked in Trig Star, a timed math contest, and was a standout at First Robotics Competition, a worldwide STEM program. During his junior year, David worked on a team in the Mission to Engineer program to design a robotic “Hulk Smash” Halloween costume for a young boy who is wheelchair bound. The intricate circuitry work was recognized in a feature on CBS National News. David plans to attend the University of Notre Dame to study computer science.

 

Engineering: Ankush Dhawan, Signature School, Evansville

Ankush Dhawan is a senior at the Signature School in Evansville. Ankush has already earned several college credits via dual credit courses, getting a jump start on his college career. He earned a perfect score on the SAT II Math exam and nearly perfect scores on the SAT Math and ACT Math exams as well as ACT English and ACT Reading exams. Ankush was a finalist in the Regeneron Science Talent Search, a top finisher in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, the Indiana winner and overall 2nd place winner in the Stockholm Junior Water Prize U.S. National Competition, and the 2017 silver medallion winner at the International Sustainable World Energy, Engineering, and Environment Project Olympiad. His long-range goal is to continue working towards sustainability through research in water contamination and a major in environmental engineering.

 

Math: Vivek Hebbar, Columbus North High School, Columbus

 

Vivek Hebbar is a senior at Columbus North High School in Columbus. Vivek earned perfect scores on the SAT Math, SAT II Math, SAT II Physics, SAT II Chemistry, ACT Science, and ACT Math exams. He completed eight AP courses with scores of 5 on all of the corresponding exams. Vivek was a national finalist and scholarship winner in the MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge, a qualifier to the American Invitational Math Examination for 5 consecutive years, and has successfully completed an upper level college course in Artificial Intelligence, among other college credits earned. He plans to study math or physics.

 

AG Curtis Hill supports state-federal partnership to hold China accountable for COVID-19 pandemic

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Attorney General Curtis Hill is calling for a federal-state partnership to develop a comprehensive plan to hold the communist government of China responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic.

He and 13 other state attorneys general sent a letter to President Donald Trump proposing a partnership to explore legal avenues to holding China responsible for the public health and economic damage caused by its withholding of information — and dissemination of misinformation — as COVID-19 spread in China and beyond.

“Based on publicly available information, China may have failed to provide information or provided misinformation that contributed significantly to the spread of this virus,” the letter states. “It is incumbent upon the federal government and us as the chief legal officers of our States to pursue whether China failed to stop the spread of this virus.”

Last week, Attorney General Hill called on Congress to investigate the Chinese government’s role in the pandemic.

It is well documented that the novel coronavirus originated in Wuhan, China. It is also widely reported that Chinese medical professionals attempted to warn the public of the highly contagious nature of COVID-19 but were silenced by the country’s communist regime.

Since COVID-19 entered the United States, more than 80,000 Americans — including more than 1,400 Hoosiers — have died from the disease.

In addition to the rising death toll, damage to the economy is also increasing. Domestic and international trade has been drastically curtailed in an effort to contain the spread of the virus. The national unemployment rate has skyrocketed from 3.5% in February to its current rate of 14.7%.

“The consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic have been disastrous. We must investigate whether the communist Chinese government suppressed information about this deadly virus and whether the egregious harm this virus has caused could have been prevented,” Attorney General Hill said.

Arrested Samuel James Stark for Child Molesting

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 On March 21, 2020, the Evansville Police Department arrested Samuel James Stark (20) for child molesting. The investigation into Stark uncovered more child molesting victims as well as many questionable images and videos from his electronic devices. The questionable images depicted several potential underage victims. 

   Anyone with knowledge of this case is asked to call WeTip at 1-800-78-Crime.