JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball propelled its way to a 56-41 road win at East Tennessee State University on Saturday after a big second-half charge led by junior forward Chloe Gannon.
USI improved to 5-2 on the season after overcoming a 26-21 halftime deficit by outscoring East Tennessee State (3-7) 35-15 in the second half. The Screaming Eagles shot for over 48 percent and held the Buccaneers to 5-25 shooting after the intermission.
For the game, USI shot for 40 percent (23-58) overall compared to ETSU’s 26 percent (12-46) from the floor. The Eagles owned the glass, 44-27, and points in the paint, 38-6.
Gannon led the way with a game-high 22 points on 10-19 shooting, setting a new scoring career high for the second game in a row after dropping 21 points last Sunday. The junior tallied 16 points in the second half.
Junior guard Sophia Loden posted her third consecutive double-double outing, recording 10 points and matching a career-best 13 rebounds that she just set last weekend. The last time a USI player logged three consecutive double-doubles was the 2017-18 season, when Morgan Dahlstrom registered four double-doubles in a row between January 20, 2018, and February 1, 2018.
Senior guard Ali Saunders, who notched eight points in Saturday’s game, surpassed 1,000 overall career points in the contest. Interestingly enough, Saunders entered the day needing only one point to reach the milestone and achieved the feat by converting an admin technical foul free throw before the opening tip.
Following the technical foul free throw and opening tip, USI raced out to an 8-2 advantage, thanks to five early points from junior guard Shannon Blacher. However, East Tennessee State answered with three triples and an 11-0 run to take a 13-8 lead by the four-minute mark of the opening quarter. A layup by Gannon snapped the run, but the Buccaneers went on to lead 18-12 at the end of the first quarter.
Gannon helped USI cut into ETSU’s lead with a pair of baskets in the early minutes of the second period. While scoring was hard to come by in the second quarter, the Screaming Eagles went on a 7-0 run and held the Bucs scoreless for seven minutes to start the second quarter to jump ahead, 19-18. East Tennessee State got its first field goal of the second quarter with two minutes left in the half. A last-second layup from Blacher snapped an 8-0 run by the Bucs, as USI trailed by five, 26-21, going into halftime.
Out of the break, Gannon and the Screaming Eagles came out with authority. Gannon scored 10 points in the first five and a half minutes of the third, while junior forward Maddy Fay scored a couple of layups to help USI overtake East Tennessee State. The Eagles ended the frame on a 17-3 run to blitz their way to an 11-point lead, 42-31, after outscoring the Bucs 21-5 in the third. Gannon poured in 12 of the 21 points for USI.
Each side scored a bucket in the first minute of the fourth, but the defenses held each team in check until nearly five minutes left in the game when Gannon scored on an offensive putback. A minute later, Loden cashed in on a three-point play to stretch USI’s lead to 15, 49-34. Even though each team exchanged tallies in the final couple of minutes, the Screaming Eagles maintained their cushion to close out the road victory.
Big second half propels Eagles past Buccaneers
Trip to Saint Louis on Deck for Purple Aces
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – On Sunday, the University of Evansville women’s basketball team renews an old MCC rivalry when they travel to St. Louis to take on former MCC rival SLU for the first time since 2013. Tip-off is set for 5 PM.
– Sunday marks the 25th meeting between Evansville and Saint Louis
– Evansville leads the series 16-8
– Sunday is the first meeting between the Aces and Billikens since 2013
– Evansville is searching for their first win in the series since 2009 and their first win in Saint Louis since January 20, 1992
Running the Show
– Camryn Runner has continued to establish herself as one of the top players in the MVC this season, ranking sixth in the conference in scoring at 16.3 ppg
– Runner has scored in double figures in 37 of 40 career games, including seven times in eight games this season
– On Wednesday, Runner led the Aces with 17 points against Purdue on 5-for-7 shooting
– After finishing last season in the top-10 nationally in free throw attempts and free throws made per game, Runner again ranks among national leaders in both categories this season. Through eight games, Runner ranks 14th in free throw attempts (7.3) and 23rd in free throws made (5.1) per game
Making Up for Lost Time
– After emerging as a key piece for the Aces early in the season last year as a freshman, Kylee Norkus suffered an injury in her fourth collegiate game that caused her to miss the rest of the season
– Norkus made her long-awaited return to the court in the Aces’ win over IU Indy on November 20, playing 10 minutes and making a 3-pointer for her first basket of the season
– Norkus has seen the floor in each of the last three games as well, playing a season-high 17 minutes at Purdue on Wednesday
Moeller scores career high as UE battles to the finish at WKU
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Freshman Leif Moeller scored a career-high 21 points on Saturday as the University of Evansville men’s basketball team staged a furious rally before falling one point short in an 80-79 loss to Western Kentucky on Saturday afternoon inside E.A. Diddle Arena.
Moeller drained his first five 3-point attempts in the second half and finished with five boards and four assists. Connor Turnbull came within striking distance of a triple double. He scored 17 points while posting a career-high nine blocked shots and eight caroms. Alex Hemenway recorded 14 points, three assists, and three boards. AJ Casey had another solid effort posting nine points and six caroms.
“I thought we really did a good job in the first half but let them get some momentum heading into halftime,” UE head coach David Ragland exclaimed. “They were able to build a double-digit lead in the second half but I am proud of how we never gave up and fought back. This is a tough place to play and I told our group that every possession matters especially on the road. There are several positives to take away from today.”
Keishon Porter opened the game with a basket while Leif Moeller connected from downtown to give UE a 5-0 lead. Both teams struggled from the field in the opening minutes with WKU starting 1-of-7 while UE was 2-for-8. Connor Turnbull got the Aces back on track with a 3-pointer before Porter and Alex Hemenway hit from outside to cap an 18-8 lead just over seven minutes in.
Over the next two minutes, the Hilltoppers scored eight in a row to get back within a pair, but a Trent Hundley triple and two baskets by Turnbull reestablished a 8-point lead at 27-19 inside of the 6-minute mark. With just over four minutes left in the half, Western Kentucky made it a 3-point game with Hemenway having the response. His second triple of the day made it a 30-24 score.
Eleven in a row by the Hilltoppers saw them take their first lead of the game at 36-30 before a pair of late free throws made it a 36-32 game at halftime. Ryan Myers had a game-high 19 points in the half while Turnbull had 12 points, four boards, and five blocked shots.
WKU grabbed a 42-34 edge in the opening moments of the second stanza with Leif Moeller converting a triple to cut into the deficit. The Hilltoppers started to take control as they opened a 58-34 lead with 13:17 on the clock. Moeller single handedly kept the Aces in the game connecting on his first five 3-point attempts of the half. His fifth made it a 10-point game (70-60) with 7:50 remaining.
Evansville added four more during the run to get within six. During the 7-0 run, the Aces held Western Kentucky to four consecutive missed shots. A triple by the Hilltoppers ended the stretch as they would score the next five to go back up by 11 inside the 6-minute mark. UE continued to battle back, scoring the next nine points.
Following a pair of Moeller buckets, AJ Casey connected from outside while Porter hit a layup to make it a 75-73 game at the 3:35 mark. WKU retook a 5-point lead with 2:28 on the clock while Porter hit a pair of free throws with 41 ticks left to make it an 80-77 lead in favor of WKU. The defense got a stop on the other end to give the Aces one final chance. A triple fell short while UE added a field goal at the buzzer to make it a final of 80-79.
Myers paced WKU with a game-high 27 points while Teagan Moore scored 15. UE had a slight shooting advantage finishing at 44.1% while WKU shot 43.5%. The Hilltoppers completed the day with a 41-35 rebounding lead.
UE returns to action next Saturday at Notre Dame.
THUNDERBOLTS DOMINATE BULLS IN 5-1 VICTORY
The Word in 120, by Jerome Stewart
The Eternal Truth! by Jerome Stewart
There is so much joy in placing trust in the wisdom of the living God. David’s words were with a sincere heart. Today those words are just as meaningful. Psalm 34 vs. 8 He says; “Oh taste and see that the LORD is good; Blessed is the man who trust in Him.” Those words are not time sensitive, and will never lose the meaning of the benefits of having trust in the living God.
There are a lot of things being spoken today about what is right, and what is wrong. Proverbs 3 vs. 5 says; “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; in all thy ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.” Romans 3 vs. 5 says; “Let God be true and every man a liar.”
God’s way will help anyone to be a good mother, father, sister, brother, friend, or just a good person. Anything said today which perverts the gospel of Jesus Christ should be considered as useless.
Recognize that Jesus has paid for all the spiritual training needed today, when He hung, bled and died on the cross for the sins of all mankind. If the world was perfect there would be no need to share the good news about Jesus. But since we know the world is filled with the many imperfections of mankind, the need to teach and study God’s word is great.
The Apostle Paul said to the brethren in Romans chapter 10 and the latter part of vs. 15; “How beautiful are the feet of those who *preach the gospel of peace, who bring glad tidings of good things!” We need to fully understand the gospel represents the good news that is available every day.
Today so many people have rejected the gospel of Jesus Christ which Paul addressed to his Jewish kinsmen at that particular time in vss. 16 and 17 which says; But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah says, “LORD, who has believed our report?” So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”
Eternal life is mentioned 41 times in the New Testament. Death is coming to us all, but before that day arrives, it should be of major importance to those of us who care about where we will spend an eternity.
1st. Corinthians chapter 15 vs. 57 says; “If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men the most pitiable.”
There is an expectation as well as anticipation for what awaits those redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ beyond the grave. As to the redeemed: Revelations 21 vss. 3 and 4 says; “God Himself will be with them and be their God. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no pain, for the former things have passed away.”
Thank You Jesus!
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Ivy Tech Evansville Plans Homeschool College & Career Day Dec. 16
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College Evansville is planning its annual Homeschool College & Career Day for Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the main campus, 3501 N. First Avenue.
The event is free and open to all homeschool students and their families. Lunch will be provided. RSVP atlink.ivytech.edu/Dec16
At the event, families can take a tour of campus; sit in on some hands-on class experiences; get tips for applying to college; and learn all about the world of financial aid, scholarships, and the FAFSA.
For additional information, contact Melinda Thomas, assistant director of Admissions, atmthomas518@ivytech.edu or 812-429-1435.
USI to celebrate, recognize Fall 2025 graduates December 13
The University of Southern Indiana will host two Fall Commencement Ceremonies on Saturday, December 13 in Liberty Arena, Home of the Screaming Eagles.
The 10 a.m. Commencement Ceremony will recognize graduates from the Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions; Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education; and School of Graduate Studies. The 1 p.m. ceremony will recognize graduates from the College of Liberal Arts; Romain College of Business; and School of Graduate Studies.
Tickets will not be required for guests, and a livestream of each ceremony will be available at USI.edu/watch-commencement.
Dr. Zachary Pilot, Associate Professor of Psychology and 2025 recipient of the H. Lee Cooper Core Curriculum Teaching Award, will deliver the Commencement Address at the 10 a.m. ceremony. Pilot is recognized for his innovative, student-centered teaching practices that foster inclusive learning environments and promote academic success across diverse student populations.
Dr. Abbas Foroughi, Professor of Computer Information Systems and 2025 recipient of the USI Distinguished Professor Award, will present the Commencement Address at the 1 p.m. ceremony. Foroughi is recognized for his outstanding contributions to teaching, scholarship and service throughout his more than four decades at USI.
During Fall Commencement Ceremonies, 641 students will be eligible to receive doctoral degrees, master’s degrees, post-bachelor certificates, bachelor’s degrees and associate degrees. As part of the ceremonies, 102 students are graduating with academic honors: 13 will graduate summa cum laude, 43 magna cum laude and 46 cum laude. Of the graduates, seven are University Honors Scholars students who have successfully completed the Honors Program and will be recognized by the white honor cords worn with their regalia.
All planning to attend are strongly advised to review the Liberty Arena Prohibited Items and Security Policy. Follow the Ceremonies on social media with the hashtag #USIGrad on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Newburgh Holiday Light Parade 2025
Dec 07, 2025, 5:00 PM
Downtown Newburgh, 23 W Water St, Newburgh, IN 47630, USA
The Newburgh Holiday Light Parade will be held after dark and fill attendants with wonder. Each entry in the parade will be lit up to fill our town with magical lights and Holiday cheer!
This event is FREE to the public and is a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday season with family, friends and our community!
CenterPoint Energy submits Indiana generation plan to prioritize long-term reliability, economic growth and customer affordability
Long-term electric generation plan designed to minimize near-term rate increases while also meeting future energy growth and customer needs
As part its commitment to affordability, CenterPoint is focused on keeping electric rates stable for the next two years
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Dec. 5, 2025 – CenterPoint Energy’s Indiana Electric business today submitted its 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) that focuses on customer affordability while also providing reliable service now and in the future across southwestern Indiana. The 2025 IRP, which was developed following a series of public meetings and stakeholder discussions since March 2025, is a vital strategic roadmap that defines the appropriate mix of generation required to meet the region’s future energy needs and support potential economic growth, while also prioritizing customer affordability.
“We have listened closely to stakeholders across southwestern Indiana and worked together to address our customers’ and the community’s future energy needs and priorities. Our 2025 IRP reflects this shared focus on reliability and affordability for the Hoosier families we are privileged to serve. Most importantly, it provides a flexible path forward to support southwestern Indiana’s energy and economic needs for decades to come,” said Mike Roeder, President of CenterPoint Energy Indiana.
2025 IRP: Key Benefits for Southwestern Indiana
CenterPoint’s 2025 IRP is a forward-looking, 20-year generation plan, which all Indiana electric utilities are required to submit to the IURC. As part of a commitment to build a more reliable, safer and affordable energy future, CenterPoint’s 2025 IRP includes the following key provisions and benefits for its 150,000 electric customers across southwestern Indiana:
· Limits near-term rate impacts. Helps minimize any rate increase in the near term for southwestern Indiana customers.
· Uses existing and planned resources. Leverages existing and previously approved generation resources to meet customers’ energy needs.
· Defers higher-cost projects. Delays moving forward on certain higher-cost projects that would increase near-term customer bills.
· Provides flexibility for future growth. Includes an alternate preferred portfolio to support scalable system expansion to help accommodate potential new load growth while working to minimize impact to existing customers.
· Provides current and future customer savings. As part of CenterPoint’s affordability efforts, includes cancellation of nearly $1 billion in non-economical renewable projects, saving customers approximately $18/month in current and future costs.
2025 IRP: Engaged with Stakeholders to Incorporate Varying Perspectives
Throughout the planning of its 2025 IRP, CenterPoint has worked closely with stakeholders across southwestern Indiana and the state. The new IRP addresses stakeholder and community feedback and helps achieve a realistic and responsible generation resource plan that best serves southwestern Indiana’s energy future. The scope of local outreach and public engagement efforts included:
· Holding four public stakeholder meetings, with in-person and virtual options, bringing together customers and representatives from more than 30 organizations to share feedback and discuss local needs and priorities.
· Responding to various stakeholder requests and questions through public meetings and technical sessions and using that feedback to help refine the plan.
· Using stakeholder input to refine elements of the planning process by incorporating varying perspectives to develop a well-rounded plan.
As part of the ongoing regulatory process, the IURC and stakeholders will review the IRP and provide additional feedback. CenterPoint will continue to engage customers, local and state officials and community organizations as it implements the plan and its previously announced affordability actions. To view the 2025 IRP and related documents, visit CenterPointEnergy.com/IRP.