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2020 Police Merit Commission Meeting Schedule

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In 2020, the Evansville Police Department Merit Commission will hold regular meetings on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, beginning at 4:00pm.  The meetings will be held in Room 307 of the Civic Center Complex.  Under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1, meetings will begin with a closed Executive Session and then will be open to the public, following the close of the Executive Session.

You will be notified at least 48 hours in advance of any changes to this schedule throughout the year.

Any questions regarding the Police Merit Commission meetings or schedule should be directed to Sgt. Doug Schneider, Liaison to the Police Merit Commission at 812.436.4950 or dschneider@evansvillepolice.com

Yesteryear: West Side Nut Club Fall Festival by Pat Sides

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Over the decades, the annual West Side Nut Club Fall Festival has evolved into one of Evansville’s most eagerly-anticipated events, as well as one of the largest street festivals in the country, reflecting the Nut Club’s motto “From Small Acorns, Large Oaks Grow.”

The festival officially got underway in 1921, but three similar occasions were held prior to then, beginning in mid-October of 1914. In the early decades, the Fall Festival was a one-night event, but the 1940s brought considerable changes. These included a parade, food booths, carnival rides, and other forms of entertainment.

The festival was not held from 1943 to 1945 because of the war, but soon after it ended, the first Fall Festival Queen was crowned, and the event became week-long. The 1950s attracted huge celebrities to town, such as the cowboy star Hopalong Cassidy, pictured here in 1956.

Otters Sign Cable; Acquire Schulz

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The Evansville Otters have signed right-handed pitcher Tanner Cable and acquired outfielder Nick Schulz from the Lincoln Saltdogs of the American Association.

Cable returns for his second stint with the Otters. The right-hander joined the Otters near the end of the 2018 regular season before signing with the River City Rascals and winning the Frontier League championship in 2019.

“Tanner is a great clubhouse guy with an unending work ethic,” Otters manager Andy McCauley said. “He was the toughest one to let go in Spring Training last year, but he went on to have a good year with River City.”

“It’s great to sign with Evansville again and knowing I’ll be playing for what I consider to be the best coaching staff in the league,” Cable said. “It will also be great joining back up with the great friendships I made there previously.”

In 2019 with the Rascals, Cable posted a 4.54 ERA with 49 strikeouts in 37.2 innings pitched and 25 appearances. The Hernando, Miss. native also made two starts.

“The 2019 Frontier League championship was my first professional championship and one of my best memories in baseball,” Cable said.

“The main thing I take away from last season is that this is my career, and in the end, I am the one who chooses my destiny.”

“Tanner should compete for a number of roles for us after some development this offseason,” McCauley said.

Cable made two appearances, surrendering one run in 3.1 innings in the 2018 regular season with the Otters. In the 2018 postseason, Cable pitched a combined 5.2 innings, allowing one run, and striking out 10 Washington Wild Things batters.

Schulz comes to the Otters in 2020 after being acquired in a trade with the Lincoln Saltdogs of the American Association, where he spent his 2019 season. With the Saltdogs, Schulz batted .225 with 20 RBIs, 18 extra-base hits, and 16 runs scored.

“Nick is a big acquisition for us, bringing a high level of experience to the middle of our lineup,” McCauley said.

McCauley said the trade for Schulz materialized when James Frisbie, pitching coach of the Gateway Grizzlies in 2019, was named field manager of the Lincoln Saltdogs in November.

“Nick’s experience didn’t fit the American Association’s parameters but certainly a fit for us with the new age limits in the Frontier League,” McCauley said.

Previously, Schulz spent five seasons in the San Diego Padres organization, reaching as high as Triple-A in 2017 and 2018. He spent time with the Fort Wayne Tincaps, Eugene Emeralds, Lake Elsinore Storm, San Antonio Missions, and the El Paso Chihuahuas.

Overall in the Padres organization, Schulz batted .250 with 56 home runs, 91 doubles, 213 RBIs, and 225 runs scored in 525 games.

“I spoke with one of his Triple-A coaches, the El Paso Chihuahuas of the San Diego Padres organization hitting coach, Morgan Burkhart, and Morgan really had a lot of good things to say,” McCauley said.

Burkhart played in the Frontier League with the Richmond Roosters and is the league’s MVP namesake.

Schulz, from Phoenix, Ariz., played collegiately at San Jose State University.

“I’m really looking forward to seeing Nick at Bosse Field in the spring,” McCauley said.

Evansville will host Opening Night from Bosse Field against the Gateway Grizzlies May 15 at 6:35 p.m. Preseason exhibitions will begin May 2 for the Otters. The annual Education Day games will be May 6 and May 13 at 10 a.m.

Art Council Pizza & Grants on Tuesday!

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Art Council Pizza & Grants on Tuesday!
Join us at an upcoming Grant Writing Pizza Party to work through your career development grant and the On-Ramp Creative Career Accelerator applications. After this meetup, you’ll leave your grant writing fears behind you.
What you’ll learn:
– How to know when you’re ready to pursue a grant.
– Which grant to pursue.
– Details about grants available from the IAC and others.
– Start your application while you’re here (bring your laptop!).
Tuesday, December 17 – Evansville, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. CT
Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana, 212 Main St. in Downtown Evansville
This is completely free, but we want to make sure we order enough pizza, so RSVP-ing is required to attend.

Death List Report For Vanderburgh County

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Death List 12-9-2019 TO 12-13-2019

Join the Friends of Willard Library

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Willard Library Cordially Invites You to Join the Friends of Willard Library!

The Friends of Willard Library was organized in 1972, “to promote awareness and use of Willard Library by providing volunteer service, by increasing financial support, and by sponsoring cultural programs for the community.”

Annual memberships begin for as little as $10 and help to purchase special equipment and furnishings, continues restoration of the building and grounds, increases the library’s collections, and better connects you to library programs and events.

Click Here to Become a Friends Member Today!
https://willard.lib.in.us/services/join-the-friends

Stranded Motorist on the I-80 Toll Road Gets More than a Helping Hand from State Troopers Stopping to Assist

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Indiana State Troopers patrolling on the I-80 Toll Road yesterday afternoon stopped to lend a helping hand to a stranded motorist. What started out as a simple tire change, ended up resulting in the arrest of a suspected car thief and the recovery of a stolen vehicle.

Yesterday, December 12th at approximately 2:30pm, Indiana State Troopers Craig Woodcox and Zarek Finley stopped to assist a stranded motorist on the I-80 Toll Road near the 147mm (north of Angola). When Trooper Woodcox initially pulled up, he found a man standing next to a tan Toyota Corolla tending to a flat tire. The man identified himself with a New York identification card as Joshua Anthony Lewis-Brown, 20 years old, from Rochester, New York. Brown advised Trooper Woodcox that he was unable to change the tire and was in need of a tow truck.

Trooper Woodcox was preparing to oblige Brown in his request, however the fictitious homemade paper license plate “DJ39RK” (handwritten in crayon on a grocery bag) raised obvious suspicion and led to further investigation. Running a check of the Toyota’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Woodcox discovered the Toyota had been reported as stolen out of State College, Pennsylvania the day prior. The Troopers’ also found that Brown had never been licensed to operate a motor vehicle in any state, and was currently on probation for Grand Larceny.

When the roadside investigation concluded, Trooper Finley placed Brown under arrest without incident and transported him to the Steuben County Jail. Brown was booked into custody and charged with Possession of Stolen Property (Level 5 Felony), and Operating Without Ever Obtaining a License (Level C Misdemeanor). Brown will be held on these Indiana charges, and then will face extradition back to Pennsylvania pending their local charges.

Trooper Finley was able to confirm the circumstances surrounding the theft of the vehicle, as reported by Pennsylvania authorities. He learned that the vehicle had been left unattended and unlocked with the engine running outside of a local grocery store by the proper owner. The owner, wanting to keep his car warming in the cold weather temperatures, had run into make a quick purchase, only to find his car missing upon return.

In light of this particular circumstance, the Indiana State Police would remind all motorists that leaving your vehicle unattended with the engine running and doors unlocked, is never a good idea. Auto theft is often a common occurrence during the winter months. This is especially true in our urban neighborhoods where we find a higher concentration of residents wanting to warm their cars unattended in the frigid early morning hours prior to the morning commute.

*It is noted that all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

EPD REPORT

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EPD REPORT

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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https://www.vanderburghsheriff.com/jail-recent-booking-records.aspx

Gov. Holcomb Unveils 2020 Next Level Agenda With Emphasis On Improving Hoosiers’ Lives

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Gov. Eric J. Holcomb today announced his 2020 Next Level Agenda, which focuses on improving the lives of Hoosiers with better health, improved career opportunities and a better place to live.

“Because of the hard work of Hoosiers, Indiana has become a destination of certainty and stability, but we can’t stop there,” Gov. Holcomb said. “As I travel the state, I hear people concerned about rising health care costs, the increase in youth vaping, and our education system. My goal is to listen to their concerns and find solutions to build a bolder, brighter future.”

The 2020 Next Level Agenda includes five pillars detailing both legislative and administrative priorities for the year ahead.

Cultivate A Strong And Diverse Economy

To continue strengthening our economy, Gov. Holcomb’s 2020 agenda focuses on transforming how we tell Indiana’s story by elevating Indiana’s profile within and outside the state with joint branding and promotion efforts with the private sector and the new Indiana Destination Development Corporation with the goal of attracting more jobs and more people. The state will also build a 21st-century defense innovation ecosystem to triple federal defense investment in Indiana by 2025.

Maintain And Build The State’s infrastructure

The 2020 agenda is designed to connect Hoosiers with reliable infrastructure. To accomplish this goal, Gov. Holcomb’s $1 billion Next Level Connections program expands broadband service to unserved areas in Indiana, grows the state’s systems of trails and creates more nonstop international flights. The 2020 agenda also focuses on preserving our highways and decreasing distracted driving by enacting a hands-free device driving law.

Develop a 21st Century Skilled And Ready Workforce

Gov. Holcomb will continue to make finding long-term sustainable solutions to improve teacher compensation a top priority by supporting the Next Level Teacher Compensation Commission. The 2020 agenda also includes identifying unfunded mandates and unnecessary requirements in K-12 education for elimination in 2021, holding schools harmless for ILEARN scores, changing career-related teacher professional growth points from required to optional, and redesigning our prison education system to better prepare Department of Correction offenders to re-enter society.

Public Health And The Drug Epidemic

Gov. Holcomb is calling for raising the age to purchase tobacco and e-cigarettes from 18 to 21 and enhancing enforcement to prevent underage buyers. The 2020 agenda also includes providing healthcare price transparency for consumers via an “All-Payer Claims Database,” protecting consumers from surprise medical bills, improving mental health services at schools and hospitals, and incentivizing more community paramedicine programs. In the fight against the drug epidemic, the Governor wants to add more recovery housing for Hoosiers coping with substance use disorder. The state will continue to work toward becoming the best state in the Midwest for infant mortality by 2024 by protecting pregnant workers by providing more workplace accommodations.

Deliver Great Government Service

The 2020 agenda saves Hoosiers more than $125 million in borrowing costs by using $300 million in cash now to fund capital projects. Additionally, Gov. Holcomb will simplify how Hoosiers reach out for health and human services assistance by integrating the 2-1-1 helpline into FSSA call centers.

“These aren’t just lofty goals – they are solutions to improve the lives of Hoosiers around Indiana,” Gov. Holcomb said. “We are charting a bold course for our state to become the absolute best place in America to grow as an individual, a family, a business and as a community.”

 

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