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Lady Trailblazers win big in home opener over Kennedy-King

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Lady Trailblazers win big in home opener over Kennedy-King

VINCENNES, Ind. – The Vincennes University Lady Trailblazers got their first chance to play in front of the home fans this season Saturday night hosting Kennedy King College from Chicago on homecoming weekend.

The Lady Blazers got their first win of the season with a big 111-40 victory over the Lady Statesmen, also notching career win number one for VU Interim Head Coach Ingrida Hartsfield.

VU got the game off to a great start, opening the game on a 20-3 scoring run before continuing to roll through the first quarter ending the period with five straight points to lead 29-8 after the first 10 minutes of action.

Vincennes took their game to another level in the second quarter, heading into halftime by outscoring the Lady Statesmen 25-4 to take a commanding 66-15 lead into the halftime break.

The Lady Blazers continued to play tough in the second half, using a 16-2 scoring run to close out the third quarter and increase their lead to 95-28 going into the fourth.

VU worked on their game into the fourth quarter, getting some good game experience down the stretch while closing out the big 111-40 victory over Kennedy-King to secure their first win of the season.

“It was very exciting and I think the girls came ready to play,” VU Interim Head Coach Ingrida Hartsfield said. “They were ready to get that first win too. It was just good to see them pushing the ball, running the floor and just getting used to their true roles. It was good to see them finding their shots and creating the shots and finding their teammates. Playing good defense and getting steals.”

“It’s amazing,” Hartsfield added about securing her first career coaching win. “I will forever remember this night. It was very special and being a former Trailblazers and playing under NJCAA Hall of Famer Harry Meeks. Vincennes is where it all started for me since I came to VU as a player. Vincennes has always been near to my heart and the people in the community that is around is very close to my heart. I just appreciate all of the support. It’s just special. There’s no place like Vincennes.”

The Lady Blazers spread the scoring out well, with all eight players scoring at least eight points and five of VU’s players scoring in double figures on the night.

VU was led by freshman Netala Dixon (Dyersburg, Tenn.) who got the scoring started early with 21 points, all in the first half, to go along with six rebounds and five assists.

Sophomore Kennedy Johnson-Corley (Clarksville, Tenn.) picked up another double-double Saturday night, using a big third quarter scoring run to finish her night with 21 points,13 rebounds and three steals.

Freshman Delora Pricop (Brasov, Romania) was able to use her size inside to come away with 18 points and eight rebounds on the night, while freshman Ahmya Thomas (Phoenix, Ariz.) nearly completed a triple-double coming off the bench, ending the night with 14 points and a team high nine assists and nine steals.

Freshman Yanni Huggins (Belleville, Mich.) was the fifth Lady Trailblazer scorer in double figures, picking up 11 points and three rebounds.

Sophomore Marta Chico (Chabas, Spain) and freshman Kiera Gant (Sellersburg, Ind.) each finished the game with nine points, with Chico adding five rebounds and five steals, while Gant added six assists and four steals.

Freshman Emani Washington (Indianapolis, Ind.) rounded out the Lady Trailblazer box score, finishing with eight points, five assists and four rebounds in the game.

“This week we’ve put a lot of time into being more aggressive,” Hartsfield said. “Being aggressive towards the basket, finding our owns shots and rebounding and boxing out. I think Netala, that’s who she is, she’s a scorer. She filled her role and did her job.”

“Kennedy, these first few games she’s performed well for us every game and her points are quiet,” Hartsfield added. “I had no idea she had 21 points and 13 rebounds. I feel like, for Kennedy, it just comes very naturally. She just finds the ball and of course she can score the ball.”

The Lady Blazers will look to keep this momentum going into their next game when VU travels to Park Hills, Mo. Monday, Nov. 11 to take on Mineral Area College at 2 p.m. eastern.

VU fell to the Lady Cardinals 87-69 to begin the 2024-25 season at the Moberly Area Classic Nov. 1.

“This will definitely be a tough game,” Hartsfield said. “I hope that we can build on what we did tonight and worked on throughout this week. We worked a lot on moving the ball and making the right passes, attacking the basket, being more aggressive and playing better defense. So I hope we can just build on that and use our strengths of being fast and getting steals and I believe they will. Today was a good booster for them to keep going.”

VINCENNES BOX SCORE

VINCENNES (111): Delora Pricop 8-14 1-2 18, Marta Chico 4-11 0-0 9, Kiera Gant 3-6 1-1 9, Netala Dixon 9-15 2-3 21, Kennedy Johnson-Corley 9-14 2-3 21, Ahmya Thomas 4-7 5-5 14, Yanni Huggins 5-8 0-2 11, Emani Washington 2-4 2-2 8, Team 44-79 13-18 111.

Kennedy-King – 8   7   13   12 – 40

VU (1-2) – 29   37   29   16 – 111

Three-point goals: VU 10 (Washington 2, Gant 2, Pricop, Chico, Dixon, Johnson-Corley, Thomas, Huggins). Rebounds: VU 44 (Johnson-Corley 13). Assists: VU 32 (Thomas 9). Steals: VU 27 (Thomas 9). Blocked Shots: VU 8 (Gant 2, Washington 2). Turnovers: VU 24. Personal Fouls: VU 19. Fouled out: None.

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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City Council Meeting Agenda

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City Council Meeting
NOVEMBER 11, 2024

5:30 P.M.

AGENDA

 

I. INTRODUCTION

 

11-11-2024 Agenda Attachment:
II. APPROVAL OF MEETING MEMORANDUM

 

10-28-2024 Memo Attachment:
III. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

 

IV. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY

 

V. CONSENT AGENDA:  FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS

 

A. ORDINANCE F-2024-18 An Ordinance of the Common Council of the City of Evansville Authorizing Transfers of Appropriations, Additional Appropriations and Repeal and Re-Appropriation of Funds for Various City Funds Sponsor(s): Heronemus Discussion Led By:  Finance Chair  Discussion Date: 11/18/2024 Notify: Robert Gunter, Controller
F-2024-18 Attachment:
B. ORDINANCE R-2024-34 An Ordinance to Rezone Certain Real Estate in the City of Evansville, State of Indiana, More Commonly Known as 5201 Kratzville Rd Owner: The Collar Club, LLC Requested Change:  C1 to C4 Ward: 5 Koehler Lindsey Representative: David Wanninger, Acura Engineering, Inc
R-2024-34 Attachment:
VI. COMMITTEE REPORTS

 

VII. REGULAR AGENDA:  SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS

 

VIII. RESOLUTION DOCKET

 

A. RESOLUTION C-2024-24 A Resolution of the Common Council Approving an Interlocal Agreement with Vanderburgh County (Cost Sharing on Road Contract) Sponsor(s): Heronemus, Mosby, Trockman Discussion Led By:  President Heronemus  Discussion Date: 11/11/2024 Notify: Marco DeLucio, ZSWS
C-2024-24 Attachment:
IX. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS

 

A. THE NEXT MEETING of the Common Council will be Monday, November 18, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
B. ADDITIONAL MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
X. COMMITTEE REPORTS

 

XI. ADJOURNMENT

The Congressional Impact of the American Diaspora

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The Congressional Impact on the American Diaspora

By JOE WALLACE
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Based on current population trends and projections leading up to the 2030 Census, several states are expected to experience changes in their representation in the U.S. House of Representatives. The source for this data and the calculations were found in the database of the Brennan Center for Justice.  The projected changes if realized would increase14 seats in the House of Representatives in states that are predominantly Republican and reduces predominantly Democrat would lose 10 seats.

 

States Projected to Gain Seats:

  • Texas: Anticipated to gain four additional seats, reflecting its significant population growth.
  • Florida: Expected to gain three seats due to its continued population increase.
  • Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee: Each of these states is projected to gain one seat, aligning with their steady population growth.
  • Arizona, Idaho, Utah: These mountain states are also expected to gain one seat each, corresponding with their rising populations.

States Projected to Lose Seats:

  • California: Projected to lose four seats, marking a significant shift as the state experiences population stagnation or decline.
  • New York: Expected to lose three seats, continuing a trend of population decrease.
  • Illinois: Anticipated to lose two seats due to ongoing population decline.
  • Pennsylvania: Projected to lose one seat, reflecting its slower population growth compared to other regions
  • These projections are based on current trends and could change with shifts in migration patterns, birth rates, or other demographic factors before the 2030 Census. The anticipated changes underscore a continuing shift in political representation toward the South and Mountain West regions of the United States. A similar look at projections for 2040 indicates even further shifts away from Democrat states to Republican states.

USI to host annual Lighting a Tradition event December 5

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USI to host annual Lighting a Tradition event December 5

October 11, 2024

Alumni Engagement and Volunteer USI and the Activities Programming Board will host the annual University of Southern Indiana Lighting a Tradition holiday celebration from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, December 5 in the Performance Center Dunn Lobby and University Center East. Full of family-friendly festivities, the event is open to the public at no charge.

This year’s event will feature a magical holiday village. Stroll through inflatables, try your luck at holiday carnival games, create your own hot chocolate and much more!

Lighting a Tradition special features for 2024 include:

  • Tree lighting and carol singing at 6 p.m.
  • Santa Claus in the Fireside Lounge
  • DIY hot chocolate including peppermint, chocolate chips, marshmallows and other savory delights
  • Magical holiday village with festive inflatables, crafts, carnival games and plush prizes
  • Holiday photo booth with instant prints to commemorate your experience
  • Archie’s Closet donation drive for cleaning products and toiletries

Activities are available while supplies last. Stop by and visit USI’s most festive event of the year!

The Land of the Little Colonel Revisited: Discover the Life of Annie Fellows Johnston | Nov. 12

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We’re thrilled to invite you to an engaging evening celebrating Evansville’s literary history with The Land of the Little Colonel Revisited: The Life of Annie Fellows Johnston. Join us to explore the life and legacy of Evansville native Annie Fellows Johnston, the beloved American author behind the Little Colonel series and sister of social reformer

Albion Fellows Bacon.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Time: 6 PM

Location: Browning Gallery

Our speaker, Patricia Sides, recently retired as Willard Public Library’s archivist after a dedicated 20-year career, and she brings a wealth of knowledge about local history and Johnston’s impact on both Evansville and Hollywood.

This special presentation is hosted in collaboration with the Tri-State Genealogical Society and serves as their monthly meeting.

UE’s Patricia H. Snyder Concert and Lecture Series Presents Sebastian Junger

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EVANSVILLE, IND. The University of Evansville (UE) proudly presents award-winning journalist, filmmaker, and author Sebastian Junger as the Snyder Lecture Series keynote speaker. The event will take place on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in Shanklin Theatre. Junger’s lecture is free and open to the public.

Sebastian Junger is widely known for his work as a journalist and author. His book The Perfect Storm became an international bestseller and was later adapted into a blockbuster film. He is also recognized for his Academy Award-nominated documentary Restrepo, which chronicles the intense experiences of soldiers in Afghanistan, co-directed with the late Tim Hetherington. Junger’s exploration of the psychological impact of combat, the bonds of brotherhood, and the challenges soldiers face upon returning home has made him a leading voice on these critical issues.

Junger’s latest book, In My Time Of Dying, is part medical drama, part searing autobiography, and part rational inquiry into the ultimate unknowable mystery. For years, Junger traveled to many front lines and frequently put his life at risk, yet the closest he ever came to death was in 2020. Crippled by abdominal pain, Junger was rushed to the hospital and began slipping away. As blackness encroached, he was visited by his dead father, inviting Junger to join him. That was the last thing Junger remembered until he came to the next day and was told he had suffered a ruptured aneurysm that he should not have survived. This experience spurred Junger – a confirmed atheist raised by his physicist father to respect the empirical – to undertake a scientific, philosophical, and deeply personal examination of mortality and what happens after we die.

The Snyder Lecture Series is a platform that brings influential and thought-provoking speakers to the University of Evansville each year. Junger’s experience as a war correspondent, filmmaker, and author aligns with the university’s commitment to fostering dialogue on important social and global issues

Hoosier History Highlights

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November 10 – November 16

This Week in Indiana History
Hoosiers movie November 10, 1986 The movie “Hoosiers” premieres at the Circle Theater in Indianapolis.  One of the most popular sports movies of all time, it is loosely based on the 1954 Milan High School basketball championship.

November 11, 1918 The Armistice is signed to end World War I.  130,670 Hoosiers served

Armistice
Vonnegut November 11, 1922 Kurt Vonnegut, American author (Slaughterhouse Five, Sirens of Titan), born in Indianapolis.
November 13, 1888 Charles Edward Henry began production at the Opalescent Glass Works in Kokomo. Still in business, the company is known world-wide.

 

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ttp November 16, 1963 The first touch-tone telephones roll off the line at the Bell Telephone Western Electric plant on the eastside of Indianapolis

Our Where in Indiana? from last week was taken of a Studebaker at the Studebaker Museum in South Bend Indiana.

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Indiana Quick Quiz

1. Which interstate crosses the Kennedy Bridge into Kentucky?

2. Which type of tree is mentioned in the song, “Back Home Again in Indiana?”

3. In what city will you find the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame?

4. Which Indiana governor is honored by a monument in Hayden, Indiana?

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2. Sycamore

3. New Castle, Indiana

4. Edgar D. Whitcomb

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– Larry Bird

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Vincennes University to host Design and Innovation Studio ribbon cuttings at Flaget and Washington Catholic elementary schools

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The studios mark Vincennes University’s 11th and 12th D&I Studios in the region. The D&I studios are a collaboration with the Indiana Next Generation Manufacturing Competitiveness Center (IN-MaC) at Purdue University, and are part of a large initiative VU is taking to develop STEM education exploration at the elementary/intermediate levels. The studios are dedicated spaces within schools that are equipped with cutting-edge STEM technology.

WHEN AND WHERE:

Friday, November 22, 2024

11 a.m. (ET), Flaget Elementary School, 800 Vigo St. Vincennes, IN 47591

1 p.m. (ET), Washington Catholic Elementary, 310 NE 2nd St., Washington, IN 47501

USI Board of Trustees approves two new master’s degrees, nine certificates and microcredentials, hears update from Presidential Search Committee Chair

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At its regular meeting on Thursday, November 7, the University of Southern Indiana Board of Trustees approved two online Master of Science in Education degrees—one in Mathematics Leadership and one in Special Education.

The Master of Science in Education (MSE) in Elementary Mathematics Leadership degree program is designed to prepare graduates for Elementary Mathematics Specialist (EMS) licensure. EMSs may serve as math-focused teachers, interventionists, coaches or district leaders, directly supporting USI’s mission to develop engaged, skilled educators.

This 30-credit program, taught by current faculty, offers accelerated seven-week courses to support working professionals. Part-time students can finish in under two years, while full-time students may complete the degree in one year.

The new MSE degree program in Special Education is aimed at current and aspiring special education teachers. The program offers courses on essential topics like literacy, behavioral support, assessment and special education law, with a supervised practicum in students’ own school settings. Upon completing the program and passing Indiana’s licensure exam, graduates may qualify for a Mild Interventions P-12 license.

This fully online, 30-credit-hour program can be completed in 18 months on a standard track or expedited to one year. With similar programs offered at Ball State, Purdue and other universities in the state, USI’s MSE track stands out as an accessible and affordable choice for Indiana educators looking to advance their skills in supporting students with diverse needs.

The University also approved nine certificates and microcredentials. They are as follows:

Undergraduate

  • Childhood Health and Well-being Microcredential
  • Public and Nonprofit Leadership Microcredential
  • State and Local Government Microcredential

Graduate

  • Elementary Math Leadership Certificate
  • Teacher License Addition for English Learners Certificate
  • Nonprofit Professional Microcredential
  • Policy Making Microcredential
  • Program Evaluation Microcredential
  • Fundraising Microcredential

All degrees, certificates and microcredentials will next be reviewed by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Following approval, offerings would be available beginning Fall 2025.

The Board also heard an update from Christina Ryan, Board First Vice Chair and Chair of the USI Presidential Search Committee. The Presidential Search Committee is preparing for the public launch of the search. A dedicated webpage features key details like the Search Committee membership, timeline and application process.

In other business, the Trustees approved the conferral of degrees to candidates for 2024 Fall Commencement Exercises.

The Board also heard reports on student financial assistance and campus construction projects.

 

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