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Race & Gender Justice Activist to Keynote Human Relations Commission Annual Dinner

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A Choral Evensong Service of Thanksgiving for the Life and Work of Archbishop Desmond Tutu (1931 - 2021) was held at Westminster Abbey, London. The service was led by The Dean of Westminster The Very Dr David Hoyle with Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s daughter the Reverend Naomi Tutu giving The Address.

Race & Gender Justice Activist to Keynote Human Relations Commission Annual Dinner

(Evansville, IN) – Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu will be the keynote speaker at this week’s
Evansville-Vanderburgh County Human Relations Commission Annual Dinner and Mayor’s
Celebration of Diversity Awards on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., at the Old National Events Plaza.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II will be unable to
speak.

Mayor Stephanie Terry will present the 2024 Mayor’s Celebration of Diversity Awards.

Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu is a human rights activist, speaker and educator. Growing up as the daughter of Nobel Peace Prize winner Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Rev. Tutu knew from the time she was young that she wanted to help change the lives of others and make a difference in the world. The challenges of growing up black and female in South Africa taught her that our whole human family loses when we accept situations of oppression, and the teaching and preaching of hate and division injure us all. Rev. Naomi Tutu began her public speaking journey as a college student at Berea College in Kentucky in the 1970s, where she was invited to share her insights on her upbringing in apartheid South Africa with various churches, community organizations and academic institutions. Since then, she has gained recognition as a highly sought-after speaker for diverse audiences, including business groups, professional conferences, elected officials, and church and civic organizations. Aspiring to forge her own unique path, Rev. Tutu’s professional background encompasses roles as an economist and development consultant in West Africa to serving as a program coordinator focused on Race and Gender and Gender-based Violence in
Education at the African Gender Institute at the University of Cape Town. Rev. Tutu has taught and coordinated programs on race and gender for many universities world-wide. She is the recipient of four honorary doctorates from institutions in the United States and Nigeria. Rev. Tutu currently resides in Atlanta and serves as a priest associate at All Saints’ Episcopal.

The 2024 Mayor’s Celebration of Diversity Awards recognizes businesses, organizations and
individuals that embrace and celebrate diversity. The following are the 2024 Mayor’s Celebration of Diversity Awards recipients:

  • Sadelle Berger Award Dr. Trinisia Brooks
  • Sadelle Berger Award Philip Siegel (Posthumous)
  • Willie Effie Thomas Development Award Wendy Chinn
  • Sue Woodson Community Relations Award Misty Hartmire
  • Sue Woodson Community Relations Award LaToya Johnson
  • Leadership Award Community Action Program of Evansville
  • Workforce Diversity Award Deaconess Health System

For additional information, please contact the Human Relations Commission at (812) 436-4927 or email hrc@evansville.in.gov

Indiana Grown Holiday Box highlights local businesses

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Indiana Grown Holiday Box highlights local businesses

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Indiana Grown has announced the contents of the 2024 Indiana Grown Holiday Box, the perfect gift for your friends and family this holiday season. This year’s gift box will showcase a variety of products from Indiana Grown members located across the state including coffees, sweet treats and body care items. Indiana Grown is a statewide initiative housed within the Indiana State Department of Agriculture to highlight local products and artisan goods.

“The Indiana Grown Holiday Box is a great way to support local businesses and share a taste of the Hoosier State with your loved ones during the season of giving,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “Inside this box, there is certainty something for everyone.”

Each box includes:

  • Coffee Samplers – JavAroma Roasters – Mitchell, IN
  • Blueberry Lemon Granola – Perkins’ Good Earth Farm – Demotte, IN
  • Snack Sticks – Pig’s Tale Charcuterie – Indianapolis, IN
  • Hoosier Style Popcorn – Poptique – Columbia City, IN
  • Honey Lotion Bar – Sweet Melissa Honey & Hive – Fishers, IN
  • Pretzels – Tell City Pretzels – Jasper, IN
  • Cinnamon Sugar Pecans – Simply Jill’s – Lebanon, IN
  • Spice Mixes – SPICEKICK- Carmel, IN
  • Travel Sized Holiday Scented Lotions – The Lotion Company – Muncie, IN

“We are honored to be highlighting these small businesses through the second annual Indiana Grown Holiday Box” said Caroline Patrick, director of Indiana Grown. “The opportunity to continue highlighting local products throughout Indiana especially during the holiday season is an honor.”

The 2024 Indiana Grown Holiday Box is limited to 390 boxes. Click here to place your order.

Learn more about Indiana Grown at indianagrown.org.

Night Market Presented by Deaconess scheduled Friday, November 1

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Night Market Presented by Deaconess scheduled Friday, November 1

Support Downtown businesses and 40+ local makers
The Downtown Evansville Economic Improvement District (EID) is hosting the Night Market Presented by Deaconess on Friday, November 1 from 5 – 8 PM.The event will feature 40+ local makers on Fourth Street (from Locust to Chestnut). Discover locally made holiday-themed items, curated vintage, produce, and baked goods from a diverse range of vendors and businesses. Activities will include live music from DJ Chidi.
“We are excited to return to Fourth Street for our last Night Market. This is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your holiday shopping with gifts from Downtown businesses and local makers. Dine Downtown and capture memories with our holiday décor while you are visiting too,” said Adam Trinkel, executive director, EID.Admission is free. Downtown stores and restaurants will be open for customers. Fourth Street is home to multiple businesses, including Goldman’s Pawn Shop, Jaya’s, Samuel’s, and Just Rennie’s. Bruce Li, La Plaza, and Three Chicks Fudgery will also be serving food along Fourth Street. Public restrooms will be accessible for guests at the corner of Fourth and Walnut.
Each Night Market highlights a different area of our neighborhood and drives economic development through increased consumer footfall and spending at Downtown businesses. Deaconess is the presenting sponsor for each Night Market. Other sponsors include LeafFilter Gutter Protection and media partner Hot 96.
Visit DowntownEvansville.com/NightMarket or Downtown Evansville Indiana on social media for event details.

Narcotics Investigation Leads to 2 Arrests and Numerous Felony Charges

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In early October, Detectives with the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force developed probable cause that narcotics trafficking was being conducted from an apartment in  the 700 block of Cherry Street. The investigation involved 42-year-old Troy L. Ogburn Sr. and his involvement in the distribution of fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and marijuana.

After a lengthy investigation into Ogburn, a search warrant was issued for his residence on October 24th . The search yielded 1 lb. of Fentanyl; 3.3 lbs. of Methamphetamine; 35 grams of Cocaine; three firearms; two scales; and $6267 in US Currency. Ogburn was arrested and charged with Dealing Methamphetamine, Dealing Cocaine, Dealing Narcotic Drug, Dealing Marijuana, and Possession of a Firearm by a Serious Violent Felon.

Champagne S. Josenberger and their two young children were living in the residence with Ogburn. Josenberger was arrested and charged with Neglect of a Dependent for herinvolvement in the case.

If you suspect someone in your neighborhood is involved with trafficking narcotics,please call the EPD Tip Line at (812) 435-6194.

Indy doctor’s medical license suspended following unlawful prescribing

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Attorney General Todd Rokita secures suspension of Indy doctor’s medical license following unlawful prescribing and other violations

Attorney General Todd Rokita has secured a suspension of the medical license of an Indianapolis doctor charged with 114 counts of violating laws regulating his medical practice and controlled substance prescribing.

“Hoosier patients have the right to expect their doctors to put their safety and well-being at the top of the priority list,” Attorney General Rokita said. “When a physician performing surgery demonstrates reckless disregard for basic standards of care, he or she must be held accountable.”

On Oct. 24, the Medical Licensing Board suspended Dr. Scott Mimms’ license for a minimum of two years. Attorney General Rokita’s office filed an administrative complaint against Dr. Mimms with the board on April 24, 2024.

The Indiana Medical Licensing Board found that Dr. Mimms failed to exercise reasonable care and diligence; unlawfully prescribed Schedule II controlled substances for weight loss; and administered anesthesia in a facility without the proper accreditation to do so and without any additional providers trained in anesthesia present at the time of the surgeries.

Attorney General Rokita’s office investigates complaints against licensed professionals and entities across the state. They received the first consumer complaint against Dr. Mimms in August of 2022 — and 34 additional complaints thereafter.

Hoosiers can file a consumer complaint with the Attorney General’s office here.

Attorney General Rokita expressed gratitude for the diligent work on this matter by Investigators Delaney Walter and Cassie McDaniel and Deputy Attorneys General Carah Rochester and Amy Osborne.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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USI Men’s Golf ends fall schedule finishing fourth at Bill Crabtree Invitational

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USI Men’s Golf ends fall schedule finishing fourth at Bill Crabtree Invitational

OWENSBORO, Ky. – University of Southern Indiana Men’s Golf closed its fall schedule with a fourth-place finish in the Kentucky Wesleyan College Bill Crabtree Invitational at The Pearl Club in Owensboro, Kentucky.

USI shot a team score of 584 (285-299) over the two-day tournament. Junior Carter Goebel topped the scorecard for the Screaming Eagles with a 142 (71-71) for his highest finish of the fall in 11th place. Senior Jason Bannister also earned a top-15 finish for the fifth time this fall, scoring a 143 (70-73). Senior Sam Vertanen placed inside the top 25 for the fourth time this fall with a 146 (69-77).

Round 1
USI opened the invitational with a 285 in the first round, ending the first day in second place. Vertanen led the Eagles with an impressive three-under round of 69, the best round in the tournament for any USI golfer.

Bannister also had an admirable first-round performance of 70 (-2) with Goebel one stroke back at one under par. Goebel notched an eagle on the par-five 11th hole.

Round 2
The Eagles regressed a bit on the second day, shooting 299 as a team and falling to fourth place.

Freshman Alex Peck was the lone USI golfer to improve on a first-round score. Going from 80 (+8) on the first day to 79 (+7) on the second.

Up Next
USI is slated to return to action in the spring on March 14 in a rematch against the University of Evansville. The two teams faced each other in match play this fall with the Aces taking the victory, 7.5-2.5.

Graftons take home OVC Player of the Week honors

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Graftons take home OVC Player of the Week honors

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Soccer junior sisters Emerson Grafton and Charli Grafton earned Ohio Valley Conference Player of the Week honors on Tuesday. Emerson was named OVC co-Offensive Player of the Week and Charli was named OVC Defensive Player of the Week for the second time this season.

The Graftons helped lead Southern Indiana to a 3-0 home win against Western Illinois University on Sunday to conclude the regular season. With the win, USI grabbed its fourth consecutive positive result and secured the No. 4 seed in the OVC tournament.

Emerson Grafton picked up her first OVC weekly honor after playing a crucial role on the attacking end in Sunday’s victory. Grafton tallied a goal and an assist against the Leathernecks while also placing three of four shots on goal. Grafton’s assist led to USI’s second goal of the match in the 56th minute by junior midfielder Peyton Murphy. Grafton’s score came in the 84th minute off a give-and-go pattern with freshman midfielder Ana Munyon. Following Sunday’s performance, Grafton moved into the team lead in goals (3), assists (6), points (12), and shots on goal (14), while jumping to second in the conference in assists.

Charli Grafton was strong once again as USI’s centerback anchor against Western Illinois. Grafton made several key tackles and stops in helping the Eagles record their fourth shutout of the season and third clean sheet in the last four matches of the regular season. Grafton and the USI defense held Western Illinois to one shot in the first half and blocked multiple attempts in the second half. Grafton played another full 90 minutes, doing so for the 16th time this season and 13th consecutive contest.

The Graftons and Southern Indiana (5-8-5, 4-2-3 OVC) will host a first-round and quarterfinal match of the OVC Championship Tournament later this week as the No. 4 seed. USI has a first-round bye and awaits the winner on Sunday, November 3, of the first-round 5/8 matchup between Morehead State University and the University of Tennessee at Martin on Thursday, October 31. Both days are slated for 1 p.m. kickoffs from Strassweg Field.

All games of the 2024 Ohio Valley Conference Championship Tournament can be seen with a subscription to ESPN+. Additional coverage for USI can be found on usiscreamingeagles.com with full tournament coverage on the OVC website at ovcsports.com.

THUNDERBOLTS HOST RECORD CROWD FOR ANNUAL EDUCATION DAY GAME

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THUNDERBOLTS HOST RECORD CROWD FOR ANNUAL EDUCATION DAY GAME

 

Evansville, In.:  For the second-straight season, the Thunderbolts broke their single-game attendance record for this year’s Education Day game, welcoming 7,758 fans to Ford Center on Tuesday morning, putting on an exciting show of a game and making the day a net positive despite falling 5-2 to the Peoria Rivermen.  The Thunderbolts’ next home game will be on Friday, November 1st against the Huntsville Havoc at 7:00pm CT.

The Thunderbolts broke through first as Tyson Gilmour snuck a shot into the net from Vili Vesalainen and Derek Contesa at 16:43 of the first period to give Evansville a 1-0 lead after one period.  Peoria struck with two quick goals in the second period, as Mike Gelatt scored at 5:03 and Tyler Kobryn at 8:20 to give Peoria a 2-1 lead.  Evansville rallied to tie the game once again at 2-2, as Brendan Harrogate scored from Scott Kirton and Grayson Valente at 10:47, before the Rivermen retook the lead at 13:37 on a goal from Alex Koopmeiners to make it 3-2 Peoria.  The Thunderbolts threatened to tie again in the third period, but could not find a third goal, while Peoria added two late goals from Gelatt and Josh Martin to put the relatively-close game out of reach near the very end.

Gilmour and Harrogate scored Evansville’s goals, while Cole Ceci finished with 28 saves on 33 shots.  The Thunderbolts and Rivermen meet once again on Friday, November 8th at Peoria Civic Center.

Individual game tickets, group packages, and season tickets are on sale for the 2024-25 season.  Call 812-422-BOLT or visit our all-new website (www.evansvillethunderbolts.com) for details.

About Evansville Thunderbolts: The Evansville Thunderbolts is the area’s only professional hockey team. The Thunderbolts are a proud member of the SPHL.  The team is owned and operated by VW Sports, L.L.C, a subsidiary of VenuWorks, Inc. www.evansvillethunderbolts.com

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Brenner earns final MVC Freshman of the Week honor

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Brenner earns final MVC Freshman of the Week

The freshman defender earns the final weekly award of the 2024 season
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Freshman defender Emmy Brenner (Arlington, Tenn. / St. Benedict at Auburndale HS) has been named the Missouri Valley Conference Freshman of the Week.
With the game-winning goal against the Southern Illinois Salukis, Brenner earned her second weekly honor in her first collegiate season. MVC Conference office staff decide on the MVC Freshman of the Week and other weekly accolades. Brenner’s first Freshman of the Week Honor came at the beginning of the month as she bookends the month of October.
In the Aces’ final game of the 2024 season, Brenner continued her strong conference performance with her third goal of the year. In the 40th minute of Sunday’s game against Southern Illinois UE was awarded a corner kick following the Salukis kicking the ball out past the goal. On the corner from sophomore midfielder Ashlyn Koutsos (Cumming, Ga. / West Forsyth HS), Brenner headed the ball from the six into the middle of the net.
Along with the goal, Brenner had Evansville’s only shot on goal in the match that didn’t result in a score. In the 86th minute, Brenner took an attempt from just outside the right corner of the penalty area. The shot sailed to the middle of the net where the Salukis goalkeeper made a grabbing save.
With a goal on Sunday Brenner became the Aces’ leading scorer along with sophomore forward Taylor Johnson (Evansville, Ind. / Reitz HS). Both players have three goals on the season for six points behind UE’s leading offensive player senior forward Hailey Autenrieb (Cincinnati / Seton HS). Brenner also had the third most shot attempts on the roster with 16 tries while nine landed on goal for a shot accuracy of 56.3%.
Evansville ended their season Sunday with a 2-0 win over SIU. The Aces’ overall record ended at 2-7-7 with a conference record of 1-4-5.
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