USI splits second day of Warrior Invitational
The University of Southern Indiana volleyball team split the final day of the Warrior Invitational Saturday, defeating Ursuline College in four sets (25-20, 25-19, 17-25) before falling to the host Wayne State University in three (22-25, 20-25, 18-25).
The Screaming Eagles (3-4) were led on the attack by freshman right side hitter Katherine Koch (Belleville, Illinois) with 17 kills on a .371 hitting percentage between the two matches, including her third double-digit performance in her first seven collegiate appearances.
Junior setter Casey Cepicky (St. Louis, Missouri) and freshman setter Kelsie Vanitvelt (Grand Blanc, Michigan) each posted a double-double against Ursuline, their 21st and first career double-doubles, respectively. Cepicky ended the day with 52 assists and 17 digs. Vanitvelt posted four service aces for the day on top of her double-double in the morning match.
USI Volleyball returns to Evansville next weekend to open the USI Invitational against Ohio Dominican University Thursday night.
Game 1: USI 3, Ursuline 1
The Eagles snagged the first set, 25-20, from Ursuline on the back of two five-plus point stretches. USI grabbed the lead for good with a 6-0 run to a 10-7 advantage, then shut the door on the Arrows with a 5-0 run to 21-14.
Senior middle blocker Amanda Jung (Belleville, Illinois) collected all five of her blocks for the match in the first frame, four of which came in the 6-0 run early in the set.
The second frame closed, 25-19, in favor of USI. The two squads traded six-plus point runs in this set, with the Eagles sealing the set with an 8-1 run to a 21-17 cushion.
Four Eagles each tallied three kills in the second frame: Koch, Coleman, senior outside hitter Lindsey Stose (Elkhart, Indiana) and freshman outside hitter Jordan Martin (Huntertown, Indiana).
USI took the fourth set, 25-20, to seal the victory after using a 7-0 run to jump out to a 19-12 advantage. Koch notched her third double-digit performance in kills for the season on the first point of the mid-set run.
Senior libero Mikaila Humphrey (Floyd Knobs, Indiana) corralled 18 digs against Ursuline, her most in a single match since posting her career-high 21 at the end of the 2016 season.
Game 2: Wayne State 3, USI 0
The Eagles fell behind 8-2 early on in the opening set, battled back to within one point, 22-23, before ceding the frame to the Warriors, 25-22.
Koch paced the first set on the attack with four kills, followed by Anderson and Coleman with three each. Koch finished the match with seven kills, tied for second-most for USI with Stose.
USI struck first in the second set, opening up a 10-3 lead early on. Wayne State recovered with a 9-1 run to close the frame, 25-20, in favor of the Warriors.
Stose tallied five kills to lead the attack in the second. Sophomore middle hitter Taylor Litteken (Foristell, Missouri) added three kills and a pair of blocks.
The Eagles ceded the match dropping the third set, 25-18. The Warriors took the lead at 5-4 and never looked back. Anderson surged for five of her USI-leading nine kills in the final frame.
Cepicky accumulated 31 assists and seven digs in the match. Three other Eagles posted at least seven digs: Stose (8), Humphrey (7) and Vanitvelt (7).
“READERS FORUM†FOR SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
We hope that today’s “READERS FORUMâ€Â will provoke honest and open dialogue concerning issues that we, as responsible citizens of this community, need to address in a rational and responsible way.
WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND TODAY?
Todays “Readers Poll’ question is: Do you feel that the new owners of Ellis Park are going to invest the money to make this Historic race track upscale and customer friendly?
Downtown Evansville  Economic Improvement District Priorities for 2020
| Downtown Evansville  Economic Improvement District Priorities for 2020 |
They are seeking the input of our property owners and the broader community regarding our efforts in 2020. During this short survey, you can share how you feel our resources should be applied. This survey, with feedback from our board and the guidance of the Master Plan, will focus our 2020 goals and work plan. Our work generally occurs in an area bound by the Ohio River, Fulton, Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. and Walnut. Properties on Main Street are assessed at a higher level for the increased amount of benefit provided.
COUNTY COMMISSIONER BEN SHOULDERS SELECTED AS A 2019 “OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE “AWARD WINNER
The City-County Observer is excited to announce that Ben Shoulders is our “Outstanding Community Services Award” winners for 2019.
 Three years ago Democrat Benjamin Shoulders ran for the Vanderburgh County Commissioner and was elected by a comfortable margin.
Since his election, he has been extremely effective in promoting good public policy and has seemly been a voice of reason and compromise. Mr. Shoulders has demonstrated that he can face difficult governmental challenges with an open mind.
Commissioner Shoulders is extremely outgoing and is from a well respected and prominent political family of this area.
He is a Commercial Lender III at Banterra Bank and has been in banking 16 years.
Ben received his college degree from Indiana University (Bloomington) – Bachelor of Arts ’02 CJUS (College of Arts and Sciences). He was graduated from Harrison High School–Magna Cum Laude (College Prep).
He received his certification from Indiana Bankers Association – Bank Management Series in 2010 and the Indiana Bankers Association – Commercial Lending School (2011 Graduate).
Ben is married to former Shannon Perrette of Evansville for 11 years and they have three (3) children. Â Emma who is 9 years old and 6 years old twins Parker and Sadie and they reside in Evansville.
Some of Ben’s favorite things he enjoys doing are coaching youth basketball and taking his family to a local restaurant and eating fish tacos and drinking slushies.
His Community involvement Is Very Impressive. Listed Below Are Some Of Them
Vanderburgh County Commissioner – District One (Elected – Nov 2016; took office – Jan 1, 2017)
GAGE (Growth Alliance of Greater Evansville) – Board Member (2018 – present)
Commission on Homelessness – Board Member (2017 – 2018)
Past Community Corrections – Board Member (2017)
Old Courthouse – Board Member (2017 – present)
Domestic and Sexual Violence Commission – Board Member (2017 – present)
IU College of Arts and Sciences Alumni Board (2014 – present)
Boys and Girls Club of Evansville – Board President (2018 – present); Vice President (2016 – 2017)
EVSC Foundation Board of Directors – Vice President (2013 – 2018)
Darrell Ragland Foundation Board of Directors – Board Development Chair (2014 – 2018)
United Way – Keel Club (2014 – 2018); Southern Indiana Campaign Cabinet Member (2016)
Past “EVSC Hall of Fame” – Co-Chairman (2012, 2014, 2016)
IU Alumni Association of Greater Evansville – Past President / Board memberÂ
Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Commissioners – Board Treasurer (2014 – 2015)
Past member of the Habitat for Humanity of Evansville – Development CommitteeÂ
Current Leadership Evansville Board of Directors (2011-14; 2018 – present)
Harrison High School /Warrior Athletic Booster Club – Past President (2010 – 2013)
Harrison High School Athletic Hall of Fame – Founder and Past Chairman
WNIN Channel 9 Auctioneer (2011 – 2015, 2017, 2018; â€Red Blue Hoops†radio show co-founder and past co-host 2014-16)
Past member of the Evansville African American Museum Gala – Auction CommitteeÂ
 Below Are A List Of Mr. Shoulders Current And Past Awards and Honors:
Top Producer/President’s Award – First Federal Savings Bank (2010 and 2011)
Community Service Award – Fifth Third Bank (January 2013)
Most “Starz†Volunteer Hours in Evansville Market – Old National Bank (2014, 2015)
Selected as a Top Performer for Old National Bank (2015)Â
Chamber of Commerce Drive – “Big Dawg Award†(most memberships sold)
Past Recipient of the President’s Award for Community Service – Boys and Girls ClubÂ
Selected as  a “Top 20 Under 40†– Evansville Business Journal/Evansville Courier and Press in September 2011
Selected as “Top 20 Under 40†– News 4U Magazine (2015)Â
Involved in 100 Men Who Cook — Chef -Evansville (2012- present)
Past Vanderburgh Medical Alliance Annual Style Show – Master of Ceremonies
This year’s awards luncheon will be held at Tropicana-Evansville Walnut rooms A and B. The registration begin at 11:30 am, the event officially starts at 12 noon on October 25, 2019. Reservations for this event maybe obtain by calling 812-774-8011. Deadline for registration is October 15, 2019. Last years event was a sellout.
Women Returning To School Can Compete For Scholarship
Women Returning To School Can Compete For Scholarship
Staff Report
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INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Political Organization for Women’s Education and Representation—POWER—is offering scholarships to non-traditional women students whose education was delayed or interrupted by events in their lives.
Rep. Holli Sullivan, R-Evansville, and Rep. Robin Shackleford, D-Indianapolis, said there is still time to apply for one of at least 18 scholarships, two in each Congressional district, for $750. Sullivan is president and Shackleford is vice president of POWER.
“Through this scholarship, non-traditional female students can receive financial help as they further their education,†Sullivan said, adding that higher education credentials can open doors and enable Hoosiers to meet their goals regardless of age, sex or family structure.
Shackleford said the scholarships will help women who have the vision to succeed no matter the adversities they faced.
“We are especially interested in recognizing those women whose goals and desires for education align with a passion to give back to their communities,†she said.
Scholarships are aimed at supporting women who are returning to school after a hiatus, changing careers, and seeking advancement in their careers or work lives, as well as stay-at-home moms entering the workplace who are in need of additional education and training. They are given to women who are residents of the state of Indiana and who are pursuing their educational endeavors in the state.
The scholarship is not intended for recent high school graduates or women who are eligible for or already have received other significant financial aid. They will be awarded based on need, personal vision, service to the community and future plans.
In each Congressional district, one scholarship will be awarded to a non-traditional woman who is enrolled in courses at a higher education institution in Indiana, and a second scholarship will be awarded to a non-traditional woman who is majoring full-time in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics program (STEM) at a college or university in Indiana.
To fill out an application, go to www.inpowercaucus.org/powerscholarship/. Scholarships will be awarded at a ceremony in February.
Local Farms Eligible For Assistance After Heavy Rain, Flooding
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Hoosier farmers are no strangers to working hard and adapting to the weather, but 2019 has been especially difficult. Earlier this year, many across the state grappled with heavy rains and flooding, which caused delays during planting season and damage to property. Farmers in our area may now qualify to receive federal assistance if they show at least a 30% loss in crop production or a physical loss to livestock, livestock products, real estate or other property. If approved, farmers can borrow up to 100% of production or physical losses for a maximum amount of $500,000. Those with existing Farm Service Agency loans who are unable to make payments may also be eligible to have certain payments deferred. Click here to learn more about FSA’s Emergency Farm Loans. The deadline to apply is April 29, 2020. |
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Evansville Police Are Investigating The Death Of A Man Who Died During Physical Fight With EPD Officers
Evansville Police are investigating the death of a man who died during a physical fight with EPD officers on Friday night.
The officers were dispatched to the D-Patrick car dealership at 4300 Division St at 7:45 pm for a report of an intoxicated man who was in a restricted area of the business.Â
Officers attempted to detain the man, but he refused to cooperate. He punched one officer in the nose, knocking him to the ground. A second officer TASED the man. The TASER had a temporary effect, but the man was able to overcome the effects and began running from the officers. He tripped and fell while running and officers were able to catch up to him. During a second altercation, he continued to resist. He was eventually handcuffed.Â
Officers turned him onto his side and saw he was not responsive, but he was breathing and had a pulse. A third officer, who was previously an EMT, began monitoring the man. Prior to an ambulance arriving, the man stopped breathing. Officers performed CPR until medics arrived. The man was taken to a local hospital for treatment but was pronounced deceased shortly after arriving.
The man has been tentatively identified, but police are not releasing his information at this time.Â
In accordance with EPD policy, the officers will be placed on a 3-day administrative leave.Â
The police investigation into the man’s death will coincide with an internal investigation.Â
Additional details will be released as they are confirmed and become available.Â
EPA, U.S. Army Repeal 2015 Rule Defining “Waters of the United States†Ending Regulatory Patchwork
At an event in Washington, D.C., U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler and Department of the Army Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works R.D. James announced that the agencies are repealing a 2015 rule that impermissibly expanded the definition of “waters of the United States†(WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act. The agencies are also recodifying the longstanding and familiar regulatory text that existed prior to the 2015 Rule—ending a regulatory patchwork that required implementing two competing Clean Water Act regulations, which has created regulatory uncertainty across the United States.
“Today, EPA and the Department of the Army finalized a rule to repeal the previous administration’s overreach in the federal regulation of U.S. waters and recodify the longstanding and familiar regulatory text that previously existed,†said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “Today’s Step 1 action fulfills a key promise of President Trump and sets the stage for Step 2 – a new WOTUS definition that will provide greater regulatory certainty for farmers, landowners, home builders, and developers nationwide.â€
“Today, Administrator Wheeler and I signed a final rule that repeals the 2015 Rule and restores the previous regulatory regime exactly how it existed prior to finalization of the 2015 Rule,†said R.D. James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works. “Before this final rule, a patchwork of regulations existed across the country as a result of various judicial decisions enjoining the 2015 Rule. This final rule reestablishes national consistency across the country by returning all jurisdictions to the longstanding regulatory framework that existed prior to the 2015 Rule, which is more familiar to the agencies, States, Tribes, local governments, regulated entities, and the public while the agencies engage in a second rulemaking to revise the definition of ‘waters of the United States.’â€
Today’s rule is the first step—Step 1—in a two-step rulemaking process to define the scope of “waters of the United States†that are regulated under the Clean Water Act. Step 1 provides regulatory certainty as to the definition of “waters of the United States†following years of litigation surrounding the 2015 Rule. The two federal district courts that have reviewed the merits of the 2015 Rule found that the rule suffered from certain errors and issued orders remanding the 2015 Rule back to the agencies. Multiple other federal district courts have preliminarily enjoined the 2015 Rule pending a decision on the merits of the rule. In this action, EPA and the Army jointly conclude that multiple substantive and procedural errors warrant a repeal of the 2015 Rule. For example, the 2015 Rule:
- Did not implement the legal limits on the scope of the agencies’ authority under the Clean Water Act as intended by Congress and reflected in Supreme Court cases.
- Failed to adequately recognize, preserve, and protect the primary responsibilities and rights of states to manage their own land and water resources.
- Approached the limits of the agencies’ constitutional and statutory authority absent a clear statement from Congress.
- Suffered from certain procedural errors and a lack of adequate record support as it relates to the 2015 Rule’s distance-based limitations.
With this final repeal, the agencies will implement the pre-2015 regulations, which are currently in place in more than half of the states, informed by applicable agency guidance documents and consistent with Supreme Court decisions and longstanding agency practice. The final rule takes effect 60 days after publication in the Federal Register.
In December 2018, EPA and the Army proposed a new definition—Step 2—that would clearly define where federal jurisdiction begins and ends in accordance with the Clean Water Act and Supreme Court precedent. In the proposal, the agencies provide a clear definition of the difference between federally regulated waterways and those waters that rightfully remain solely under state authority.