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Early Childhood Education Conference At Ivy Tech

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What: National Speaker Dr. Nefertit B. Poyner to keynote 4C of Southern Indiana Summer Conference

When: Saturday, July 13, Keynote at 10 a.m.

Where: Vectren Auditorium, Room 147

Ivy Tech Community College

3501 N. First Avenue, Evansville

Background: The 4C Summer Conference is planned on Saturday at Ivy Tech Community College Evansville Campus. Sponsored by the college and 4C of Southern Indiana, Inc., the conference will feature Keynote Speaker Nefertiti Bruce Poyner,  national trainer for the Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Center for Resilient Children. The conference is from 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m.. Registration takes place from 7:30-8:30, with breakout sessions in classrooms on campus from 8:30-9:45 and 12:45-2 p.m.

You hear in the news about students who have experienced traumatic brain injuries, or who have been a part of traumatic events – who have trouble learning, coping, and managing their emotions. Poyner’s keynote relates to this topic and is at 10 a.m. in Vectren Auditorium. It is titled  “The Resilience Cascade: Supporting Children, Families, Organizations and Communities.” It will introduce the concept of the resilience cascade: how strong communities that collaborate can influence the health of organizations and staff, and how healthy adults can support the resilience of children.

Poyner said that by gaining a stronger understanding of these important connections, participants will gain an appreciation for looking outside the box for strategies to support children. Participants will feel validated that taking care of themselves is not “selfish” or “self-serving,” but directly connected to the well-being of those in their care. Participants will also feel empowered to take a holistic, “big picture” view of resilience, leaving with a new perspective on how to best support children and families. She will also lead a breakout session titled: “Assessing and Strengthening Children’s Resilience Utilizing the Devereaux Early Childhood Assessment Program.” There will also be 20 other breakout sessions around topics related to such things as “What we can Learn from Reggio Emilia, Italy; Reading and Math Right from the Start; What Conscious Discipline Looks Like Every Day with Children; and How do you Help Children Manage Their Emotions.  See attachment for all breakouts.

There will also be an exhibit, located in the Bower-Suhrheinrich Visual Arts Center at Ivy Tech (Room 107) featuring “The Reggio Approach and Experiences in Dialogue.”

IT WOULD BE AN HONOR, HOWEVER…

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IT WOULD BE AN HONOR, HOWEVER

Gavel Gamut By Jim Redwine

Peg and I and several members of the Redwine family were fortunate to have been included in last week’s New Harmony, Indiana Fourth of July Celebration. It was a community effort with fine music, an excellent reading of the Declaration of Independence by our friend and neighbor Chuck Minnette and copious amounts of hot dogs and ice cream. I was honored to be included as a speaker.

Reporter and photographer Lois Mittino Gray of the Posey County News did an excellent job of capturing the essence of America’s Birthday celebration and I truly appreciated her kind remarks. I also understand how someone named Redwine who was born on the Osage Indian Nation in Pawhuska, Oklahoma and who wore an Osage inspired patriotic vest could be assumed to be a member of the great Osage Tribe. While such an honor would be a source of great pride for me, alas, while I have numerous Osage, and other Indian tribe friends, I am not a tribal member.

Growing up in Osage County I played sports with and against Osages. I attended church and public schools with Osages. I count Osages among my best friends and treasure our memories and current relationships. I have always felt accepted and respected as a friend, teammate, schoolmate and competitor by my Osage friends. But the great privilege of being an actual Osage must remain in the realm of desire, not reality.

Gentle Reader, should you wish to encounter a culture where the Osage Tribe and several other justly proud Indian peoples will welcome you as they always have me and my family, I recommend you plan an excursion to Pawhuska, Oklahoma. You will find buffalo (bison), miles of virgin prairie on the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve, the Osage Tribal Museum, the Osage County Historical Museum, Woolaroc Museum, cowboys of the non-drugstore type, rodeos and the Pioneer Woman’s Mercantile among just some of the fun and enriching things to experience. You may even encounter Peg and me and other members of the Redwine family as Osage County and Pawhuska may not officially designate us as Osage, but we all have always proudly claimed the culture and heritage of that special place.

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EPA Announces Policy To Enhance Enforcement And Compliance Assurance Partnerships

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EPA announced today a final policy to enhance effective partnerships with states in civil enforcement and compliance assurance work.  Articulated in a memorandum from EPA’s Assistant Administrator for Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Susan Bodine, the final policy describes procedures and practices for effective coordination between EPA and states when carrying out shared responsibilities under environmental laws.

“The policy reflects the dialogue we have had with our state partners on enhancing our work together, “said Susan Bodine, EPA’s Assistant Administrator for Enforcement and Compliance Assurance. “The final policy clarifies roles and provides a clear roadmap that EPA and our state partners can use to more effectively achieve our shared goal of increasing compliance with environmental regulations.”

“The Environmental Council of the States committed to this partnership with USEPA to drive improvements in effective and efficient enforcement and compliance assurance outcomes. We look forward to better realization of shared goals for future environmental progress.” said Becky W. Keogh, ECOS President and Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment Secretary. “We look forward to better realization of shared goals for future environmental progress.”

The final policy memorandum is divided into three sections.  The first section details requirements for joint planning and regular communication between EPA and states to promote enhanced, shared accountability.  The second section of the policy provides greater detail on EPA and state roles and responsibilities in implementing authorized programs.  The third and last section of the policy provides a process for the elevation and resolution of issues.

The issuance of today’s final policy replaces the interim guidance memorandum on enhanced planning and communication between EPA regional offices and states issued by Susan Bodine on January 22, 2018.  EPA indicated that it would update and finalize that guidance based on input from EPA regional offices, states, and a workgroup on compliance assurance that EPA and the Environmental Council of States convened in September of 2017.  On May 13, 2019, EPA published a federal register notice soliciting public comment on a draft final policy. Today, EPA is releasing the final policy on Enhancing Effective Partnerships Between the EPA and the States in Civil Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Work.

To read EPA’s policy on Enhancing Effective Partnerships Between the EPA and the States in Civil Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Work:  https://www.epa.gov/compliance/enhancing-effective-partnerships-between-epa-and-states-civil-enforcement-and-compliance

 

INDIANA HISTORY HIGHLIGHTS

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July 14 – July 20

The Week in Indiana History


Moon headline

1969     50 years ago, this headline from theSouth Bend Tribune said it all as the whole world watched the progress of the Apollo 11 mission.  Purdue University graduate Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the surface of the moon.  He was 239,000 miles from home when he stepped from the lunar module Eagle and said, “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.”


1906     Gary, Indiana, was incorporated by the United States Steel Corporation.  It was named for the company’s founder, Judge Elbert Henry Gary.  The new city grew quickly and within 20 years was one of the largest in the state.


Red Skelton

1913     Comedian Red Skelton was born in Vincennes.  Starting as a circus clown, he became famous in vaudeville, movies, radio, and television.  Today he is honored by a museum in his hometown which includes a fully-interactive exhibit entitled “Red Skelton:  A Legacy of Laughter.”


1926     Dedication ceremonies were held near Angola for land that would become Indiana’s fifth state park.  Originally called Lake James Park, the name was changed to Pokagon to reflect the area’s Native American heritage and Potawatomi leaders Leopold and Simon Pokagon.  Among those at the ceremony were Governor Ed Jackson and former Governor James Goodrich.


State Police

1935     The first Indiana State PoliceAcademy was held at the State Fairgrounds.  The recruits slept on army cots on the second floor of the horse barn and took their meals at the State Fair Hotel near Gate 6.  The rigorous five-week training program produced the first class of formally-trained state troopers.


RCA TV1950     Sales of television sets were expected to rise in Indianapolis as WFBM announced plans to carry network programs.  Viewers could look forward to seeing the World Series and popular shows featuring Arthur Godfrey, Jack Benny, and Hopalong Cassidy.  Most of the RCA receivers were built in factories in Indianapolis, Bloomington, and Marion.  In today’s dollars, the price of the model pictured here would be over $4,000.

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1.  The fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, is the location for what popular TV series?

2.  DePauw University is located in which Indiana county?

3.  Who was the first woman to serve as Lieutenant Governor of Indiana?

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Did You Know?

     The Indiana State Police Museum tells the story of the history of the agency from its inception in 1933 to today.  Among the fascinating collection is the death mask of bank robber John Dillinger, classic police cars, and uniforms from earlier eras.  The museum is located at 8660 E. 21st Street in Indianapolis.  Visitors are welcome to walk around on their own.  Guided tours are also available, and school groups are encouraged to come on field trips. For more information, call (317) 899-8293.


Quote

HOOSIER QUOTE OF THE WEEK

” We’re all put on earth for a purpose, and mine is to make people laugh.”

– – Red Skelton


ANSWERS:  1.  Stranger Things      2.  Putnam County  3.  Kathy Davis

“LEFT JAB AND RIGHT JAB” JULY 13, 2019

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“LEFT JAB AND RIGHT JAB”

“Right Jab And Left Jab” was created because we have two commenters that post on a daily basis either in our “IS IT TRUE” or “Readers Forum” columns concerning National or International issues.
Joe Biden and Ronald Reagan’s comments are mostly about issues of national interest.  The majority of our “IS IT TRUE” columns are about local or state issues, so we have decided to give Mr. Biden and Mr. Reagan exclusive access to our newly created “LEFT JAB and RIGHT JAB”  column. They now have this post to exclusively discuss national or world issues that they feel passionate about.
We shall be posting the “LEFT JAB” AND “RIGHT JAB” several times a week.  Oh, “Left Jab” is a liberal view and the “Right Jab is representative of the more conservative views. Also, any reader who would like to react to the written comments of the two gentlemen is free to do so.

FOOTNOTE: Any comments posted in this column do not represent the views or opinions of the City-County Observer or our advertisers.

ADOPT A PET

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Samwell is one of the five “Game of Thrones” kittens, along with his mom, Cersei! This litter is one of the VHS’ longest resident litters of kittens. They spent weeks in foster care getting big & strong, like their Westeros namesakes, and are now ready for forever homes. Samwell is 3 ½ months old and the most regal-looking of his clan. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!

HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE

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Security Officer
Nighthawk Security Company LLC – Evansville, IN
Nighthawk Security requires that all employees have a reliable means of transportation and A valid driver’s license….
Easily apply
Sponsored
Help Wanted
Schnucks Evansville N. – Evansville, IN
Now hiring at 3700 N First Ave,…
Jul 8
Part-time Customer Experience Representative – EVPL Oaklyn
Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library 3.7/5 rating   3 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$10.10 an hour
I know that to a library user I am the library, whether I am on the job, riding a bus, or checking out at the grocery store….
Jul 8
Executive Business Coach
Peak Performance Management 4.3/5 rating   3 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Responsive employer
$75,000 – $150,000 a year
This opportunity will allow you to work a schedule that fits within your current life style. This is a perfect opportunity to join a growing business and using…
Easily apply
Jul 7
Part Time Server/ Nights-Weekends
KIPPLEE’s Restaurant – Evansville, IN
$10 – $15 an hour
Must be at least 21 years old, because we serve alcohol. Yes. Friendly, energetic server needed to join an exciting customer service team….
Easily apply
Jul 7
Parts Specialist
LYNN’S WESTSIDE MARINE, INC. – Evansville, IN
Provide assistance to retail customers and technicians, including answering phones. We are looking for an energetic and motivated Parts Counter person to…
Easily apply
Jul 8
Delivery Driver
AAUSTIN EXPRESS 2/5 rating   40 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$14 an hour
Must be on time and at work everyday. Hiring for Full-Time Delivery Courier in Evansville and surrounding areas….
Easily apply
Jul 7
ADMITTING REPRESENTATIVE-Admitting, Part-Time .6FTE/48 Hours
Deaconess Women’s Hospital of Southern Indiana 2.4/5 rating   10 reviews  – Evansville, IN
The Admitting Representative is responsible for greeting, admitting inpatients and outpatients accurately, collecting payments and directing/escorting patients…
Jul 6
Office Assistant
Schalco Garage Doors – Newburgh, IN
Answering and routing phone calls. Wanting to hire someone to help with the day to day tasks including scheduling, taking phone calls, writing work orders,…
Easily apply
Jul 7
Carry-Out/Cashier
KIPPLEE’s Restaurant – Evansville, IN
$8 – $9 an hour
Answer phone, take orders, ring up orders, hand out orders, general cleaning. Operate all aspects of the register, including cash and card transactions,…
Easily apply
Jul 7
Custodian $10 hour for mornings (OPE-19-01816)
Prestige Maintenance USA 2.9/5 rating   103 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Ability to operate small power tools. Can work independently and in stressful environments. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS….
Jul 7
Customer Service Associate Hiring Event
Sam’s Club 3.6/5 rating   17,154 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$11.50 an hour
Sam’s Club Hiring Event! Offers on the Spot! Event Details Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2019 Location: Sam’s Club, 6770 E. Virginia St., Evansville, IN 47715 US…
Jul 6
Seasonal Stockroom Operations Associate
KOHLS 3.8/5 rating   18,215 reviews  – Evansville, IN
“Smiles and Says Hi!” Greets all customers and associates, assists in a friendly, courteous manner and adheres to the “Yes we Can” policy efficiently resolving…
Jul 8
Night Auditor/Front Desk Clerk
Econolodge Inn & Suites East – Evansville, IN
$8 – $10 an hour
(12am to 8am) The Night Auditor performs the same duties as a Front Desk Clerk but also performs the daily audit for the hotel, balances and processes credit…
Easily apply
Jul 6
Newspaper Delivery
EVANSVILLE COURIER & PRESS 3.7/5 rating   20 reviews  – Newburgh, IN
$1,100 a month
Earn extra money early mornings as an independent contractor delivering the Evansville Courier & Press. Please leave name, address, & phone number if no answer….
Easily apply
Jul 7
PARENT AIDE – ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, ELKHART CO., MARSHALL CO., KOSCIUSKO CO.
FAMILY FOCUS INC – Saint Joseph, IN
Have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and continuous use of a reliable vehicle, where car seats can be installed, and multiple passengers can ride….
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Sponsored
Maintenance Technician, Apartment Community
Benchmark Management Corporation – Evansville, IN
HVAC Certification (Preferred). The successful candidate will be a High School Graduate (or equivalent), have a minimum of 3 years maintenance or skilled trade…
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Sponsored
Receptionist
Dean Bosler’s Furniture – Evansville, IN
$8.50 an hour
Duties will include answering the phone, greeting customers and light clerical work. We are looking for someone who is dependable organized, friendly,…
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Sponsored

VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES

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 Evansville, IN – Below are the felony cases to be filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.

Phillip Wayne Garrett: Domestic battery (Level 6 Felony), Strangulation (Level 6 Felony)

Luke Anthony Hayden: Burglary (Level 5 Felony), Theft (Level 6 Felony)

John Scott Johnson: Domestic battery (Level 6 Felony)

Michael Lee Kneer: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 6 Felony), Public intoxication (Class B misdemeanor), Public intoxication (Class B misdemeanor)

Michael James Hornick III: Impersonation of a public servant (Level 6 Felony)

Elizabeth Dawn Brown: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 4 Felony), Theft (Class A misdemeanor), Possession of marijuana (Class B misdemeanor), Possession of paraphernalia (Class C misdemeanor)

Sterling R. Westbrook: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 4 Felony), Possession of marijuana (Class B misdemeanor), Possession of paraphernalia (Class C misdemeanor)

Nicholas Patrick Gonterman: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 6 Felony), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor)

Timothy Allan Cantu: Unlawful possession of syringe (Level 6 Felony)

Beatrice Jean Wheeler: Operating a vehicle while intoxicated endangering a person with a passenger less than 18 years of age (Level 6 Felony), Neglect of a dependent (Level 6 Felony), Neglect of a dependent (Level 6 Felony)

Anthony Francis Keil: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 6 Felony)

Omobea Kotea Miller: Aggravated battery (Level 3 Felony), Battery by means of a deadly weapon (Level 5 Felony)

Michael Lee Snyder: Residential entry (Level 6 Felony)

Dallas M. Gilchrist: Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (Level 6 Felony), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor), Disorderly conduct (Class B misdemeanor)

Max Dylan Roll: Domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury (Level 6 Felony)

Bridgett N. Austin: Domestic battery (Level 6 Felony)

Megan Nichole Gilchrist: Battery against a public safety official (Level 6 Felony), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor), Disorderly conduct (Class B misdemeanor), Public intoxication (Class B misdemeanor)

Jacob Logan Cline: Battery resulting in serious bodily injury (Level 5 Felony), Battery resulting in serious bodily injury (Level 5 Felony), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor)

Jeffory Thomas Green: Dealing in methamphetamine (Level 2 Felony), Possession of methamphetamine (Level 3 Felony)

AN EVENING WITH THE AVETT BROTHERS

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FORD CENTER

NOVEMBER 19

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, JULY 19 AT 10:00AM

Evansville, IN (July 12, 2019): Folk rockers The Avett Brothers return to Evansville’s Ford Center on November 19. Tickets on sale Friday, July 19 at 10:00am at Ticketmaster.com.

About The Avett Brothers

The Avett Brothers made mainstream waves with their 2009 major label debut, I and Love and You, landing at No. 16 on the Billboard Top 200 and garnering critical acclaim. 2012 saw The Carpenter hit No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200 and was followed by Magpie and the Dandelion (2013) which debuted at No. 5 onBillboard’s Top 200 and saw the band appear twice on Jimmy Kimmel Live! True Sadness (2016) achieved The Avett Brothers’ highest career debut to date hitting No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Albums Chart, No. 1 Top Rock Albums Chart, No. 1 Digital Albums Chart, No. 3 on Billboard Top 200, and scoring two GRAMMY® nominations. In the same year, the band was inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. In 2017, the band released their critically acclaimed documentary May It Last: A Portrait of The Avett Brothers, which was co-directed by Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio. The film followed the band as they wrote their GRAMMY® nominated album True Sadness. The film was released theatrically and on HBO to rave reviews and critical acclaim and is now available on DVD/Blu-Ray/VOD. In November 2018, the band headlined the concert for Hurricane Florence Relief in Greenville, North Carolina, raising $325,000 to help those affected by Hurricane Florence.

Four new songs have recently been released (“Roses and Sacrifice,” “Trouble Letting Go,” “Neapolitan Sky,” “High Steppin’”) in anticipation of new album Closer Than Together, to be released on October 4, 2019.

Coming soon: Swept Away – a new musical inspired by and featuring the music of The Avett Brothers- will have its world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in June 2020.