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HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE
JNC To Interview Rush, Justices On Chief Justice Appointment
IL for www.theindianalawyer.com
The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission will vote this month to select the state’s next chief justice.
In a Friday announcement, the Indiana Supreme Court said the commission will begin interviews regarding the reappointment of Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush at 9 a.m. August 21 in Room 319 of the Statehouse. The appointment of Indiana’s highest judicial officer occurs every five years and is open to the press and public.
Rush, who succeeded former Chief Justice Brent Dickson, was named chief justice in 2014 by then-Gov. Mike Pence.
The four other Supreme Court justices are set to attend the August meeting to share their thoughts on what they consider to be important qualities and attributes that a chief justice should maintain.
The justices are set to speak with the commission in 15-minute intervals, beginning at 9 a.m. with Justice Geoffrey Slaughter and followed by Justice Mark Massa at 9:15, Justice Steven David at 9:45 and Justice Christopher Goff at 10 a.m. Slaughter will participate by phone, and Rush will close out the interview process at 10:15.
At approximately 10:30 a.m., the commission will go into an executive session for discussion. Following the executive session, the commission will convene in a public session to vote on its selection of Indiana’s next chief justice.
Evansville Police to Patrol for Drugged and Alcohol-Impaired Drivers
The Evansville Police Department is joining about 230 law-enforcement agencies across Indiana and thousands nationwide in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over mobilization. From mid-August through Labor Day, police will be working overtime to arrest impaired drivers. Expect to see increased sobriety checkpoints, roving patrols and saturation patrols.
Any substance that makes you feel different – like legal or illegal drugs and alcohol – can also make you drive different. Designate a sober driver today as officers will be on patrol for impaired drivers.
A driving while intoxicated (DWI) arrest means going to jail and losing your driver’s license. The average DWI cost? About $10,000, including car towing and repairs, attorney fees, fines, court costs, lost time at work and other hefty expenses.
Overtime patrols are supported with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration funds distributed by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI). For more information, visit http://on.IN.gov/drivesober.Â
New impaired-driving equipment
In every state, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or higher. In Indiana, drivers under 21 with a BAC of .02 or higher are subject to fines and a license suspension for up to 1 year.Â
But DWI includes more than alcohol, and there is no quick field test for the many prescription, over-the-counter and illegal drugs that can impair drivers. To assist with traffic enforcement, ICJI recently provided Indiana police agencies with:
- 2,600 portable breath tests to evaluate alcohol impairment in drivers,
- 1,000 RADAR and LIDAR speed-measurement devices, and
- Android tablets for 248 highly trained police officers who document drugged drivers.
Tips for a safe and fun season
The annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign includes the Labor Day weekend, with thousands upon thousands of Hoosier families taking to their cars for end-of-summer barbecues, football games, lakes and pool parties. Sadly, it is also one of the deadliest times of year for impaired-driving deaths.
With all of today’s options for getting home safely, there’s no excuse for getting behind the wheel impaired as it endangers you and everyone else around you. Law enforcement recommends these safe alternatives to impaired driving:
- Designate, or be, a sober driver.
- Use public transportation.
- Call a cab or a ridesharing service.
- Download the SaferRide mobile app on the Android Play Store or the Apple iTunes Store. This app only has three options: call a taxi, call a friend, and identify your location for pickup.
- Celebrate at home or a place where you can stay until sober.
- Throwing a party? Offer non-alcoholic beverages and plenty of food.
- Never provide alcohol to minors.
- Ask young drivers about their plans.
- Friend or family member about to drive? Take the keys and make alternate arrangements.
Ride sober
Motorcycles are about 3 percent of registered vehicles, but are dramatically over-represented in impaired driving crashes. And the more that bikers are impaired, the less likely they are to wear helmets.
Report impaired driversÂ
If you see an impaired driver, turn off the road away from the vehicle and call 911. Signs of impaired driving include:
- Weaving, swerving, drifting, or straddling the center line
- Driving at a very slow speed
- Braking erratically
- Making wide turns
- Stopping without cause
- Responding slowly to traffic signals
- Driving after dark with headlights off
- Closely missing an object or vehicle
- Turning abruptly or illegally
- Driving on the wrong side of the road
Drivers should also watch for impaired pedestrians who may not be paying attention to their surroundings.
Dr. George Rapp To Receive 2019 Sachem Award
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb will present Hoosier humanitarian Dr. George Rapp with the 2019 Sachem Award, the state’s highest honor, at a ceremony Tuesday, Aug. 27.
“Dr. George Rapp has helped make his hometown, our state and the world a much better place to live through his devotion to the arts, education and medicine,†Gov. Holcomb said. “You would be hard-pressed to find someone who has made the kind of impact he has in so many different fields.â€
First Lady Janet Holcomb announced that Dr. Rapp will be this year’s recipient during the Hoosier Art Salon’s 95th Annual Exhibition Preview Event Thursday evening at the Indiana State Museum. Dr. Rapp, a longtime supporter of the salon, served as a co-host of the event.
The Sachem is given annually to recognize a lifetime of excellence and moral virtue that has brought credit and honor to Indiana. Previous recipients include Holocaust survivor Eva Mozes Kor (2017), Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, president emeritus of the University of Notre Dame and world statesman (2006), and long-time businessman and civic leader P.E. MacAllister (2014). Dr. Rapp will be the third Sachem honoree named by Gov. Holcomb.
A native of New Harmony, Indiana, Dr. Rapp has been a medical pioneer, champion of education and supporter of the arts throughout his life.
An orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Rapp practiced for thirty-five years, serving the majority of that time as chief of orthopedic surgery and the orthopedic residency program at St. Vincent Hospital, clinical professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine, and Director of the Scoliosis Clinic at Riley Hospital for Children. In those roles, he treated a countless number of patients, including numerous children with scoliosis, and helped train many orthopedic surgery residents. An innovator, Dr. Rapp invented a hip prosthesis for total hip replacement and helped found Sofamor Danek, now a division of Medtronic, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of spinal instrumentation.
Dr. Rapp’s passion for education has made a global mark. He has provided college scholarships to graduating seniors at New Harmony High School, been a lead fundraiser for the Indiana University School of Medicine, worked with the Indiana University Kenya program to supply volunteer orthopedic surgeons to help further orthopedic education in Africa, and been instrumental in developing surgical suites and housing facilities at Moi University in Eldoret, Kenya.
Since his retirement, Dr. Rapp has devoted his life to numerous philanthropic efforts, working with such groups as Crossroads of America Boy Scouts, Indiana Historical Society, the Indiana State Museum and Indiana Landmarks. A proponent of the arts, he helped start the New Harmony Hoosier Salon Art Gallery and the annual “First Brush of Spring†New Harmony Paint Out, now in its 21st year, and helped restore the Ravine Garden at Newfields in Indianapolis.
He and his wife, Peggy, now live in Indianapolis. His life motto is “Do all the good you can, in all the ways you can, for all the people you can, for as long as you can.â€
Obituary for Mary Elizabeth Kormelink
Mary Elizabeth (Schenk) Kormelink, 93, passed away on Wednesday,
July 31, 2019 at Deaconess Midtown in Evansville. She was born on July 30, 1926 in Vanderburgh County to the late John and Magdelena (Wolf) Schenk.
July 31, 2019 at Deaconess Midtown in Evansville. She was born on July 30, 1926 in Vanderburgh County to the late John and Magdelena (Wolf) Schenk.
Mary was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church where she was head usher for many years. She was the first female machine operator at Shane Uniform Company during the war effort. Mary was a beloved cafeteria worker at Evans Elementary School where she touched the lives of many young children. She and her husband raised Homing Pigeons and White Doves. Mary loved sitting at her bay window and screened in porch.
Mary is survived by her sons Thomas (Lisa) Kormelink, Jr., of Decatur, IL and Timothy (Lisa) Kormelink of Newburgh; daughter, Robynn (Joe) Working of Evansville; grandchildren, Michael (Sloan) Kormelink, Matthew (Jen) Kormelink, Lauren and Lindsey Kormelink; Justin (Jess) Kormelink, Josh Kormelink, Brianne (Scott) Elmendorf, and Bethany Kormelink; Ryan (Amy) Nicholson, Louis (Becca) Nicholson and Christie (Carlos) Caballero; Tara Garrett and Katelynn Working; 8 Great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Thomas L. Kormelink, Sr. and her brothers, Roman and Linus Schenk.
Visitation will be Friday, August 2, 2019 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Ziemer Funeral Home Central Chapel, 626 First Ave., Evansville. Visitation will continue on Saturday, August 3, 2019 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the funeral home. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 am with Father Ted Tempel officiating.
Burial will be at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, 2500 Mesker Park Dr., Evansville, IN 47720.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Deaconess Hospital Foundation, 600 Mary Street, Evansville, IN 47747.
Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.
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Obituary for Zachary Joseph Tromley
Zachary Joseph Tromley, 27, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019 after a long and courageous battle with osteosarcoma. Zach received his first diagnosis in November of 2007. He underwent treatment and surgery and was cancer free for 8 years. He had his first relapse in 2016, but continued to pursue pharmacy school while undergoing treatment.Â
Zach attended St. Philip Catholic grade school and Mater Dei High School. He participated on the Mater Dei tennis team and played keyboard for the Mater Dei Marching Wildcats. He completed his prerequisite coursework for pharmacy school at the University of Southern Indiana and just recently was granted his Pharm.D degree through Midwestern University in Chicago. Zach loved hanging with friends, tasting IPA’s, and watching super hero movies.
Zach is survived by his parents, Tony & Beth Tromley, his older brother, Nick, and his wife, Kristyn, nephew, Joe, and two younger sisters, Megan and Molly. Also, surviving are grandparents, Joe & Betty Elpers and Mary Ann Tromley
The family would like to thank all the healthcare providers that supported them throughout the journey. Dr. Jessica Goodman at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital, Dr. Joseph Pressey at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Dr. Reza Mehran, at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Brian Van Tine at Siteman Cancer Center, Dr. Mark Agulnik at Northwestern Medical Center, Dr. Peter Anderson and Dr. Seth Rotz at Cleveland Clinic, and our local oncologist, Dr. Tom Waits. Special thanks also to the staff at St. Vincent Oncology Hematology Associates and the staff at the Linda E. White Hospice House for their kindness and excellent care.
Family and friends are invited to attend his memorial service on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Evansville City Church at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Evansville City Church, 314 Market St. Evansville IN, 47708 or the family’s non-profit, Riding Hope, Inc., a horseback riding program for children with special needs.
Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.
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Obituary for George H. Clemmons
George H. Clemmons, 91, transitioned from earth to eternity on August 1, 2019 at The Evansville Protestant Home. Husband, devoted father, grandfather, a loyal friend, Jazz lover, fashion trendsetter, and one who never met a stranger, George Clemmons was an inspiration to his family and countless numbers of people during his lifetime. He was recognized as a pillar and icon in his community, influencing several generations. He served as an inspiration to numerous local musicians and aspiring business owners. He was a lifetime member of Lincoln Clark Douglas Alumni, Baptist Town Jazz Club, American Legion Post 354, Carver Senior Center, and an active member of Nazarene Baptist Church.
Born in Providence, Kentucky, George was the son of Cora and George Clemmons. He attended Hampton Institute in Hampton, Virginia, where he played saxophone with the Royal Hamptonians. While pursuing his studies at Hampton, he met his future wife, Connie Terry. After college, he served in the Army with the 317 Combat Engineers. After the war, George returned to Evansville and ran, “George’s Bar†on Governor and Gum for five years. He later went into business with his father and managed “Club Paradise†on Lincoln Ave for forty- five years. George was responsible for producing numerous live shows within the club and Evansville’s Civic Auditorium. These shows included such acts as The Ohio Players, The Spinners, Parliament Funkadelic, Houston Person, Jimmy McGriff, Jimmy Church and many more.
George was preceded in death by his loving wife, Connie of 64 years, daughter April M. Hughes and grandson, Eric Sanabria. He is survived by his devoted daughter: Robin Clemmons; son: Robert Terry (Carliss); special grandson: Marques Terry (Stephanie); granddaughter: Jasmine Terry; grandson: Richard Sanabria Jr. (Nancy); and great-grandchildren; Denereo, Marques, Brianna, Myles and Madison.
Services are 11:00 a.m. Monday August 5, 2019 at Nazarene Missionary Baptist Church with wake service at the church on Sunday August 4, 2019 from 5-7 p.m. Viewing will also be available Monday at 10:00 a.m. until service time. R. Mason Brothers Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Leave condolences at www.masonbrothersfs.com.
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Burdick crushes Otters’ comeback effort
In a game that was scoreless through seven and half innings, the Evansville Otters fell 4-3 to the Lake Erie Crushers Thursday on Dale Burdick’s walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth inning.
Lake Erie broke the scoreless tie with three runs in the bottom of the eighth, and Evansville answered back with three runs in the top of the ninth, but Burdick’s heroics gave Lake Erie the series win.
Thursday was a pitcher’s duel between Tyler Vail and Pat Ledet and was as good as advertised going into the game, as the game was scoreless through seven and half innings.
Vail’s night ended after seven innings, allowing only four hits while striking out seven and walking three.
He ran into a bases-loaded jam with one out in the bottom of the seventh, but back-to-back strikeouts shut the door on the Crushers.
In the first five innings, the Otters’ leadoff batter was able to get on base in each inning. Of the four runners left on base for the Otters in the first five innings, all four were in scoring position.
Ledet was pitching well going into the eighth inning, but a walk by J.J. Gould followed by a single by David Cronin caused Lake Erie to pull their All-Star.
Augie Gallardo came in on relief, striking out Keith Grieshaber and forcing Elijah MacNamee to groundout and end the frame.
Ledet would toss 7.1 shutout innings, allowing only three hits and three walks, while ringing up seven Otter batters. He would finish with a no-decision.
In the bottom of the eighth, Aaron Hill walked, and Emmanuel Morrero singled to put runners on first and second with no outs. Zach Racusin then broke the scoreless tie on a two-RBI single off Otters reliever Michael Gizzi to give the Crushers a 2-0 lead.
Lefty reliever Cam Opp relieved Gizzi and allowed an RBI single by Crushers first baseman Jake Veith to extend the Lake Erie lead to three.
After being held scoreless through eight innings, the Otters could not have chosen a better time to break through offensively, coming back in the top of the ninth.
Closer Logan Lombana came on in the top of the ninth with a three-run cushion and could not hold onto the lead.
With one out and Mike Rizzitello on first, Jack Meggs hit an RBI double to give the Otters their first run of the game.
Ryan Long entered the game to pinch hit for Tanner Wetrich, and ripped a double to centerfield, advancing Meggs to third.
An RBI groundout from Hunter Cullen allowed the Otters to cut the Crushers’ lead to one.
Dakota Phillips also entered as a pinch hitter for J.J. Gould and hit a double to score Long, tying the game at three.
It was the first time the Otters came back from any deficit heading into the ninth inning. Thursday was Lombana’s second blown save opportunity this past week.
Heading into the bottom of the ninth, Dondrei Hubbard was 0-10 before singling off of Cam Opp for his first professional hit. Aaron Hill singled to put runners on first and second with no outs.
After Opp struck out Emmanuel Morrero to record the first out, the Otters lefty was pulled in relief for right-hander Drew Beyer.
Beyer would walk Zach Racusin to load the bases with one out. Burdick would step to the plate, going 0-2 with a walk and a hit by pitch previously in the game, and hit a walk-off single to score Hubbard, clinching the series win for the Crushers.
Despite blowing the save, Lombana would get the win, his first of 2019. Opp would get the loss, moving his record to 2-1.
The Otters will return home to Bosse Field to face the Southern Illinois Miners this weekend for the first time since Opening Weekend in May.