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Braun, Carper, Johnson, Peters Bill To Crackdown On Hundreds Of Billions Of Dollars In Improper Payments Passes Senate

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed the Payment Integrity Information Act of 2019, a bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Senators Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Tom Carper (D-Del.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), and Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Chairman and Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.

The legislation aims to cut down on government waste and improper payments made by the federal government – including overpayments, underpayments, payments made to ineligible recipients or payments that were not properly documented.

“As a former entrepreneur who left Main Street to help President Trump drain the swamp of corruption in Washington, I’m proud to spearhead the Payment Integrity Information Act of 2019 which will reduce billions of dollars of improper payments from the federal government,” said Senator Braun.
“At a time when our country is facing record debt and deficits, it is simply unacceptable that federal agencies continue to waste billions of dollars through improper payments. As elected officials, one of our most important responsibilities is to be good stewards of taxpayer dollars, and we know that we can and must be doing better on that front,” said Senator Carper. “That’s why, for years, I have worked to make it a priority across the federal government to root out and eliminate billions of dollars in waste, fraud and abuse. Today, I’m proud that my bipartisan bill to take the common sense steps necessary to reduce improper payments has advanced out of the Senate. We’re now one step closer to getting this bill signed into law, and I hope we can do so quickly in order to better safeguard taxpayer dollars.”

“I’m pleased to see the Senate unanimously approve this legislation to streamline the law so federal agencies can better identify the root causes of wasteful spending and work to end it,” said Senator Johnson, Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. “Improper payments by the federal government cost taxpayers billions of dollars, and the bureaucratic processes put in place to reduce these errors have not worked.”

“Taxpayers expect their tax dollars to be used wisely, but the federal government has struggled to rein in an estimated $151 billion in wrongful payments,” said Senator Peters, Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. “I’m pleased that the Senate has approved our practical, bipartisan solution to help prevent improper payments, fraud, and waste so we can focus on ensuring taxpayer dollars are used to effectively serve the American people.”

In FY2018 alone, the Government Accountability Office estimated that improper payments throughout the federal government totaled over $151 billion. Since 2003, when agencies were first directed to begin reporting improper payments, cumulative improper payment estimates across government have totaled over $1.4 trillion. For fiscal year 2018, which is the most recent data available, federal entities estimated about $151 billion in improper payments, an unacceptably high number which has increased over the last several fiscal years.

Specifically, the Payment Integrity Information Act of 2019 would:
  • Require agencies to undertake additional efforts and develop plans to prevent improper payments before they happen.
  • Improve the way agencies identify programs with the highest risk of improper payments.
  • Require the Office of Management and Budget and the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) to issue guidance to improve annual reporting on agencies’ compliance with improper payments statutes.
  • Create a working group that will enable federal agencies to collaborate with each other and non-federal partners, such as state governments, to develop strategies for addressing key drivers of improper payments, such as fraud and eligibility determinations in state-managed federal benefits programs.

Read a copy of the Senators’ legislation here.

Local Leader Receives Annual Governor’s Award

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David Wagner, executive director of the Carver Community Organization, was named the recipient of the 2019 Governor’s Award for Achievement in Health & Wellness Tuesday during a reception hosted by Governor Eric Holcomb in Indianapolis.

The award states that the recipient of this award is committed to the creation and preservation of physical and mental health and wellness in their community, using their talents to improve the lives of fellow Hoosiers.

Carver Community Organization has a long history of serving the community. Its program offerings include first and second-shift childcare; after school and summer youth programs, and programs and meals for senior citizens like AARP Foundation Experience Corp, and RSVP Volunteer Program.

Wagner has served as the executive director of the organization for 30 years. Over the years, Carver has evolved to meet the needs of the community. Carver will celebrate its 74th year of service on September 27 and its annual luncheon.

Carver History: Carver came about following World War II, when E.T. Atwell, the Field Representative for the National Recreation Association, visited cities and towns throughout the Midwest. His goal was to establish community centers in these communities to provide wholesome leisure activities and develop organizations to operate the centers. Evansville was one of the targeted cities.

The building located at 705 Lincoln Avenue in 1944, served as a USO center during the war and was available if a management agency could be developed. Interested person came together and a promise of funding from the Evansville Community Chest was planned. The building was named after George Washington Carver, who became famous for his work as a chemistry professor at Tuskegee Institute. Carver Community Organization was accepted as a member of the Community Chest (later the United Fund of Evansville and finally United Way of Southwest Indiana).

In early 1967, the property (commonly known as Carver Center and Bellemeade Park) was acquired by the city of Evansville; Carver relinquished the promotion, organization, and supervision of recreation activities to the Recreation Commission of the City of Evansville. Carver embarked on a program of social welfare service to the neighborhood surrounding Carver Center at 705 Lincoln Avenue.

In 1968, Carver began its Day Care Center in the basement of New Hope Baptist Church. After-School Child Care began in 1982 and these programs have continued since that time. James M. Landers retired as Executive Director on December 31, 1988. In 1989, his successor was David Wagner.

 

2019 Vanderburgh County 4H Fair Begins Monday

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The Sheriff’s Office tent will again be located near the fairgrounds main office. Please stop by and meet the men and women of the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office bicycle patrol unit will be on hand throughout the entire fair week.

Sheriff Dave Wedding would like everyone to have a great time at the fair and be safe. “Please watch your speed as you drive within the designated parking areas. Be on the lookout for pedestrians and children that may dart unexpectedly from a row of cars.” Sheriff Wedding added, “Fairgoers should be aware that farm machinery and livestock are dangerous if treated carelessly. An increased potential for injury exists when you bring heavy equipment, large animals and crowds of people together.”

The Sheriff’s Office asks that fairgoers respect marked boundaries and warning signs. Please keep an eye on small children and don’t permit them to become separated from the group. The Sheriff’s Office tent will be passing out wristbands for small children to wear that will allow deputies or firefighters to call a missing parent on their cellphone.

While this year’s forecast calls for a high of only 87 degrees, fairgoers are still reminded to stay hydrated and avoid direct sunlight for extended periods.

The potential for storms will exist at this year’s fair, please be aware of the dangers of lightning. Pay attention to the fair’s public address system for warnings and instructions. The safest place to be in a lightning storm is inside your car with the windows closed or inside a structure. Do not stand under a tree or touch any conductive surfaces (e.g. leaning against a building or sitting on grandstand bleachers).

Many of the events at the 4-H Fair feature off-highway vehicles that are not equipped with mufflers. The sound can easily exceed 115 decibels. At this level, hearing damage can result in less than 30 minutes of exposure. Fairgoers who are planning on attending events at the 4-H arena are reminded to bring adequate hearing protection for themselves and their children.

A contingent of sheriff’s deputies and Scott Township Fire Department firefighters and paramedics will be present throughout the fairgrounds to address any security or safety concerns. The Indiana State Police, Indiana Department of Transportation and Sheriff’s Office will be providing traffic control on US 41.

General Fair Rules:

  • Firearms are not permitted.
  • Coolers and backpacks are subject to inspection.
  • No glass containers are permitted.
  • The sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages is not allowed.
  • No fireworks are permitted.
  • Laser pointers are prohibited.
  • Skateboards or roller skates are prohibited.
  • All livestock must remain in designated areas.
  • Animals (excluding service animals) not registered for an event or function are not permitted.
  • Parking is only allowed in designated areas.
  • Please follow the instructions of 4H fair staff members.

Click Here for a schedule of fair events.

 

HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE AREA

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Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Village East Animal Hospital – Evansville, IN
Receiving payments and managing cash, check and credit card payments. Tasks also include filing, cleaning, and maintaining lobby and exam rooms….

Help Wanted
Stringtown Elementary School – Evansville, IN
Now hiring at 4720 Stringtown Road,…

Engage Life Program Instructor
Newburgh 3.3/5 rating 999 reviews – Newburgh, IN
Maintains records of all activities, resident participation levels and acceptance of each activity by residents as required by state law….

Medical Receptionist, OB
ECHO Community Healthcare 4/5 rating 3 reviews – Evansville, IN
Answers incoming and makes outgoing calls with a pleasant affect and serves as communication coordinator to the clinical team….

Help Wanted
1 Life Studios & Suites – Evansville, IN
Now hiring at 100 South Green River Road,…

United States Marshals Service Court Security Officer– Evansville, SIN (7th Circuit)

The Akal Group of Companies – Evansville, IN
Possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver’s license from your state of residence and have a safe driving record for the past five years….

Event Planner – Virtual Office
Global Cynergies 4/5 rating 4 reviews – Evansville, IN
Prospect for new business using a wide variety of methods including phone calls, social media selling, attending networking functions, internet research,…

Part-Time Store Associate
ALDI 3.4/5 rating 5,626 reviews – Evansville, IN
$13.50 an hour
Meets any state and local requirements for handling and selling alcoholic beverages. Whether it’s in customer service or our exceptional products, we owe our…

Office Scheduler
Digestive Care Center 3.4/5 rating 17 reviews – Evansville, IN
Returns calls from voice mail promptly. Provide assistance for Front Desk staff as required. Processes incoming faxes during downtime in order to manage…

Shipping/Packer
Electronics Research, Inc 4/5 rating 4 reviews – Chandler, IN
Driver’s License (Preferred). Fabricates wooden crates or boxes using woodworking hand tools and powered tools;…
Easily apply

Physician Practice Coordinator
St. Vincent Health, IN 3.9/5 rating 7 reviews – Evansville, IN
.Completes and reviews office correspondence including invoices/statements, credit cards, petty cash, mileage forms, and reports….

Full and Part Time Attendant Caregivers-ALL SHIFTS
Around The Clock Care 3.4/5 rating 16 reviews – Evansville, IN
$9.50 – $11.00 an hour
Have your own transportation. Yes. Around the Clock Care is the leader in providing quality in-home senior care in the Evansville, IN area….

Home Care Aide
Comfort Keepers of Evansville – Boonville, IN
Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. Driver’s License (Required). Criminal Background Investigation, Motor Vehicle Driving Record,…

Medical Office Receptionist
Tri-State Orthopaedic Surgeons – Evansville, IN
The Front Desk employee, under the direction of the Front Desk Coordinator, is responsible for checking patients in and out of the office….

Distribution Coordinator
EVANSVILLE COURIER & PRESS 3.7/5 rating 20 reviews – Evansville, IN
$11.50 an hour.  Aids in the distribution of newspaper to the Independent Contractors. Delivers complaints, as required. The Operations Coordinator is an *over-night*….

AM Breakfast Attendant
Courtyard by Marriott Evansville East – Evansville, IN
$7.75 an hour
The AM Breakfast Attendant is responsible for monitoring the Bistro area, effectively promoting the Bistro, taking orders, preparing and delivering food and…

Program Supervisor – Evansville
The MENTOR Network 2.8/5 rating 1,088 reviews – Evansville, IN
Valid driver’s license in good standing; Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks. With program locations throughout the area, Indiana…

Home City Ice 3.5/5 rating 261 reviews – Evansville, IN
$10 – $17 an hour
CDL License not required, but a Class B is preferred. CDL Class B (Preferred). That is looking for a Great Delivery position….

Waitress and Cashier
Parkway Pizza 4.2/5 rating 9 reviews – Evansville, IN
$7.50 an hour.  Looking for an experienced waitress for an established restaurant on Evansville west side. Candidates must be able to work in a fast paced environment and…

Apprentice Toolmaker
Berry Global, Inc 3.4/5 rating 1,125 reviews – Evansville, IN
Use precision measuring tools to accurately record dimensions of components. Maintain control of key cards, prevent unauthorized entry to facilities by non…

USI – FT Barista – Loft
Sodexo Inc. 3.8/5 rating 12,905 reviews – Evansville, IN
The individual will also operate cash registers and credit card machines. Starbucks Baristas will be required to be certified….

USI – FT Cashier – Chick-fil-A (Days)
Sodexo Inc. 3.8/5 rating 12,905 reviews – Evansville, IN
Operates a cash register (or equivalent), receives payments of cash, checks and charges from customers or employees for goods or services, making change and…

Home Health Aide (HHA) – Day Shift & Weekends
Together Homecare of Evansville 5/5 rating 3 reviews – Evansville, IN
Responsive employer $15 an hour.  Driver’s License or State ID*. Driver’s License (Preferred). Nurses wear own scrubs. Registered Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)*….

PARENT AIDE – ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, ELKHART CO., MARSHALL CO., KOSCIUSKO CO.  FAMILY FOCUS INC 3.7/5 rating 9 reviews – 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….

Office Scheduler
Digestive Care Center 3.4/5 rating 17 reviews – Evansville, IN
Returns calls from voice mail promptly. Provide assistance for Front Desk staff as required. Processes incoming faxes during downtime in order to manage…

Delivery Route Driver
Home City Ice 3.5/5 rating 261 reviews – Evansville, IN
$10 – $17 an hour.  CDL license not required but must be willing to obtain CDL during training. CDL Class B (Preferred). Drivers receive a bonus after they obtain their CDL….

Dining Services Associate
Canteen Service Company 3.5/5 rating 31 reviews – Evansville, IN
$10.50 an hour.  Operates cash register. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence….

Dietary Aide
Silver Birch of Evansville 4.3/5 rating 3 reviews – Evansville, IN
The Dietary Aide serves in the dining room, ensures a clean and health environment, and helps the cooks with prep and kitchen clean up….

Assistant Ticket Office Manager
Ford Center 4.6/5 rating 22 reviews – Evansville, IN
Ability to provide leadership, engage in positive interaction with staff and guests, prioritize, organize, motivate staff, problem solve, delegate, follow-up,…

DSS Service Worker
Deaconess Health System 3.4/5 rating 72 reviews – Evansville, IN
Staff members are crossed trained to know the positions on the Room Service Line, a Room Service Specialist up on the units taking orders and passing trays to…

USI – FT Experienced Baker – Day Shift
Sodexo Inc. 3.8/5 rating 12,905 reviews – Evansville, IN
Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments. Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures….

Warehouse Receiving Coordinator
RAS Delivery Services 2.5/5 rating 19 reviews – Evansville, IN
Interacting with Carriers directly and with customers via phone and email answering questions and resolving issues….

USI – PT-Customer Service Specialist
Sodexo Inc. 3.8/5 rating 12,905 reviews – Evansville, IN
Handles customer service inquiries and problems via the telephone, recording recurring problem areas. Their main function is to handle customer service…

Quality Assurance
Electronics Research, Inc 4/5 rating 4 reviews – Chandler, IN
Provides leadership, guidance and training in Welding process and Weld inspection to ensure compliance to ERI’s WPS (Weld Process Specifications) and to…

Client Retention Specialist (CRS)
Rent One 3.2/5 rating 105 reviews – Mount Vernon, IN
Continued personal growth leads to satisfaction; We cannot succeed without them. They are goal-driven yet compassionate, and they help our clients get to…

Food Service Worker
Aramark 3.6/5 rating 14,695 reviews – Evansville, IN
Must be able to obtain food safety certification. Serves food to customers while ensuring guest satisfaction and anticipating the customers’ needs….

Food Service Aide- PRN
Select Specialty Hospital 3.2/5 rating 891 reviews – Evansville, IN
We are seeking results-driven team players who treat patients as if they were their own family members….

Caregiver
Almost Kin – Evansville, IN
Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driving license. Driver’s License (Required). Almost Kin is a non-medical in-home care company….

Night on Main – July 20th

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Night On Main is a new summer event series in Downtown Evansville for 2019! Join us for a giant block party on Main Street (from 3rd to 4th Streets). This Night on Main will include: entertainment from Peaches & Cream, axe throwing, arcade games, pinball, large scale video game projections, dunk tank, board & yard games, and lots of fun!
*21+ event

Entertainment & music from Peaches & Cream

  • axe throwing
  • arcade games
  • pinball
  • large scale video game projections
  • dunk tank
  • board & yard games

Net proceeds will benefit the EVSC Foundation to cover reduced and outstanding student lunch accounts.

JUCO Teammates With UE Ties Bring Chemistry To Aces’ Squad

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In the third part of a six-part series, we introduce two more signees for the University of Evansville men’s soccer team. Coming to Evansville from Arizona, Zach Jakpor and Raphaello Colasito bring collegiate experience and chemistry to the Aces for 2019.

After two productive seasons with Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Zach Jakpor continues his college career with Evansville for 2019. As a sophomore in 2018, Jakpor scored five goals and added three assists as a defender in 24 games, while leading the Coyotes to a 12-11-1 record. Over the last 11 games of the season, Jakpor helped the Coyotes amass a goals-against average of 0.73.A teammate of Jakpor’s at Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Raphaello Colasito comes to Evansville with college playing experience and maturity. Colasito patrolled the midfield for the Coyotes tallying three goals and five assists in 24 games. Of Colasito’s three goals, the sophomore made the most of his scoring chances, notching a pair of game-winning goals.

Both Jakpor and Colasito have ties back to the Evansville men’s soccer program. Jakpor and Colasito each played under Aces’ alumni Scott Ikeda, who is an assistant coach at Chandler-Gilbert CC. Colasito’s connections continue as the Gilbert, Ariz. native played youth soccer with current Ace, Davis Peck, and was coached as a youth player by Tony Colavecchia, who was an assistant coach for Evansville’s 1985 final four team.

“LEFT JAB AND RIGHT JAB” JULY 19, 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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Goliath is a male pit bull puppy, only 9 months old! He was surrendered for – you guessed it – being too active. Too much of a puppy. He’s a sweet thing who just needs some help learning his big-boy manners. He weighs 57 lbs. Goliath’s $110 adoption fee includes his neuter, vaccines, and microchip. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!

EVSC Getting Ready for Back to School

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The first day of school in the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation is quickly approaching and to help parents get ready we have compiled a list of important need-to-know information. All the information below can be found online by visiting www.evscschools.com/backtoschool. The information also is available on the EVSC App. For specific information related to a student’s school, parents can visit the school website at www.evscschools.com/schoolname. A “Back to School” folder can be found under “Parents” on each school website.

To further help parents get ready for school, and to keep everyone updated throughout the school year, the EVSC recommends families download the EVSC App that includes news and information for all EVSC schools. The app can be downloaded on Google Play or iTunes using the keyword “EVSC.”

In addition, parents can follow the EVSC and their school on Social Media. The EVSC also recommends parents sign up to receive text messages from the district and schools. If parents have not yet signed up, they need to provide a cell phone number to their child’s school and text “yes” to 67587.

Enrollment

Enrollment in the EVSC officially begins Monday, July 29. Students who have never enrolled in the EVSC or who are transferring from another EVSC school, need to enroll at his/her new school before the first day of school. If you are unsure in which district you live, visit www.evscschools.com/backtoschool.

To enroll, parents/guardians must be present and will need to present a legal birth certificate. Students enrolling in kindergarten must be 5 years old on or before August 1.

Enrollment times for this year are:

·      Monday, July 29: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

·      Tuesday, July 30: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

·      Wednesday, July 31: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

·      Thursday, August 1: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

·      Friday, August 2: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

·      Monday, August 5: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

·      Tuesday, August 6: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

High school enrollment is by appointment only. Please call your student’s school to schedule an appointment.

School Hours

Elementary schools: 8:15 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.

K-8, middle and high schools: 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Bus Transportation

Students needing bus transportation should receive a postcard in the mail from the Office of Transportation around the end of July or the beginning of August that includes the student’s bus information, including morning pick up bus number, pick up time and pick up location and afternoon bus number, drop off time and drop off location.

Students who attend the school in the district in which they live also can check online on or after August 1 by going to www.evscschools.com/backtoschool and clicking on Bus Transportation.

Parents who have questions after receiving the postcard should call 812-435-1BUS (1287).

Free/Reduced Lunch and Textbooks

Families wishing to apply for free/reduced lunch and textbooks are encouraged to do so online. By applying online, applications are processed much quicker. To apply online, families can visit www.evscschools.com/backtoschool. The online application will be available for families to fill out beginning Wednesday, July 24.

School Breakfast and Lunches

Visit www.evscschools.com/foodandnutrition for breakfast and lunch menus as well as allergen information, payment options and more.

Extended Daycare Applications

Students needing before and/or after-school care can do so through EVSC’s Extended Day Centers. EVSC Centers are open at 6:30 a.m. for before school care and again after school until 6 p.m. Applications are now available by going to www.evscschools.com/extendedday.

Dress for Success Uniform Policy

A number of EVSC schools have enhanced dress code policies that are designed to keep students focused on classroom activities and make it easier for families to provide school clothing. To see a list of schools and an example dress code policy, visit www.evscschools.com/backtoschool.

EVSC Parent Access

EVSC’s Parent Access helps parents stay up-to-date with their child’s education. With Parent Access, parents can check grades, email teachers, track attendance, view test scores, monitor tardies, see assignments, and more. To set up an account, parents must contact their child’s school for an activation code on or after July 24.

Textbook Rental and Rates

Textbook invoices will be mailed to all families (elementary, middle and high) around the first of September. For more information on textbook rental and rates, visit www.evscschools.com/backtoschool.

Families also will have the opportunity to pay for book rental using a credit card. There is no fee for this option, and parents interested in paying with a card must do so through EVSC’s Parent Access. Parents will continue to have the option of paying at their child’s school or at any Old National Bank branch.

Immunization Requirements

Immunization requirements for 2019-2020 can be found at www.evscschools.com/backtoschool. A free community event for uninsured or underinsured students in kindergarten, sixth and ninth grades to receive required physicals and immunizations will take place Saturday, August 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at ECHO Health Care Pediatric & Prenatal Clinic on Chandler Avenue. Appointments are required and can be made by calling 812-435-8343.

School Calendar

Each student will receive a 12-month EVSC Parent Guide & Calendar on the first day of school. Calendars also can be found online at www.evscschools.com/calendar.

Volunteering

Anyone interested in volunteering with the EVSC, or at any EVSC school, must first fill out a volunteer application. To access the form, visit www.evscschools.com/volunteer. Individuals will need to complete the volunteer application form for “one time” volunteer jobs such as field trips, as well as those that are ongoing. A new form will need to be filled out every two years.

School Supplies

Most schools in the EVSC have school supply lists for students. Many are posted on school websites under “Parents,” “Back to School Information.” In addition, many retailers also have printouts available at the store. If you are unable to locate a copy of the school supply list for your student, contact your child’s school on or after July 24.

Hixon Places Seventh in 3M Dive at FINA World Championships

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Indiana University postgraduate diver Michael Hixon placed seventh in the final of the men’s 3m springboard at the 2019 FINA World Championships on Thursday.

Hixon totaled a score of 449.95 to place seventh overall in the 3m springboard in Gwangju, South Korea. Sitting in 12th place after four rounds, Hixon posted marks of 85.00 and 85.50 in his final two dives to improve five spots and finish seventh.

Earlier at the FINA World Championships, Hixon teamed with current Hoosier diver Andrew Capobianco to finish eighth in the men’s 3m synchro with a score of 388.08. Hixon also took 17th place in the men’s 1m springboard at the World Championships.

Swimming gets underway in the pool in Gwangju on Saturday, July 20 and will run through Monday, July 28. Prelims will begin each night at 9:00 p.m. ET each night, with finals the next morning starting at 7:00 a.m. ET.

 

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