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CenterPoint Energy actively monitoring severe weather risk as another round of storms targets southwestern Indiana

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Evansville, Ind. – April 1, 2025 – Following Sunday evening’s storms, CenterPoint Energy is actively monitoring forecasts which call for another significant round of severe weather expected to impact southwestern Indiana beginning Wednesday afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, the approaching system may bring large hail, damaging winds, isolated tornadoes and several inches of rain. Prolonged rainfall through the weekend is expected to significantly increase the risk of flooding across the region.

CenterPoint’s Operations and Emergency Preparedness & Response teams are leading the company’s preparedness actions as they monitor conditions and review readiness plans for possible severe weather.

“We’ve been tracking this system since the weekend and the risk has continued to increase,” said Shane Bradford, CenterPoint’s Vice President, Indiana Electric. “Our teams are preparing to respond safely and quickly if severe weather leads to outages or storm-related damage.”

CenterPoint’s storm preparation efforts

As part of its preparations, CenterPoint is taking steps to enhance its readiness and support restoration efforts, including:

  • Monitoring internal weather forecasts, along with reports from the National Weather Service and local weather outlets
  • Taking inventory of materials and readying equipment to support potential system repairs
  • Evaluating timing and initial plans for mobilizing crews and resources based on forecasts

CenterPoint will continue to monitor conditions and adjust response plans as weather activity develops throughout the week.

Understanding power restoration and potential repairs

As part of its proactive communication ahead of the storm, CenterPoint is reminding customers how power restoration is prioritized in the event of service interruptions due to severe weather. Restoration efforts begin with critical infrastructure, followed by repairs that restore service to the greatest number of customers before addressing individual outages.

Safety and preparedness tips

CenterPoint encourages customers to take steps to prepare for severe weather:

  • Stay informed: Monitor local weather updates and alerts from the National Weather Service. Follow CenterPoint on Facebookand X (formerly Twitter) for updates.
    • Note: CenterPoint has launched an Indiana-specific account on X (formerly Twitter) with the latest local information. Please be sure to follow @CenterPoint_IN.
  • Downed power line safety: Stay at least 35 feet away from downed power lines and report them by calling 800-227-1376.
  • Prepare an emergency kit: Keep flashlights, batteries, water, medications and a battery-powered phone charger ready.

Important flood safety tips

With prolonged periods of rainfall expected through the weekend, CenterPoint is encouraging customers to be prepared for potential flooding and review important electric and natural gas safety tips.

Electric safety during flooding:

  • If water appears likely to reach electrical outlets, power should be turned off at the breaker box—only if it can be done safely and without standing in water.
  • Any amount of water, including a puddle, can become energized. If you see a downed power line near water, retreat to a safe distance, then call CenterPoint immediately to report it.
  • Electrical appliances, including HVAC systems, that were submerged in water should be allowed to dry for at least one week and inspected by a qualified technician before use.

Natural gas safety before and after a flood:

  • Before a flood: Natural gas should not be turned off at the meter. Keeping the meter on helps maintain proper pressure in gas piping and prevents water from entering the lines. If discontinuing service is necessary, gas should be turned off at each appliance.
  • After a flood:
    • If a natural gas meter was underwater, CenterPoint should be contacted to schedule an inspection. The meter may require replacement.
    • Flooded natural gas appliances—such as furnaces, gas grills and gaslights—should be inspected by a qualified technician before operation.
    • If you smell natural gas, get to a safe area and call both 911 and CenterPoint at 800-227-1376.
    • While conducting clean-up, call 811 to locate utility lines prior to digging on your property.

Electric customers encouraged to enroll in Power Alert Service®

Electric customers are encouraged to enroll in Power Alert Service® to receive outage details, estimated restoration times (as available or determined,) and customer-specific restoration updates in the event of severe weather. With the option to receive updates via phone call, text or email, Power Alert Service® helps keep customers informed of restoration progress during an outage event.

CenterPoint Energy expands Smart Cycle program for Indiana Electric customers

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Increased bill credits, extended program season offer more opportunities to save 

 

Evansville, Ind. – March 31, 2025 – CenterPoint Energy has expanded its Smart Cycle program for Indiana Electric customers, increasing bill credits and extending the program season to provide participants with more opportunities to save on their energy bills.  

 

Smart Cycle is a voluntary energy management program that helps reduce electricity demand during peak energy usage hours while keeping customers comfortable. When demand is high, smart thermostats owned by participating customers will automatically adjust by up to four degrees to help manage energy use. Before each event, homes are pre-cooled to maintain comfort and customers can override adjustments anytime through their thermostat or app. 

 

Increased bill credits and a longer program season 

With these updates, customers can now earn: 

·         A one-time $75 enrollment credit upon completing program registration 

·         A $7.50 bill credit each month from March through November—an increase from the previous $5 per month credit 

·         Up to $67.50 per year in total bill credits, adding up the $7.50 monthly credit across the nine-month season. Previously, the program was capped at $20 per year. 

 

“Smart Cycle provides an additional, easy way for customers to save energy and lower their bills,” said Natalie Hedde, CenterPoint Energy’s Vice President, Strategic Business Growth & Engagement. “With the expanded season and increased bill credits, customers can enroll and start earning savings automatically—all while helping manage energy demand during peak usage times. We thank our customers for their participation, which also assists in maintaining energy reliability for all customers in our southwestern Indiana region.” 

 

Additional ways to save energy 

Smart Cycle is just one of the various energy efficiency programs, tools and tips that help customers manage energy costs year-round. Simple steps customers can take to reduce energy use and stay comfortable as the weather warms up include: 

·         Closing blinds and curtains to block direct sunlight 

·         Using ceiling fans to improve air circulation and help rooms feel cooler, and 

·         Sealing doors and windows to prevent warm air from entering and cool air from escaping 

 

Press conference to be held following Trustees public vote for USI’s fifth President

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WHO: Christine Keck, Chair of the USI Board of Trustees; Christina Ryan, Chair of the USI Presidential Search and First Vice Chair of the USI Board of Trustees; USI’s fifth President; members of the USI Board of Trustees

WHAT: The University of Southern Indiana Board of Trustees will hold a special session for discussion of and a public vote for the fifth President of the University of Southern Indiana. A press conference will follow with Christina Ryan, Chair of the USI Presidential Search and First Vice Chair of the USI Board of Trustees, and USI’s fifth President

WHEN: The special session of the USI Board of Trustees will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 2 in the Great Hall, located on the lower level of the Griffin Center on the USI campus.

A press conference will be held immediately following in Meeting Room A/B of the Griffin Center, located on the main level.

 

WHERE: The public meeting and vote will take place in the Great Hall of the Griffin Center, located on the lower level. A mult box will be available for this portion of the public event. Please arrive early to get set up. The meeting will begin promptly at 2 p.m.

The press conference will take place in Meeting Room A/B of the Griffin Center, located on the main level. There will be no mult box for this portion of the event. However, a podium will be available for microphones or recording devices.

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Democrats April Meeetings

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  • April 5 — Several Events!

  • Check out our local government reports!

  • Run for Something!

  • May 17 — May Meeting

  • Legislative Lowdown

April 5th Events

April Meeting

Doors open at 9:30 AM. Our special guest speaker will be Sheriff Noah Robinson, the second in our series of “What you Get When you Elect a Democrat”. Come and meet new members of the party and learn about ways to get engaged.

Conversations with your Councilman

Ben Trockman

Remove. Reverse. Reclaim.

In a time when national politics dominates the headlines, it’s more important than ever to stay informed about what’s happening right here at home. Decisions made at the local level—by our City Council, County Council, Commissioners, and School Board—have a direct and lasting impact on our daily lives, from education and infrastructure to public safety and community development.

That’s why we’re committed to keeping our community informed and engaged. Visit our website to read detailed reports and updates from recent local government meetings:

👉 https://www.vancountydems.org/issues

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated team of local reporters: Cassie Jones, Dona Hall, John Yeley, and Paula Jernigan, for their work in keeping the public informed.

Stay informed. Stay involved.

Run for Something!

Are you ready to make a difference in 2026? We need passionate, dedicated individuals to step up and run for office. This is your opportunity to shape the future, fight for equality, and champion the issues that matter most to our communities. Join us in building a stronger, fairer community by running for office and becoming a voice for change. Together, we can create the progress we need.

If you are interested in running for office, please contact Cheryl at 812-459-7645. We are recruiting candidates for the following positions:

  • State Representative District 76
  • State Representative District 64
  • County Commissioner, District 2
  • County Auditor
  • County Assessor
  • County Council Districts 1 & 2
  • Township Trustees – Scott, Union & Armstrong
  • School Board District 2 (two people)
  • Township Advisory Boards:
    • Center, German, Scott, Armstrong & Union (3 people for each township)
    • Knight Township – 1 person
    • Perry Township – 1 person

Save the Date — May Meeting!

We will meet at North Park Library for our May 17 meeting. Doors open at 9:30 and the meeting begins at 10:00 AM.

HB 1197 (Lawson – R): Requires a candidate to fill an elected office vacancy to have pulled a D (or R, for an R caucus) in the last two primaries in Indiana or get the chair’s certification. Allows the removal of a candidate seeking to fill an elected office vacancy from consideration at a caucus if they do not meet candidate qualifications to hold the office. Makes conforming changes to remove certain officeholders from office to ensure uniformity in application statewide.

HB1633 (Smaltz – R): Requires the Secretary of State in 2025 to hold three hearings to discuss moving all municipal elections to even-numbered years and moving all counties to a vote center model, as well as analyze and estimate cost savings on moving municipal elections to even-numbered years and the impact it would have on voter turnout.

SB1 – Taxes

This Republican proposed “tax relief” bill will cost nearly every county in the state 7+ figures and will devastate local economies.

SB2 – Medicaid

S.B. 2 attempts to downsize the Healthy Indiana Plan and create additional limitations for enrollment. Sign Hoosier Action’s petition against the bill here. There’s also a script to use when calling your representative: https://www.hoosieraction.org/stop-sb2.

SB10 – Voting Rights

This bill aims to strip students the right to use their public university-issued IDs to vote while instituting barriers for naturalized citizens at the polling booth. Contact our representatives to vote NO

SB518 – School Property Taxes

If passed through the Assembly and signed into law, S.B. 518 would force public schools to share revenue from property taxes with charter schools. Essentially, public schools would be defunded for the benefit of non-public schooling.

Special thanks to our In to Win monthly donors!

Blue — Glenn Boberg, Tamara Wilder
Gold — Jim Butler, Dona Hall
Silver — Cheryl Schultz, Jonathan McGovern, Noah Robinson, Ann Wallis, Janet Hollis, Melissa Vandeveer, Freda Vossburg, Jane Duesterberg, Sally Busby, Gina Robinson Ungar, Anne Butsch, Leah Dugan, Ulanda Sanders, Becky Heil, Paula Jernigan, Shannon Dierlam, Charles Conaway, Susan Meyer
Bronze — Edie Hardcastle, Connie Parker, Valerie Ewers, Kristi Roll, Nancy Higgs, Melissa Moore, Pearl Quartey, Hope Fussner, Nikki Webb, Mary Engelland, Cindy Carwile, Caroline Nellis, Jennifer Zoph, Katherine Rybak, Mary Ruthenburg

56 family farms honored with the Hoosier Homestead Award at the Indiana Statehouse

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INDIANAPOLIS (March 21, 2025) – At the Indiana Statehouse Friday, Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith and Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) Director Don Lamb presented 56 farming families with a Hoosier Homestead Award in recognition of their commitment to Indiana agriculture.

“Agriculture has always served as the foundation of Indiana’s economy and way of life,” said Lt. Gov. Beckwith, Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “It was a privilege to celebrate these longstanding farming families for their enduring legacies during today’s ceremony.”

To be named a Hoosier Homestead, farms must be owned by the same family for more than 100 consecutive years and consist of more than 20 acres. If less than 20 acres, the farm must produce more than $1,000 of agricultural products per year. Indiana farms may qualify for three honors: Centennial Award for 100 years of ownership, Sesquicentennial Award for 150 years of ownership and the Bicentennial Award for 200 years of ownership.

Since the program’s inception in 1976, over 6,200 families have received the Hoosier Homestead Award. Often, a Hoosier Homestead farm is easily recognized because most recipients proudly display their awarded sign on their property.

“Each year I look forward to honoring these long-standing farming families during the Hoosier Homestead ceremonies,” said Lamb. “I know firsthand the amount of hard work, and grit required to ensure a family remains in the same family for 100 years or more. I commend each of this year’s awardees and thank them for their dedication to Indiana and our agriculture industry.” 

During the ceremonies, two Indiana farms received the Bicentennial Award for 200 years of continuous ownership: the Hamilton Batterton family and the McCoy family, both from Decatur County. 

Heritage Sponsors Free Adoption Day at Warrick Humane Society!

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Heritage Sponsors Free Adoption Day at Warrick Humane Society!

Newburgh, Indiana – Warrick Humane Society is excited to partner with Heritage Federal Credit Union to host a Free Adoption Day on Wednesday, April 3rd, from 12 PM – 7 PM. For one day only, all adoption fees will be waived to help our animals find loving homes. The event is taking place at Warrick Humane Society’s location, 5722 S Vann Rd, Newburgh IN, 47630.

Event Details:
● Fee-Waived Adoptions: All available animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and dewormed. All dogs are microchipped, and cats can be microchipped for a fee of $12.
● First-Come, First-Served: No holds will be placed, and adoptions must be completed the same day.
● Make a Difference: By adopting, you are giving a shelter pet the second chance they deserve and opening up a kennel space for us to save another life.

As a no-kill, non-profit shelter, Warrick Humane Society relies on community support to continue its mission.

Those unable to adopt can still help by donating, volunteering, or sharing this event. Join us on April 3rd and help an animal find the home they have been waiting for.

 

Evansville Thunderbolts and PBR bring Country Music Star and member of 3 Doors Down Justin Biltonen to Friday’s April 4th Country Night Game

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Evansville, IN – Country Artist and Member of 3 Doors Down Justin Biltonen is officially coming to the Ford Center for Evansville Thunderbolts Country Night the Friday, April 4th! Justin will be performing his country songs during the intermissions on the ice! The Evansville Thunderbolts will be hosting a Meet and Greet/ Autograph session for fans to get the chance to meet him! Don’t miss the chance to meet champion Bullriders Dakota Warnken & Brandon Ferguson! 

Buy a ticket to PBR & Country Night for a chance to win a custom 3 Doors Down Evansville Thunderbolts jersey signed by Justin Biltonen! Buy a ticket to PBR on 5/24 for $15 Friday night with purchase of your hockey Country Night ticket! $3 Bud Light, Bud, Busch Light, and Mich Ultra all game long!!

Doors Open: 6:15 PM 

Puck Drops: 7:00 PM

BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING

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BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS

REGULAR MEETING

ROOM 301, CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX

WEDNESDAY APRIL 2, 2025

 NOON

  AGENDA

1.      CALL TO ORDER

2.      MEETING MEMORANDUM   MARCH 19, 2025

                

3.      CONSENT AGENDA

            

4.       OLD BUSINESS   

                  

5.       NEW BUSINESS

          a. Request Re: Approve and Execute joint Gas and Electric Easement for 4th and Main.- Crook         

          b. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with Patriot Engineering for three Boring and 

             two Perc tests at the 4th and Main property. – Bouseman          

          c. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with Morley for professional services for 

             Wesselman Playground Restroom. – Bouseman

          d. Request Re: Permission to install splash pad at Tepe Park. -Crook   

          e. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with Morley for professional services for Tepe

             Park. – Crook         

          f. Request Re: Any Other Business the Board Wishes to Consider and Public Comment.

6.       REPORTS

          Danielle Crook- Executive Director

7.       ACCEPTANCE OF PAYROLL AND VENDOR CLAIMS 

8.       ADJOURN

This Week at USI

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Begins today, Monday, March 31

USI Art and Design Department presents annual Spring 2025 Senior Seminar Exhibition

The USI Art and Design Department is excited to present the Spring 2025 Senior Seminar Exhibition from Monday, March 31 through Friday, May 2 in the Kenneth P. McCutchan Art Center/Palmina F. and Stephen S. Pace (MAC/Pace) Galleries. This exhibition features the creative work of 23 studio art, graphic design, interactive media and illustration students.

 

Thursday, April 3

USI College of Liberal Arts to welcome award-winning poets for National Poetry Month

The College of Liberal Arts and Southern Indiana Review (SIR) celebrates National Poetry Month with visiting writer Mitchell L. H. Douglas and USI’s Rosalie Moffett. This poetry reading will be at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 3, in Kleymeyer Hall (LA 0101), located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center and is followed by a reception in the MAC/Pace Galleries. The event is open to the public at no charge.

Thursday and Friday, April 3-4

USI to host Rethinking Autism conference April 3-4

USI Disability Resources, in partnership with Optimal ACCESS, Inc., is excited to present Rethinking Autism 2025: Shifting the Narrative through Applied Neuroscience and Optimized Supports on Thursday and Friday, April 3-4, in Carter Hall, located in University Center West on campus.

April 7

USI Anthropology Speaker Series to present Dr. Kory Cooper

The University’s Anthropology Speaker Series will present a lecture and Q&A by Dr. Kory Cooper, Associate Professor of Anthropology at Purdue University, at noon Monday, April 7 in Kleymeyer Hall (LA 0101) in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center. This event is open to the public at no charge.

April 9-11
USI announces annual SpringFest lineup

The University has announced dates and activities for its annual SpringFest event on campus, and this year, the concert event will be open to the public. SpringFest, which has become an annual tradition at USI, is happening Wednesday through Friday, April 9-11, on the USI campus. In addition to the Friday concert, SpringFest will feature a variety of events and activities for students to enjoy.

 

April 10
USI Communication and Media Department to host annual Social Media Symposium April 10

The USI College of Liberal Arts and the Communication and Media Department is excited to announce the annual Social Media Symposium, happening at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 10 in Carter Hall, located in University Center West. The event is open to the public at no charge and will be available virtually through Zoom as well. Registration is required through Zoom for virtual viewing.

April 14
USI Center for Communal Studies Lecture Series presents The Lives of a (Modern) Building April 14

The USI Center for Communal Studies is excited to offer a presentation by Chicago-based architectural historian Michelangelo Sabatino, Professor at IIT College of Architecture, and landscape architect Ron Henderson, Professor at IIT College of Architecture, discussing their new book, The Lives of a (Modern) Building: The Edith Farnsworth House in Chicago: Architecture, Landscape, Preservation and Community.

April 15
USI to welcome internationally recognized poet to celebrate National Poetry Month

USI is excited to welcome Carlos Andrés Gómez as the National Poetry Month keynote speaker. His presentation will take place at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 in the USI Performance Center. The presentation is open to the public at no charge.

April 23-25
USI Historic New Harmony Heritage Artisans Day returning April 23-25

USI is excited to announce Historic New Harmony’s annual Heritage Artisans Days, taking place Wednesday through Friday, April 23-25, in New Harmony, Indiana. This long-running event will feature artisans demonstrating 19th century trades and professions, offering a hands-on look at how craftspeople lived and worked in New Harmony during its early days.

Released Thursday, March 27

USI and NSWC Crane partner to enhance STEM and business education for students

The University and Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) are partnering to provide science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and business management opportunities for USI students. The partnership continues a long-time relationship between the two entities. Under the new Education Partnership Agreement (EPA) signed in a ceremony on Monday, March 24, both organizations will share resources to empower future STEM leaders.

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