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Missy Mosby Announces That She Is Running For Re-Election To The Evansville City Council

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Missy Mosby Announces That She Is Running For Re-Election To The Evansville City Council

On Wednesday, January 23rd, Evansville City Councilor Missy Mosby will file for re-election in the 2nd Ward at 4 pm.

“I am pleased and honored to announce my candidacy for 2nd Ward City Councilor. During my time on City Council, I’ve fought to improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods and gained an understanding of the complexities of city government including its capabilities and limitations.”

Mosby pledged to continue her passionate advocacy for the 2nd Ward. “There are many road, utility, and park issues that will come before us in the next four years. I intend to be a vital and active communications link between the people and the city administration. I understand what the 2nd Ward needs.”

Mosby promised to work hard on the campaign trail and as a Council member. “I look forward to a positive campaign, meeting citizens, and tackling challenges.”

USI Softball Favored To Repeat As GLVC champs

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University of Southern Indiana Softball has been picked by Great Lakes Valley Conference Coaches to repeat as league champions in 2019. The Screaming Eagles received 11 first-place votes and 166 points in the annual GLVC Softball Preseason Coaches’ Poll, which was released by the league office Wednesday afternoon.

Trailing USI in the poll was 2018 GLVC regular-season champion University of Illinois Springfield with one first-place vote and 149 points, while McKendree University was third with one first-place votes and 140 points. University of Indianapolis was picked fourth with 138 points, while the University of Missouri-St. Louis rounded out the top five picks with 126 points and one first-place vote.

On the heels of a historic 2018 campaign, the Eagles return five position starters and all but one pitcher from a team that captured the GLVC, NCAA II Midwest Region and NCAA II national titles last season.

After finishing the regular-season with a 27-22 overall record and a 15-13 mark in GLVC play, USI went on to win 14-of-15 postseason games en route to the school’s first-ever team national title.

Included in that was a 4-0 run through the GLVC Tournament as the Eagles, who entered the weekend as the No. 6 seed, won their first conference tournament title since 1998.

Head Coach Sue Kunkle, who earned her 500th career win during the GLVC Tournament last season, returns for her 18th year at the helm of the Eagles after her coaching staff was named the NFCA National Coaching Staff of the Year. Kunkle will look to a two-time All-American in junior pitcher Jennifer Leonhardt (Louisville, Kentucky) to lead her squad into 2019.

Leonhardt was named the NCAA II Softball Championship Most Outstanding Player after going 5-0 with a
1.44 ERA, a .091 opponent batting average and 40 strikeouts in 34 innings of work. That effort included a one-hit shutout of top-ranked University of North Georgia as well as USI’s first-ever post-season no-hitter in USI’s 3-0 win over Angelo State University.

In the post-season, Leonhardt posted a 12-1 overall record with a 1.35 ERA, .152 opponent batting average and 96 strikeouts.

Leonhardt is one of several returning players that made a major impact last year. Senior second baseman Claire Johnson (Pittsboro, Indiana) and senior outfielder/pitcher Caitlyn Bradley (Forest, Indiana) each earned NCAA II Softball Championship All-Tournament accolades a year ago. Johnson hit .313 with two home runs and four RBIs in the NCAA II Softball Championship; and posted a team-best .356 batting average with nine RBIs and 17 run scored throughout the postseason.

Bradley hit .375 with a double, home run and seven RBIs during the Eagles’ five-game championship run a year ago after posting a 7-4 record with three saves, a 1.87 ERA and a .241 opponent batting average in the circle as a sophomore in 2018.

USI, which has won two straight regional titles, opens the season February 8 when it takes on Young Harris College at the UAH Charger Chillout. The Eagles are slated to host the Midwest Region Crossover February 22-24 at Deaconess Sports Park before taking part in The Spring Games March 2-9 in Clermont, Florida.

Ben Trockman To Run For The 1St Ward Evansville City Council Seat

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 It’s with incredible pride and enthusiasm that I announce my intention to run for City Council to represent Evansville’s First Ward! #BT4EVV #RockwithTrock #Strive2Thrive

I have an immense passion for our community, especially the east side, where I have called home my entire life. The First Ward is where I created all of my childhood memories: from learning how to drive on the back streets of Brookshire and Lakeside Terrace (sorry, neighbors) to my baseball days at Plaza Park, to detailing my dirtbike in the front yard, these were the best of days!

It’s my desire to play an intricate role in the continued development of our city: I believe there is no better platform to do so then as your City Councilman, representative of the First Ward.

As your Councilman, I will promise to operate with unparalleled honesty, and always welcome constituents (my friends and family) to approach me, at any time, with concerns and feedback.

I believe we stand at a unique time in our history as a city. We have unparalleled enthusiasm and commitment from a new generation of leaders. With your support, I hope to join the “official” list of humble Councilman, who will help guide our community to the next generation of greatness.

We have a long journey ahead of us, until election day in November 2019, but with your support, your enthusiasm, and your honest feedback, I believe we can reach our dreams!. #Strive2Thrive

In the next few weeks and months, there will be ample opportunity for you to provide feedback, and support in a variety of different ways. Those details will come soon, and I will share ASAP.

What can you do now? See below, the event “Ben files for City Council, First Ward” and JOIN ME as I file for election at the Election Office in the Civic Center on Wednesday, January 30 at 2 PM. #RockwithTrock

Lastly, if you feel the urge to make a contribution to my campaign (thank you) please make your check out to “Trockman for Evansville” and send to my Treasurer, Mary Allen at 44 Washington Ave. 47713.

With any questions, please feel free to reach me at TrockmanforEvansville@gmail.com

Thank you for your support in the past, and for your support in the future. #Forward

Together, we will #Strive2Thrive and continually make #eisforeveryone!

Your friend,

Ben Trockman

Local Veterans and Military Hopefuls Speak Out Against Transgender Military Ban

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Local Veterans and Military Hopefuls Speak Out Against Transgender Military Ban

JANUARY 23RD, 2019 MEGAN DIVENTI INDIANA

Local veterans and military hopefuls are speaking out against the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold President Trump’s ban on transgender military members.

Katherine Lowrie is an 18-year-old Owensboro native with dreams of enlisting in the U.S. Army.

“It just kind of breaks my heart that neither I or anybody else like me can join because of this ban,” says Katherine Lowrie, Army hopeful.

Lowrie is openly transgender and was part of the ROTC through high school.

“I looked into the army. I thought it would be a great opportunity to advance my career and I actually wanted to go into the Army as either EOD or infantry,” says Lowrie.

She says her dream of joining the military runs in her family.

“My grandfather was telling me about whenever he was in the Navy and I was just like it sounded amazing,” says Lowrie.

On Tuesday, the United States Supreme Court granted the Trump Administration’s request to ban people who identify as transgender from serving in the military.

The High Court ruled five to four allowing the plan to take effect with the court’s five conservatives approving the president’s proposal while the remaining four saying they would not impose a ban on transgender military members.

A decision directly affecting people like Lowrie.

“Then I went back the second time and they said I can’t join because there was a new ban in place they just can’t accept people like me,” says Lowrie.

April Barnett, United States Marine Corps Veteran, is also transgender and says if someone is able to serve and wants to that’s what should matter.

“If someone wants to serve the country, their country, my country, your country, if they can do it there shouldn’t be any problems,” says April Barnett, USMC Veteran and Tri-State Alliance Transgender Support Group Chair.

Until a few years ago, service members could be discharged from the military for being transgender, but that all changed under President Obama. In 2016, the military announced transgender people already serving in the military could continue to openly serve.

“I really don’t understand why they want to do what they’re doing. I grew up in an era where I don’t really, and maybe it was going on at that time, but it wasn’t something that I was aware of so this is all new to me,” Bob Reinhart, VFW Post 2714 Commander and Air Force Veteran.

Lowrie says otherwise.

“If you’re willing to serve your country you should be able to serve your country no matter if you’re gay, straight, transgender, whatever,” says Lowrie.

In response to the Supreme Court’s decision, Lowrie says she’s currently looking into a new career in a surgical tech program.

Right now members of the transgender community say they’re overwhelmed with uncertainty asking ‘What happens next?’

JUST IN: EPD Theft Investigation

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Evansville Police are investigating a theft of scrap metal. The theft happened in the overnight hours of January 10th-11th, 2019.

Surveillance footage shows two white males taking scrap metal from a business in the 4900 blocks of Oak Grove Rd. The cameras also captured images of their car. Please note the plastic window covering and lack of rear hubcap. 

If you recognize the car or the men, contact EPD or WeTip. 

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USI Students Ready To Prepare Taxes Through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

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Through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA), University of Southern Indiana students in the Romain College of Business will provide free federal and state income tax preparation on Mondays, February 4 through March 18.

“We have 15 students enrolled in the program this year,” said Dr. Brett Bueltel, assistant professor of accounting. “Our students are excited for the opportunity to serve our community and gain real world experience preparing tax returns.”

In VITA programs, the Internal Revenue Service partners with national and local organizations to provide tax services to individuals with low-to-moderate income at no cost to the taxpayer. Accounting students will interview and prepare the taxes of those taxpayers who make an appointment for the service. VITA sites do not prepare Schedule C business forms or Schedule E rental forms. Federal and state tax returns are prepared at the time of the appointment, and all taxpayers must be available to sign their returns. Preparation of returns typically takes 90 minutes to two hours to complete.

The sessions will be held by appointment only in Room 1004 in the Business and Engineering Center on the following Mondays: February 4, 11, 18 and 25; and March 11 and 18. Appointments will be available at 5 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. The USI VITA site is closed March 5 for Spring Recess. All USI employees are eligible to take advantage of the VITA tax preparation services.

Individuals are required to bring their tax information, photo identification cards and Social Security cards for themselves and any dependents. International students must bring their passports and visas as well. The IRS encourages electronic filing and returns will be filed electronically for those who are eligible.

Please bring copies of your prior year state and federal tax returns if they are available. Your tax returns from the prior year are very helpful in preparing correct and complete current year returns. Paper returns will be prepared for those taxpayers who do not qualify for electronic filing or prefer paper returns.

To make an appointment, call the Romain College of Business at 812-464-1718.

Arts Council’s Free Kid’s Film Festival Includes Free Admission To The Evansville Museum

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Arts Council’s Free Kid’s Film Festival Includes Free Admission To The Evansville Museum

Families in Evansville can enjoy a free day of international children short films and activities this Saturday at the Evansville Museum of Arts, History, and Science thanks to the Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana.

The free admission is part of the Arts Council’s annual children’s film festival, which features the New York International Children’s Film Festival Kid Flicks Tour from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26 at the museum’s Koch Immersive Theatre.

Admission to the museum and theatre would normally cost $60 for a non-member family of four with two adults and two kids over the age of 4, but thanks to the Arts Council’s generous contribution to host the event, admission is free for all to enjoy.

“Children’s familiarity with film, and the humor and charm of short films make the Children’s International Film festival an approachable avenue to introduce young people to other cultures and ideas,” said Arts Council Executive Director Anne McKim.

The New York International Children’s Film Fest Kid Flicks Tour features the best international short films from the prestigious film event. From 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, people can come and go as the theatre shows 30 short films from 13 countries. The average runtime for films is 7 minutes.

In addition to the short films, the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library will offer children’s activities connected to the event’s international themes. The Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science is also hosting its Super Saturdays on Saturday, Jan. 26. The theme is “Artspocalypse” – a hands-on, out-of-the-box art experience for the whole family, including creating melted crayon art, painting rocks, inventing art monsters and more.

FILM SCHEDULE:

11:30 a.m. – Kid Flicks 1 (Ages 3-7)
9 films in English, or no dialogue. Average runtime of 6 minutes.
12:30 p.m. – Kid Flicks 2 (Ages 8+)
9 films in English, with English subtitles, or no dialogue. Average runtime of 9 minutes. 2 p.m. – Viva Kid Flicks! (Ages 7+)
11 films in Spanish with English subtitles, or no dialogue. Average runtime of 7 minutes.

For more information, contact Zach Evans with the Arts Council at zach.evans@artswin.org.

The Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana is a 501(c)3 nonprofit located in Downtown Evansville at 212 Main St. The Arts Council operates the Bower-Suhrheinrich Foundation Art Gallery and is the only free public art space in the city. To learn more about the Arts Council, visit artswin.org, and follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

St. Vincent Evansville Birth Announcements for January, 2019

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Jessica and Andrew Reckelhoff, Evansville, daughter, Bernadette Marie, January 10

Amanda and Chad Oost, Evansville, son, Miles Everett, January 11

Maria and Brian Heathcott, Evansville, son, Gunner Michael, January 13

Samntha and Dakota Hall, Evansville, son, Elliott Shane, January 15

Jasmine Jackson and Ryan Russell, Evansville, son, Ryan Bernell Jr, January 18

Kendal and Erick Voelker, Evansville, son, Miller Nathaniel, January 18

Elisabeth and Tanner Boarman, Mount Vernon, IN, son, Caiden Todd, January 18

Misty and Dallas Wickstrom, Mount Vernon, IN, son, Landon Michael, January 18

Ally and Seth Ferguson, Evansville, daughter, Emme Kate, January 18

COA: Expungement Petitioners Can’t Cross-Examine Victims

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Olivia Covington for www.theindianalawyer.com

Expungement petitioners do not have the right to cross-examine the victims of their crimes who submit victim impact statements, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled in a Tuesday decision upholding the denial of a Marion County expungement petition.

In Jason Arthur Keene v. State of Indiana, 18A-XP-228, Jason Keene pleaded guilty in April 2009 to stalking his then-wife, Ginger. Then in May 2017, Keene petitioned to expunge the stalking conviction, but the state objected.

During an ensuing hearing, Keene “diminished his responsibility for the crime, maintained that he had merely caused Ginger emotional pain, and stated that ‘I did not stalk her,’ claiming that she had created text messages to support the stalking charge.” The state, however, moved to admit a letter from Ginger, which was admitted as evidence over Keene’s objection.

The Marion Superior Court then denied Keene’s expungement petition, citing to the “continuing trauma the victim has experienced as a result of the crime.” On appeal, Keene argued the trial court erred in admitting Ginger’s written statement, but the Indiana Court of Appeals disagreed.

Specifically, Judge John Baker wrote for the unanimous appellate panel that under Indiana Code section 35-38-9-9(d), a victim of the offense for which expungement is sought can submit a “written statement in support of or in opposition to the petition at the time of the hearing.” Keene failed to prove that statute is unconstitutional, Baker said, because expungement proceedings are civil, not criminal.

Further, under Cloum v. State, 779 N.E.2d 84, 92-93 (Ind. Ct. App. 2002), criminal defendants don’t have the right to cross-examine a victim who provides a victim impact statement, Baker said.

“We are confident that the purpose of victim statements in expungement proceedings is the same as that in criminal proceedings — to guarantee that the victim’s interests are fully and effectively represented as the trial court makes it expungement decision,” Baker wrote. “And as in criminal proceedings, we would not want to require victims to have to make their statements under oath or to subject a victim to defense cross-examination.”

“We likewise find that expungement petitioners do not have the right to cross-examine victims who provide victim statements as authorized by statute,” the judge continued. “Therefore, the fact that a cross-examination requirement was not written into the statute does not render it unconstitutional on its face, nor does the fact that Keene was not permitted to cross-examine the victim in this case render the statute unconstitutional as applied.”

2019 Frontier League Tryout And Draft Set For April 23-24

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The 27th annual Frontier League Tryout Camp and Draft will be held on Tuesday, April 23 and Wednesday, April 24 at Joliet Route 66 Stadium, home of the defending champion Joliet Slammers.
All 10 Frontier League teams will be represented at the workouts, and scouts from multiple Major League Baseball teams also attend.  Representatives from other independent leagues participate as well. Advance registration is available at frontierleaguetryouts.eventbrite.com while walk-up registration will begin at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, April 23.
The workouts officially begin at 9:00 AM on April 23 and will feature a 60-yard dash, fielding and throwing drills for infielders, outfielders, and catchers, and batting practice for position players while pitchers will throw 15-20 pitch bullpens.  Following the first day, the field managers will post a list of players invited back for inter-squad games on April 24.  At the conclusion of the games, action will break for 30 minutes as clubs and prepare for the draft.
An average of 35 players each season have been drafted and signed to spring training contracts over the past eight years.  Each year, at least one tryout camp participant has appeared in the Frontier League’s All-Star Game. Several draftees have gone on to be signed by Major League Baseball organizations, with four draftees having ascended to the Major Leagues (Chris Jakubauskas, Seattle; Josh Smoker, New York Mets; Chris Smith, Toronto; and Robert Stock, San Diego).
13 tryout attendees have been signed by MLB clubs during the season over the past six years.
“We are excited to bring our Tryout Camp to the Chicagoland area for the first time in 13 years,” commented Frontier League commissioner Bill Lee.  “The recent upgrades to Joliet Route 66 Stadium, highlighted by the new turf playing surface, make Joliet a great facility for our workouts.”
The Frontier League is entering its 27th season in 2019 and features ten teams stretching from Pennsylvania to Missouri and from Kentucky to the Great Lakes.  The Frontier League annually advances the most players to MLB organizations of any of the independent leagues. Over 100 players have signed with MLB clubs since the start of the 2015 season, and 36 former Frontier League players have played in the Major Leagues, 10 seeing MLB action in 2018.
The Frontier League is a professional, independent baseball organization located in the Midwestern United States. The league formed in 1993 and is the oldest active independent league.
To be eligible to play in the Frontier League, you must be at least 18 years old to play and must have been born on or after October 1, 1992 to be eligible.
Joliet Route 66 Stadium is located in downtown Joliet, hear the intersection of I-80 and I-55.  For more information, please visit www.frontierleague.com or contact the Frontier League offices at 618.215.4134 or office@frontierleague.com.
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