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Crowded Ballot Includes Balanced Budget Amendment

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November 6, 2018

By Eddie Drews
TheStatehouseFile.com

INDIANAPOLIS—The race for the U.S. Senate may be dominating most election coverage, but Hoosiers will have a proposed state constitutional amendment to consider as well as candidates for other federal and state offices when they vote Tuesday.

That constitutional amendment, which calls for a balanced budget, is either necessary for Indiana’s fiscal health or a waste of resources because the constitution already prohibits the state from going into debt.

The proposed balanced budget amendment—which calls for the state to spend no more money than it takes in—passed the Indiana General Assembly twice, in 2015 and 2017. .

Gov. Eric Holcomb, through his campaign committee, is encouraging a yes vote on the measure. It would take a two-thirds vote in both chambers to suspend the balanced budget requirement under the proposed amendment.

But Rep. Ed DeLaney, D-Indianapolis, said the amendment is useless and will change nothing because lawmakers already pass balanced budgets. He said the amendment was created by Republicans to create an image that they are responsible and Democrats are not.

“It has no practical impact,” said DeLaney, adding “all it does is create confusion for the voters.”

Also on the ballot this year are all nine seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, three statewide offices, all 100 seats in the Indiana House and 25 in the Senate, local two statewide judicial positions, local races for judges and prosecuting attorneys, plus numerous local offices ranging from school board to township trustee. Some local jurisdictions have ballot issues as well.

At the statewide level, Hoosiers have three options for secretary of state: incumbent Republican Connie Lawson, Democratic challenger Jim Harper and Libertarian challenger Mark Rutherford.

In the race for Treasurer are Republican incumbent Kelly Mitchell and Democratic challenger John Aguilera. And for Auditor, voters have three options as well with Republican incumbent Tera Klutz, Democratic challenger Joselyn Whitticker and Libertarian challenger John Schick.

Judge Robert Alice of the Indiana Court of Appeals and state Supreme Court Justice Geoffrey Slaughter face the voters in a yes or no judicial retention vote. Both were appointed by former Gov. Mike Pence. 

Hoosiers can find their polling location, whether they are registered and other information about what’s on the ballot here.

Eddie Drews is a reporter for TheStatehouseFile.com, a news website powered by Franklin College journalism students.

Army Soldier From Evansville Killed in Training Accident

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NOVEMBER 6TH, 2018 JESSICA DIXON EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

Investigators in Washington are looking into an accident that claimed the life of an army specialist from Evansville.

Spc. Drew Watters died on Sunday at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. A graduate of North High School, Watters joined the Army as an Infantryman in 2015.

The cause of his death is currently under investigation.

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VP’s Sister-In-Law On Life Since The Election

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By Adrianna Pitrelli
TheStatehouseFile.com

INDIANAPOLIS — Since casting a vote to nominate her brother-in-law to become the Republican vice presidential candidate in July 2016, Denise Pence has been nothing but proud.

 

“It was just a moment in time you never forget,” she said.

Months before Vice President Mike Pence became part of the Trump team, Denise Pence looked forward to casting her vote for Donald Trump as an Indiana delegate at the Republican National Convention. She calls herself a day one Trump supporter.

“I always knew Trump was going to win,” she said. “I didn’t know that his running mate was going to be my husband’s brother.”

But she was confident they would win.

Denise Pence, of Columbus, is married to the vice president’s oldest brother, Greg. It’s been nearly a year since Mike Pence was elected to his new role, and Denise and Greg Pence are still adjusting to the attention they often receive when in public. Nothing but graciousness, positivity and niceness has been given to the couple, she said.

“Gregory is the eldest of six and Mike looks like him,” Denise Pence said. “Even if we are in another state or country, people will often do a double take or when we check into a hotel with our last name, they’ll ask if we are related to Mike.”

Despite Vice President Mike Pence and Second Lady Karen Pence being busy in their new role, Denise Pence said they are settling in well in Washington and still always make time for family.

“When you go to visit them, nothing is different, it’s just like hanging out with family,” Denise Pence said. “We are happy for the time we get to spend with them and they’re happy with the time they get to spend with us because they are so busy.”

 

The tight-knit family spent election night together with about 16 family members sitting in the Hilton Midtown hotel in New York City, anxiously waiting for an outcome.

“We were waiting forever,” she said.

While the polls said the election was going to the Democrats, Denise Pence said she knew the numbers were wrong.

“NBC Chicago interviewed me that night and they asked me how I felt and I told them I felt really strong that Donald J. Trump was going to be the next president of the U.S.,” she said.

The reporter, she said, quickly rebutted the polls said otherwise. Denise Pence stuck to her guns, saying she hadn’t been polled and knew numerous other people who weren’t polled so it couldn’t be right.

“I think when Donald Trump and Mike won, it was shocking to them and a lot of people,” Denise Pence said. “A lot of people were really in shock, but I wasn’t at all.”

Then after what seemed like hours, the numbers came in — Denise Pence’s brother-in-law would soon be sworn in as the second in command of the country.

“It was just a moment in time that is hard to describe,” she said laughing. “It was really, really awesome.”

 

Denise and Greg Pence alongside 32 members of their family traveled to Washington, D.C. for the 58th Presidential Inauguration. The couple had seats on the main stage where Pence was sworn in. Afterward, they attended the post-inauguration luncheon, the vice president’s ball and watched their hometown band, Columbus High School, in the parade.

“It was a really fun time and again just a moment in time you will never forget, seeing your brother-in-law become vice president,” she said.

FOOTNOTE: Adrianna Pitrelli is a reporter for TheStatehouseFile.com, a news website powered by Franklin College journalism students.

 

 

Lane Restrictions in Place on Riverside Drive

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NOVEMBER 5TH, 2018 MITCH ANGLE EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

Drivers may want to take note when traveling in downtown Evansville today, as there’s construction taking place on Riverside Drive.

The City of Evansville Engineer’s Office is restricting the east and westbound lanes of Riverside Drive between Court Street to the east side of Cherry Street until the morning of November 6th.

These restrictions are in place due to the old surface of the road being removed to make way for repaving.

Emergency vehicles will be able to pass through, but traffic could be stalled for commuters as the day goes on.

Drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes during the work and be mindful of workers in the area.

 

Some Indiana State Parks to Close For Deer Reductions

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Some Indiana State Parks to Close For Deer Reductions

NOVEMBER 5TH, 2018 TYRONE MORRIS EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

17 Indiana state parks will temporarily close for controlled deer reductions in the coming weeks.

Two different efforts will happen on November 12th and 13th and the second one happens November 26th and 27th.

That means the select state parks will close to the general public the evening before the efforts. The only impacted park in our area is Lincoln State Park.

DNR biologists say deer reduction is necessary every year because it ensures the habitat is safe for all plants and animals.

Below is a list of state parks to close:

  • Brown County
  • Chain O’Lakes
  • Clifty Falls
  • Fort Harrison
  • Harmonie
  • Indiana Dunes
  • Lincoln, Ouabache
  • Potato Creek
  • Prophetstown
  • Shades
  • Shakamak
  • Summit Lake
  • Tippecanoe River
  • Turkey Run
  • Versailles
  • Whitewater Memorial.

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Job Openings In Henderson, Kentucky

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Job Openings In Henderson, Kentucky

NOVEMBER 4TH, 2018 TOWNSEND OUTLAW KENTUCKY

A new employment opportunity is available in Henderson, Kentucky.

A job posting for a Meter Reader has become available and the city is looking for possible candidates.

The Civil Service Commission of the City of Henderson will hold an exam for the position of Meter Reader, Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 5:30 PM.

Photo identification will be required to enter the exam.

Minimum requirements: High school diploma or GED; ability to work/walk long periods outside in all weather; must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with no DUI convictions in the previous 5 years; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Applicants will be required to undergo and pass a drug and alcohol test and physical prior to employment. $13.62 per hour plus benefits. You must submit a copy of your driver’s license with your application.

Applications are available from Human Resources or or online at http://www.cityofhendersonky.org/jobs.aspx?uniqueid=94&communityjobs=false&jobid=31 and are due no later than 4:30 PM 11/13/18. If your application is on file and wish to take the exam, you must call Human Resources at 270-831-4983 by 4:30 PM 11/13/18. Applicants with disabilities must advise Human Resources in advance if reasonable accommodation to test is required and documentation must accompany the request.

Kyla Krieg Named Workforce Development Consultant for Ivy Tech Community College Evansville Campus Service Area

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Kyla Krieg, director of Outreach and Engagement for both the Princeton and Tell City Career and Technology Centers, has been named Workforce Development Consultant for Ivy Tech’s Evansville Campus service area.

In this role, Krieg is charged with building the college’s profile and serving as the workforce development liaison in the communities the college serves. She will engage with community members, business, and local government to align courses with local workforce needs, to be offered at the Evansville Campus, as well as the Tell City and Princeton Centers.

Krieg has been site manager and director of the Princeton site since 2014 and began in the same position at Tell City in 2017. Prior to that, she taught at Ivy Tech in Princeton and Evansville, Harrison College and Vincennes University’s Ft. Branch location. Krieg also worked as a sales representative for Princeton Publishing for two years, and as a teacher and department director of Princeton Community High School for six years.

She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Butler University and a Master of Arts degree from Oakland City University.

Krieg is active in the community and is the current vice president and board member of the Gibson County Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Gibson County Economic Development Corporation board, member of the Perry County Chamber of Commerce board, the Perry County Learning Partnership, and is a board member of the Entrepreneurship and Technology Center of Pike County.

To contact Krieg about possible collaborations with Ivy Tech Community College in Evansville, Tell City or Princeton, email kkrieg3@ivytech.edu.

 

EVSC Secretary Receives November Cause for Applause

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Lincoln School Secretary Kristina Hicks is the November recipient of the EVSC’s Cause for Applause award. The award seeks to recognize individuals who go above and beyond their normal job responsibilities.

Hicks was nominated by a coworker at Lincoln who wrote about the great things Hicks does for the school, its students and its staff.

According to her nominator, Hicks continually goes above and beyond her job responsibilities as a school secretary to be involved in what students are doing at the school. For example, Hicks often purchases costumes, makeup and more for student performances at Lincoln. She also took it upon herself to make sure student performers received free t-shirts for their school performance.

“She was so excited to deliver the shirts to our students,” said her nominator, “which was a big surprise to them since having a show-shirt is a big deal to student performers.”

The nominator goes on to explain the huge impact Hicks has on the school each and every day. “Her dedication to this school and our students is inspiring. Her enthusiasm when our students achieve something, great or small, fills their little hearts with pride. I can say with confidence that Kristina is not only a friend – she is a cheerleader, a silent partner, a disciplinarian, a nurse, a hugger, and the first smile I see to start my school day.”

Anyone can nominate an employee of the EVSC for the award. Deadline for nominations is the third Friday of each month. To nominate an EVSC employee, go to www.evscschools.com and click on About Us and see Cause for Applause under Community. Paper forms are available at the schools for those without access to the Internet.

Justices Won’t Hear Beagle Death Case Against DNRC

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Katie Stancome for www.theindianalawyer.

Indiana Supreme Court justices declined to hear a case in which a woman sued the Department of Natural Resources after her pet beagle was killed by a concealed raccoon trap at Versailles State Park.

In December 2011, Melodie Liddle was walking her dogs, including her beagle, Copper, through the state park. During their walk, Copper became ensnared in a raccoon trap set by Harry Bloom, a park security officer who had been authorized to set raccoon traps pursuant to a DNR-issued emergency rule.

Though she tried to set the dog free, Liddle was unsuccessful and Copper died while still in the trap. Liddle sued DNR representatives in their individual and official capacities, seeking various forms of relief, including the declaratory judgment that the emergency rules could not be used to issue trapping permits and damages related to Copper’s death. She received almost $500 in damages for the dog’s fair market value, but her remaining claims could not stand.

The Indiana Court of Appeals found Liddle’s claims were moot in Melodie Liddle v. Cameron F. Clark, et al., 49A04-1707-MI-1662, further determining that the dog’s sentimental value could not be considered in the calculation of damages.

The case was one of 11 transfer petitions the court rejected last week.

Justices granted transfer and ruled in Campbell Hausfeld/Scott Fetzer Company v. Paul Johnson, 64A03-1705-CT-984, in which the Indiana Court of Appeals reversed a trial court’s grant of partial summary judgment to a tool manufacturer sued after a man lost his eye while using one of the manufacturer’s products.

The high court on Thursday found the man’s misuse of the tool in question was the cause of his injuries and was a complete defense to his product liability claim, remanding the appellate court’s decision.

The transfer list for the week ending Nov. 2 can be found here.

EAGLES HOSTING NCAA II TOURNAMENT USI is 2nd seed, gets first regional since 1982

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For the second time in three years, the 16th-ranked University of Southern Indiana men’s soccer team has received an at-large bid to the NCAA Division II Tournament. The Screaming Eagles will be hosting the Midwest Regional for the first time since 1982.

The Midwest Regional field will feature third-seeded Saginaw Valley State University (9-2-6) versus sixth-seeded Ashland University (7-9-3) Thursday at 7 p.m. with the winner to play USI Saturday at 1 p.m. SVSU and Ashland are members of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC).

The Midwest Region title game will be played in Hays, Kansas, and hosted by the Central Region’s Fort Hays State University. The Midwest Region champion will play the winner of the Central Regional, which features 10th-ranked Fort Hays State (15-2-1), winner of the Mid-American Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and Northeastern State University (15-2-1), also a member of the MIAA, in the quarterfinals of the NCAA II Tournament in Hays. Dates and times for the regional championship game are to be announced.

The top half of the Midwest Regional bracket is being hosted by 22nd-ranked and top-seeded Tiffin University (15-4-0). Tiffin, the winner of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference Tournament, will play the winner of the fourth-seeded Ohio Valley University (16-5-0), the runner-up in the G-MAC, and fifth-seeded Maryville University (10-4-4), the GLVC Tournament champion.

USI is coming off its first Great Lakes Valley Conference regular season championship since 1990, posting a 13-3-1 overall record and an 11-1-1 mark in the GLVC. The squad bowed out of the GLVC Tournament in the quarterfinals when it lost to Rockhurst University, 3-1.

The NCAA II Tournament appearance is the third in the history of the program for USI. The Eagles got by Quincy University on penalty kick before falling to Rockhurst University in 2016. USI lost its first appearance to Oakland University at Strassweg Field in 1982.

Coverage of all of the Eagles’ action in the NCAA II Midwest Regional, including links for live stats and GLVC Sports Network, can be found on GoUSIEagles.com. More information about the NCAA II Men’s Soccer Tournament is on NCAA.com, including the bracket for the entire 38-team field.

The NCAA II Tournament semifinals and final are scheduled for November 29 and December 1 at Highmark Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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