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USI hits the road to open regular season

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University of Southern Indiana Men’s Basketball opens the 2018-19 regular season schedule Friday and Saturday in the Prairie Stars Tipoff Classic in Springfield, Illinois. The classic is being hosted by and at the University of Illinois Springfield.

The Screaming Eagles are slated to play Hillsdale College Friday at 5:30 p.m. and Malone University Saturday at 1 p.m. Game coverage for all of USI’s regular season games, including live stats, video stream, and audio broadcasts, is available at GoUSIEagles.com. The games also can be heard on ESPN97.7FM and 95.7FM The Spin.

USI Men’s Basketball in the Prairie Stars Tipoff Classic Quick Notes: 

Eagles set to tip-off 2018-19 with busy slate

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University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball begins the 2018-19 campaign Friday at 6 p.m. (CST) when it travels to Midland, Michigan, to take on Midwest Region foe and host Northwood University in the GLVC/GLIAC Challenge.

The Screaming Eagles also visit Midwest Region opponent Saginaw Valley State University Sunday at noon in University Center, Michigan. Both games will be aired on 95.7 The Spin, while live stats, audio and video can be accessed at GoUSIEagles.com.

This weekend begins a busy slate for a USI team that was ranked No. 19 in the Division II Bulletin preseason poll and receiving votes outside the WBCA Division II Top 25 Preseason Poll.

USI begins the year by playing seven games in a 17-day span, including its home-opener against Lincoln Memorial University November 14 at 6 p.m. at the Physical Activities Center.

The Eagles also host Ferris State University November 16 and Indiana University Kokomo November 20 before hosting the four-team USI Thanksgiving Classic November 24-25.

Women’s Basketball Game Notes
• Eagles in the polls. USI Women’s Basketball was ranked No. 19 in the Division II Bulletin preseason poll and was receiving votes in the preseason WBCA Division II Top 25 Coaches’ Poll.

• USI picked third in GLVC Preseason Poll. GLVC coaches predicted a third-place conference finish for USI Women’s Basketball in 2018-19 according to the league’s annual preseason poll. USI received 155 points and one first-place vote, trailing GLVC favorites Lewis (175 points/7 first-place vote) and Drury (174 points/6 first-place votes). The Eagles are 32-4 in league play during the last two seasons and are coming off back-to-back GLVC East Division championships.

• What’s new in 2018-19? USI Women’s Basketball’s returns a pair of starters and nine players from last year’s NCAA II Tournament team, including four seniors. The Eagles also add a talented recruiting class that includes sophomore guard Kennedy Williams, freshman forward Ashlynn Brown and freshman guard Samantha LaPlaca. Williams brings a year of collegiate experience from Bowling Green, while Brown and LaPlaca both played their high school ball in Ohio.

• Big losses. While USI gains a talented recruiting class, the Eagles will have to replace 56.5 percent of their scoring and 46.0 percent of their rebounding output with the graduations of Morgan Dahlstrom, Kaydie Grooms and Randa Harshbarger. Grooms and Dahlstrom led USI with 17.8 and 16.5 points per game, respectively, while Dahlstrom led the GLVC with 9.9 rebounds per contest. The trio helped lead USI to an 89-30 overall record and a 54-18 mark in GLVC play during their four-year careers. They played in a combined 338 games, recording 3,164 points, 1,557 rebounds, 701 assists, 141 blocks and 472 steals.

• Top returners. Senior center Kacy Eschweiler is USI’s leading returning scorer and rebounder in 2018-19. Eschweiler averaged 8.6 points and 5.3 rebounds per game a year ago, earning third-team All-GLVC accolades in the process. Senior guard Alex Davidson became a fulltime starter as a junior and averaged a career-high 8.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists per contest.

• About Northwood. The Timberwolves were 17-11 overall and 12-8 in GLIAC play a year ago. Much like USI has to do this year, Northwood has to replace its top three scorers from last year’s squad. Senior center Grace German is the Timberwolves top returner after averaging 6.9 points and 5.9 rebounds per game in 2017-18. Sophomore guard Kenzie Seely averaged 12.5 points and 4.0 assists per game to lead Northwood in its exhibition losses to Central Michigan (74-61) and Indiana (78-52).

• About Saginaw Valley. The Cardinals were 6-21 overall and 6-14 in GLIAC play a year ago after qualifying for the NCAA II Tournament in 2016-17. SVSU returns seven players, including its top three scorers from a year ago. Sophomore guard Laurel Jacqmain averaged 13.6 points and 6.3 rebounds per game to lead the Cardinals last year.

• Looking back. The Eagles went 26-5 overall and advanced to the NCAA II Tournament for the 10th time in program history a year ago. USI rolled to their second straight GLVC East Division title, matching their 16-2 league mark from the previous year, before falling in the championship game of the GLVC Tournament.

• What’s ahead? A challenging schedule that has the Eagles playing 26 regional games as well as bouts against the defending national champion Central Missouri and national runner-up Ashland. USI’s opponents in 2018-19 posted a combined 382-276 (.581) record last year, with five of those opponents playing in the NCAA II Tournament.

• USI against this year’s opponents. The Eagles went 18-5 against the teams on this year’s schedule and are 238-224 all-time against the teams on their 2018-19 slate.

• GLVC Tournament Points Rating System returns. The 2018-19 GLVC schedule, consisting of 18 games, is a non-divisional format, meaning the Eagles play their travel partner—Bellarmine—twice as well as four other GLVC teams twice. There will be no divisions and the standings will once again be based off of the GLVC Tournament Points Rating System, with the top eight teams qualifying for the league’s post-season tournament.

• Home sweet home. USI has 16 home games in 2018-19 after posting a perfect 15-0 record at the Physical Activities Center a year ago. It was the third perfect home record in program history after USI was 15-0 at the PAC in 1996-97 and 14-0 in 2000-01. Dating back to the 2016-17 campaign, USI has won 21 straight home games.

• Stein earns GLVC Coach of Year honors again. USI Head Coach Rick Stein was named the Chuck Mallander GLVC Coach of the Year for the second consecutive season and the third time in his career last March. He led the Eagles to a 24-3 overall record and a 16-2 mark in GLVC play during the regular season after the Eagles lost five seniors from a team that was 24-5 overall and 16-2 in GLVC play in 2016-17.

• USI reaches 25-win plateau. The Eagles have reached the 25-win plateau for the second time in four years and the sixth time in program history. USI has reached the 25-win plateau four times under Stein.

• USI in the Top 25. USI finished the year ranked No. 18 in the final USA Today Sports/NCAA Division II Coaches’ Poll. The Eagles were No. 18 in the final Division II Media Poll and were ranked No. 11 in the final Herosports.com Division II rankings and No. 15 in the Massey Ratings.

• Perfect home record. USI posted its third perfect home record in program history as it went 15-0 at the PAC in 2017-18. The Eagles also were 15-0 at the PAC when they advanced to the NCAA II championship game in 1996-97 and 14-0 when they earned their second trip to the NCAA II Elite Eight in 2000-01.

• Record book watch. One player is currently in USI’s record books:
–Kacy Eschweiler is 15th in blocks (55).

• Magic Mark: 75 points. The Eagles are 401-75 (.842) all-time when scoring at least 75 points. USI is 274-26 (.913) since 1996-97 when reaching the 75-point plateau.

2018 Election Day Vote Centers

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Previously, a voter was required to vote at the polling place within the precinct they resided. Now, a voter can choose to vote at any Vote Center that is convenient for them. On Election Day, November 6, 2018, the polls open at 6:00 AM and close at 6:00 PM.
If you need information about a voter’s registration, you can call the Voter’s Registration Office at (812) 435-5223.  For other election questions, you can call the Election Office at (812) 435-5122.

 

 LOCATIONS
 ADDRESS
ZIP
 4-H Activities Building
 Academy for Innovative Studies (AIS) (Formerly the Old North High School)
 201 E Boonville New Harmony Rd
 2319 Stringtown Rd
47725
47711
 Bethel United Church of Christ
 Bethlehem United Church of Christ
 Blue Grass Church
 3029 N. Green River Rd.
 6400 Oak Hill Rd.
 14240 Petersburg Rd.
47715
47725
47725
 Calvary Temple Assembly of God
 Caze School
 Cedar Hall School
 5050 N. First Ave.
 2013 S. Green River Rd
 2100 N Fulton Ave
47710
47714
47710
 Fairlawn United Methodist Church
 2001 Parker Dr.
47714
 McCutchanville Fire House
 Memorial Baptist Church
 Methodist Temple
 9219 Petersburg Rd.
 605 Canal St.
 2109 Lincoln Ave.
47725
 47713
 47714
 O’Day Discovery Lodge, Burdette Park
 Northeast Park Baptist Church
 5301 Nurrenbern Rd.
 1215 N. Boeke Rd.
47712
47711
 Plaza Park School
 7301 Lincoln Ave
47715
 Southern Indiana Career &   Technical Center
1901 Lynch Rd.
47711
 St. James United Methodist Church
 St. Paul’s United Church
 St. Lucas United Church of Christ
 3111 Hillcrest Terrace
 8701 Big Cynthiana Rd.
 33 W. Virginia St.
47712
47720
47710
 Washington Square Mall
 West Side Christian Church
 4801 Washington Ave.
 1200 N Red Bank Rd.
47715
47720
 Zion Church Educational Building
1800 S. Governor St.
47713

EPD ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD REPORT

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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http://www.vanderburghsheriff.com/jail-recent-booking-records.aspx

EDITORIAL: OUR CHOICE FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY COMMISSIONER

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HATFIELD IS OUR CHOICE FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY COMMISSIONER

The Vanderburgh County Commissioner race has been very interesting to watch. The only bump in the road during the campaign was when a political mailer was sent out by the Hatfield campaign committee addressing a couple of issues about Mr. Duckworth when he was a Vanderburgh County Deputy Sheriff many years ago. This mailer caused a few interesting comments between both candidates. Otherwise, both candidates have been very respectful towards each other. To their credit, they focused on discussing the issues that affect the citizen of Vanderburgh County.

Mike Duckworth has been a political fixture in local Government for over 30 plus years. He is a very personable, dedicated and likable person. He’s also served on numerous local boards, commissions and community organizations. His claim to fame is that he served on the Evansville/Vanderburgh County School Board for over 20 years in numerous leadership positions.  Mike also served in several City and County positions as an appointed Department head.

If Mr. Duckworth is fortunate to be elected to the Vanderburgh County Commission we feel that he has the capacity to govern well if he able to stay away from political partisanship.  If Mr. Duckworth isn’t elected to the Vanderburgh County Commission, we wish him well and thank for his service to the people of Vanderburgh County!

Jeff Hatfield has proven to be one heck of a campaigner. He is well known and is respected by people from both political parties. It’s obvious that Mr. Hatfield isn’t a politician and we like that. His message of economic growth, dedication to the taxpayers, and not to a political party has gotten our attention. We are also very pleased that Mr. Hatfield has openly expressed that he believes in term limits.

Mr. Hatfield has put together an impressive campaign committee. He has very good people and communications skills. His finance committee has done an amazing job in raising money for his campaign. His door-to-door campaign has been very effective.

We also like that Mr. Hatfield because is very conservative and is an extremely successful businessman. Hatfield is not only a man of faith but is also a good family man.

We believe if  Jeff Hatfield is elected to the Vanderburgh County Commission he will govern in a non-partisan manner while using his good business skills and conservative values.

We respectfully recommend that you consider casting your vote for Jeff Hatfield for Vanderburgh County Commissioner on November 6, 2018, general election.

EDITOR’S FOOTNOTE:  Any comments posted in this column do not represent the views or opinions of our advertisers

IS IT TRUE NOVEMBER 6, 2018

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We hope that today’s “IS IT TRUE” will provoke honest and open dialogue concerning issues that we, as responsible citizens of this community, need to address in a rational and responsible way?”

IS IT TRUE that the four (4) political races we highly recommend that you focus on watching this evening are: Braun(R) versus Donnelly (D), Levco (D) versus Hermann (R), Steve Folz (D) versus Wendy McNamara (R) and Duckworth (R)versus Hatfield (D)?

IS IT TRUE we are told that several concerned citizens will be filing a formal Freedom Of Information Request with Mr. Hermanns office asking for a copy of the Drug Testing contract between the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor and ABK Inc.?  …we are told once they receive this contract they will make it public?

IS IT TRUE we also urge that you pay special attention to the EVSC school board races?  …we hear that the individuals running against the incumbent members of the school board are poised to give them a run for their money?  …we are told that its possible that the make-up of the 2019 school board could have at least two new (2) members?

IS IT TRUE we have attached a link concerning the Indiana Court Of Appeals Decision concerning CWI Investments and the Town Of Darmstadt?  …we have also attached an analysis concerning the possible ramifications if CWI Investments wins the Federal Lawsuit they filed in the United States District Court against the Town Of Darmstadt?

10-30-18 Indiana Court of Appeals Decision

IS IT TRUE that the Town of Darmstadt recently lost its state court lawsuit against CWK Instruments and the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Board of Zoning Appeals because the Town failed to timely file a Petition for Judicial Review with respect to the BZA’s approval of CWK Investments’ improvement location permit regarding the construction of apartment buildings to be located on Hillsdale Road in Darmstadt?

IS IT TRUE that CWI Investments also has a federal lawsuit pending against the Town of Darmstadt in the United States District Court in which it seeks damages against the Town of Darmstadt for not allowing the construction of the apartment buildings on Hillsdale Road?

IS IT TRUE that if the Town of Darmstadt loses the federal lawsuit with CWK Investments that the Town of Darmstadt might have to pay a substantial amount of money to CWK Investments, money it may not have?

IS IT TRUE a group of private citizens recently asked the City what the proposed Evansville Sewage and Treatment facility will cost the Evansville taxpayers?  …they also wanted to know where the money is coming from to pay for the new multi-million dollar Evansville Sewage and Treatment project?  …they were told that they would have to file a Freedom of Information Request to get it this information?  …we wonder what happened to the pledge of Mayor Winnecke that his administration will practice transparency?

IS IT TRUE we expect that fifth (5th) Ward City Councilman Justin Elpers to have only token opposition when he runs for re-election.  …the reason why is that people in the 5th Ward are extremely pleased with Mr. Elpers conservative demeanor?

IS IT TRUE we are hearing that local Democrats are very upset that the Democratic-controlled City Council picked a City Council attorney who is an active member of the Vanderburgh and Warrick County Republican parties?  …they are also taking issue that the current City Council attorney lives in Newburgh?
IS IT TRUE  the Democrats are going to spend a great deal of time and money to take back the 3rd Ward City Council seat that they held for many years? …we predict that newly appointed 3rd Ward City Council member John Hayden, CPA will have one heck of re-election battle to retain his seat on Council?
IS IT TRUE we are hearing that at least seven (7) individuals are considering a run for the Evansville City Council at-large seats?  …the at-large City Council seats are always vulnerable because candidates run citywide? …don’t be surprised that at least two (2) At-Large City Council seats will have new members?
IS IT TRUE we are told that 4th Ward City Councilwomen have finally decided to retire?  …the hand-picked candidate to replace her is none other than  Alex Burton? .
IS IT TRUE that 6th Ward City Councilman Jim Brinkmeyer is finally doing things that his Westside constituencies are agreeing with and it looks like his chances of re-election have greatly improved? …we hope that he doesn’t cut a deal with local Republicans if he goes along with the Mayor’s political agenda they won’t run anyone against him?
IS IT TRUE it’s obvious that our city officials feel that paying their bills are less than important than building a multi-million “penguin” display at the Zoo?
Todays“Readers Poll” question is: Who do you feel will be elected Indiana United States Senator?
Please take time and read our newest feature articles entitled “LAW ENFORCEMENT, READERS POLL, BIRTHDAYS, HOT JOBS” and “LOCAL SPORTS” posted in our sections.  You now are able to subscribe to get the CCO daily.
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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.

 

 

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