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“IS IT TRUE” AUGUST 10, 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

IS IT TRUE that downtown Evansville has two things going on right now of significance and the top one is the opening of the long awaited Indiana University Medical School?…this is a project that has been in the works for over 10 years and it is finally happening?…the only disappointment is that the local nursing programs at IVY TECH have not been allowed to come downtown leaving the medical student  count at less than 100? …because of this decision the IU Medical School will be less impactful on the downtown than the often projected student count of over 2,000 would have?

IS IT TRUE that the philanthropic community has stepped up with the Koch Family Foundation chipping in $2.5 million to endow a dean and Bill Stone and his wife ponying up enough cash to claim naming rights?…this medical school decision was the right thing to do and we wish it would have happened sooner because it has already been cited as the reason for an unsubsidized Hyatt Place Hotel choosing a downtown location?…if either the medical school was a certainty in 2008 or if the Evansville City Council had a shred of patience the taxpayers of Evansville would have saved the $20+ million subsidy that went to the Doubletree developers with essentially no strings attached?

IS IT TRUE we would like to give five (5) cheers to Pat and Lisa Shoulders for gifting to the people of Evansville and the Stone Family Medical Center a public fountain named “Healing Arts?”  …we also give five (5) cheers to the rest of the Shoulders family for contributing to the public fountain?

IS IT TRUE that the other burning issue in downtown Evansville is whether or not the taxpayers are going be committed by the City Council to spend $2.7 Million for the purpose of building a dock and visitors center at the sight of the old riverboat location for the enshrinement of the LST?

IS IT TRUE although the LST leadership (they all are  from other areas) is claiming that attendance “COULD” double with the short move, that seems like an unrealistic expectation which is probably why they used the word “COULD”?…words like “COULD”, “MAY”, and “MIGHT” are often used as hyperbole by people who have no idea about reality to manipulate an outcome that they seek?…these magic words have already pulled the wool over the eyes of City Council members Brinkmeyer, Adams, McGinn, and Mercer but the other 5 are either hesitant or undecided?…it is to be expected that at least one other member of the City Council will be infected with the “COULD” virus and vote yes without any real projection from a credible source?

IS IT TRUE we wonder where the City is going to get the extra projected $3 million to dismantle the LST dock at Marina Pointe once the boat leaves that area? …we urge City Council member not to buy into the statement that a salvage company will dismantle the old LST dock located at Marina Point for salvage value only?

IS IT TRUE that a recent political poll conducted by the HILL reveals that three-quarters of Americans say Nancy Pelosi should be replaced?  …half of  the people voting in this poll were Democrats?

IS IT TRUE our thoughts and prayers are with our Publisher today as he is having a procedure done to find out what can be done to correct a serious heart issue?

Todays“Readers Poll” question is: Do you feel that the IU Medical school will have a major economic impact on downtown Evansville?

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Vanderburgh County Commissioner Looks For Corridor Study Answers

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Vanderburgh County Commissioner Looks For Corridor Study Answers

AUGUST 9TH, 2018 JEFF GOLDBERG EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

It’s being heralded as the first corridor study done by a metropolitan planning organization and the Indiana Department of Transportation. The Evansville MPO and INDOT are working to make both U.S. 41 and The Lloyd safer and more accessible.

The project started over a year ago and the preliminary reports are set to be finalized within the coming weeks.

During the beginning of this project, Vanderburgh County Commissioner Cheryl Musgrave has been on top of the project. She is now sharing concerns as the pre-planning faze moves forward.

The concerns revolve around a lack of transparency and input from the public. Musgrave says she receives many calls about this project but can’t direct the public to any way they can give feedback.

INDOT says the public feedback faze is down the pipeline. There will need to be more meetings to turn the study reports into projects before INDOT protocol allows for feedback from the public.

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VANDERBURGH COUNTY RECENT BOOKING RECORDS

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MEET NEWLY APPOINTED VANDERBURGH LEVEE AUTHORITY COMMISSIONER KATIE RIECKEN PARKER

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MEET NEWLY APPOINTED VANDERBURGH LEVEE AUTHORITY COMMISSIONER KATIE RIECKEN PARKER

Katie Parker is a long time resident of Evansville, having graduated from Harrison High School. She is the President of Inland Marina, Inc. and manages the boat slips and lease agreements for KC’s Marina, the Tiki Bar, the smoke shop and gas station.

As President of Inland Marina, Inc. Katie has started major renovations of the marina, replacing dockage and constructing a  bathhouse, restrooms, and laundry for boaters.

Katie holds a 100-ton captains license from the US Coast Guard and formerly worked with another captain transferring boats offshore.

Katie’s knowledge of the river comes from years of experience working for her dad, Ron.

Katie is also secretary of Owensboro/Evansville US Propeller Club, an association of river industry owners regionally.

Katie is married to Evansville firefighter, Captain Ed Parker. They live in the downtown historic district where they have several rental properties.

 

EPD ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD REPORT

“Just Stylin” Salon Is Hosting An Event For Children With Hair Loss

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“Just Stylin” Salon Is Hosting An Event For Children With Hair Loss

Just Stylin Salon is a full-service salon and spa that offers hair services ranging from cut, style, color, and highlights, to alternative hair (Wigs) and hair restoration. The Spa offers Permanent Makeup, skincare, massage, waxing, and nail care. Our hair loss experts are certified in both alternative hair (wigs) and hair restoration. Just Stylin’s motivation and passion for this non for profit, is due to the fact that we have several team members that have went through medical related hair loss and have had bad experiences finding the expertise and empathy for people that are in need of Alternative hair (wigs) in this difficult time.

Children with Hair Loss is a non for profit that offers children with medical related hair loss free wigs for every year from age 2-21. This Cut-a-thon event is looking for donations of 8-inches or more of hair which will be used to make these wigs. They can take donations of hair that has been previously chemically treated. If your hair is not long enough to donate you can leave a cash donation as well. “Just Stylin” Salon located at 955 S. Hebron Ave., will have their certified wig specialist measure, fit, cut and style the wig, for each recipient. They also have wigs onsite in a private room for the children to see and feel as they are going through any medically related hair loss need.

Karyle Elder opened the salon 5 years ago with one chair. Now they have 15 team members and many new services in an expanded whopping 3000 square foot location! She is a Cosmetologist, Hair Loss Specialist, and Certified Wig Specialist, and owner of this locally owned business. Her passion for hair loss started when her mother was diagnosed with lung cancer a year ago and battled finding expertise in hair loss.

Karen Cheaney joined the team in 2017. She changed her career and choose to move into the hair loss field. She is now certified in Microblading, Permanent, Hair Loss Technician, and Wig Specialist. Her passion for hair loss is also due to a diagnosed with breast cancer 3 1/2 years ago and the bad experience she had finding a wig.

Food Inspection Report For Vanderburgh County

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Food Inspection Reports 8-9-18

Indiana’s King Wins Gold at 2018 Pan Pacific Championships

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Indiana University’s Lilly King won yet another gold medal at an international meet on Thursday, winning the 100m breaststroke at the 2018 Pan Pacific Championships in Tokyo.

King, the reigning Olympic champion and world-record holder in the event, won with a time of 1:05.44 – the second-fastest time in the world this year.

Along with King’s gold, Indiana postgraduate swimmer Zane Grothe took silver in the men’s 1500m freestyle, touching with a time of 14:48.40. Grothe’s time ranks as the sixth-best in the world this year.

Also, in the men’s 1500m freestyle, incoming freshman Michael Brinegar had a great showing, posting the eighth-fastest time in the event at 15:07.04.

In the men’s 200m freestyle B Final, the Hoosiers dominated, finishing first and second. Postgrad swimmer Blake Pieroni won with a time of 1:46.68, while current Hoosier Zach Apple placed second with a mark of 1:46.78.

Swimming for Team Canada, postgrad Kennedy Goss placed 20th in the women’s 200m freestyle with a time of 2:00.45.

The 2018 Pan Pacific Championships continue on Friday with the 100m freestyle, 200m butterfly, 100m backstroke and 4x200m relay.

AG Curtis Hill Sets Record Straight Regarding Actions In Federal Case Involving Satellite Sites

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Attorney General Curtis Hill today issued the following statement in regard to his involvement in a federal case concerning satellite sites for early voting in Marion County:

“Secretary of State Connie Lawson today released an ill-informed statement purveying the misconception that I oppose early-voting satellite sites in Marion County. That is not true, and our position in court, if successful, would not block early voting sites. Rather, it would leave the decision in the hands of the Marion County Election Board.

“Nothing we have said in federal court would prevent Marion County from having as many early-voting satellite sites as it would like, pursuant to state law.

“Secretary Lawson has expressed her concern for ‘the will of Marion County voters.’ Therefore, I am surprised she would support the effort to bind future Marion County election boards by injunction from a federal court.

“As it happens, the Secretary of State does not enforce the statute at issue. Further, she was dismissed out of the case in June of 2017 and therefore was no longer a party to the case. There is nothing ‘reckless’ about an attorney general intervening in federal court on behalf of the state – my client – to defend the proper operation of state laws. That is the attorney general’s job.”

Attached are several documents relevant to the case, including Secretary Lawson’s dismissal from the case.

Vanderburgh County Current Warrants

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Vanderburgh County Current Warrants

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