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DEFENSEMAN DILLON HILL RETURNS TO THUNDERBOLTS
Evansville, In.: The Evansville Thunderbolts and Head Coach/Director of Hockey Operations Jeff Bes are pleased to announce the signing of defenseman Dillon Hill for the 2024-25 season. The Thunderbolts begin the 2024-25 season at Ford Center on Friday, October 18th as they host the Knoxville Ice Bears.
Hill initially joined the Thunderbolts late in the 2021-22 season following a 20-game stint with the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs, recording 1 goal and 6 points with Roanoke. After skating in three games with Evansville to round out 2021-22, Hill played in 34 contests with the Thunderbolts in 2022-23, scoring 1 goal and 11 points. Hill also played in 25 ECHL games between 2021-2023 with the Fort Wayne Komets and Trois-Rivières Lions. In 2023-24, Hill played overseas in Hungary with DVTK Jegesmedvèk of the Erste Liga, scoring 1 goal and 4 points in 30 games. Prior to playing professionally, Hill played 5 seasons of junior hockey in his hometown of Niagara Falls, Ontario, with the Niagara Falls Canucks of GOJHL between 2015-2019 and the Niagara Whalers of the GMHL in 2019-20, before joining the Watertown Wolves of the FPHL for three games late in the season.
In returning to the Thunderbolts, Hill commented: “It wasn’t a hard decision to come back to Evansville, it’s a great city and I love the fans, and the team has a great leader in “Hobbsie” (captain Matthew Hobbs). I am excited to be coming back to Evansville, and to get Ford Center rocking again when the season begins!”
Hill joins previously announced defensemen Joey Berkopec, Benjamin Lindberg, and Gehrig Lindberg, along with forwards Matthew Hobbs, Derek Contessa, Logan vande Meerakker and Kevin Hu on the roster heading into training camp.
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Mayor Terry Announces Opioid Settlement Fund Recipient Recommendation
Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry tonight requested that Evansville City Council approve the distribution of more than $1.2 million in Opioid Settlement Funds to organizations helping battle the opioid epidemic.
If approved, the funds would be distributed to six organizations focused on reaching populations most vulnerable to opioid abuse, and working with them in what research has found to be their most influential moments.
“In considering the applications we received, we saw opportunities to reach our homeless population; we saw opportunities to reach individuals as they enter – or to stay with them as they exit – the criminal justice system,” said Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry. “The committee saw these as real opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives, and I agree, which is why I am asking the Council to approve the distribution of funds when the ordinance goes to second reading on September 23.”
If approved, the organizations and programs receiving funds would be:
YWCA Evansville: Say YES! To Sobriety and Self-Sufficiency – $200,000
Evansville Rescue Mission: Recovery Program of the Evansville Rescue Mission– $150,000
Vanderburgh County Mental Health Court: Mental Health Court – $96,000
Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office: Recovery Community Organization – $250,000
Evansville Police Department: Tackling the Opioid Epidemic – $275,826
The Women’s Hospital: Perinatal Support Consult Program – $231,080
Representatives of each organization were present at tonight’s City Council meeting, and details of their program can be found on the City of Evansville website at www.evansvillegov.org/city.
These six programs were recommended to Mayor Terry by a committee she formed in April, comprised of experts and community stakeholders. That committee, which was tasked with developing criteria and evaluating applications, was led by Deputy Mayor Lindsay Locasto and Communications Director Joe Atkinson, and was comprised of:
- State Representative Ryan Hatfield
- Lisa Seif, LCSW
- Assistant Police Chief Nathan Hassler
- Superior Court Judge Wayne Trockman
- Larissa Martin-Madison, MSN-Ed, RN, IBCLC, RLC
The group reviewed a total of 22 applications received in late Spring, after Mayor Terry’s office announced a request for such proposals. In total, those requests represented more than $4.4 million in programs aimed at combating opioids in Evansville. At the time, the city had $940,540.27 in “restricted” funds, which must be used for opioid addiction, treatment, and harm reduction purposes; and another $371.028.44 is in “unrestricted” funds, which can be used for non-opioid purposes.
Those funds are part of a $54 billion federal settlement agreement reached in 2021 with Opioid manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. At the time, Indiana learned it would receive $507 million of those funds over an 18-year period; the funds Mayor Terry is requesting City Council approve distributing includes funds remaining from the city’s allocation in 2023, as well as nearly all of its 2024 allocation.
Evansville is scheduled to receive additional funds, which will likely be distributed through a similar process, in 2025.
UE men’s soccer heads to Butler for midweek match
The Purple Aces visit the Bulldogs for the first time since 2019
INDIANAPOLIS — The University of Evansville men’s soccer team will look to get back to their winning ways on the road Tuesday night.
The Purple Aces suffered their first loss of the season on Friday evening at Lindenwood. It was a late-game heart breaker for UE that jumped out to an early 2-0 lead as the Lions scored the game-winning goal in the final minute of the match on a penalty kick goal. Tuesday night’s game against Butler will be Evansville’s first since the 2019 season when the Aces lost to the Bulldogs 2-0 in Indianapolis. UE is looking for its first win against Butler since the 2013 season.
The Bulldogs come into Tuesday night’s match with a 2-1-2 record on the season. Butler is returning home after a close loss to fellow Missouri Valley Conference opponent Bowling Green after the Falcons jumped out to a 3-0 lead early in the second half. The Bulldogs weren’t able to make up the deficit late in the game, recording their first loss of the season. Butler is led by junior forward Josemir Gomez on offense with four goals, 15 shots, and seven shots on goal through five games in 2024.
After taking the second-most shots on the team through five games, senior midfielder Jose Vivas (Teurel, Spain) broke through with his first goal of the season on Friday night. Vivas had Evansville’s first goal at Lindenwood in the 9th minute, taking a shot from the top of the penalty box that sailed into the bottom left corner of the net for the score.
Despite the loss, the Aces still lead the Missouri Valley Conference in shots per game and shots on goal per game. UE is currently averaging 14.6 shots per game with 7 of those landing on goal. Evansville is 18th in the nation in shots on goal per game while 34th in shots per game.
Petrova ties for 14th at Redbird Invitational
Aces finish in 10th place
NORMAL, Ill. – Kate Petrova posted a 3-over 75 to lead the way for the University of Evansville women’s golf team in the final round of the Redbird Invitational on Monday.
Petrova’s round at Weibring Golf Club saw her complete the tournament with a 7-over 223. She tied for the Purple Aces’ low round of the day after completing Sunday’s rounds with a 74. Louise Standtke matched Petrova’s final-round score of 75. The freshman wrapped up the weekend at 11-over with a 227. She tied for 25th.
Finishing third for UE and tying for 49th in the final standings was Elizabeth Mercer. Her 6-over 78 gave her a final tally of 235. Fourth on the team was Mallory Russell. Her Monday round of 78 gave her a 3-round score of 237, putting her in a tie for 60th place. Jane Grankina and Trinity Dubbs had totals of 238 and 239, respectively.
Evansville remained in 10th place on the team side, finishing at 53-over. Illinois State took the championship at 15-under. Little Rock was in second place at 20-over. Morgan Jones and Jinyoung Yun from the Redbirds tied for the individual win, wrapping up play with scores of 7-under 209.
This weekend, the Aces will be back in action at the Cardinal Cup in Louisville, Ky. The tournament runs from Friday through Sunday.
Business and Golfing Icon Roland Brinker Obituary
Business and Golfing Icon Roland Brinker Obituary
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Roland R. Brinker, a proud husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away on September 8, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1940, to Ray and Lorena (Wesbecher) Brinker. A lifelong resident of Evansville, Roland was a graduate of North High School and a dedicated professional in the jewelry industry. He was the proud owner and jeweler of Brinker’s Jewelers, a family-run business he helped build and nurture, earning a stellar reputation for craftsmanship and care throughout the community. Roland’s life was filled with love for his family and a deep passion for golf, particularly at Eagle Valley Golf Course, where he spent countless hours enjoying the game he loved. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he cherished every moment spent with them. He leaves a legacy of love, hard work, and unwavering dedication to those he cared for most.
Roland is survived by his wife Jeanette (Kuhen) Brinker; children Dean (Cheryl) Brinker, Darren (Timberly), Dirk (Cindy) Brinker, and Garrett Brinker; grandchildren Kyle, Drew (Mallory), Trey, Eric, Collin (Emily), Cole (Casey), Chance, Dylan, Darcey, and Lanson; great-grandchildren Preston, James, and Cora; siblings Benny Brinker and Nancy Ubelhor; and many extended family and friends. Roland was preceded in death by his parents Ray and Lorena Brinker and siblings Leona Cook, Beatrice McFall, and Donald Brinker.
As Roland asked for, the services will be private.
Instead of flowers, donations may be made to JH Fendrich Golf Course C/O Fendrich Men’s, 1900 E. Diamond Avenue, Evansville, IN. 47711.
Instead of flowers, donations may be made to JH Fendrich Golf Course C/O Fendrich Men’s, 1900 E. Diamond Avenue, Evansville, IN. 47711.
FOOTNOTE: The obituary was published on Legacy.com by Sunset Funeral Home, Cremation Center & Cemetery on Sep. 10, 2024.
Gov. Holcomb strengthens ties with Ukraine
Gov. Holcomb strengthens ties with Ukraine
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Gov. Holcomb became the first U.S. governor to visit Ukraine since Russia’s invasion in February 2022
Kyiv, Ukraine – Governor Eric J. Holcomb spent the day in Ukraine to demonstrate Indiana’s solidarity. Discussions with Ukrainian leadership surrounding future partnerships and fostering growth in economic development, academic and cultural relations.
Gov. Holcomb and Pres. Zelenskyy met in the presidential office of Ukraine and discussed the importance of subnational cooperation.
Gov. Holcomb and Gov. Bunechko of Zhytomyr Oblast signed an MOU focused on academic, cultural, and economic ties. Indiana’s high profile in agriculture, higher education, and manufacturing has much in common with Zhytomyr, and we expect years of beneficial collaboration.
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U.S. Ambassador Brink hosted a Friends of Indiana reception at her residence in Kyiv. Governor Bunechko and Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine were in attendance.
While in Kyiv, Gov. Holcomb paid respects at the Wall of Remembrance, which honors those who have lost their lives during the Russian invasion.
This marks Gov. Holcomb’s 25th international economic development trip as governor and his first trip to Ukraine. The cost of the governor’s travel is being paid through private donations to the Indiana Economic Development Foundation.