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RETURN OF THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW!
OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA PRESENTS THE
HIGHLY ANTICI…PATED
RETURN OF THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW!
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Evansville, IN – July 26, 2024 – The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the longest-running theatrical release in film history, returns to the Aiken Theatre stage on Sunday, October 13, 2024, for the 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour. Presented in part by 103GBF, fans will enjoy an unforgettable screening of the unedited film, and so much more!
The live show will feature a costume contest, performance by a local shadow cast, and memorabilia displays with relics and costumes from the movie. The shadow cast hilariously acts out the movie on stage while the film plays on screen. Plus, fans can meet and greet with the original character “Columbia,” Nell Campbell, the acclaimed star of this original cult classic with an add on ticket!
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is the iconic little movie that conquered Hollywood. The hit movie stars Tim Curry as the devious and fabulous Frank-N-Furter, Meatloaf, Barry Bostwick and Susan Sarandon as everybody’s favorite nerdy couple—Brad and Janet—and the film’s creator Richard O’Brien as Riff Raff.
Nothing beats a Rocky Horror screening where you can jump up and dance to the time warp—it’s a one-of-a-kind Strange Journey! “So, come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab!”
Ticket Information:
What: The Rocky Horror Picture Show 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour
When: Sunday, October 13, 2024, at 8 PM
Where: Old National Events Plaza I 715 Locust Street, Evansville, IN 47708
Tickets: Tickets to The Rocky Horror Picture Show start at $16.00 plus applicable tax and fees.
Notice: Limited VIP tickets are available and include a meet and greet with Nell Campbell. There is no age restriction on this show.
Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com or the Old National Events Plaza Box Office. For more information, please visitwww.oldnationaleventsplaza.com
Exciting opportunity for Hoosiers: Earn a tuition-free Pre-Veterinary Technology certificate from Vincennes University
VINCENNES, Ind. July 25, 2024 – Vincennes University offers eligible Hoosiers the opportunity to earn a tuition-free certificate in Pre-Veterinary Technology through the state of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs program.
The certificate provides valuable career advancement opportunities in an in-demand field without financial barriers. The one-year Pre-Vet Technology certificate also meets Purdue University’s requirements for applying to its Veterinary Nursing bachelor’s degree program.
A Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant covers full tuition costs and regularly assessed fees for eligible Hoosiers pursuing a certificate in one of Indiana’s high-growth sectors, including Health & Life Sciences, which includes Pre-Veterinary Technology. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment in this field to grow 21 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations, driven by rising numbers of households with pets and increased spending on pet care.
Brenna Edmiston, a 2014 VU graduate, firmly attests that VU’s Pre-Vet Technology program provided her with a robust foundation that propelled her into becoming a registered veterinary technician.
Edmiston said, “The VU Science Department helped me the most in my knowledge and skills when it came to transferring to my Veterinary Technology program at Harrison College. My VU chemistry and biology teachers made learning fun and that was not something that I experienced in high school. I also took an animal agriculture class while at VU, and that helped me a lot going into tech school by learning some medical terminology.”
Veterinary technologists and vet nurses play essential roles on a veterinary healthcare team. Veterinary technicians work under the supervision of licensed veterinarians. They receive education in animal care, normal and abnormal life processes, and lab and clinical procedures. They contribute significantly in various settings such as private practices, biomedical research, diagnostic laboratories, zoos, wildlife facilities, food safety inspection, veterinary supply sales, and drug and feed manufacturing.
VU College of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Dean Curt Coffman said, “Vet techs play a crucial role in animal healthcare. With the state of Indiana paying for the full tuition towards VU’s Certificate of Graduation for Pre-Veterinary Technician, students will have a much lower cost toward their goal of a Vet Tech degree.”
Coffman added, “This one-year certificate meets Purdue University’s requirements to apply to their Veterinary Nursing bachelor’s degree program. It makes a lot of sense to complete the first year at VU and have that first year’s tuition completely covered.”
By providing a solid educational foundation, VU ensures that graduates are well-prepared to transfer to other higher education institutions and succeed in this high-demand field. Approximately 14,800 openings for veterinary technologists and technicians are projected by 2032. The annual mean wage in Indiana is $41,280, reflecting their growing demand and vital contributions.
The VU Pre-Veterinary Technology certificate provides the first-year courses necessary to apply to a Veterinary Technology clinical program. However, the application process is competitive, and completing these prerequisites does not guarantee acceptance.
To qualify for a Workforce Ready Grant, an individual must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Must be an Indiana Resident and a U.S. Citizen (or eligible resident)
- Must possess a high school diploma (or equivalent)
- Must not possess a college degree
- Maintain SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS
- Must file a Free Application for FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) for your desired academic year [Only for Credit Bearing Programs]
- Must enroll in one of the approved grant-qualifying programs
Are you interested in furthering your education? Apply to VU today at www.vinu.edu/apply
Boar’s Head Provisions Co. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Liverwurst And Other Deli Meat Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
WASHINGTON, July 26, 2024 – Boar’s Head Provisions Co., Inc., a Jarratt, Va., establishment, is recalling all liverwurst product produced by the establishment that is currently available in commerce because it may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The company is also recalling additional deli meat products that were produced on the same line and on the same day as the liverwurst and, therefore, may be adulterated with L. monocytogenes. The company is recalling approximately 207,528 pounds of products.
The ready-to-eat liverwurst products were produced between June 11, 2024, and July 17, 2024, and have a 44-day shelf life. The following liverwurst products are subject to recall [view labels]:
- 3.5-lb. loaves in plastic casing, or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head Strassburger Brand Liverwurst MADE IN VIRGINIA.” The products shipped to retailers bear sell by dates ranging July 25, 2024, to Aug. 30, 2024, printed on the side of the packaging.
The other ready-to-eat deli meat products were produced on June 27, 2024. The following deli meat products are subject to recall:
- 9.5-lb. and 4.5-lb. full product, or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head VIRGINIA HAM OLD FASHIONED HAM” with sell by date “AUG 10” on the product packaging.
- 4-lb., or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head ITALIAN CAPPY STYLE HAM” with sell by date “AUG 10” on the product packaging.
- 6-lb., or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head EXTRA HOT ITALIAN CAPPY STYLE HAM” with sell by date “AUG 10” on the product packaging.
- 4-lb., or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head BOLOGNA” with sell by date “AUG 10” on the product packaging.
- 2.5-lb., or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head BEEF SALAMI” with sell by date “AUG 10” on the product packaging.
- 5.5-lb., or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head STEAKHOUSE ROASTED BACON HEAT & EAT” with sell by date “AUG 15” on the product packaging.
- 3-lb., or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head GARLIC BOLOGNA” with sell by date “AUG 10” on the product packaging.
- 3-lb., or various weight packages sliced in retail delis, containing “Boar’s Head BEEF BOLOGNA” with sell by date “AUG 10” on the product packaging.
The products subject to recall were distributed to retail deli locations nationwide. The products shipped to deli retailers bear establishment number “EST. 12612” inside the USDA mark of inspection on the product labels.
The problem was discovered when FSIS was notified that a sample collected by the Maryland Department of Health tested positive for L. monocytogenes. The Maryland Department of Health, in collaboration with the Baltimore City Health Department, collected an unopened liverwurst product from a retail store for testing as part of an outbreak investigation of L. monocytogenes infections. Further testing is ongoing to determine if the product sample is related to the outbreak. Anyone concerned about illness should contact a healthcare provider.
FSIS is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state public health partners to investigate the multistate outbreak of L. monocytogenes infections linked to meats sliced at delis. As of July 25, 2024, 34 sick people have been identified in 13 states, including 33 hospitalizations and two deaths. Samples were collected from sick people from May 29, 2024, to July 12, 2024. Additional information may be found on the CDC investigation notice, Listeria Outbreak Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis. The investigation is ongoing, and FSIS continues to work with the CDC and state partners.
Consumption of food contaminated with L. monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a serious infection that primarily affects people who are pregnant, aged 65 or older, or with weakened immune systems. Less commonly, persons outside these risk groups are affected.
Listeriosis can cause fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions sometimes preceded by diarrhea or other gastrointestinal symptoms. An invasive infection spreads beyond the gastrointestinal tract. In people who are pregnant, the infection can cause miscarriages, stillbirths, premature delivery or life-threatening infection of the newborn. In addition, serious and sometimes fatal infections can occur in older adults and persons with weakened immune systems. Listeriosis is treated with antibiotics. Persons in the higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care and tell the health care provider about eating the contaminated food.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators and in retail deli cases. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them and retailers are urged not to sell these products with the referenced sell by dates. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Consumers who have purchased these products are also urged to clean refrigerators thoroughly to prevent the risk of cross-contamination.
FSIS recommends retail delis clean and sanitize all food and non-food surfaces and discard any open meats and cheeses in the deli. Retailers may refer to FSIS’ guideline, Best Practices Guidance for Controlling Listeria monocytogenes in Retail Delicatessens, for information on steps to prevent certain ready-to-eat foods that are prepared or sliced in retail delis and consumed in the home, such as deli meats and deli salads, from becoming contaminated with L. monocytogenes.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.
Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact Boar’s Head Provisions Co., Inc., Customer Service at 1-800-352-6277. Media with questions can contact Elizabeth Ward, Vice President of Communications, Boar’s Head Provisions Co., Inc., at media@boarshead.com.
Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/.
EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT
EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT
FOOTNOTE: EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.
Join Us for A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Willard Park! | August 9-11
We are thrilled to invite you to a magical evening under the stars as the Evansville Shakespeare Players present William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Willard Park!
Event Details:
Date: August 9 – 11, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM every night
Location: Willard Park, in front of Willard Public Library
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Shakespeare, filled with fairies, lovers, and hilarious misadventures, all set in a beautiful moonlit forest. This annual tradition is a community favorite, offering an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Admission is FREE!
Donations are welcome and appreciated to support our local theater and future performances.
What to Bring:
- Your friends and family
- A cozy blanket or lawn chairs
- Snacks and refreshments (or enjoy our on-site vendors)
- Your sense of wonder and imagination
We look forward to sharing this magical performance with you. Don’t miss out on an evening of laughter, romance, and enchantment in Willard Park!
USI Softball signs two ahead of 2024-25
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Softball has signed transfers Maddison Depencier and Angelia Davis for Head Coach Sue Kunkle‘s Screaming Eagles squad.
Depencier is a junior right-handed pitcher from Chatham, Ontario, Canada. Depencier comes to USI after two seasons at Iowa Western Community College. The right-hander made 32 starts in 58 appearances at Iowa Western, going 20-10 with a 4.66 ERA. Depencier totaled 189.1 innings and struck out 208 hitters in her two seasons at Iowa Western. She also notched 12 complete games.
Depencier’s 2024 Iowa Western team was Region 11 conference and district champions, making a World Series appearance. While at Iowa Western, the junior garnered second-team All-Region and Academic All-Region First-Team honors.
“We are excited to add Maddison to our pitching staff for the next two years,” Kunkle said. “She has proven to be a gamer and a seasoned pitcher. Maddison has been part of winning traditions throughout her career, so with her experience and work ethic, we are certain she will make an immediate impact for us.”
Davis is a sophomore transfer utility from Bradley University, where she appeared in eight contests in 2024.
From Farmington, Missouri, Davis was a four-sport athlete at Farmington High School. On the softball diamond, Davis totaled 142 hits, 136 runs, 133 RBIs, and 31 home runs during her high school career. Davis collected four all-conference selections, including three first-team and one second-team selection, and four First-Team All-District selections at Farmington. Plus, Davis was on the All-Region First Team for her last three years. Davis was also First-Team All-State as a junior in 2021 and Second-Team All-State her senior season in 2022. As a junior, Davis batted .440 with 11 home runs and 60 RBIs, and she followed that strong campaign by hitting .357 with 11 home runs, 36 RBIs, and 48 runs while posting a 1.213 OPS her senior year.
The sophomore competed for Top Gun STL and Top Gun National in club travel ball.
“We are thrilled that Angelia has decided to become a part of our program,” Kunkle commented. “She is an all-around athlete with power and a great glove. We foresee that with her coachable attitude, athleticism, and opportunity, Angelia will be a tremendous addition to our middle infield.”
Depencier and Davis bring USI Softball’s 2024-25 signings to seven newcomers, including five incoming freshmen from last year’s early fall signing period. The Screaming Eagles will also welcome utility Lilly Brown, catcher Jordan Mackey, outfielder Jinnis Gerth, left-handed pitcher Kylie Witthaus, and utility Grace Huffman.
Last season, USI was 25-22 overall and 16-11 in the Ohio Valley Conference regular season. Both win totals surpassed USI’s marks in 2023. The Screaming Eagles captured their second consecutive OVC Tournament berth and came within a game of making an appearance in the championship round.
Death Investigation
On July 26th at approximately 4:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to suspicious circumstances in the 1000 block of north Fifth Avenue. On scene officers located a deceased female behind a vacant house. The death is being investigated as suspicious and is an active investigation. The cause of death has not been determined at this time. An autopsy will be conducted later today.
The name of the female victim will be released by the Vanderburgh County Coroner’s Office.
Mattis homers as Otters fall in series finale
Mattis homers as Otters fall in series finale
FLORENCE, KY – Wrapping up the four-game series Thursday night, the Evansville Otters fell to the Florence Y’alls 8-4 at Thomas More Stadium.
The Y’alls (29-34) scored four runs in both the first and third innings to jump out to a 8-0 lead over the Otters (24-40). After the early lead, Florence secured a third win during the four game series.
Right-hander Parker Brahms (3-6) gave up all runs as the starter went two and one-thirds innings allowing seven hits. He took the loss while Reed Smith (6-1) earned the win.
Finding an answer in the fourth inning, the Otters plated their first run of the game to get on the board. Randy Bednar hit a triple to right-center field with one out, followed by David Mendham’s sacrifice RBI fly to make it 8-1.
Both offenses went quiet until the eighth inning when the final runs of the game scored.
After a leadoff walk from Delvin Zinn, Gary Mattis hit a two-run homer that narrowly escaped the ballpark over the right field wall.
Sparking a new rally with the bases empty, Pavin Parks immediately followed up with a single. He moved from first to third on a pair of wild pitches before Mendham brought him home with a base hit.
Two arms shined out of the bullpen in Ryan WIltse and Chip Korbacher tonight. Wiltse began his outing by retiring the first 10 men he faced. He allowed just one hit with five strikeouts in three and two-thirds innings.
Continuing the success, Korbacher finished the seventh and eighth frames not allowing a run on just one hit with two strikeouts. He set down the first five Y’alls in his appearance.
Leading the offense with two hits each, Bednar and Mattis had solid days at the plate. Mattis and Mendham strung together multi-RBI efforts.
Evansville will now head back to Bosse Field to begin a nine-game home stand. The weekend series will be played against the Lake Erie Crushers. The first of three games against the Grapes begins Friday night with a 6:35 p.m. CT first pitch. Coverage is available on the Otters Digital Network a