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Aces Baseball rally late, fall short in opener against Dallas Baptist

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After eight innings of struggle at the plate, the University of Evansville flexed its muscles at the plate, but it was too little, too late, as the Purple Aces fell to Dallas Baptist, 3-1, Friday night at Horner Ballpark in Dallas, Texas.

“We fought back to get the tying run at the plate, but couldn’t get the big hit,” said Head Coach Wes Carroll. “Proud of the fight and look forward to tomorrow.”

Freshman right hand pitcher Austin Ruesch got the start for the Aces, and after getting a double play early in the opening frame, got into serious trouble. A two out double, then a balk, put the icebreaking run 90 feet away. Then, Matt Duce sent a single to right, bringing in Jimmy Glowenke, making it 1-0 Patriots. Later in the inning, KodyFunderburk drilled a double to tally Duce, pushing the DBU lead to 2-0.

Ruesch would find more trouble in the second inning. Hill Alexander led off the frame with a single. A pair of wild pitches advanced Alexander to third. Then, a Devlin Granburg ground out to third brought in Alexander, giving the Patriots a 3-0 advantage.

Dallas Baptist would end Ruesch’s night in the third inning, loading up the bases with one out. Senior reliever Jimmy Ward came in and put out the fire with a pop up in foul territory and a fly out to center, keeping the game within reach at 3-0. Ward would go onto to pitch two more scoreless frames.

Another senior reliever, Hunter Porterfield, took over in the sixth, and would keep the Patriots off the scoreboard the rest of the way, striking out three across the final three frames.

“Our two seniors, Ward and Porterfield, did an outstanding job keeping us in the game”, said Carroll.

However, the UE bats couldn’t do much damage against DBU starting pitcher Trevor Conn, who struck out five, while allowing just two hits through eight innings of shutout work.

Still down 3-0 in the final frame, junior left fielder Troy Beilsmith would finally break through, launching the first pitch he saw from reliever MacGregor Hines over the wall in left for his team-leading sixth home run of the season, cutting the deficit to two runs. Two batters later, freshman first baseman Tanner Craig earned a walk, bringing the tying run to the plate with two outs. However, sophomore Kenton Crews struck out to end the game.

The loss drops the Aces to 8-31 overall and 1-12 in the Missouri Valley Conference, while Dallas Baptist improved to 29-14 and 10-3 in the MVC.

The two teams are back in action tomorrow night back at Horner Ballpark, in a game that can be seen on ESPN U. First pitch is at 8 p.m. (CT).

Citizen Tip Leads to Arrest by Indiana Conservation Officers after Manhunt in Hoosier National Forest (Perry County).

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Indiana Conservation Officers arrested Mark Cates (54), DeMotte, on charges of Resisting Law Enforcement, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia, and Disturbing Federal Ground in Search of Artifacts.

Just after 2:30 p.m. this afternoon, Indiana Conservation Officers Zac Howerton and Lucas Patterson were on patrol in the Hoosier National Forest along S.R. 37 near Leopold, when they encountered Cates and a female companion, who are suspected to have been illegally digging for artifacts on federal property.

As the officers escorted the couple from the woods, Cates fled on foot back into the woods.  Multiple agencies responded, including the Perry County Sheriff’s Department, Tell City Police, Perry County EMA, and Hoosier National Forest Law Enforcement Rangers, and a lengthy search ensued.

During the search, a citizen alerted officers of a suspicious male in a driveway near a residence.  Shortly afterward, Indiana Conservation Officer Lt. Phil Schuetter was able to take Cates, who was found to have multiple outstanding felony arrest warrants, into custody without incident.

All charges are merely accusations and defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Eagles punch ticket to GLVC Championship game

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Senior first baseman Marleah Fossett (Brownsburg, Indiana) hit a grand slam and sophomore pitcher Jennifer Leonhardt (Louisville, Kentucky) racked up 10 strikeouts as University of Southern Indiana Softball punched its ticket to the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championship Tournament for the first time since 2002 with a 6-1 win over the University of Missouri-St. Louis Friday afternoon.

The Screaming Eagles (30-22) scored five times in the bottom of the third inning to break a scoreless tie. They took advantage of a pair of errors to score their first run, while a walk and a hit batter sent Fossett to the plate with the bases loaded and two outs.

With a 2-1 count, Fossett hit a towering fly ball to right field that slowly drifted over the fence for her first-career grand slam and USI’s second of the year—junior second baseman Claire Johnson (Pittsboro, Indiana) hit a grand slam in USI’s 8-5 win over Quincy University on April 9.

Missouri-St. Louis (32-21) answered in the top of the sixth inning with a solo home run off the bat of senior catcher Jennah Perryman, but the Eagles answered with a tally in the home half of the sixth inning to retake a five-run advantage.

Fossett, who was 3-for-3 on the day, had a lead-off single in the sixth inning that led to USI’s sixth run of the contest. An error and a passed ball also contributed to the Eagles’ final tally.

Leonhardt (16-11) earned the win after scattering one run off five hits and a walk throughout seven innings of work.

The Eagles, who are looking for their fourth GLVC Tournament title and first since 1998, will face either Missouri-St. Louis or the University of Indianapolis Saturday at noon. The Greyhounds and Tritons are playing in the elimination bracket Friday evening. The Eagles will have two cracks at capturing the championship Saturday, while either Missouri-St. Louis or Indianapolis will need two wins.

Southern Indiana 6, Missouri-St. Louis 1 (May 04, 2018 at East Peoria, IL)

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Missouri-St. Louis.. 000 001 0 -  1  5  4      (32-21)

Southern Indiana…. 005 001 X -  6  6  0      (30-22)

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Pitchers: Missouri-St. Louis – Kingery, Carly; Tiffee, Andee(4) and Perryman, Jennah.

Southern Indiana – Leonhardt, Jennifer and Barr, Lindsey.

Win-Leonhardt, Jennifer(16-11)  Loss-Kingery, Carly(15-7)  T-1:47  A-87

HR UMSL – Perryman, Jennah (12).

HR USI – Fossett, Marleah (3).

Weather: 70s, sunny

Game: 52-GLVC

EVSC Principal Receives May Cause for Applause Award

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Academy for Innovative Studies Diamond Middle School Principal Hannah Kirkman is the May recipient of the EVSC’s Cause for Applause award. The award seeks to recognize individuals who go above and beyond their normal job responsibilities.

 

According to co-worker, Carrie French, Kirkman “works countless hours to provide the best learning environment for her students and an amazing workplace for her team.” According to French, Kirkman pushes her staff and students to grow daily while being understanding and supportive. She goes on to say that she always has a smile on her face and is a wonderful role model for students and even staff.

Another co-worker also said that Kirkman recognizes every student birthday in some way and gives special gift certificates to families in need.

 

“Our school is definitely a better place because of her wise and strong leadership,” wrote Doug DeWig, EVSC police officer, on his nomination letter.

 

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.

 

Dexter Teachers Receive $10,000 from Burlington Stores

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 Teachers at Dexter Elementary School got quite a surprise. Burlington Stores, through its partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, donated $10,000 to Dexter teachers for them to use in their classrooms.
“We are so extremely excited and thrilled

​the EVSC Foundation worked to secure this donation for our school

,” said DeKarla Owens, Dexter principal. “We can’t thank Burlington and AdoptAClassroom.org enough for this generous donation and I know all of our teachers are so excited to use these funds to further enhance learning in our classrooms.”

Burlington, in partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, makes a donation to a local school each time a new store is opened. In this case, this donation celebrates the opening of the new Burlington location in the East Lloyd Shopping Center next to PetSmart.

Oakland City University to Celebrate New Student Center and Regional Cities Momentum in Southwest Indiana To: citycountyobserver@live.com

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Oakland City University (OCU) is breaking ground on its Oakland City University Boulevard Commons project on Thursday, May 3rd at 10:00 a.m. CST in Oakland City, Indiana. The Boulevard Commons project is one component of the southwest region’s Indiana Regional Cities Initiative plan designed to retain and attract talent.
This project received $2.2 million in state funding through Indiana’s Regional Cities Initiative, which helps communities across the state come together to transform their regions into nationally-recognized destinations to live, work, play and stay. With employers continually stressing the need for a skilled and ready workforce, Indiana is building upon its strong economic foundation to advance quality of place projects that attract and retain future generations of Hoosiers. The project was recommended for funding by the Southwest Indiana Regional Development Authority (SWIRDA) as a part of the region’s Indiana’s Great Southwest plan.
“Through Indiana’s Regional Cities Initiative, we’re working to build on Indiana’s economic momentum by developing vibrant cities that attract the talent needed for today, tomorrow and years to come,” said Elaine Bedel, president of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. “We’re excited to be a part of today’s groundbreaking and look forward to witnessing the university’s continued contributions to the future success of its students and the surrounding communities in southwest Indiana. Together, we’re working to create places that people are proud to call home and destinations that continue to retain and attract residents.”
The celebration commemorates the beginning of construction on the new 33,000 sq. ft. student housing center with 1,750 sq. ft. of retail space. The complex is spread among two floors to accommodate approximately 100 students and will create a new corridor into the University.
“We are fulfilling the dream and vision of many, creating a gateway to Southwest Indiana through enriched educational opportunities and community collaboration,” said OCU President Dr. Ray Barber. Building the new student center with retail space will help support the continued vitality of OCU and the town of Oakland City. It will enable growth in enrollment, foster greater engagement with alumni, and bring added economic opportunity to the community.
“Regional Cities is about attracting and retaining talent. This project will not only spur economic growth with the commercial space but allow students to incorporate business experience into their curriculum,” said SWIRDA chair Beth McFadin Higgins.
The project will continue to build upon the concept of a gateway to the University providing a much needed entry and face lift to the main boulevard entering the campus.
Event Location:
Oakland City University
Corner of Williams Street and 1st Ave
Oakland City, IN 47660

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“READERS FORUM” MAY 5, 2018

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We hope that today’s “Readers Forum” 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?

HERE IS WHATS ON OUR MIND TODAY?

In the private sector when a person is accused of illegally taking funds from an existing business to pay personal debts, your arrested for misappropriation of funds.

In Evansville when a person is working at a non-profit business and is accused of illegally taking funds from an existing non-profit business to pay personal debts you’re let go and the former employer wishes you well.

WHATS ON YOUR MIND TODAY?

Todays “Readers Poll” question is: Are you planning to vote in the upcoming Republican primary?

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Letter To The Editor: Putting Hoosiers First: Richard Moss for Congress

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More than comparing flashy ads, the latest scandals or snappy sound bites, elections are questions of character and conviction. As voters head to the polls today, the choice for Indiana’s Eighth District Congressional race is clear: conservative cancer surgeon Richard Moss.

November 2016 was a monumental moment for Republicans. Disenfranchised voters of every walk of life rightly rallied to “Drain the Swamp,” overcoming the seemingly impossible and electing Donald J. Trump to the White House.

Yet, because of the recalcitrant leadership in Washington, key promises made to these forgotten men and women have not been kept. After eight years, incumbent and full-time beltway resident Larry Bucshon has become part of the problem.

Today, voters have a solution in Dr. Richard Moss.

Moss is a proven conservative with a deep understanding of the Constitution, advocating for the timeless vision of our Founders: an effective, limited government and a prosperous, free people.

Hoosiers, like all Americans, deserve honest, driven and responsible leaders. Dr. Richard Moss has the necessary experience, clear grit and raw talent to be a champion for Hoosiers of all walks of life. More, his priceless experiences in healthcare and business are desperately needed in a Congress teeming with lawyers and political insiders.

Committed to accountability and access, Moss traveled to every corner of Indiana’s Eighth District this year, listening to the unique struggles of hardworking Hoosiers and laying out an optimistic agenda for Indiana families.

From the beginning, Dr. Richard Moss themed his campaign around “putting Hoosiers first.” Today, we each have the opportunity to do just that.

Andrew Ireland is a columnist for the Indianapolis Business Journal and Robel Scholar at the Michael S. Maurer School of Law. You can follow him on Twitter @AndrewIrelandIN.

EDITOR’S NOTE: You can find your polling location at www.rmoss4congress.com/vote

 

Vanderburgh County Recent Bookings

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