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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

 

EVANSVILLE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU AWARDED CHECKS TO THREE NONPROFITS

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EVANSVILLE, IN – The Evansville Convention & Visitors Bureau awarded checks for three tourist capital development projects at Monday’s Board of Commissioners Meeting.

A total of $505,000 was awarded to the following organizations:
Mesker Park Zoo $250,000
Willard Library $75,000
Mickey’s Kingdom $180,000

As the tourism management organization for Vanderburgh County, the Evansville Convention & Visitors Bureau is dedicated to marketing and supporting the local hotels and attractions by developing and facilitating the convention and visitor industry in Evansville.

The Grants program awards those organizations in the community that assist in making our mission possible.

STRAIGHT NO CHASER ANNOUNCES THE “ONE SHOT TOUR” COMING TO OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA IN EVANSVILLE DECEMBER 14, 2018 AT 8PM

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“ONE SHOT TOUR” MARKS THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF STRAIGHT NO CHASER’S

DEBUT ALBUM “HOLIDAY SPIRITS” & SIGNING WITH ATLANTIC RECORDS

(Evansville, IN May 4, 2018) Atlantic Records recording group, Straight No Chaser, has announced early details of their upcoming “One Shot Tour,” which will play Evansville at Old National Events Plaza on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 8 PM.

The upcoming tour coincides with the 10th Anniversary of Straight No Chaser signing with Atlantic Records and the release of their debut album, “HOLIDAY SPIRITS” after a video of the group performing “12 Days of Christmas” went viral on YouTube and became the most viewed video of 2007. Upon the release of “HOLIDAY SPIRITS” in 2008, The New York Times predicted” this may be the year’s most unlikely major label story.” Now, ten years later with six full length albums and four EPs under their belt, the group will hit the road to celebrate and invite fans to join them on the “One Shot Tour.”

Pre-sale tickets will be available to members of Straight No Chaser’s official fan club beginning Tuesday, May 8th.

All remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, May 11th at 10am CST.

Tickets will be available at the Old National Events Plaza box office, all ticketmaster outlets,

by visiting ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800.745.3000.

Additionally, Straight No Chaser is currently working on new music, with more details to come over the next few months. In the meantime, the world famous a cappella group will hit the road this summer to bring “An Evening with Straight No Chaser” to select cities with dates throughout July. The summer run follows the group’s recently wrapped “The Speakeasy Tour” in support of last summer’s “Six Pack: Volume 3” EP that saw Straight No Chaser crack open a number of contemporary pop hits and rock classics, highlighted by “Sweet Dreams/HandClap” – their one-of-a-kind mash-up of Eurythmics’ “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)” and Fitz and the Tantrums’ “HandClap” – as well their show-stopping “Beyoncé Medley.”

For a complete list of tour dates and other news, please see www.sncmusic.com/tour.

Trolley of Evansville Districts Now Running

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Trolley of Evansville Districts Now Running

One Evansville business owner saw his dream become a reality. The Trolley of Evansville Districts (TED) began running Friday.

Amy Word-Smith headed up the initiative which was funded through a community crowdsourcing grant. The trolley will connect Franklin Street, Main Street, Haynie’s Corner, and the Waterfront District. Smith says that’s just the beginning of how the city will benefit from the new service.

Word-Smith says, “We had to have a way for people to easily travel from Franklin Street to Main Street to Haynie’s Corner to the Waterfront District. And some kind of transportation thing, whatever that was, and we settled on this great old school trolley as you can see.”

Yearly passes may be purchased for $25 at Lamasco Bar and Grill.

TED hours:

  • Thursday: 6 p.m.- 1 a.m.
  • Friday: 6 p.m.- 1 a.m.
  • Saturday: 11 a.m. -5 p.m. (free rides) and 6 p.m.-1 a.m.

For information on rates and yearly passes visit Trolley of Evansville Districts .

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ADOPT A PET

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This handsome devil was once just a friendly ol’ neighborhood tomcat, roamin’ the streets and causin’ trouble. But he is very affectionate and loving, so a kind stranger brought him to the VHS and he’s just too sweet to live outside! He does have FIV (which is similar to HIV in people) but it can only be transmitted to other cats through deep bite wounds, so if the kitties are friendly, he can live just fine with others. His adoption fee is $40 which includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, and more. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!