“IS IT TRUE” JUNE 18, 2024
IS IT TRUE that Republican gubernatorial candidate and current Indiana Senator Mike Braun was overheard telling Johnny Kincaid, “You and the CCO Publisher need to keep reporting the truth?” …that United States Senator Mike Braun will soon sit down with Johnny Kincaid for a one-on-one interview on his City-County OBSERVER spooned podcast show?
IS IT TRUE that we have been told that the current leadership within the Vanderburgh County Republican Party was the subject of many interesting conversations at the recent Indiana GOP Convention in Indianapolis? …that several Vanderburgh County delegates heard many less than complimentary comments about the controversy at the Vanderburgh County GOP?…that we are told that many local conservative Republicans are extremely upset about the punitive actions taken by GOP Chairman, Mike Duckworth against three (3) members of the local GOP? …that we are also told that Chairman Duckworth punitive actions against three (3) Republicans may have been a rallying call for local conservative Republicans to join forces to take back their party? … it looks like the days of the GOP “RINOS” controlling the local GOP may be coming to an abrupt end?
FOOTNOTES
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EPD Detectives Shared Lead Information Resulting in Bank Robbery Arrests
EPD Detectives Shared Lead Information Resulting in Bank Robbery Arrests
JUNE 18, 2024
In August of 2023, Evansville’s Indiana Members Credit Union was robbed by an unidentified male.
Once he secured money, he fled to an awaiting car nearby. Evansville detectives identified a potential suspect vehicle after a neighborhood canvas which included reviews of residential, commercial, and law enforcement (FLOCK) camera footage. This lead information was distributed via law enforcement information-sharing databases. Due to the nature of the robbery, EPD also sought assistance from the Federal Bureau of
Investigations (FBI).
Approximately three months later a second bank, in Tennessee, was robbed under similar circumstances. Using EPD’s lead information and information gathered during their investigation, Tennessee investigators were able to identify two persons of interest in their robbery. In May of this year, a third bank robbery occurred in Kentucky, with the MO being the same as the previous two bank robberies.
With the help of multiple agencies and information gathered/shared, on June 13th search warrants and arrest warrants were executed at a residence in Tennessee. Market Wynn (25) and Stephen Hampton (25) were arrested for the bank robbery that occurred in Kentucky; they are presumed to be the same suspects in the bank robberies that occurred in Indiana and Tennessee.
These arrests come after nearly a year-long joint investigation between the Evansville Police Department, the Federal Bureau of Investigations, Kentucky State Police, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Manchester Police Department (TN), Metro Nashville Police Department (TN), Tennessee Bureau of Investigations, and Lexington Police Department (KY). As of now Wynn and Hampton have been arrested for the bank robbery that occurred in Kentucky and are likely the same suspects to have robbed Evansville’s
Indiana Members Credit Union. Additional charges are likely.
The work that our Evansville Police Department Detectives put into this investigation prompted a multi-jurisdictional investigation leading to two arrests and the recovery of a significant amount of money. They are to be commended for the detail, effort, and time they put into the resolution of this case and for helping to put a
stop to these offenders robbing additional banks. We are appreciative of the working relationship between our agency and the other agencies who were involved in this case.
FOOTNOTE: Reported by Special Projects Coordinator Taylor Merriss tmerriss@evanF
C.K. Newsome Center Opened as Cooling Center
The City of Evansville has opened the C.K. Newsome Community Center to the public as a cooling center, beginning immediately.
Members of the public are welcome to cool off in the community center from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Water and cooling supplies will be available, provided by the American Red Cross.
Additionally, members of the community can cool down inside any of the Evansville-Vanderburgh Public Library locations during their regular operating hours. Each location access to water fountains and bottle filling stations.
Media with inquiries about cooling stations may contact Joe Atkinson, Communications Director for the Office of Mayor Stephanie Terry, at 812-305-0543 or jatkinson@evansville.in.gov.
Four UE Theatre Alumni Honored with Tony Award for Broadway Play STEREOPHONIC
NEW YORK, NY (06/17/2024) STEREOPHONIC has captured the coveted Tony Award for Best Play at the 77th Annual Tony Awards, held at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater on Sunday. This accolade crowns an extraordinary night for the production, which made history in April as the most Tony-nominated play in Broadway’s storied history.
The American Theatre Wing had previously announced the nominations on April 30, and the buzz surrounding STEREOPHONIC has only grown since then. With a record-breaking 13 nominations, STEREOPHONIC led the pack and secured five major awards on Sunday. In addition to Best Play (David Adjimi, playwright), the production was honored with awards for Best Direction of a Play (Daniel Aukin), Best Featured Actor in a Play (Will Brill), Best Sound Design of a Play (Ryan Rumery), and Best Scenic Design of a Play (David Zinn).
The production has strong ties to University of Evansville Theatre (UET), with four alumni playing key roles. Among them are lead producer Nick Mills and co-producer Assistant Professor Wes Grantom, both from the class of 2003, who are now Tony Award-winners. Additional contributions come from Miriam Cortes ’21, Assistant Costume Designer, and Benjamin Anderson ’15, the understudy actor for the roles of “Charlie” and “Peter.”
“We’re all incredibly proud of this show. Winning these awards and making history as the most Tony-nominated play of all time is a dream come true. The dedication and talent of this cast and creative team are unparalleled,” said Grantom.
Loosely inspired by Fleetwood Mac and their seminal album Rumours, STEREOPHONIC delves into the creative struggles and triumphs of a rising rock band in 1976. The narrative captures the band at a critical juncture in a music studio, facing the pressures that could either lead to their breakup or breakthrough. Featuring original music by Arcade Fire’s Will Butler, the play provides an intimate, fly-on-the-wall experience of a band on the brink of stardom.
To see a full list of Tony Award winners, visit https://www.tonyawards.com/winners/
INTRODUCING THE 2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
INTRODUCING THE 2024-2025 SEASON
SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE ON SALE NOW!
JUNE 18, 2024
Evansville, IN – June 17, 2024 –The Old National Events Plaza and Nederlander National Markets are thrilled to announce the 2024-2025 Broadway in Evansville season! This season features four Evansville premieres and has something for the entire family! Everyone’s favorite Ogre premieres the season in the re-imagined Broadway hit, SHREK THE MUSICAL. Then the Tony Award-winning musical celebration of the Queen of Rock, TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL wraps the fall lineup. The new year starts with the stage version of everyone’s favorite romantic comedy, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, and the season concludes with the 2019 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, HADESTOWN! All 2023-2024 subscribers can renew their subscriptions starting today! New subscriptions will be available beginning Friday, July 26, 2024. On-sale dates for individual tickets will be announced at a future date.
The only way to guarantee your seats to this incredible lineup is to become a season subscriber. Subscriptions start as low as $145 for the 4-show package. For more information on becoming a subscriber, please visit www.oldnationaleventsplaza.com, call the box office at 812-437-8300, or stop by the box office at 715 Locust Street, Evansville, IN, 47708, Wednesday-Friday, from 10a-5p.
Enjoy the many exclusive benefits of being a subscriber including the best seats at the best prices, a guarantee of the same great seats for each season show, the option to renew those seats from year to year, and first options on upgrading seats. Subscription tickets are mailed to subscribers prior to the performance to avoid box office lines and lost ticket insurance is included at no additional charge.
Subscribers also receive additional ticket offers and the chance to purchase exclusive add-on opportunities before the public. New this year is the Broadway Dinner Series, offering Broadway subscribers early access, the best parking, plus a private dining and bar experience in our Grand Tier Lounge before the show.
Broadway in Evansville 2024-2025 Season
SHREK THE MUSICAL
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 | 7:30 PM
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
Monday, November 4, 2024 | 7:30 PM
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 | 7:30 PM
HADESTOWN
Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 7:30 PM
DETAILED SHOW INFORMATION
SHREK THE MUSICAL | October 15, 2024
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar®-winning, smash hit, DreamWorks animated film. Tony Award-winning duo Jeanine Tesori (music) and David Lindsay-Abaire (book) revisit their first collaboration to deliver a more intimate and engaging experience – a joyful, colorful SHREK that leans into the humanity in all of us that celebrates our differences. With all-new original direction and choreography by Danny Mefford (Choreographer, Dear Evan Hansen) filled with lush orchestrations, this reimagined production brings the show back to its roots – giving it a new kind of love emphasizing the importance of loving ourselves and one another.
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL | November 4, 2024
An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows were seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history.
Featuring her much-loved songs, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL | January 22, 2025
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J. F. Lawton. PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL will lift your spirits and light up your heart. Are you ready to fall in love all over again?
HADESTOWN | February 20, 2025
COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE.
Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and always.
Intertwining two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never let’s go.
Virtual Author Talk: Tiffany Jewell | June 20
Join #1 New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Jewell as she explores the deep-seated inequities faced by Black and Brown students from preschool through college. Drawing from her latest book, Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School, Tiffany will share her personal experiences and the powerful stories of others, revealing the systemic racism entrenched in American educational institutions.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, June 20, 2024
Time: 1PM
Location: Streaming Online
Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School provides invaluable insights for young individuals to critically navigate and shape their educational journeys. This is an essential event for anyone invested in understanding and challenging the racial injustices within our schools.
About the Author:
Tiffany Jewell is a celebrated Black biracial writer, anti-bias antiracist (ABAR) educator, and consultant. She is renowned for her influential works, including This Book Is Anti-Racist and The Antiracist Kid. With nearly two decades of experience working with children and families, and a deep commitment to social justice education, Tiffany’s expertise and passion shine through in all her endeavors. She is also the co-founder of ABARatSchool and has been a pivotal leader in Montessori for Social Justice.
Don’t miss this chance to engage with Tiffany Jewell and gain a deeper understanding of the historical and ongoing challenges within the American education system.
Plans New Community in Newburgh, Indiana
Newburgh, INDIANA – Jagoe Homes has announced a new community, Cadbury at Berkshire II, situated between Friedman Park and the Vann Park Sports Complex.
When you desire an active lifestyle, academically excellent schools, and a serene yet convenient setting, you’ll feel very much at home in Cadbury at Berkshire II. Area schools include the Castle High School District, with shopping, restaurants, and recreation nearby.
Traveling East on Indiana Highway 66 (Lloyd Expressway) to Newburgh, turn left (north) onto Indiana Highway 261 towards Castle High School. Turn right (east) onto Oak Grove Road and continue for two miles. Cadbury at Berkshire II is located on the south side of Oak Grove Road.
Amenities close to Cadbury at Berkshire II include Friedman Park, Vann Park Sports Complex, Victoria National Golf Club, Rolling Hills Country Club, and Historic downtown Newburgh.
Jagoe Homes is proud to provide an atmosphere of worry-free living, creating more time for relaxation, family, and the important areas of your life. All new Jagoe Homes are built EnergySmart™ and TechSmart™ and include a 2/10 Home Buyers Warranty.
This new Community offers larger home sites and a wider variety of floor plans, specifically ranch style, Waterview sites, third-bay garages, and full-brick exterior options.
Prospective homebuyers and Realtors interested in this new Community are encouraged to register for the Jagoe Homes priority email list to be first informed about:
- Updates on Community Progress
- Floorplans and Options
- Pricing
- Available Home Sites
Sign up for the Jagoe Homes priority email list by visiting https://jagoehomes.com/
EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT
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