Vanderburgh County Marriage Licenses Issued
DESTINY WELLS RESPONDS TO TODAY’S MOYLE V. UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT DECISION
DESTINY WELLS RESPONDS TO MOYLE V. UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT DECISION
INDIANAPOLIS—Destiny Wells, Democratic candidate for Indiana Attorney General, responded totoday’s Moyle v. United States Supreme Court of the United States decision affirming access to mifepristone – a safe, effective, FDA-approved medication that more than five million people have used over the last two decades.
“Since I returned home from serving in Afghanistan in 2017, I realized more than ever that women are the barometer of a healthy democracy,” Wells stated. “As Attorney General, I will stand by each Hoosier’s ability to determine their healthcare decisions—today’s SCOTUS decision preserving access to lifesaving medication is a win for American liberty.”
Background:
The Department of Justice (DOJ) sued the State of Idaho, arguing that the severity of the state’s abortion ban – which does not include an exception for women’s health – conflicts with the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) federal law that requires hospitals to provide stabilizing care to patients in emergency rooms, even if that means abortion care.
EMTALA preempts state laws, meaning that even if an abortion ban is in place medical providers can step in to treat and stabilize patients, even if that means with abortion care. (Note: Even with EMTALA protections, medical providers in states with extreme bans like Texas are struggling to understand where their hands begin to be tied by state abortion bans.)
In heated oral arguments on this case, justices tried to get clarity on what treatments would be covered, such as abortions that would preserve a woman’s organs, her fertility, prevent debilitating kidney diseases, etc. The anti-abortion defense by Idaho could not commit to which health-threatening conditions could legally be treated with abortion under their state laws.
Comedian Preacher Lawson to Perform in Jasper on October 1
Jasper, IN – Jasper Community Arts is thrilled to announce that comedian Preacher Lawson will perform live on Saturday, October 19, 2024. The show will start at 7:30 PM at the Jasper Arts Center and promises to be an unforgettable night of laughter and entertainment.
Preacher Lawson, known for his high-energy comedy and charismatic stage presence, first gained national attention as a finalist on the hit television show “America’s Got Talent.” Since then, he has continued to captivate audiences with his unique comedic style, earning him a dedicated fan base and numerous accolades.
“We are incredibly excited to bring Preacher Lawson to the Jasper Arts Center,” said Executive Director Kyle Rupert. “His talent for connecting with the audience and his hilarious, relatable material make him a perfect fit for our community. This is a show that you won’t want to miss!”
Preacher Lawson’s performance at Jasper Arts Center is part of his nationwide tour, which has been met with rave reviews. His blend of personal stories, observational humor, and physical comedy creates a dynamic performance that appeals to a wide range of audiences.
Tickets for the event are on sale now and can be purchased online here, by phone at (812) 482-3070, or at the box office located in the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center. Prices start at $30, with discounts available for students and seniors.
Jasper Community Arts is committed to providing high-quality entertainment and cultural experiences to the community. This event is expected to sell out quickly, so early ticket purchase is recommended.
For more information about Preacher Lawson and his upcoming performance, please visit the event page using the link above or contact JCA at 812-482-3070.
New Harmony Volunteer Fire Department receives new safety equipment
by Becky McNamara
|
To help our volunteer firefighters, Indiana recently provided much-needed personal protective equipment to over 60 departments including the New Harmony Volunteer Fire Department. We know that volunteer departments often operate with limited budgets and struggle to replace outdated equipment. That’s why I supported the state’s investment in providing departments with new turnout gear and self-contained breathing apparatuses. |
|||||
|
According to the U.S. Fire Administration, more than 70% of Indiana firefighters are volunteers. These volunteer fire services are essential, especially in rural communities, and the new funding prioritizes those departments with the highest need and oldest equipment. Click here to learn more about the PPE distribution to volunteer fire departments across Indiana. In 2023, I also supported a new law allowing counties to adopt a resolution for one or more township or volunteer fire departments, or fire districts and territories, to receive up to .05% of their public safety local income tax. This can be a great option for sustainable funding and I hope more counties consider it. Firefighters are vital to our communities, rushing into dangerous situations to protect fellow Hoosiers. I’m dedicated to continuing to support our firefighters and other public safety officers. |
|||||
Juneteenth Vendor Fair Planned for June 18 at Ivy Tech
Evansville, IN – Ivy Tech Community College Evansville will celebrate Juneteenth on June 18 with an indoor vendor fair, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Koch Student Center on the Main Campus, 3501 North First Avenue, Evansville.
The event is free and open to the public.
The event will feature music, art, and multiple other vendors with items for sale and information to share. Food trucks will be available in the courtyard on the south side of the main campus during the event, including Trappin Chick’n, Tri-State Snack Shop, and the Loaded Fry Shack. The event is sponsored by Student and Employee Diversity and the Office of Student Life at Ivy Tech.
History of the Juneteenth Holiday according to the National Museum of African American History & Culture: While the Emancipation Proclamation took effect on Jan. 1, 1863, and all enslaved people were declared legally free, not everyone in every Confederate territory was immediately free. As a result, in the westernmost Confederate state of Texas, enslaved people would not be free until much later. Freedom finally came on June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as “Juneteenth,” by the newly freed people in Texas.
All Ivy Tech locations will be closed with no classes held on Wednesday, June 19, in honor of the holiday.
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.
IU Swimming & Diving: Olympic Team Trials Updates
SATURDAY, JUNE 15 FINALS
Josh Matheny advanced to Sunday’s 100-meter breaststroke final, winning his semifinal heat in 59.42.
- Matheny holds steady as the No. 2 seed going into the final, his 59.42 eight hundredths of a second behind top qualifier Charlie Swanson. Matheny went 59.34 in the prelim.
- Anna Peplowski finished sixth in the 400-meter freestyle with a personal best time of 4:09.20. Peplowski came into the meet as the No. 15 seed in the 400 free. She’ll swim her top event, the 200-meter freestyle, starting Sunday morning.
- Cody Miller placed 15th in the 100 breast with a time of 1:00.63.
Results
Women’s 400-meter freestyle final
- 6. Anna Peplowski – 4:09.20
Men’s 100-meter breaststroke semifinal
- 2. Josh Matheny – 59.42 (Qualified for Final)
- 15. Cody Miller – 1:00.63
Next Session: Sunday, June 16 Heats (11 a.m. ET)
- Men’s 200 Freestyle (Pieroni, Burns, McDonald)
- Men’s 400 IM (Piunti, Barnett, Reiter, DeWitt)
- Women’s 100 Breast (King, Chapman)
- Men’s 100 Back (Wight)
- Women’s 200 Free (Peplowski)
Braun, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan ‘Delivering for Rural Seniors Act’ to Support Senior Food Program
WASHINGTON – Today, Senators and Aging Committee members Mike Braun (D-AZ) and Mark Kelly introduced the Delivering for Rural Seniors Act, a bipartisan bill to support the delivery of the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), commonly known as the “senior food box.”
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is a federal food assistance program that provides monthly food boxes to low-income seniors. However, seniors living in rural areas, seniors with disabilities, and those without reliable transportation often do not receive home delivery services from food banks participating in CSFP. The Delivering for Rural Seniors Act would address this gap by creating a pilot program to fund grants specifically for the delivery of CSFP to these underserved populations.
The bill marks a significant step toward addressing food insecurity among seniors and improving the effectiveness of the CSFP through innovative delivery methods.
“No senior in America should go hungry. This bill will help rural seniors and those with disabilities get access to food bank services to help cut down on the issue of food insecurity among older Americans,” said Braun, who serves as ranking member of the Subcommittee on Food and Nutrition, Specialty Crops, Organics, and Research.
“Our seniors have worked hard their entire lives and deserve to have access to nutritious food without facing barriers due to mobility or transportation,” said Kelly. “This bipartisan bill will help ensure that low-income seniors in Arizona receive the essential food they need directly to their homes, improving their health and quality of life.”