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33rd Heritage Artisans Days Continue To Align With Grade School Curriculum

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33rd Heritage Artisans Days Continue To Align With Grade

Historic New Harmony’s 33rd Annual Heritage Artisans Days will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 19- 21, in New Harmony, Indiana. This tristate tradition celebrates 19th century arts, crafts and industry through demonstrations and activities. The event continues to be a hands-on educational experience for school groups from Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky.

“This event gives students a chance to experience history in an interactive environment that applies to the fourth-grade Indiana Academic Standards,” said Erin McCracken Merris, community engagement manager. “Students will have the ability to trace the historical periods, places, people, events and movements that have led to the development of Indiana as a state.”

Demonstrators like Irv Rueger, will bring history to life each day. Rueger, an apiarist, explains the importance of bees to the past Harmonists, and the role bees have played in ecosystems and agriculture for centuries. After presenting annually for 33 years, this will be Rueger’s final year as a Heritage Artisans Days demonstrator as he will enter retirement.

Back by popular demand, the old-fashioned gun duel, a popular way of settling disputes during the era, will take place each day at 1 p.m. outside of the Atheneum. The Duelist, Michael Ramsey, will face off against the popular 19th century doctor, Albert Roberts. Roberts also will present strange medical practices of the 1800’s at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and noon daily in Murphy Auditorium. Admittance to this show is included in the ticket price, but registration for intended times is required.

School groups must register online in advance. Early ticket prices are $5 for adults and $4 for children, ages 7-17, if purchased by April 4. Educators also may obtain suggested lesson plans online.

New Harmony welcomes an average of 3,000 visitors for Heritage Artisan Days each year. While the event aligns with grade-school curriculum, it is also open to the public. Tickets can be purchased online or at the Atheneum.

For more information on Heritage Artisan Days, visit USI.edu/heritage.

Historic New Harmony is a unified program of the University of Southern Indiana and the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites. By preserving its utopian legacy, Historic New Harmony will inspire renewal and fellowship between people and communities through its programs and collections. Its office is a part of USI’s Outreach and Engagement.

Severe Weather by Wendy McNamara

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The spring season began this week, which means we could be experiencing an increase in severe weather.

As part of Severe Weather Preparedness and Flood Awareness Week, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security encourages Hoosiers to plan ahead in order to help minimize weather-related deaths, injuries and property damage.

IDHS encourages Hoosiers to build a preparedness kit, identify appropriate shelter and practice a plan of action. Here are important items to include in your family’s disaster kit:

  • Food and water for three days (include one gallon of water per person, per day);
  • Battery operated all-hazard radio (receives more than 60 types of emergency alerts);
  • Flashlight;
  • Extra batteries for radio and flashlight;
  • First aid kit;
  • Extra clothing, sturdy shoes, rain gear, blankets and personal hygiene items;
  • List of emergency phone numbers;
  • Important documents (copies of photo ID, social security card, insurance and banking information);
  • Cash (small bills. Power outages can limit the use of ATMs and credit cards); and
  • Special items (baby formula, insulin, life sustaining medication, pet supplies, etc.).

Flooding is another issue Hoosiers may encounter during the spring months. Never drive through flooded roadways, even if the water appears shallow. The road may have washed out under the surface of the water, plus, driving on flooded roadways places you and emergency response personnel in unnecessary danger.

When it comes to severe weather, let’s not fall for these myths that could put you and your family in harm’s way.

To learn more about preparing for severe weather and floods, clickhere.

Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Will Have Executive Meeting

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The Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation will meet in executive session at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, April 3, 2017, in the John H. Schroeder Conference Centre at the EVSC Administration Building, 951 Walnut, IN 47713, Evansville, IN. The session will be conducted according to Senate Enrolled Act 313, Section 1, I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1, as amended. The purpose of the meeting is for discussion of collective bargaining, (2)(A); initiation of litigation or litigation that is either pending or has been threatened specifically in writing, (2)(B); purchase or lease of property, (2)(D); and job performance evaluation of individual employees, (9).

The regular meeting of the School Board will follow at 5:30 p.m. in the EVSC Board Room, same address.

Eagles edged out by UIS 5-4

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The University of Southern Indiana women’s tennis team was edged out 5-4 by Illinois Springfield on Saturday in their Great Lakes Valley Conference opener in Springfield, Illinois.

Freshmen Alex Jamison (Floyds Knobs, Indiana) and Lauren Hambrock (Terre Haute, Indiana) each picked up a pair of wins for the Screaming Eagles. Jamison picked up an easy in at number five singles, 6-1, 6-1. Hambrock had little trouble at number two as well, winning 6-2, 6-0.

Jamison teamed up with junior Jennifer Mizikar (Batavia, Illinois) at number three doubles for an 8-2 win while Hambrock paired up with senior Kymberly Brannon (Louisville, Kentucky) at number two for an 8-6 win.

The Eagles have a nonconference matchup with Lindenwood University-Belleville on Friday at 4 p.m. in Belleville, Illinois, before resuming conference play Saturday at McKendree.
Illinois Springfield 5, Southern Indiana 4
Mar 25, 2017 at Springfield, IL (Racquet and Fitness Club)
Singles competition
1. Jane Carter (UIS) def. Kelsey Shipman (USI) 6-1, 6-1
2. Lauren Hambrock (USI) def. Kaitlyn Thornhill (UIS) 6-2, 6-0
3. Sharon Danquah (UIS) def. Brenna Wu (USI) 6-4, 6-3
4. Kena Bere (UIS) def. Kymberly Brannon (USI) 7-5, 7-5
5. Alex Jamison (USI) def. Danielle Mendoza (UIS) 6-1, 6-0
6. Maegan Flight (UIS) def. Haley Jones (USI) 6-2, 4-6, 6-2
Doubles competition
1. Jane Carter/Sharon Danquah (UIS) def. Kelsey Shipman/Brenna Wu (USI) 8-6
2. Lauren Hambrock/Kymberly Brannon (USI) def. Kaitlyn Thornhill/Kena Bere (UIS) 8-6
3. Alex Jamison/Jennifer Mizikar (USI) def. Maegan Flight/Danielle Mendoza (UIS) 8-2
Match Notes
Southern Indiana 6-8
Illinois Springfield 6-6
Order of finish: Doubles (1,2,3); Singles (1,2,3,5,4,6)

Gov. Holcomb Makes Appointments to Boards & Commissions

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INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several appointments and reappointments to state boards and commissions.

Commission for Higher Education
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education defines the missions of Indiana’s colleges and universities, plans and coordinates the state’s postsecondary education system, and ensures that Indiana’s higher education system is aligned to meet the needs of students and the state. The Commission is led by Teresa Lubbers.

Membership: Fourteen gubernatorial appointees, including representatives from each Congressional district, three at-large members, a college faculty representative, and a college student representative.

New Appointments:

  • Dr. Beverley Pitts, President Emerita of the University of Indianapolis. Dr. Pitts’ term expires June 30, 2018.
  • Mr. Alfonso Vidal, President of Vidal Plastics, LLC. Mr. Vidal’s term expires June 30, 2019.

Horse Racing Commission

Indiana’s Horse Racing Commission ensures that pari-mutuel wagering on horse races in Indiana will be conducted with the highest of standards and the greatest level of integrity.

Membership: Five gubernatorial appointees. Appointees serve four-year terms at the pleasure and discretion of the governor. The governor also designates one member of the commission as chairman.

New Appointment and Chairman Designee:

·         Dr. Phillip C. Borst, Owner, Shelby Street Animal Clinic. Dr. Borst fills a vacant term set to expire Nov. 1, 2017, and has been designated chairman of the commission by Gov. Holcomb.

Indiana Economic Development Corporation

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) was established in 2005 to attract and support new business investment, create new jobs for Hoosiers, and ensure Indiana’s legacy as one of the top states in the nation for business. The IEDC is led by Indiana Secretary of Commerce Jim Schellinger and IEDC President Elaine Bedel.

Membership: Eleven gubernatorial appointees. Appointees serve four-year terms at the pleasure and discretion of the governor.

New Appointments:

  • Mr. Fred J. Merritt, Owner of Riverside Manufacturing. Mr. Merritt’s term expires March 21, 2021.
  • Mr. Mark D. Miles, CEO of Hulman & Company. Mr. Miles’ term expires March 21, 2021.
  • Mr. John C. Lechleiter, Former President, CEO and Chairman of the Board for Eli Lilly and Company. Mr. Lechleiter’s term expires April 1, 2021.

Reappointments (Terms expire March 21, 2021):

  • Ms. Angela F. Braly
  • Mr. Richard L. Johnson, Jr.
  • Mr. Michael L Kubacki
  • Mr. Dayton Molendorp
  • Mr. John T. Thompson

Existing Members:

·         Mr. Joel Gorelick (Term expires in October 2017.)

·         Mr. Wm. Dominic Grote IV (Term expires in December 2019.)

·         Mr. Mark W. Neal (Term expires in December 2019.)

Governor’s Residence Commission

The Indiana Governor’s Residence Commission was created to provide the governor a suitable residence and is charged with the maintenance of the residence.

Membership: Seven gubernatorial appointees serve at the pleasure and discretion of the governor.

New Appointments:

  • Ms. Ann S Frick
  • Mr. William A. “Bill” Browne, Jr.
  • Ms. Jackie Morris
  • Ms. Julie Kirby
  • Mr. Lou Gerig
  • Ms. Shandon Whistler
  • Ms. Vicki Goode

Ms. Marianne Molony, chief of staff to First Lady Janet Holcomb, was designated by the governor as a non-voting advisor to the commission.

Governor’s Public Building Foundation

The Governor’s Public Building Foundation is a non-profit corporation that works together with the Governor’s Residence Commission.  The governor designates the leadership of the foundation.

The following individuals will continue to serve:

·         Mr. Robert T. Grand

·         Ms. Deborah J. Daniels

·         Ms. Lesa F. Dietrick

Midwestern Higher Education Compact
The Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC) is a nonprofit regional organization serving 12 states to provide greater higher education opportunities and services in the Midwestern region.

Membership: Each member state is represented by five resident members. The governor is a member of the commission and may delegate a member to serve in his place during his term of office. Additionally, the governor appoints two members from the field of higher education to serve a term of four years.

New Appointments:

  • Dr. Charles R. Johnson, Jr., President of Vincennes University. Dr. Johnson’s term expires in Feb. 2021.

Reappointments:

  • Dr. Ken Sauer, Senior Associate Commissioner and Chief Academic Officer for the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Dr. Sauer is the governor’s delegate.

Existing Members:

·         Richard L. Ludwick, President and CEO of the Independent Colleges of Indiana. Mr. Ludwick’s term expires in March 2020.

 

Great Lakes Commission
The commission promotes development of the Great Lakes basin, plans water resource development, makes maximum possible use of navigational aids and other public works, and secures balanced use of the basin.

Membership: Each member state is entitled to up to five commissioners, and the governor appoints the members of the Indiana delegation to terms of four years.

New Appointments: (Filling vacant terms expiring in Dec. 2018.)

·         Ms. Sharon M. Jackson, Deputy General Counsel for the Office of the Governor

·         Mr. Bruno L. Pigott, Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Environmental Management

Existing Members: (Terms expiring in December 2018.)

·         Jody W. Peacock, Vice President, Ports of Indiana

·         Steve Fisher, Executive Director, American Great Lakes Ports Association

·         Kay L. Nelson, Director of Environmental Affairs, Northwest Indiana Forum

Indiana Public Retirement System Board of Trustees
The board oversees the financial management of public employee retirement funds.

Membership: Nine trustees are appointed by the governor. The state budget director or his designee is a member of the board, and both the state auditor and treasurer may nominate themselves or another to be appointed by the governor to serve on the board. Two members are appointed by the governor directly.

New Appointments: (Terms ending in June 2019.)

  • The Honorable Tera K. Klutz, Auditor of State of Indiana.
  • The Honorable Kelly Mitchell, Treasurer of State of Indiana

Great Lakes – St. Lawrence River Water Resources Regional Body, and Great Lakes – St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Council

These two groups protect the great lakes and the St. Lawrence River Basin. The governor made one reappointment to serve at his pleasure for both.

Membership of Council: The governors of each member state are the ex officio members.  Each governor must appoint at least one alternate.

Membership of Regional Body: The governors of each member state or their respective designees.

Reappointment:

  • Mr. Chris Smith, Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources

Lipchik gives Eagles 5-4 win over UIS

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University of Southern Indiana Men’s Tennis junior Jack Lipchik (Kokomo, Indiana) won the decisive point in three sets to give the 34th-ranked Screaming Eagles a 5-4 win over Illinois Springfield in their Great Lakes Valley Conference opener Saturday.

With the match tied at four, Lipchik, playing at number six singles, dropped the first set 6-3. He then came back to win the final two sets, 6-3, 6-4 to give USI the victory. He also earned a 9-7 win at number three doubles with sophomore Ilia Karelin (Ekaterinburg, Russia).

USI had a 2-1 lead after doubles, as senior Aaron Barris (Marietta, Georgia) and freshman Denis Davydov (Chorvatsky Grob, Slovakia) also grabbed an 8-4 win at number two. Davydov had a win at number won singles as well, taking the point in three sets, 6-7 (6), 6-2, 6-3.

Sophomore Andrew Dones (Georgetown, Indiana) was the other Eagle to score, winning 6-4, 6-4 at number five singles.

The Eagles continue conference play April 1 at 10 a.m. when they visit McKendree University in Lebanon, Illinois.
Southern Indiana 5, Illinois Springfield 4
Mar 25, 2017 at Springfield, IL (Racquet and Fitness Club)
Singles competition
1. Denis Davydov (USI) def. Cole Buehnerkemper (UIS) 6-7 (6-8), 6-2, 6-3
2. Sam Clarke (UIS) def. Samuel Kiladejo (USI) 7-6, 0-6, 6-1
3. David Perez (UIS) def. Aaron Barris (USI) 3-6, 7-5, 6-4
4. Logan Burgess-Hayes (UIS) def. Ilia Karelin (USI) 3-6, 7-5, 6-4
5. Andrew Dones (USI) def. Parker Featherston (UIS) 6-4, 6-4
6. Jack Lipchik (USI) def. Grant Fitzsimmons (UIS) 3-6, 6-3, 6-4
Doubles competition
1. Cole Buehnerkemper/Logan Burgess-Hayes (UIS) def. Andrew Dones/Samuel Kiladejo (USI) 9-7
2. Aaron Barris/Denis Davydov (USI) def. Sam Clarke/David Perez (UIS) 8-4
3. Jack Lipchik/Ilia Karelin (USI) def. Christian Timm/Parker Featherston (UIS) 9-7
Match Notes
Southern Indiana 13-7
Illinois Springfield 4-7
Order of finish: Doubles (2,3,1); Singles (1,2,3,5,4,6)

USI BB splits DH with Bellarmine Saturday

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The University of Southern Indiana baseball team split a doubleheader with Bellarmine University and finished the first Great Lakes Valley Conference weekend of 2017 with a series split Saturday morning in Louisville, Kentucky. The Screaming Eagles took the opener, 10-1, but lost the nightcap, 4-3.

USI, which missed a chance to get to .500 in the nightcap, watched its record go to 9-10 overall and 2-2 in the GLVC, while Bellarmine goes to 14-10 overall, 2-2 GLVC.

USI controlled the opening game from start to finish and won 10-1 behind dominating performance of senior right-hander Lucas Barnett (Sellersburg, Indiana). Barnett (2-0), who set down 13 of the first 14 batters faced, allowed one run on four hits and struck out three batters in the seven-inning complete-game win.

The Eagles got the offense going in early in the opening game and scored in five of the seven innings. USI scored two in the second, one in the third, sealed the victory with four in the fourth before closing out the contest with one in the fifth and two in the sixth.

At the plate, junior centerfielder Buddy Johnson (Shelbyville, Kentucky) and junior shortstop Angel Torres (Puerto Rico) led an offensive attack that produced a season-high 15 hits. Johnson was four-for-four with a run scored, two RBIs, and a double, while Torres was three-for-three with two runs scored, a RBI, and a double.

Sophomore catcher Logan Brown (Mt. Vernon, Indiana) rounded out the multi-hit Eagles with a two-for-four performance on a pair of doubles, adding an RBI. Junior designated hitter Drake McNamara (Mt. Vernon, Indiana) also matched Johnson’s two RBIs to help lead the Eagles in the 10-1 win.

In the second game, Bellarmine broke a 3-3 tie in the bottom ninth to defeat USI, 4-3. USI had a 2-1 lead in the top of the sixth and battled back to tie the game 3-3 in the top of the eighth inning before falling short.

Freshman right-hander Tyler Hagedorn (Evansville, Indiana) took the loss in relief for the Eagles. Hagedorn (0-2) allowed one run on one hit and four walks (two intentional), while striking out two in 2.1 innings of work.

The Eagles started sophomore right-hander Austin Krizan (Mt. Vernon, Indiana) on the mound in the nightcap. Krizan got the no-decision after allowing three runs, one earned, on seven hits and a walk. The sophomore also tied a career-high with six strikeouts in 6.1 innings on the bump.

Offensively, Brown had a pair of hits and two RBIs to lead the Eagles in the nightcap. Brown also led the Eagles for the day with three RBIs in the two games, while tying Johnson with four hits each in the two games on Saturday.

For the weekend, Torres led the team with a .500 average (6-12) and tied with Brown with Brown with four RBIs each in the four games with Bellarmine.

The Eagles return to action and to the USI Baseball Field March 29 when they host Oakland City University for a non-conference game before returning to the road in the GLVC to play at the University of Illinois Springfield April 1-2.

Republican Policy Committee Announces  Women in the Workforce Hearing 

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Topic: How the Private Sector is Helping Women Get Ahead

 Chairman Luke Messer (IN-06) announced today that the Republican Policy Committee (RPC) Working Group on Women in the 21st Century Workforce will hold its next hearing on Tuesday, March 28th, at 1:00 p.m.

Chaired by Rep. Martha McSally (AZ-02) who heads the Working Group, the hearing will focus on how the private sector is currently supporting women and helping them overcome barriers to success. Topics will include increasing workplace flexibility, providing caregiving options and addressing residual bias.

WHAT:           Women in the Workforce Hearing: “How the Private Sector is Helping Women Get Ahead”

WHO:              Debbie Maples – VP of Global Loss Prevention & Corporate Security, Gap Inc.

Kymberlee Dwinell – Director, Global Diversity & Inclusion, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Brian Barkdull – CEO, American Southwest Credit Union

Dr. Donna Ginther – Professor of Economics at the University of Kansas

WHEN:           Tuesday, March 28, 2017, at 1:00-2:30 p.m. ET

WHERE:         HVC-210, U.S. Capitol Building, Washington, D.C.

The Hearing will also be live-streamed here.

You can follow the hearing on Twitter using #GOPWorking4Women.

Members of the Media: 

If you would like to attend the hearing, please RSVP to Molly Gillaspie at Molly.Gillaspie@mail.house.gov (Messer) or Kelly Schibi at Kelly.Schibi@mail.house.gov(McSally).

The RPC launched the Working Group on Women in the 21st Century Workforce in July 2016. A video highlighted previous hearings can be found here.

Hoosiers Post Successful Final Prelim Session at NCAA Championships

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The No. 4-ranked Indiana University men’ swimming and diving team had a successful final prelim session at the 2017 NCAA Championships on Saturday morning at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Ind.

Entering the final night of competition at the NCAA Championships, Indiana is in fifth place with a total of 189.5 points, just 7.5 points behind NC State in fourth. Texas sits atop the team standings with a score of 391.5, followed by California with 253 and Florida with 224.5.

200 Backstroke
In the 200 backstroke, senior Bob Glover finished 24th overall in the event with a time of 1:41.79.

100 Freestyle
Blake Pieroni continued his outstanding week at the NCAA Championships, qualifying sixth overall for the Championship Final of the 100 freestyle with a time of 41.89. Pieroni’s time is the second-fastest in school history.

Mohamed Samy improved 14 spots from his seed, placing 29th overall with a personal-best time of 43.03. With his mark, Samy ranks as the fourth-best performer in the event at IU. Anze Tavcar placed 38th overall with a time of 44.00.

200 Breaststroke
Ian Finnerty placed 42nd in the 200 breaststroke with a time of 1:58.97.

200 Butterfly
Indiana’s Vini Lanza qualified for Saturday night’s Consolation Final of the 200 butterfly, touching the wall in a time of 1:41.57. Lanza’s mark is the third-fastest in school history.

400 Freestyle Relay
In the 400 freestyle relay prelims, the IU team of Pieroni, Ali Khalafalla, Sam Lorentz and Samy qualified seventh overall to earn a spot in the Championship Final with a mark of 2:49.62. The time is the third-best in the event in program history.

Pieroni’s leadoff leg of 42.30 in the 100 free for the Hoosiers was the fifth-fastest time in school history.

Platform Dive
In the prelims of the platform dive, Cody Coldren had a great showing, placing 11th overall to earn a spot in the Consolation Final with a total of 362.50. Coldren had a great final dive to help him earn his place, scoring a 72.00.

The No. 4 Indiana Hoosiers will conclude competition at the 2017 NCAA Championships on Saturday evening at 6:00 p.m. ET with the finals of the 1,650 freestyle, 100 freestyle, 200 butterfly, 400 freestyle relay and platform dive.

Be sure to keep up with all the latest news on the Indiana women’s swimming and diving teams on social media – Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

200 Backstroke
24. Bob Glover – 1:41.79

100 Freestyle
Blake Pieroni – 41.89 (Championship Final)
29. Mohamed Samy – 43.03 (Personal-Best)
38. Anze Tavcar – 44.00

200 Breaststroke
42. Ian Finnerty – 1:58.97

200 Butterfly
Vini Lanza – 1:41.57 (Consolation Final)

400 Freestyle Relay
Blake Pieroni, Ali Khalafalla, Sam Lorentz, Mohamed Samy – 2:49.62

Platform Dive
Cody Coldren – 362.50 (Consolation Final)

Adopt A Pet

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Bear is a 7-month-old male black cat! He is very, very affectionate. Bear gets along with other cats just fine in the Cageless Cat Lounge. You may notice some baldness on his flanks and legs on one side, but no worries! It’s not some sort of contagious illness, and it’s growing back just fine. Pretty soon he’ll be back to his normal fuzzy self. Bear’s $30 adoption fee includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, & more. Contact the Vanderburgh Humane Society at (812) 426-2563 or adoptions@vhslifesaver.org for details!

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