Vanderburgh County Commissioners Announce Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Improved Old National Events Plaza Pedestrian Bridge
The Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for the improved pedestrian bridge connecting the Old National Events Plaza to the New DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and the Ford Centre on Tuesday February 14th at 11:00 a.m. in the second floor lobby of the Old National Events Plaza at the entrance to the bridge. More details to follow.
Taylor Named MVC Newcomer Of The Week As Aces Prepare For Drake
UE welcomes Bulldogs on Tuesday Evening
 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Redshirt sophomore Ryan Taylor has been named the Missouri Valley Conference Newcomer of the Week as the University of Evansville men’s basketball team is preparing for midweek matchup against Drake on Tuesday at 7 p.m. inside the Ford Center.
In two games last week, Taylor registered 13.5 points per game while helping the Purple Aces win games over Loyola and Southern Illinois. He started the week with 16 points and three triples in a win over Loyola. He followed that up with 13 points and two more triples in an exciting road victory against the Salukis. He hit 5 out of 10 from outside in the two games. For Taylor, it marks his second Newcomer of the Week honor this season.
Playing one of its best games of the year, the Purple Aces earned a 75-70 win at Southern Illinois on Saturday, never giving up the lead. Four Aces registered double figures led by Duane Gibson’s career game as he notched 27 points and 10 rebounds on 10-of-15 shooting. Evansville led by as many as 16 points before hanging on for the 5-point win. The low game was working for the Aces as they outscored SIU by a 42-28 margin in the paint. For the game, the Aces shot 54.0% while holding the Salukis to 40%.
Evansville earned a 75-70 win at SIU on Saturday, its 4th-consecutive road win over the Salukis, the longest streak UE has had in Carbondale since the series began in 1927. This is the third time the Aces have won four straight on the road against an MVC opponent as the team defeated UNI in Cedar Falls each season from 1999 through 2002; UE also topped Drake at the Knapp Center from 1997 through 2000.
UE has won four home games in a row over Drake; the longest streak vs. DU since earning six home wins in a row over the Bulldogs from 1996-2001. The longest recent streak against a Valley squad was when UE defeated Bradley 9 times in a row at home from 1997-2005. It is also UE’s current longest streak over an MVC squad.
Drake enters Wednesday’s game with a 7-19 mark and a 5-9 league record. The Bulldogs began MVC play with a 5-4 mark, but have lost their last five contests. Reed Timmer continues to pace the Bulldogs in scoring with 15.5 points per game; he gets a lot of work done at the free throw line, knocking down a team-best 101 free throws on the season. Billy Wampler checks in with 10.2 PPG and has connected on a team-high 54 3-pointers. Over the last 15 games, Ore Arogundade has averaged 11.5 points per game while shooting 46% from the field.
The Aces hold a 25-22 lead in the series against the Bulldogs and own a 14-7 lead in games played in Evansville. UE is in search of its fifth-consecutive home win over the Bulldogs and has won the last four home games by an average of 11.75
Vanderburgh County Democratic Party Calendar of Events
| Saturday, February 18th |
Community Event | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Hasenpfeffer
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| Wednesday, February 22nd | Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Tuesday, February 28th |
Fundraiser | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Jonathan Weaver’s Annual Mardi-Gras Event
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| Wednesday, March 1st |
Fundraiser | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 4th Annual Kathryn Martin for Knight Township Trustee Chili Dinner Fundraiser
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| Saturday, March 4th |
Caucus | Breakfast: 9:00 AM Voting: 9:30 AM |
Vanderburgh County Democratic Party Central Committee Caucus
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| Thursday, March 9th |
Fundraiser | TBD | Laura Brown Windhorst for City Clerk Fundraiser
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| Wednesday, March 29th | Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, April 26th |
Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, May 31st | Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, June 28th |
Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, July 26th |
Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, August 30th |
Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, September 27th |
Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, October 25th |
Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, November 29th |
Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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| Wednesday, December 27th |
Meeting | 6:00 PM | Vanderburgh County Democrat Club Meeting
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Indiana State Police probationary troopers from the 76th Recruit Academy Receive Their Patrol Cars.
Tuesday February 14, 2017. The cars will be issued to the troopers from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Indiana State Police Museum, 8660 E. 21st Street, Indianapolis.
54 Indiana State Police probationary troopers.
 To begin solo patrol in their assigned districts.
The issuance of the Indiana State Police commission is the highlight for the 54 new probationary troopers after receiving five months of academy training and three months of field training.
The point of contact for the event will be Sergeant John Perrine. He can be reached at (317) 416-3635 or jperrine@isp.in.gov.
Adopt A Pet
 Bitzy is a 7-year-old solid black male cat. He’s front-declawed! Bitzy loves to snuggle close to people, but may be a little more nervous in a very loud, boisterous household. Respectful kids would probably be fine. Bitzy’s $30 adoption fee includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, and more. Contact the Vanderburgh Humane Society at (812) 426-2563 or adoptions@vhslifesaver.org for details!
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Governor Holcomb Schedule for Week of Feb. 12, 2017
INDIANAPOLIS – Below find Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb’s public schedule for the week of February 12, 2017.
 Monday, Feb. 13, 2017
What: Announcement at General Electric Plant in Fort Wayne
Host: Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
When: 11 a.m. EST, with remarks by Governor Holcomb at 11:35 a.m.
Where: GE Club (Gym)
1020 Swinney Ave.
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
*Media are welcome. Questions may be directed to Abby Gras, IEDC, 317-232-8845 or agras@iedc.in.gov.
 Wednesday, February 15, 2017
What: Regional Cities Initiative Day in the Statehouse
Host: Indiana Economic Development Corporation
When: 11:30 a.m.to 12:20 p.m. EST, with governor’s remarks at 11:40 a.m.
Where: Indiana Statehouse
200 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
 Thursday, February 16, 2017
What: Â Opening of Shooting Range at Deer Creek Fish and Wildlife Area (Putnam County)
Host: Â Â Indiana Department of Natural Resources
When: 1 to 2 p.m. EST, with remarks by the First Lady and Governor Holcomb
Where: Deer Creek Fish and Wildlife Area
West of Putnamville, IN off of U.S. 40.
2 S County Rd 200 W
Greencastle, IN 46135
*This event is open to the public and media.
Thursday, February 16, 2017
What: Â The State of Real Estate
Host: Â Â Cushman & Wakefield
When: 4 p.m. EST, including a facilitated conversation with Governor Holcomb at 4:05 p.m.
Where: Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
502 N. New Jersey Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
February is Heart Month
February is Heart Month, and St. Mary’s is planning a unique event to provide education and awareness. Join a St. Mary’s Registered Dietician and Cardiac Nurse for a grocery store label reading tour at a local Schnucks.  Participants will  learn how to read nutrition information on labels to encourage healthy eating choices. To register, call 812.485.5230. Spots are free, but limited.
Label Reading & Grocery Shopping
Schnucks at 600 E Boonville-New Harmony Road, Evansville, IN 47725
Thursday February 9, at 2:00 p.m.
Label Reading & Grocery Shopping
Schnucks at 4500 W Lloyd Expy, Evansville, IN 47712
Thursday February 16, at 2:00 p.m.
Label Reading & Grocery Shopping
Schnucks at 5000 Washington Avenue, Evansville, IN 47710
Thursday February 23, at 2:00 p.m.
This Week at USI – February 13, 2017
John Roberts of Hilliard Lyons to present 2017 economic outlook
John M. Roberts, senior vice president, director of Research and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), and senior analyst at Hilliard Lyons, will present his 2016 economic outlook at the University of Southern Indiana. This event will be held at 4 p.m. on Monday, February 13, in BE0035 in the Business and Engineering Center. The presentation is free and open to students, faculty, administrators and the public. Roberts will allow time afterward for a Q&A session. Read More
Early Registration ends Monday, February 13
USI offers SANE Training for second year in a row
To meet the need for more specially-trained nurses to collect forensic evidence in cases of sexual assault, the University of Southern Indiana and Southwest Indiana Area Health Education Center (SWI-AHEC) are offering Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Training March 6-10 on the USI campus. A SANE is a registered nurse who has received advanced education and training regarding sexual assault and forensic nursing. SANE-trained nurses must follow specific protocols in the care and examination of sexual assault victims to provide specialized health and forensic care to adult and adolescent patients. The deadline for the early registration rate is February 13. Read More
Thursday, February 16 – Sunday, February 19
USI Theatre continues 2016-2017 Season with “Crumbs from the Table of Joy”
University of Southern Indiana Theatre will kick off the spring 2017 season with Crumbs from the Table of Joy by Lynne Nottage, with special guest director Ron Himes. Himes is the founder and producing director of The Black Rep and the Henry E. Hampton Jr. artist-in-residence at Washington University in St. Louis. Tickets are $7 for USI students, $12 for adults, $10 for USI employees, seniors (60+) and non-USI students. Shows start at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. for the Sunday matinee. Read More
10:30 a.m. Friday, February 17
International Food Expo offers a variety of cuisine and entertainment
The International Club at the University of Southern Indiana will host the annual International Food Expo from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, February 17 in Carter Hall, University Center West. Cuisine from 23 countries can be sampled, including new fare from Tunisia, Mozambique, Morocco, Bahrain and Bolivia. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10 from the Center for International Programs Office in the University Center East, Room 1235, or at the door on the day of the Expo for $15. Read More
6 p.m. Friday, February 17
USI to host Wrinkles as part of Spanish Film Club
The University of Southern Indiana World Languages and Cultures Department will host a screening of Spanish film Wrinkles at 7 p.m. Friday, February 17 in Forum I located in the Wright Administration Building. This screening is part of the Spanish Film Club series of Spanish-language films. Read More
Friday, February 17 – Sunday, February 19
Sixth-annual Startup Weekend Evansville to bring together people, ideas, resources
Anyone with an idea they’d like to develop into reality, and anyone looking to connect with people to work on a common mission of entrepreneurship is encouraged to take part in Startup Weekend Evansville 6.0, which will be held Friday through Sunday, February 17-19, in the University of Southern Indiana’s Business and Engineering Center. Startup Weekend is a 54-hour event where developers, designers, marketers, product managers and startup enthusiasts come together to share ideas, form teams, build products and launch startups. Tickets for the event are $30 through February 5 and $45 from February 5-17. Educator and student discounts also are available. Members of the public who just want to watch final pitches, judging and awards can register for Sunday Demo Day tickets for $25, which includes a catered dinner. The keynote speakers for Startup Weekend Evansville 6.0 are Mayor Lloyd Winnecke and Andy Niemeier, director of human resources and finance for Azzip Pizza. Read More
Physical Activities Center Renovation Groundbreaking Ceremony Postponed
The groundbreaking ceremony for USI’s Physical Activities Center renovations scheduled for Friday, February 24 has been postponed until later this spring. A new date will be announced in the near future.