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Otters fall in road trip finale
SAUGET, IL – The Evansville Otters (6-15) fell in a rubber match to the Gateway Grizzlies (14-7) 16-2 on Sunday at Grizzlies Ballpark. The Otters had leads on two separate occasions but could not hold on.
The game opened with a bright spot in the top of the first inning. With two outs, David Mendham hit his first home run of the season to get the Otters on the board.
In the bottom of the inning, Gateway matched scores with a home run of their own to tie the game.
In the fourth inning, runners were on second and third when Randy Bednar hit a sacrifice fly to plate Mike Peabody. The Otters took their final lead of the afternoon with the 2-1 score.
From then, the Grizzlies put up crooked numbers in the next three innings. They launched four home runs during the stretch, including two three-run bombs and a grand slam.
Zach Smith (0-4) was solid through the first three innings as the starter. The Grizzlies got to him in the fourth frame and chased him quickly in the fifth. The righty surrendered seven runs.
While the next two arms out of the bullpen for the Otters also yielded multiple runs, Tristan Harvin and Leoni De La Cruz combined for three scoreless innings to close the game.
The Otters will head home with an off day tomorrow. The Lake Erie Crushers come to town to kickoff a six-game home stand. Tuesday is a Fifth Third Bank Family Tuesday, with all GA tickets available for just $2. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 PM CT. Coverage is available on the Otters Digital Network and FloBaseball.
BASEBALL ACES TO FACE #16 EAST CAROLINA MONDAY IN ‘IF NECESSARY’ REGIONAL FINAL
GREENVILLE, N.C. – The #16 national seed and host East Carolina baseball team scored in all but one inning on Sunday night, as the Pirates exploded for a 19-6 victory over the University of Evansville Purple Aces to force the “if necessary” Regional Final in the Greenville (N.C.) Regional Tournament at Clark-LeClair Stadium in Greenville, North Carolina.
“I know that tonight’s game didn’t go how we wanted it to go, but if you would have told us on Wednesday that we would be playing for a regional title on Monday night, we would have taken it,” said UE head coach Wes Carroll. “Tomorrow is a different day, and I know that our team will bounce back and show the same fight and determination that they have all season long when faced with adversity.”
The teams traded three home runs through the first four innings of play on Sunday night, except for the fact that ECU’s home runs came with men on base, while UE’s were just solo shots, as the Pirates jumped to an early 7-3 lead through four innings.
Graduate outfielder Mark Shallenberger answered a two-run ECU home run in the first inning with a solo shot of his own to right field for his 16th home run of the year. Then, after UE answered another two-run home run in the second inning with an RBI single by junior second baseman Cal McGinnis, senior designated hitter Kip Fougerousse answered a third ECU home run in the third inning with a solo home run to right field for his team-leading 20th home run of the year. Fougerousse is now one home run shy of Eric Roberts’ single-season home run record, set last year, and he has homered in seven of the last eight games overall.
After ECU added its seventh run of the game in the fourth inning, junior outfielder Harrison Taubert belted a solo home run to left field to cut the ECU lead to 7-4. The Pirates added two runs in the sixth and a single run in the seventh to grab a 10-4 lead, before UE staged one last rally attempt in the seventh inning.
The Purple Aces loaded the bases on a single by senior shortstop Simon Scherry and back-to-back hit-by-pitches, including Shallenberger’s school-record 26th hit-by-pitch of the season. Scherry would score on a ground ball by graduate first baseman Chase Hug, and McGinnis would deliver a sacrifice fly later in the frame, but UE could get no closer than 10-6 in the inning. ECU would explode in the final two innings to provide the final margin of victory.
Graduate third baseman Brent Widder went 2-for-3 with two doubles, as the only Purple Ace with a multi-hit game. Shallenberger, Fougerousse and Taubert all launched home runs for UE.
Evansville (37-24) and East Carolina (46-16) will now meet once again on Monday afternoon at 12 noon eastern/11 a.m. central time in the ‘if necessary’ Regional Final. The winner of Monday’s contest will advance on to face top-seeded Tennessee in the Super Regional Round next weekend. Monday’s game can be heard live in the Tri-State area on 107.1 FM-WJPS and seen live on ESPN+.
GREENVILLE, N.C. – The #16 national seed and host East Carolina baseball team scored in all but one inning on Sunday night, as the Pirates exploded for a 19-6 victory over the University of Evansville Purple Aces to force the “if necessary” Regional Final in the Greenville (N.C.) Regional Tournament at Clark-LeClair Stadium in Greenville, North Carolina.
“I know that tonight’s game didn’t go how we wanted it to go, but if you would have told us on Wednesday that we would be playing for a regional title on Monday night, we would have taken it,” said UE head coach Wes Carroll. “Tomorrow is a different day, and I know that our team will bounce back and show the same fight and determination that they have all season long when faced with adversity.”
The teams traded three home runs through the first four innings of play on Sunday night, except for the fact that ECU’s home runs came with men on base, while UE’s were just solo shots, as the Pirates jumped to an early 7-3 lead through four innings.
Graduate outfielder Mark Shallenberger answered a two-run ECU home run in the first inning with a solo shot of his own to right field for his 16th home run of the year. Then, after UE answered another two-run home run in the second inning with an RBI single by junior second baseman Cal McGinnis, senior designated hitter Kip Fougerousse answered a third ECU home run in the third inning with a solo home run to right field for his team-leading 20th home run of the year. Fougerousse is now one home run shy of Eric Roberts’ single-season home run record, set last year, and he has homered in seven of the last eight games overall.
After ECU added its seventh run of the game in the fourth inning, junior outfielder Harrison Taubert belted a solo home run to left field to cut the ECU lead to 7-4. The Pirates added two runs in the sixth and a single run in the seventh to grab a 10-4 lead, before UE staged one last rally attempt in the seventh inning.
The Purple Aces loaded the bases on a single by senior shortstop Simon Scherry and back-to-back hit-by-pitches, including Shallenberger’s school-record 26th hit-by-pitch of the season. Scherry would score on a ground ball by graduate first baseman Chase Hug, and McGinnis would deliver a sacrifice fly later in the frame, but UE could get no closer than 10-6 in the inning. ECU would explode in the final two innings to provide the final margin of victory.
Graduate third baseman Brent Widder went 2-for-3 with two doubles, as the only Purple Ace with a multi-hit game. Shallenberger, Fougerousse and Taubert all launched home runs for UE.
Evansville (37-24) and East Carolina (46-16) will now meet once again on Monday afternoon at 12 noon eastern/11 a.m. central time in the ‘if necessary’ Regional Final. The winner of Monday’s contest will advance on to face top-seeded Tennessee in the Super Regional Round next weekend. Monday’s game can be heard live in the Tri-State area on 107.1 FM-WJPS and seen live on ESPN+.
DESTINY WELLS RESPONDS TO TODD ROKITA: UPHOLDING RULE OF LAW AND EMBRACING COMMUNITY AUTONOMY
DESTINY WELLS RESPONDS TO TODD ROKITA: UPHOLDING THE RULE OF LAW AND EMBRACING COMMUNITY AUTONOMY
JUNE 3. 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today Destiny Wells, Democratic candidate for Indiana Attorney General, responded to Attorney General Todd Rokita’s recent press release threatening legal action against Indiana cities and counties that maintain policies he deems “sanctuary” for immigrants. Wells, currently in our nation’s capital engaging in discussions on immigration as a national security imperative, reaffirmed her commitment to uphold the rule of law while respecting the autonomy of local communities:
“Attorney General Rokita’s approach to immigration and sanctuary cities is both divisive and detrimental to the unity and safety of our communities,” Wells stated. “As Attorney General, I will not attack localities for making decisions best suited for their unique circumstances. Immigration policy is fundamentally a federal issue, and I will provide the latitude for federal authorities to address these matters appropriately. If the federal government asks for our assistance, we will assist within our duties. However, we will not go looking to use our statutory authorities to meddle in local affairs.”
Wells is attending a panel discussion titled “Immigration as a National Security Imperative: Enhancing National Security through Economic Growth, Strategic Competition, Human Rights, and Foreign Policy.” Wells emphasized the importance of viewing immigration policy through a broader, more comprehensive lens that includes economic and strategic considerations:
“The discussions I am part of today in DC underscore the potential for immigration policy to enhance our national security. By investing in economic growth, strategic competition, human rights, and foreign policy, we can create a more secure and prosperous nation,” Wells said. “This is a complex issue requiring thoughtful, multi-faceted solutions rather than fear-mongering and punitive measures against our own communities.”
Wells reiterated her commitment to upholding the rule of law while also ensuring that Indiana’s local governments can operate in ways that reflect their values and needs. “We must find a balance that respects the rule of law, supports our federal partners, and honors the autonomy of our local communities,” she said. “Hoosier taxpayers deserve policies that are both just and effective, not political grandstanding that jeopardizes our unity and safety.”
As Attorney General, Wells pledges to work collaboratively with local, state, and federal authorities to develop fair and effective immigration policies that protect the rights and security of all Indiana residents. “We welcome immigrants who contribute to our communities and share our values,” Wells concluded. “By working together, we can build a stronger, more inclusive Indiana.”
Assistance for struggling military members and vets
Assistance for struggling military members and vets |
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Indiana is dedicated to helping the men and women who served or are currently serving in the military. With assistance for housing, legal and other services, there are several organizations here to help.
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Military Assistance Project:
The Military Assistance Project provides struggling Hoosier veterans, military members and their families with free legal services. This program specializes in civil cases such as wills, guardianship, document preparation and more. Military Family Relief Fund: Indiana’s Military Family Relief Fund can help Hoosier veterans and their families with expenses related to housing, utilities, food, and medical and transportation costs. Eligibility requirements and the application can be found here.
County Veterans Service Offices:County Veterans Service Offices work in partnership with the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and various veteran service organizations to connect veterans, military members and their families to benefits and assistance. To find an office near you, click here. |
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988 and the Veterans Crisis Line:For 24/7, confidential crisis support, veterans or their loved ones can dial 988 then press one or send a text to 838255 for the Veterans Crisis Line. Callers do not have to be enrolled in veteran benefits or health care to connect. Hoosiers can also visit veteranscrisisline.net and join a chat with a VA responder. Please share these helpful resources with service members and veterans you know, so that we can increase awareness and provide help and hope to those who may be struggling. If you’re a current or former member of the military and need help navigating state resources, please contact me at h76@iga.in.gov or 317-232-9600.
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Llama Llama at the Library | June 5
We are excited to kick off our Children’s Summer Reading Program with a very special event next Wednesday!
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Time: 2PM
Location: Willard Park
Join us for an afternoon filled with fun activities, including llama cuddles and a llama-themed storytime! Our special guest will make this an unforgettable experience for your little ones.
Don’t miss out on the fun! Click the link below to register for our Children’s Summer Reading Program and secure your spot for this delightful event >> https://www.willardlib.org/adventure-begins-at-your-library
Studying Artificial Intelligence
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Studying Artificial Intelligence
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| Artificial Intelligence (AI) has changed many aspects of our day-to-day lives, and it is important we study how it can be used to benefit Hoosiers.
That’s why I supported a new law creating the Artificial Intelligence Task Force, which will assess the uses of AI technology by state agencies. Earlier this month, the Legislative Council approved study topics for the task force, which include:
The Artificial Intelligence Task Force will begin meeting in the months ahead to make recommendations to the General Assembly on AI-related legislation to benefit Hoosiers. |