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New Hires at Ivy Tech Community College

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New Hires at Ivy Tech Community College

Tennille Baxton-Vaughn has accepted the position of director of student life at Ivy Tech Community College. She holds a master’s degree in Student Affairs/Higher Education from ISU, a bachelor’s degree from USI and an associate’s degree in Business Administration from Ivy Tech. She previously worked for Ivy Tech as a grad assistant and most recently as part-time in the Student Life Office.

Sarah Cason has accepted the position of manager of apprenticeship programs for Ivy Tech Community College. She previously worked as the apprenticeship office coordinator.

Logan Martin has accepted the position of assistant director of safety and security for Ivy Tech Community College. He previously worked for Allied Universal. 

Tom Dickison has accepted the position of IT systems administrator at Ivy Tech Community College for both Evansville and Terre Haute campuses. He has been with the college since 2004 providing IT support.

Link To Food Inspection Reports For Vanderburgh County

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Food Inspection Reports 12-8-16

Vectren Issues Safety Reminders For The Winter Heating Season

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As cold air pushes its way into southwestern Indiana, Vectren Energy Delivery (Vectren) wants to remind customers to be aware of heating safety throughout the winter months. Having a furnace tune-up by a professional; knowing how to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and detect a gas leak; and being aware of the safety precautions associated with the use of space heaters are simple ways to keep your household safe throughout the year. 

“As temperatures continue to drop and the need for heating your home increases through the winter season, it’s important to keep safety in mind,” said Brad Ellsworth, president of Vectren Energy Delivery- South. “Safety begins with simple, key steps such as ensuring your furnace, space heaters and fireplaces are properly ventilated and the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are in good working condition.” 

Customers should consider safety precautions associated with home heating, the use of natural gas and the use of electric space heaters. Furthermore, don’t forget to change the batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the home on an annual basis.

Space Heater Safety

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) supplemental heating equipment, such as electrical and kerosene heaters, is the leading cause of home fires during the months of December, January and February. To help prevent fires and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning from the use of space heaters, adhere to the following tips as recommended by the NFPA.

  • Install and use appliances according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Consider using space heaters with automatic shut-off capabilities.
  • Never use unvented gas or kerosene heaters in closed spaces, especially sleeping areas.
  • Don’t use gas appliances such as an oven, range or clothes dryer to heat the home.
  • Leave a window cracked about an inch for ventilation and fresh air. Ventilation is important to keep fuel-burning space heaters from consuming too much oxygen in the house.
  • Do not leave a space heater on when you are not in the room or when you go to sleep and keep small children away from the unit at all times.
  • Electric space heaters should be checked for signs of fraying or splitting wires or overheating. Likewise, electric space heaters frequently cause fires by overloading electrical outlets.
  • Keep space heaters away from combustible materials/products.
  • When selecting a space heater, look for one that has been tested and certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory. These heaters have been determined to meet specific safety standards, and manufacturers are required to provide important use and care information to the consumer.

Carbon Monoxide Safety

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas produced by the incomplete burning of different fuels including gasoline, kerosene, wood, coal, propane, natural gas and fuel oil. High concentrations of CO can cause illness and excessive levels can be fatal. If you suspect CO in your home, get fresh air immediately and call 911. To prevent CO in your home:

 

  • Make sure all appliances are properly installed and maintained and have a heating professional clean and check your heating and venting system every year.
  • Check vents, flue pipes and chimneys for corrosion or blockage.
  • Never run a vehicle or fuel-burning equipment in an enclosed place.
  • Install at least one CO detector near sleeping areas to add an extra measure of safety.

If you smell natural gas

Natural gas contains an odorant called mercaptan that smells like rotten eggs or sulfur. In the event a gas leak is suspected inside of a home or business, residents are reminded of the following:

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Leave the home or business of the gas leak immediately and distance yourself from the building once outside, as well as areas where the odor of gas is noticeable. 

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Do not use the phone, cell phone, or text anyone while in the building or who may be in the building. If you notice the leak while talking on the phone, do not hang up.

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Do not turn any lights, appliances or any electrical sources on or off.

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Do not light matches.

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Do not open or close windows.

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Do not start a vehicle if it’s parked in a garage that’s attached to the home/business of the suspected leak nor utilize an automatic garage door opener upon exiting.

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]The activities listed above could trigger an ignition if gas has significantly accumulated.

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Call Vectren at 1-800-227-1376 from somewhere other than the location of the gas leak.

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Remain in a safe area until emergency personnel arrive and do not re-enter the premises.

 

Please note: There is no charge to the customer for calling Vectren to inspect a potential gas leak. Vectren will respond 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

 

In the event a gas line has been struck or odor detected outside of a home or business, residents are reminded of the following:

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Leave the area of the gas leak immediately and distance yourself from source of the odor/struck line, as well as areas where the odor of gas is noticeable.  

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Do not attempt to re-start or move powered equipment. 

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Call Vectren at 1-800-227-1376 from somewhere other than the location of the gas leak. The party responsible for the damage to the gas line should also call 911 and report the incident to police and/or fire officials and the state’s 811 center.

[if !supportLists]·         [endif]Remain in a safe area until emergency personnel arrive and do not enter the home/business or neighboring premises.

 

About Vectren

Vectren Corporation (NYSE: VVC) is an energy holding company headquartered in Evansville, Ind. Vectren’s energy delivery subsidiaries provide gas and/or electricity to more than 1 million customers in adjoining service territories that cover nearly two-thirds of Indiana and about 20 percent of Ohio, primarily in the west-central area. Vectren’s nonutility subsidiaries and affiliates currently offer energy-related products and services to customers throughout the U.S. These include infrastructure services and energy services. To learn more about Vectren, visit www.vectren.com.

 

 

 

Technology Firm Adding High-Wage Jobs in Boone County

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Zionsville – Clear Software, the market leader and sole provider of simplified business software, announced plans today to expand its operations in Boone County, creating up to 190 new high-wage jobs.

“Indiana’s tech sector is thriving, and today I am proud to celebrate another success story as Clear Software continues to grow its footprint,” said Governor Mike Pence. “Indiana ranks among the top five states for business and we offer companies low-taxes, fiscal predictability and a skilled Hoosier workforce so they can focus on what matters most – their employees and their business. With a strong tech community and a business climate that is designed for job creation, I am confident Clear Software is equipped with the tools needed for sustained growth right here in a state that works.”

Clear Software, which currently operates out of the zWORKS co-working space at 85 E Cedar St., plans to invest $700,000 to lease a larger office at 10 S Main St. in Zionsville. With relocation expected to begin at the end of December, the new office building will allow the company to accommodate its growing team and will provide space for pingpong tables, movie screens and other unique employee benefits.

Clear Software plans to immediately begin hiring sales, marketing, client services and software development candidates. Positions are expected to offer average salaries two times higher than the county’s average wage. Interested applicants may inquire by emailing info@clearsoftware.com.

“Indiana’s pro-business policies and geographically-centric location are strategic for our long-term growth,” said Jon Gilman, chief executive officer of Clear Software.  “Additionally, Indiana’s booming technology industry continues to provide a fantastic talent pool of highly-skilled employees and easy access to capital.”

Clear Software provides businesses with a cloud-based platform-as-a-service (PaaS) that makes business software easy to use, serving clients throughout the U.S., including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Seventy Seven Energy. Since its launch, the company has secured $2 million in venture capital funding and has utilized the state’s venture capital investment program to help attract investment. 

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation offered Clear Software up to $2,500,000 in conditional tax credits and up to $100,000 in training grants based on the company’s job creation plans. These incentives are performance-based, meaning until Hoosiers are hired, the company is not eligible to claim incentives. The town of Zionsville and the Boone County Economic Development Corporation support the project.

“The town of Zionsville is thrilled to see another innovative company grow out of zWORKS and build their business in Zionsville,” said Zionsville Mayor Tim Haak. “We know that more and more tech companies are setting up shop in Zionsville and expanding here. We are proud of Clear Software’s success and commitment to stay local.”

Clear Software’s growth plans continue a trend of technology companies choosing to expand and add new jobs in Indiana. Indianapolis added 5,423 tech jobs between 2013 and 2015, growing at a rate of 28 percent and ranking fifth in the nation for tech growth (CBRE).

Adopt A Pet

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 This is the face that says, “HEY! Come adopt me!” When not hollering at the camera, Penelope is a laid-back female brown tabby cat with impeccable manners. She’s about a year old. Her $30 adoption fee includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, and more. Contact the Vanderburgh Humane Society at (812) 426-2563 or adoptions@vhslifesaver.org for adoption details!

 

Holiday Ticket Special on Shen Yen-One Amazing Show 5,00 Years in the Making!

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The Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation 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, December 12, 2016, 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.

AG Zoeller Announces Multi-State Settlement With Pharmaceutical Company

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Creators Of The Drug “Ability” To Pay $19.5 Million penalty For Alleged Improper Marketing

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Attorney General Greg Zoeller announced today Indiana joined 41 other states and the District of Columbia in a multi-state, $19.5 million settlement with drug manufacturer Bristol-Myers Squibb Company due to the alleged improper marketing of Abilify, an atypical antipsychotic medication. The state of Indiana will receive $399,594, dedicated toward consumer protection and education.

In a complaint filed today in court along with a settlement agreement, the participating states allege that Bristol-Myers Squibb engaged in unfair or deceptive trade practices when it marketed Abilify, the brand name for the prescription drug aripiprazole. 

“It is imperative that pharmaceutical companies conduct their marketing operations with full transparency, not only informing consumers of the health benefits, but also the risks associated with their product,” Zoeller said. “I commend all who worked diligently in their efforts to ensure an outcome that represents a zero-tolerance attitude toward misleading and misguiding information.”

The states allege that Bristol-Myers Squibb promoted Abilify for use in elderly patients with symptoms consistent with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease despite the lack of FDA approval for these uses and without first establishing the drug’s safety and efficacy for those uses.

Additionally, the complaint alleges that Bristol-Myers Squibb promoted Abilify for uses in children not approved by the FDA, and also minimized and misrepresented risks by making false and misleading representations about Abilify. The complaint further alleges that Bristol-Myers Squibb overstated the findings of scientific studies by not revealing limitations that would materially affect the interpretation of the study results.

In the terms of the settlement, Bristol-Myers Squibb’s marketing of any formulation containing the active ingredient aripiprazole will be restricted. Bristol-Myers Squibb will be prohibited from making false or misleading claims about Abilify, about its safety or efficacy in comparison with other drugs, and about the implications of clinical studies relating to the drug. The pharmaceutical company will also be subject to limitations on financial incentives to sales representatives and health care providers, dissemination of information that may promote off-label use of Abilify, and other practices affecting off-label promotion.

Indiana was joined in the settlement by Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

Volleyball inks three for next season

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 Aces add to young team for 2017

 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Evansville head volleyball coach Manolo Concepcion has announced the addition of three student-athletes to the Purple Aces squad for the 2017 campaign.  His latest class includes three Indiana products – Lauren Murray, Cassie Brooks and Adeline Payne.

Adeline Payne comes to Evansville from Nineveh, Ind. where she is a right side hitter at Franklin Community High School.  She has been a part of three conference championship teams in her high school career along with one sectional championship.  In 2014, she helped her junior varsity team to an undefeated campaign.

“Her presence in our program will add versatility and athleticism to our roster. Addie can play all three attacking positions, and is someone with the right attitude to improve and focus on long term development,” Aces head coach Manolo Concepcion said.  “She will fit perfectly with our fast pace offensive system. She has unique raw potential that we look forward to work with.” 

A member of the National Honor Society, Payne was an AB honor roll player in all four seasons and accumulated four academic letters.  She has received a Medal of Excellence in Anatomy, French, Psychology and Economics.  Payne has excelled in her studies throughout her entire time in school, being named to the Honor Roll since middle school.  She plans on majoring in Pre-Med at Evansville.

Cassie Brooks and Lauren Murray are each natives of Indianapolis.  Brooks is a defensive specialist at Cathedral High School where she was named to the PrepVolleyball Defensive Dandies list.  A member of the AVCA Under Armour Watch List, she was one of just 19 in the nation to be named to PrepVolleyball’s Indispensable DS List. 

“She has the potential to become one of the best defensive players in the Conference. Coming from such a high level high school program, and playing around some of the best in-state players out there, has taking her to new heights,” Concepcion commented.  “We strongly feel that Cassie is capable of enhancing our ball control right away. Aside from her volleyball skills, she has an incredible winning attitude that would be immensely beneficial for our locker room & gym culture.”

On the court, Brooks helped her team win the 2015 and 2016 4-A State High School Championship.  Her 2015 squad was also the High School National Champion.  She was a 2015 All-City honoree for her efforts.  In the classroom, Brooks is an equally impressive performer.  An Academic All-State student-athlete, Brooks’ 2015 team won the AVCA High School Team Academic Award.  Her intended major at UE will be Business.

Lauren Murray makes her way to southwest Indiana from Tindley Accelerated School.  A 2-time 1-A Sectional Champion, Murray was an All-City Honorable Mention.  Murray is a versatile player who led her team in digs, aces and receptions in all four years of high school.  She was part of the 2013 AVCA Phenom List and served as a libero for Team Indiana Volleyball Club.  She looks forward to arriving on campus where she will major in Physical Therapy.

“An emotionally intelligent person on and off the court who represents the type of high academic student athlete that all coaches aspire to have in a team environment,” Concepcion explained.  “Her speed and first contact ability will provide depth to our back row play. It will be great to see Lauren transfer her commitment and dedication from the classroom to the gym, in order to become a student of the game.”

With other signees expected during the regular signing period in early 2017, the Aces are looking at an incoming class of 5-7 student-athletes.

 

CHANNEL 44 BREAKING NEWS: Charges Will Not Be Filed Against 4 EPD Officers In Excessive Force Case

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DECEMBER 8TH, 2016

CHELSEA KOERBLER EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

 The prosecutor’s office will not file any charges against the four EPD officers accused of using excessive force during an arrest in October.

The officers, Mark Decamps, Marcus Craig, Nick Henderson, and Sergeant Kyle Kassel were suspended after allegedly using force while arresting Mark Healy. They filed documents saying Healy fought with them during his arrest, but the body camera footage shows that was not the case.

Police Chief Billy Bolin recommended that Craig, Decamps, and Henderson be fired and Sergeant Kassel be demoted.

Vanderburgh County Prosecutor Nick Hermann says his office will dismiss the charge of resisting arrest against Healy.

Charges will not be filed against any of the officers involved in this case. The Police Merit Commission will determine if the officers will be terminated and demoted.

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