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Aces FanFest set for November 19

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Event to be held prior to Morehead State game 

An annual event that has taken place every year since the opening of the Ford Center in 2011 will be held once again as the 6th annual FanFest will take place on Saturday, November 19.

Beginning at 10 a.m., FanFest will be go until the men’s basketball game against Morehead State begins at 12 p.m.  It will be held at Freedom Plaza, which is directly in front of the Ford Center main entrance.

Several great activities will be on hand for Purple Aces fans of all ages.  The fun includes bounce houses, cornhole, a photo booth, rally towels, live music and much more.

Food vendors and a beer garden will also be on hand for the attendees at FanFest.  Admission to the festivities is free.  Russ Grieger will be on hand signing copies of his new book – “The Perfect Season: A Memoir of the 1964-1965 Evansville College Purple Aces”.

 

School Bus Struck while Unloading Students

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On Thursday, November 03, 2016 at approximately 3:00pm the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a crash involving a school bus on Old State Road south of Knollview Drive.

A red Pontiac Grand Prix had been traveling south on Old State Road when the driver exited a curve and noticed a school bus stopped in the opposing lane of travel. The driver veered into the front of the school bus to avoid striking children who were crossing the roadway.

The school bus was occupied by approximately 35 students at the time of the collision.  No one reported any injuries at the scene. The passenger car sustained significant front end damage and had to be towed.

The crash remains under investigation.

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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http://www.vanderburghsheriff.com/jail-recent-booking-records.aspx

2016 CCO AWARD WINNERS LUNCHEON VIDEO

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“READERS FORUM” NOVEMBER 3, 2016

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WHATS ON YOUR MIND TODAY?

Todays “READERS POLL” question is: How are you going to vote in this election?

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CHANNEL 44 NEWS: Election 6 Days Out and Lines Already Forming

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Election 6 Days Out and Lines Already Forming

NOVEMBER 2ND, 2016

LAUREN LESLIE EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

 Six days until the nation goes to the polls but some are getting a head start. Early voting is underway across the tri-state where election officials have seen high attendance numbers. Many voters are trying to beat election day lines only to find themselves in early voter lines.

Nationally, more than 26 million voters have already cast ballots in the presidential race. Local election offices saying they too are seeing great early voter turn-out.

Local Law Enforcement, UE “Ticketing” Well-Behaved Kids

NOVEMBER 2ND, 2016

MATT PEAK EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

 A new program launched at the University of Evansville will reward children in the community for good behavior.

The program is called “You’ve Been Ticketed.”

Police officers and sheriff’s deputies will be giving out “tickets” to local youth as a reward for displaying a positive attitude, and making good choices.

Those tickets will be good for a youth and adult ticket to a UE athletic event, and a single scoop of ice cream from GD Ritzy’s.

The program aims to strengthen the relationship between police and the community.

The program is expected to begin within the next two weeks.

ST. MARY’S HEALTH OFFER TWO INSURANCE ENROLLMENT EVENTS

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St. Mary’s Health is offering application assistance appointments for health insurance plans. Representatives from St. Mary’s Health Access Advocates and local insurance companies will be available to assist the uninsured. They will offer education and help navigating the application process on ACA plans, Hoosier Healthwise, HIP 2.0, Medicaid and Medicare. There is no charge for these services.

Low-income, non-disabled adults ages 19 to 64 with incomes of up to $16,297 annually or $33,307 for a family of four are generally eligible to participate in the Healthy Indiana Plan.

Those interested are encouraged to schedule an appointment for a guaranteed spot by calling 812.485.5864. Walk-ins are welcome.

St. Mary’s Medical Arts Building

Suite 122

3700 Bellemeade Avenue, Evansville, IN

Thursday, November 3, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.

St. Mary’s Warrick Hospital

Phillips Room

1116 W. Millis Avenue, Boonville, IN

Thursday, December 8, 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Indiana Conservation Officer Receives Master Instructor Certification

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Indiana Conservation Officer Receives Master Instructor Certification

Indiana Conservation Officer Sergeant Cora Showalter became the first female officer in history to achieve Master Instructor certification for the DNR Law Enforcement Division.  She became one of two active female master instructors for the state of Indiana.  Showalter received her award from Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Director Rusty Goodpaster at the Annual Trainers Conference in Plainfield.

Master Instructor Certification is the highest rating a Law Enforcement Instructor can achieve at the state level.  To obtain this status, Sergeant Showalter first appeared before the Law Enforcement Training Board to petition to become a nominee. Once accepted, she was assigned a mentor to facilitate and evaluate her progress.  Sergeant Showalter completed many hours instructing basic police training, in-service and instructor development courses.

Sgt. Showalter currently serves as a Training Sergeant for the Indiana DNR Law Enforcement Division.

Showalter began her career in 2003 as a field officer assigned to Hendicks Co.,before transferring to Orange Co. from 2006 to 2012.  Showalter was promoted to Training Sergeant in 2011.

“Sergeant Showalter’s accomplishment is the result of hard work and determination”, said Danny L. East, DNR Law Enforcement Director.  “Her leadership and representation of our agency on this grand stage of police training is to be applauded.”

 

Indiana’s Goss Earns Weekly Big Ten Honor

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Indiana’s Goss Earns Weekly Big Ten Honor

CHICAGO – Indiana University women’s swimmer Kennedy Goss was named Big Ten Co-Swimmer of the Week on Wednesday, the league office announced.

The honor is the first this season and the first in her career for Goss. The junior is the third Hoosier to earn Big Ten honors this year, as Lilly King and Blake Pieroni were named Swimmers of the Week on Oct. 27.

The junior won two events last week in helping the No. 12-ranked Hoosiers beat both Kentucky and Tennessee in a tri-meet. The bronze medalist in the 4×200 freestyle relay for Canada at the Rio Summer Olympics touched first in both the 200 free (1:48.63) and 500 free (4:50.59).

The Toronto, Ontario native also finished second in the 200 backstroke with a time of 1:57.63 and fourth in the 400 freestyle relay (3:28.15).

The Indiana men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams will be back in action on Saturday, Nov. 5 when the teams host Michigan State for a dual meet at the Counsilman-Billingsley Aquatic Center. The meet is scheduled to start at 1:00 p.m. ET.

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

 

Swonder’s 7th Annual “Skate with Santa” to Benefit Holly’s House

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Swonder’s 7th Annual “Skate with Santa” to Benefit Holly’s House

Swonder Ice Area will host their 7th Annual “Skate with Santa” on Sunday, December 11th, 2016, from 12 Noon – 3:00 p.m. This year, a portion of the “Skate with Santa” proceeds will be donated to Holly’s House, a local non-residential child and adult advocacy center. “Skate with Santa” will be a public family friendly event, and for a small fee,  skating, professional photographs with Santa, cookies, hot cocoa, coffee, and other refreshments will be available.  There will also be a silent auction.

Holly’s House is a safe and welcoming place where children who have experienced intimate crime and adult victims of domestic or sexual violence can report the crime. Holly’s House serves nine Southwest Indiana Counties, and provides a child abuse prevention education program, “Think First and Stay Safe,” to elementary students in five of the counties served. Last year, Holly’s House assisted 400 victims of intimate crime and sexual assault or domestic violence, and presented the “Think First and Stay Safe” program to over 5,000 children, all at no cost.

Mark your calendars and plan to join us as we support Holly’s House in being a leader in preventing intimate crime, supporting victims and their families, and bringing awareness to the community. There is no charge to attend the event or bid on auction items. Individuals wanting

to skate with Santa pay just $7.00 per child and $9.00 per adult, both prices include skate rental (children 3 and under are free). Photos with Santa are $10.00 (cash only) and include a free 5×7 print. Additional photo packages will be offered. A hot chocolate bar as well as a variety of holiday treats will be available for purchase(prices may vary).

Sunday, December 11, 2016
12 Noon – 3:00 p.m.
Swonder Ice Arena
209 North Boeke Road
Evansville, IN 47711

Swonder Ice Area, as part of the Evansville Parks and Recreation Department, creates quality of life opportunities by providing safe environments and affordable programs to enhance fun, fitness, and education for residents of all ages in our community. The Department of Parks & Recreation coordinates and oversees the operation of 65 parks and 21 recreational facilities encompassing more than 2,500 acres of land in the City of Evansville and Vanderburgh County, Indiana.  

Holly’s House is a non-residential victims’ advocacy center providing services for victims of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault in southwest Indiana. The mission of the organization is to empower victims of intimate crime and abuse by providing support, promoting justice and preventing violence. For more information, please visit www.hollyshouse.org.

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