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Softball ready for home opener on Wednesday

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Aces to face EIU in doubleheader

With ten wins already under their belt, the University of Evansville softball team will open up its home slate on Wednesday, playing host to Eastern Illinois in a doubleheader set to begin at 3 p.m. at Cooper Stadium.

Through three weekends of action, the Purple Aces have already matched their win total from all of 2015. The team has gotten it done on both sides of the ball with Michal Luckett, Danielle Freeman and Chandra Parr leading the offense. Luckett is the 6th-ranked hitter in the Missouri Valley Conference, batting .449 through the first three weekends. She has notched a team-best 22 hits and is tied for the team lead with 12 runs scored. Just as impressive, Luckett is a perfect 7-7in steals.

Freeman has also had a solid start, batting .350 so far while posting 11 RBIs. She has drawn five walks while getting on base 43.8% of the time. Parr begins the home slate with 12 RBIs, tops on the squad. She is batting .327 with an MVC-best seven doubles.

Morgan Florey and Amanda Blankenship have taken care of business in the circle thus far. The duo has combined to pitch 80 1/3 out of the Aces’ 100 innings of work. Florey, who was named the MVC Pitcher and Newcomer of the Week in February, is a perfect 5-0 with two saves. In her 38 1/3 innings of work, Florey has accumulated a 2.11 ERA. She ranks third in the MVC with 63 strikeouts and has walked just eight batters.

Blankenship leads the conference with 15 appearances and 14 starts in 2016. She has a pair of victories while working 42 innings.

Eastern Illinois enters Wednesday’s doubleheader with a record of 4-15. Since starting the season at 3-1, EIU has gone 1-14 in its last 15 outings. Reigning Ohio Valley Conference Player of the Week Kylie Bennett paces the Panther offense. In the SIU Coach B Classic, she hit .455 with three home runs and six RBIs.

COA: Anonymous tipster’s information enough for conviction

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Scot Roberts for www.theindianalawyer.com

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed a man’s conviction of unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon after it found an anonymous tipster’s information constituted reasonable suspicion.

An anonymous tipster called and said he saw someone inside a silver or gray vehicle waving a firearm at a local apartment complex. An officer came to the apartment complex and spotted a gray vehicle in the parking lot. After turning on his lights and pulling up beside it, he questioned the driver and as he did, he noticed a firearm on the floor of the car.

A second officer arrived, and Tyrone Grayson gave the officers permission to search his car, where they found the firearm. When they found Grayson had prior felony convictions, they arrested him, and he was charged with unlawful possession.

At his trial, Grayson raised a motion to suppress but it was denied because the court said the officer had reason to believe criminal activity occurred. Grayson also argued he shouldn’t have been arrested because the information was based only on an anonymous tip, making the stop unreasonable. His objection was overruled.

Grayson appealed his conviction and said the search of his car and stop should not have been performed because of the anonymous tip. An anonymous tip is not enough itself to give reason for a stop, but when combined with other evidence can be enough, the COA said, and in this case it was.

The fact that a man was waving around a firearm early in the morning does constitute an immediate danger, the COA said. When the first officer got to the scene, Grayson’s was the only silver car in sight. When just asking simple questions to the driver, the officer noticed the firearm in the car; he did not conduct a search and seizure, and did not search the car until he got permission from the driver.

The COA cited Sellmer v. State, 842 N.E.2d 358, 361 (Ind. 2006) when making its ruling, saying this case was very similar. In both cases, the suspect lied when asked about the crime, even though officers could see evidence in plain sight.
All of this meant the officer conducted a proper stop, and Grayson’s conviction was upheld.

The case is Tyrone Grayson v. State of Indiana, 49A05-1505-CR-350.

 “Visions of How to Keep Vanderburgh County Safe” Scholarship Essay Contest For High School Seniors

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Topic: Ways law enforcement, city leaders and the community can better protect the streets of Evansville.

Students must come up with an original idea of how to deter crime in the local area. For example, a topic may include how to decrease drugs, domestic violence, thefts or gang activity.

Once an idea is presented, the student must explain why his or her idea will work and the importance of addressing that safety issue in the community.

Scholarship funds:

$1,000 top essay winner

$300 second place

$200 third place

Each scholarship is a one-year grant paid directly to the recipient.

Rules: Essay must be no less than 1,000 words.

Must be a high school senior in Vanderburgh County (resident as well).

Must plan to attend a four-year or two-year degree program following high school graduation (must be accepted into that program by the time you apply for the scholarship).

Application needs to be typed (no handwritten entries will be accepted).

Please attach the application to your essay.

Judging: Judging will be made by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office on the originality of the idea and how well it is presented in written form.

Deadline: Essay should be turned into the prosecutor’s office by April 1, 2016. Winners will be contacted via telephone the week of April 7, 2016.

Please mail or email your essay with the application to:

Whitney Riggs

1 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Room 108 Administration Bldg.

Evansville, IN 47708

Email: wriggs@vanderburghgov.org

Call 812-435-5688 for more information or if you have questions.

Application:

Name:

Address:

Phone number:

High school:

Name of school you plan to attend:

Possible major/studies:

Stern Awarded GLVC Weekly Honor

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University of Southern Indiana senior Joel Stern<http://gousieagles.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=2442> (Mjoelby, Sweden) was named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Men’s Tennis Player of the Week. It is the first GLVC weekly award for Stern and is the first weekly award for the Screaming Eagles since Jack Joyce<http://gousieagles.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=2437> won on April 7, 2015.

Stern went a combined 5-1 to lead the 33rd ranked Eagles to an 8-1 win over Carson-Newman University in their first of three road matches this past weekend. USI then defeated King University, 5-4, and Limestone College, 6-3, on Saturday and Sunday.

In doubles play, Stern partnered with a different teammate all three matches, but the senior came away with two wins with dominating 8-3 scores. Stern was a force in singles play the entire weekend winning three singles matches by a combined score of 37-15.

The Eagles continue in the middle of their ten-match road swing against Francis Marion University tomorrow afternoon in Florence South Carolina beginning at 1 o’clock.

Aces Tennis Edges Hillsborough, 4-3

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Evansville Moves To 2-0 On Florida Trip

TAMPA, Fla. – In another close match, the Purple Aces women’s tennis team was able to earn another victory, defeating Hillsborough Community College, 4-3, on Tuesday.

“We struggled through some injuries and adversity this morning, but our team was able to overcome it and take down a very solid HCC squad,” University of Evansville head coach Jayson Wiseman said.  “Kennedy Craig was outstanding in both singles and doubles and Doreen Crasta was able to go 2-for-2 in both.  Andjela showed a ton of heart and determination to come from 4-1 down to close out the second set by winning five straight games and clinching the match for us.”

Craig and Katie Delgado teamed up at #2 doubles and shut out HCC, 6-0.  Marine Darzyan and Crasta played at top doubles, defeating Evana St. Clair and Jamie Young, 6-0.  Marina Moreno and Angjela Brguljan’s match in the third flight went unfinished as UE clinched the point.

Over the six singles duels, the squads split as the Aces grabbed the 4-3 win.  Brguljan handled Marian Ivanov at #3 singles, 6-3, 6-4.  In the fourth flight, Crasta made it a perfect day with a win over Jessica Hignight, 6-3, 6-4.

Craig day with a stellar effort in the #5 spot, defeating St. Clair, 6-0, 6-0.  Hillsborough picked up wins in flights 1, 2 and 6 to earn their three points.

 

State of Indiana Seeking Nominations for Mr. and Miss Math and Science Awards

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Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence today announced the State of Indiana is accepting nominations for the 2016 Mr. and Miss Math and Mr. and Miss Science awards. These honors recognize up to four outstanding high school seniors for their exemplary performance in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Winning students receive $1,000 college scholarships through Indiana’s CollegeChoice 529 Direct Savings Plan.

“Once again, we are pleased to recognize Hoosier students excelling in science, technology, engineering, and math with college scholarships through our annual Mr. and Miss Math and Science awards,” said Governor Pence. “Indiana’s tremendous growth in the STEM field underscores the importance of fostering home-grown talent in the field and scholarship programs such as this serve to further that end.”

Indiana’s Mr. and Miss Math and Science awards honor the top high school seniors in STEM classes, as well as extracurricular activities, work/research projects, leadership roles, and community service. The nominations will be reviewed by a panel of STEM experts, including teachers, college and university instructors, and staff from the Indiana Department of Education and the Indiana Education Roundtable.

Governor Pence will announce Indiana’s Mr. and Miss Math and Mr. and Miss Science in May. Nominations for the awards can be submitted athttps://secure.in.gov/apps/mathscienceawards/. The deadline for nominations is 11:59 p.m. EST on April 10, 2016.

Governor Mitch Daniels created the Indiana Mr. and Miss Math and Science awards in 2008. Evansville’s Adam Lonnberg and Indianapolis’ Margaret Christy were named 2015 Mr. and Miss Math, and Carmel’s Adit Chandra and Helena Ma were named 2015 Mr. and Miss Science.

 

AG Zoeller: Unwanted calls, auto sales top list of 2015 consumer complaints 

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March 6-12 is National Consumer Protection Week

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller today released a list of the top 10 consumer complaints received by the Consumer Protection Division in 2015, with unwanted calls once again topping the list followed by auto sales and home repair.

This week, March 6-12, is National Consumer Protection Week, aimed at educating the public about fraud, scams and strategies to avoid becoming a victim.

Zoeller said most of these complaint areas are repeat offenders, while others, like identity theft, have risen dramatically over the years.

“Certain industries, like auto and home repair, are notoriously rife with scammers, and my office works to educate Hoosiers about these common problems and provide them with the tools they need to avoid fraud,” Zoeller said. “Other complaint areas have grown as technology advances. More than 500 data breaches were reported to my office last year, exposing Hoosiers’ information and putting them at risk for identity theft and other cybercrimes. Criminals are using more sophisticated tactics to deceive and defraud, and consumers must do more to stay a step ahead.”

Here are the top 10 consumer complaints filed with the Indiana Attorney General’s Office in 2015 and tips on how to avoid them:

1. Unwanted calls/phone scams
The Attorney General’s Office receives more complaints about unwanted calls than any other category. Callers offer a variety of services, and these calls are often scams. One of the most common unwanted call complaints is about the IRS impersonation scam. In the IRS impersonation scam, callers claim to be with the IRS and demand immediate payment of past-due taxes. Do not respond or make payments to any incoming caller. Always hang up and initiate the call yourself. Find the correct number by looking it up; do not rely on the number the caller gives you. Register for the Do Not Call list to block telemarketing calls and consider other call-blocking services. If you are on the list, and receive a sales call, you can be sure it’s a scam.

2. New and used auto sales and service
Before purchasing a car, understand your rights and what to look out for by reviewing the AG’s Auto Buyer’s Bill of Rights. Make sure to research local dealers and check with the Indiana Attorney General’s Office or Better Business Bureau for complaints. Once you find a vehicle, have the car inspected by an independent mechanic. Take your time to read and understand the entire written purchase agreement before signing. Be sure that the terms of any warranty that come with the car are spelled out in your contract.

3. Home maintenance and construction
Door-to-door salesman offering home improvement services, especially after damaging storms, may pressure homeowners into making quick decisions. Do your research on the contractor and compare bids with other local and reputable companies. Indiana law requires home improvement contracts exceeding $150 to be in writing. Never pay for the entire project before the work begins and do not pay more than one third of the total cost as a down payment. Remaining payments should be tied to completion of specified amounts of work.

4. Online scams and sales
Research the business you plan to purchase from online and confirm their physical address and phone number in case you need to contact them. Consider using an online payment service, such as PayPal, or your credit card, which protects your transaction under the Fair Credit Billing Act. If you receive an unsolicited email, never respond to requests for personal or financial information and do not click on any links.

5. Identity Theft
Identity theft continues to grow, and the best protection against this crime is signing up for a free credit freeze to prevent criminals from opening up lines of credit in your name. Monitoring your financial statements closely and checking your credit report at least once a year at www.annualcreditreport.comcan also help you detect errors, accounts you never opened, and/or bills sent to the wrong address – all signs that someone else is using and ruining your name and credit. 

6. Retail
Carefully check the store’s refund policy before making a purchase to know whether you can expect a cash refund, in-store credit or an exchange. Layaway plans, while often helpful, can contain hidden fees or refund restrictions. It is always important to get a copy of the layaway policy in writing prior to making any payments.

7. Wireless phone and cable providers
Before contracting with a wireless service provider make sure you research the company, network and plan. Compare several different providers to determine what plan fits your needs and budget. In addition to your plan’s costs, make sure to consider other charges like activation fees, insurance, data packages and overages.

8. Debt collection
If you receive a debt collection notice, make sure you determine whether you are being contacted for legitimate nonpayment by a lawful creditor. It is important to know your rights and how to recognize abusive collection practices. Keep track of phone conversations and other interactions. File a complaint with the Attorney General’s Office if you suspect the agency is not legitimate, if you are being harassed or if the collector refuses to supply verification of the debt.

9. Lending and mortgage
Scammers too often prey on Hoosiers struggling financially, particularly property owners desperate to keep their homes. Hoosiers who are behind in their mortgage payments and facing foreclosure should seek free legal help from Indiana Legal Services, which recently received a grant from the AG’s Officeto support foreclosure prevention counseling. Additionally, homeowners can contact the Indiana Foreclosure Prevention Network (IFPN) at 1-877-GET-HOPE to see if they qualify to receive mortgage payment assistance from Indiana’s Hardest Hit Fund. Homeowners should be on guard against scam artists who ask for a fee in exchange for a counseling service or modification of a delinquent loan.

10. Financial/credit services
Advertisements often promise miracles in repairing bad credit reports. In reality, no one can guarantee to erase bad credit. You can remove inaccurate or outdated information from your credit report yourself, at no cost. Check to be sure a credit repair company is bonded with the Attorney General’s Office to satisfy consumer claims.

The Attorney General’s Outreach Division, focused on consumer education, reached nearly 42,000 people last year. Community groups interested in a consumer protection training can email outreachservices@atg.in.gov.

As part of National Consumer Protection Week, Zoeller is partnering with IndyStar’s new Call for Action consumer hotline, Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry and the Secretary of State’s Office to host a free fraud forum for the public tonight in Indianapolis. Details here.

Quad City Mallards (26-24-4-2) vs. Evansville IceMen (22-26-6-2)

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Wednesday, March 9 – 6:15pm CST

Ford Center – Evansville, IN

 

PREVIOUS MEETINGS

This Season – Fourth of seven meetings.

  • 12/6 – Mallards won 6-5, OT (in Evansville)
  • 12/30 – IceMen won 3-2 (in Moline)
  • 12/31 – Mallards won 6-4 (in Evansville)
  • 1/16 – Mallards won 2-1 (in Evansville)

Last Season – Evansville: 0-1-0, Quad City: 1-0-0

All-Time – Evansville: 8-7-1, Quad City: 8-8-0

 

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THIS WEEK

Wed. 3/9 – Quad City at Evansville (6:15pm) – Ford Center

                        College Night

Fri.3/11 – Evansville at Indy (7:15pm) – Indiana Farmers Coliseum

Sat. 3/12 – Indy at Evansville (7:15pm) – Ford Center

                        Baby Races

Sun. 3/13 – Quad City at Evansville (5:15pm) – Ford Center

                        Subway Family Night

 

MARCH HOME

The Evansville IceMen wrap up a season-long six-game home stand Wednesday against the Quad City Mallards at 6:15pm after earning seven of a possible ten points the last two weekends. The IceMen started the month of March with convincing 6-2 wins on back-to-back nights against the Tulsa Oilers Friday and Saturday at the Ford Center, before falling to the Wichita Thunder 4-2 on Sunday. Three of Evansville’s games this week are home contests against teams ahead of the IceMen in the playoff race—Quad City and Indy.

HEATING UP THE ICE

Evansville’s top two lines scorched the net this past weekend, combining for 12 goals in three games. The line of Daultan Leveille (2g, 2a), Nathan Moon (2g, 3a) and Ryan Penny (2g, 2a) combined for six goals, seven assists and a plus-11 rating. Meanwhile, the line of Jordan Sims (1g, 5a), Mike Duco (3g, 2a) and Tyson Fawcett (2g, 2a) recorded six goals, nine assists and plus-8 rating in three games.

PLAYOFF PUSH

The IceMen start the week nine points out of the eighth spot in the playoffs with 16 games left in the regular season. Evansville (52 points) trails eighth place Tulsa (61), ninth place Quad City (58) and tenth place Indy (56), but faces the Oilers once, Fuel twice and Mallards three more times down the stretch. The IceMen have one game in hand on Tulsa and three in hand on Indy.

SPOILED DUCK

The Quad City Mallards return to the Ford Center for the fourth time this season after winning 6-5 in overtime December 6, 6-4 on New Year’s Eve, and 2-1 January 16 against the IceMen. The Mallards are 4-0 in Evansville since joining the ECHL last season. The IceMen last beat Quad City at home on March 23, 2012, when the two teams were in the Central Hockey League. Evansville last beat the Mallards 3-2 on December 30 in Moline, IL, and the teams meet once more in the Quad Cities on March 25 after the two meetings this week in Evansville.

COLLEGE NIGHT w/ iPAD GIVEAWAY

Wednesday is College Night at the Ford Center, and is a perfect night out for college students who stayed in town for Spring Break. Students can show their college I.D. at the Ford Center Ticket Office for discounted tickets, and one lucky fan will receive a free iPad, courtesy of Computers Plus. All fans who donated a book at one of the games last weekend during Evansville’s Book Drive benefitting Hangers, can show their IceMen bookmark at the Ford Center Ticket Office for $6 tickets anywhere in the building. The IceMen and Mallards are scheduled to face-off at 6:15pm.

FAITH SUNDAYS

Bring any pamphlet or program from your faith service to the Ford Center Ticket Office and receive a $5 discount on tickets anywhere in the building for Sunday home games! There are two remaining Sunday home games: March 13 and 20. All Sunday games are scheduled for 5:15pm.

POSTGAME SKATE – MARCH 20

IceMen Season Ticket Holders and Blizzard Buddies are welcome to participate in a postgame skate Sunday, March 20 after the IceMen take on the Cincinnati Cyclones at 5:15pm at the Ford Center. Fans are encouraged to bring their own skates if they have them, as a limited number of skates will be provided.

DOMINO’S 4-GAME HAT PACK

Choose any four IceMen home games and get a FREE limited edition IceMen hat and a large 1-topping Domino’s pizza, starting at only $17 per ticket. Call the IceMen front office at 812-421-GOAL (4625) for details.

Adopt A Pet

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 If Patrick looks a little nervous here, it’s because he is. This sweet boy is approximately 1 year old. He is blind and has some sort of neurological condition that affects his balance, but otherwise he’s healthy! The shelter is a scary place, so he needs a quieter home ASAP. $30 includes his neuter, microchip, & vaccines. Visit www.vhslifesaver.org or call (812) 426-2563 to save a life!

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