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New scoreboard highlights UE softball facility upgrades

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Cooper Stadium is one of the top facilities in the MVC

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Capping off a season that saw the University of Evansville softball team finish with one of the top ten turnarounds in the NCAA, the program added yet another improvement to its home venue – Cooper Stadium.

Thanks to the generosity of supporter Jim Domen, a new scoreboard was installed at the stadium this week and is already fully operational.  This adds to an already impressive list of improvements to the venue under head coach Mat Mundell.  Other additions included: new awnings, purple windscreens around the outfield and new padding at the facility.

“It is an exciting day for Aces Softball with the addition of the new scoreboard.  I want to thank Jim Domen for his generous contributions to the softball program,” Mundell said.  “The great thing is that we continue to invest back into our facilities. Last season we were able to add new canopies on Cooper Stadium as well as padding for our on batting cages.  Our goal is clear to have Cooper Stadium be one of the best facilities in the MVC.”

Domen echoed those sentiments and is excited for his contribution to the program.

“I have been following UE athletics for a long time and got involved with the softball program when Gwen (Lewis) was still there.  When Coach Mundell arrived a few years ago, it really spiked my interest and I wanted to go all in and back him up,” Domen said.  “I enjoy supporting the program any way that I can in order to make this a better experience for the student-athletes.  I am very happy to do this project, the scoreboard will be there for a long time.”

This project replaces the old scoreboard, which has been utilized by the program for the last 20 years.  It was at the team’s old softball facility before being moved to Cooper Stadium in 2002.  It has been the main scoreboard at the facility since that time.

 

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, July 25, 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.

Adopt A Pet

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 Hazel is a 4-year-old female American Staffordshire Terrier. She loves to run and has enjoyed Cardio for Canines every Saturday getting some exercise at Garvin Park! She’s a beautiful fawn & white color. Hazel’s $100 adoption fee includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, heartworm test, & more. Call (812) 426-2563 or visit www.vhslifesaver.org for adoption details!

VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES

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Below is a list of the felony cases that will be filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office tomorrow.

Davin Wayne Dale Bump Residential entry, Level 6 felony

Invasion of privacy, Class A misdemeanor

Criminal trespass, Class A misdemeanor

Roxie L. Brodie III Dealing in marijuana, Level 5 felony

Maintaining a common nuisance – controlled substances, Level 6 felony

Unlawful possession or use of a Legend Drug, Level 6 felony

Unlawful possession or use of a Legend Drug, Level 6 felony

Unlawful possession or use of a Legend Drug, Level 6 felony

Maintaining a common nuisance – Legend Drugs, Level 6 felony

 

Benjamin Vern Mayfield Operating a vehicle with an ACE of .15 or more, Level 6 felony

Criminal recklessness, Level 6 felony

Willard Matthew Flowers Possession of a synthetic drug or synthetic drug look-alike substance, Level 6 felony

Possession of marijuana, Class B misdemeanor

Matthew Lee Rice Possession of a narcotic drug, Level 6 felony

Unlawful possession of a syringe, Level 6 felony

Possession of paraphernalia, Class C misdemeanor

Melissa Rae Koltinsky Unlawful possession of a syringe, Level 6 felony

Possession of paraphernalia, Class C misdemeanor

Mark Alan Poenitski Intimidation, Level 5 felony

Criminal mischief, Class A misdemeanor

Myron Jamaal Matthews Domestic battery, Level 6 felony

CHANNEL 44 BREAKING NEWS: Evansville Native and Former CEO Found Guilty in Indiana Fraud Case

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Evansville Native and Former CEO Found Guilty in Indiana Fraud Case

JULY 21ST, 2016 MATT PEAK EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

 A former biofuels executive from Evansville is found guilty of securities fraud, in connection to one of the largest fraud schemes in Indiana history.

Jeffrey Wilson is guilty of filing false reports with the Securities Exchange Commission and lying to investigators and auditors.

His crimes centered on a biodiesel business, that was part of Imperial Petrolium.

Wilson was the company’s CEO, fraudulently taking more than 140 million dollars in revenue and 56 million dollars in criminal profits.

OTTERS WIN IN EXTRA INNINGS

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 Evansville emerged victorious in an extra inning nail biter by a score of 2-1 against the Lake Erie Crushers on Wednesday night at Bosse Field. Lake Erie jumped out to an early lead thanks to a solo homerun in the second inning. Josh Allen would bring the game to a tie following a solo shot of his own that was clobbered just to the right of the left-field foul pole. After the homer Evansville starting right-hander, Luc Rennie, cruised through the next 4.1 innings. Rennie finished the solid outing with 5 strikeouts, while only surrendering 6 hits throughout the contest. Showcasing a remarkable relief pitching performance, neither team mustered a single hit through the standard nine inning frames, with the score remaining at 1-1. When the eleventh inning came rolling around, an international tie breaker rule took precedence that brought each team an opportunity to begin the inning with a runner at second base. Once the Crushers failed to score in the top half of the frame, the Otters pounced on the opportunity for victory. Rolando Gomez opened the 11th with a bunt single to put runners at the corners, with zero outs. Succeeding an intentional walk to load the bases, Chris Breen was drilled by a pitch to bring home the winning run and seal an Otter win in the books.

Looking ahead, Evansville looks to win the rubber match of a three game series tomorrow versus the Lake Erie Crushers, with first pitch slated for 6:35 pm CDT. Tickets available at www.evansvilleotters.com or by phone at 812-435-8686 ext. 21.

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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

JULY 21, 2016 “READERS FORUM”

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Editorial: Suzanne Crouch Should Consider Filing As A Republican Nominee For Governor

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On July 26, 2016 22 GOP Party leaders will hold caucus to select a replacement for Governor Mike Pence.  This committee have the rare opportunity to elect an extremely popular and qualified individual to fill the vacancy of former Governor Mike Pence who opt to run for Vice President of United States.  It is our opinion the person they should consider to fill that position is none other than State Auditor Susan Crouch from Vanderburgh County.

Its important to point out that Susan Crouch hasn’t officially applied to be a candidate for the vacant position as the Republican nominee for the Governor of Indiana.   However we hear that many people throughout the State are encouraging her to do so.   Whomever is selected as the Republican nominee for Governor must be a person whom has built many meaningful political relationships throughout our great state over the years.  It’s our opinion that Susan Crouch has done that. That being said, we recommend that it’s time for Susan Crouch to seriously consider throwing her hat in the ring as candidate for the Governor of Indiana.

Suzanne’s Crouch is an extremely principled person with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Throughout her political career she has helped the less fortunate.  She is very personable and trustworthily.

Susan Crouch graduated from Purdue University with honors. She worked in the private sector as a realtor, stockbroker and small business owner.

In 1994, she ran for Vanderburgh County Auditor, serving two terms (1995-2002).  In 2002, she was elected as a Vanderburgh County Commissioner, where she served for two and a half years (2003-2005) including President of the Commission.  Susan won both political position by an overwhelming popular vote.

In 2005, she was elected, in political caucus, to fill a vacancy as State Representative on the first ballot, defeating five other candidates. She served in the House of Representatives for eight years (2005-2013). During this time, she served as Vice-Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee and on the Public Health Committee.

In January 2014, she was appointed by  Governor Mike Pence to serve as Indiana’s 56th Auditor.  on November 2014, she was elected to a full-term, leading the ticket among other statewide candidates.  As Indiana’s Chief Financial Officer, Suzanne is responsible for accounting for the funds of the state’s $31 billion biennial budget, for paying the state’s bills and employees and making tax distributions to local government. Last year, she traveled to all 92 counties building partnerships with local government.

In 2012, Suzanne received the “Public Policy Award” from the Arc of Indiana for her work with people with disabilities. In 2014 Suzanne received the “Legislator of the Year Award” from the Indiana Association of Rehabilitative Services for her advocacy for people with disabilities. Also in 2015 she received the Arc of Indiana’s “Executive Director’s Award”.  In 2015 she was awarded the City County Observer “Community Achievement Award”.

In closing we hope Suzanne Crouch decides to throw her hat in the ring and run for Governor.  If not,  she shall still remain a positive and influential force in Indiana politics!  We wish her well either way!

Footnote: Attached below is a complete list of the individuals in charge of selecting a replacement for Governor Pence.

Indiana State Republican Committee To Determine Gov Pence Replacement

1 Chair Chuck Williams chuck@clwilliamscompanies.com

1 Vice Rebecca Holwerda rebeccaholwerda@hotmail.com 219-322-8791

2 Chair Deb Felming drfleming@princesscitydental.com 574-298-9255

2 Vice Nick Barbknecht nick@nickbarbknecht.com 219-229-9999

3 Chair Barabra Krisher

3 Vice Bill Davis bjdavis33@hotmail.com

4 Chair Craig Dunn chairman@howardcountyrepublicans.org

4 Vice Barabara Knochel

5 Chair Kyle Hupfer khupfer@proliance.com

5 Vice Judy Black juditha.buck@comcast.net

6 Chair Mark Wynn wynncon@gmail.com

6 Vice Ginger Bradford

7 Chair Tom John thomas.john@icemiller.com

7 Vice Jennifer Ping jennping@yahoo.com

8 Chair Rick Martin rick@martinlawyers.net

8 Vice Brenda Goff goff.swi@gmail.com

9 Chair Jamey Noel car1chief@aol.com

9 Vice Beth Boyce bethboyce@hotmail.com

State Chair Jeff Cardwell jcardwell@indgop.org 317-964-5013

State Vice Chair Misty Dees Hollis mhollis@indgop.org 317-964-5013

State Secretary Barb McClellan bmcclellan@indgop.org 317-635-7561

State Treasurer Dan Dumezich

T V CHANNEL 44 NEWS

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Governor’s Association Donates $500,000 To John Gregg’s Campaign

by Britney Taylor

The Governor’s race in Indiana is heating up. Democrats are trying to capitalize on Governor Pence dropping out of the race here in Indiana. The Democratic Governor’s Association donated $500,000 out to John Gregg’s campaign.

Several GOP contenders are vying to replace Pence on the ballot, but a candidate will not be selected until July 26th when the 22-member Republican Party Committee meets behind closed doors.

Whoever is selected could be at an organizational and fundraising disadvantage with Pence’s key campaign operatives joining the vice presidential campaign.

Jasper Community Comes Together With Hope Garden
by Britney Taylor

The Jasper community is coming together to help others eat healthy with the help of its “Hope Garden”.
This garden, an initiative from Memorial Hospital, helps feeding programs and area schools in several counties in the tri-state.

The goal is to not just “treat” the community it serves as a hospital, but to be “preventative”. Board members say, that’s what the healthy foods from the garden help them do.

Faith Community Nurse Lanet Owen says, “And we’re always looking at how can we address the community with prevention and wellness and we know we need to start from the ground level up.”

As of now, the Jasper garden is only two acres. But board members say they hope to expand and grow inside as well.

A TASTE OF GERMANY IN JASPER
BY BRITNEY TAYLOR

Locals refer to it as “the Schnitz”, what started as a tavern in town is now one of the most recognizable restaurants in Jasper.
The Schnitzelbank offers a piece of old world Germany right in southern Indiana.

The Hanselman family has owned “the Schnitz” for 55 years and have transformed their business over the decades.

Jasper’s rich German heritage is one of the reasons the owner’s say the business has thrived.

Today the company brews its own beer and has an incredibly successful catering platform.

Alan Hanselman now runs the business his father started years ago with recipes, that like many in jasper, came from Germany.

Hanselman says, “What he did is he went to a lot of the local families around here and asked if any of them had any recipes that came over with their family’s from Germany and those are the ones we still use today, we haven’t dickered with them or anything like that and our Goulash, our Sauerbraten, and all of them, the Weiner Schnitzel they’re all family recipes that were here in Jasper.”

With all the traditional German Fare at “The Schnitz” surprisingly, the salad bar is the top selling item.

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