The long, hot months of summer seem to inspire some citizens to take to the streets, sometimes in violent protest. Evansville witnessed its own drama on June 11, 1945, when the “bingo battle†that had simmered between the young Men’s Democratic Club and Republican Mayor Manson Reichert suddenly erupted. It had been triggered by Reichert’s threat of a police raid if members played bingo at their club at First and Main streets. State regulations banned gambling, but some organizations were exempt from the law if games were played to raise money for charity. In this image, part of the 7,000 protesters on hand witnessed the overturning of an EPD patrol car. Several arrests were made for disorderly conduct.
VANDERBURGH HUMANE SOCIETY LAUNCHES NEW “WELL PETS†PROGRAM
(Evansville, IN – May 31st, 2016) – The newest program through the Vanderburgh Humane Society’s Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic provides FREE vaccines and testing for pets of low-income families in the Tri-State on the first Saturday of every month. Launched in May, the goal is to see more new patients at the Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic, which will open up doors for so many educational opportunities about spay/neuter, heartworm & parasite prevention, and responsible pet ownership. Well Pets will help to improve the overall health & well-being of pets all over the community. It will serve pets who may likely never receive vet care otherwise.
This program is funded through a $10,000 grant from the Banfield Foundation specifically for Well Pets.
Well Pets services will ONLY be provided on the first Saturday of each month. The next Clinic will be held Saturday, June 4th. There will be NO Well Pets clinic offered the first weekend in July due to the holiday, but Well Pets will resume on Saturday, August 6th.
The Vaccine Clinic begins at 8 am in the front VHS lobby. Patients can line up as early as 7:15. It is first-come first-served and fills up very quickly, so arrive early!
The Clinic will still see paying clients who do not qualify for Well Pets as usual.
Well Pets clients must show a valid photo ID and documentation proving financial need, such as Hoosier Health Wise card, Hoosier Health Card, or Hoosier Works card. Letters proving assistance through SSI or disability may also qualify. Names must match, and benefit recipient will be listed as the owner responsible for the pet. Indiana debit cards, pending assistance applications, and basic check stubs will NOT be accepted as proof of need.
There is a $10 exam fee per unaltered pet (unaltered meaning not spayed or neutered.) This is NOT covered under Well Pets. Appointments are available for spay/neuter at VHS’ Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic. Information about state assistance for spay/neuter is available upon request.
Well Pets provides the following free services for dogs:
– rabies vaccine
– DA2PP vaccine
– Bordetella vaccine if needed
– Heartworm test
Well Pets provides the following free services for cats:
– rabies vaccine
– FVRCP vaccine
– FeLV vaccine for at-risk cats
– FeLV/FIV test
All dogs must be leashed and cats must be in individual carriers. Cardboard cat carriers can be purchased for $5 at VHS during business hours.
A nationally-registered 24PetWatch microchip is available for $25 and highly recommended.
Flea/tick and Heartworm prevention are available at low cost with price based on the pet’s weight.
Keep in mind that for those who DON’T qualify for Well Pets, the Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic does operate every Saturday all year (excluding holiday weekends) for paying clients. See a price sheet at www.vhslifesaver.org.
VHS would be happy to schedule a photo op at the Clinic during operating hours, Monday-Friday 9-2. Please contact Amanda or Kendall for details.
Honoring Our Fallen Heroes
Over the years, 42 million American men and women have served our country in the time of war, according to the Memorial Day Foundation. Sadly, hundreds of thousands of those Americans have sacrificed their lives while protecting our freedoms. Many of our communities held services on Memorial Day in honor of those who paid the ultimate price. I hope that every Hoosier was able to take a moment to remember the true meaning of this holiday: to honor our service members who gave their last full measure of devotion to our country.
I am privileged to have had my father and both my brothers serve our country and come back home, but I know there are many families who have relatives who did not return. I want to send a special ‘thank you’ to all those that have served and the families that have lost loved ones so that our country can remain free.
For those Hoosier veterans who pass away and do not have any family members to make funeral arrangement for them, this year the General Assembly enacted a law tasking the Indiana Department of Veterans’ Affairs to work with veteran service organizations to establish a set of standards for the unclaimed remains of the deceased.
Another law I supported this year doubles the amount of funding dedicated to the funeral expenses for Indiana National Guard members who gave their all fighting for our freedom. These are just a couple of ways we are showing our appreciation for those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation.
From generation to generation, our veterans have responded to the call to serve our country. Since before the United States became a sovereign nation, blood has been shed to defend freedom and liberty.
As always, please contact me with questions or input at 317-232-9833 or by email at h75@iga.in.gov. I appreciate hearing from you in order to better represent our district. Stay up-to-date with the work being done at the Statehouse by signing up to receive my email updates at www.in.gov/75.
VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
 Below is a list of the felony cases filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.
Kegan L. Adams Operating a vehicle while intoxicated endangering a person with a passenger less than 18 year of age, Level 6 felony
Bradley Joe Wood Possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony
Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor
Ellery Bernard Sanders Battery in the presence of a child, Level 6 felony
Domestic battery, Level 6 felony
Jeffrey Delbert Lovell Burglary, Level 5 felony
Theft, Level 6 felony
Theft, Class A misdemeanor
Theft, Class A misdemeanor
Unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle, Class B misdemeanor
Unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle, Class B misdemeanor
Unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle, Class B misdemeanor
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Suspended attorney’s UPL convictions upheld
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The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed a suspended Elkhart attorney’s convictions of practicing law by a non-attorney after ruling there is sufficient evidence he continued to provide legal work after he was disciplined by the Indiana Supreme Court two years ago.
Joseph Lehman was suspended in February 2014 for at least two years for failing to appear at numerous hearings in cases and even being jailed for contempt for not appearing. The state charged him with three counts of the Class B misdemeanors after he continued to work on a divorce case after his suspension took effect, accepted a consulting fee from a new client on a divorce case, and helped a previous client re-title real estate. Lehman never informed these three people that he was suspended and could not practice law, although he did tell one client that he couldn’t help her in court because he’s not “supposed to go to court,†but offered to complete her paperwork for her divorce.
Before trial, Lehman filed for a change of judge from Elkhart Superior Judge David Bonfiglio, but the request was denied. He also challenged the denial of his request for a jury trial and the evidence used to convict him.
Judge Cale Bradford noted that Lehman’s change of judge affidavit is not rooted in historical facts and creates no rational inference of bias. He said the judge said many years ago that he had “no pleasant experiences†with Lehman based on his practices in requesting a continuance, but that doesn’t indicate bias, Bradford wrote. He also pointed out that Lehman himself said in the affidavit he doesn’t know Bonfiglio personally or socially and “my perceptions might be incorrect.â€
Regarding his request for a jury trial, Lehman was required to file that request by April 12, 2015, based on his omnibus date, but he waited until April 22 to file. Thus, he waived his right to a jury trial and his ignorance regarding what his deadline to file was is “no excuse,†Bradford noted.
Finally, there was sufficient evidence to support the three convictions. Lehman continued to correspond with an attorney on a divorce case after his suspension. He met with a new client and claimed he could file her paperwork in her divorce and did not inform her of his suspension. He also never told his client that he was suspended when he prepared the quitclaim deed. All of these actions constituted unauthorized practice of law, the appeals court held.
The case is Joseph C. Lehman v. State of Indiana, 20A03-1511-CR-1963.
JOHN FOGERTY: ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER TOUR WILL MAKE A STOP IN EVANSVILLE, IN
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Evansville, IN – John Fogerty is a true American treasure, one of popular music’s all-time greatest singers, guitar players, and songwriters. His remarkable career began in his hometown of El Cerrito, California, soon earning massive popular and critical success with the one and only Creedence Clearwater Revival. As leader of CCR, Fogerty forged a distinctive, groundbreaking sound all his own, equal parts blues, country, pop, rockabilly, R&B, swamp boogie, and Southern fried rock ‘n’ roll, all united by his uniquely evocative lyrical perspective.
After Creedence Clearwater Revival called it quits in 1972, Fogerty embarked on what would prove to be an equally impressive solo career. Among its many highlights are 1975’s John Fogerty – featuring the rollicking ‘Rockin’ All Over The World’ – and 1985’s #1 phenomenon, Centerfield. With its trio of timeless hit singles, including ‘The Old Man Down The Road,’ ‘Rock And Roll Girls,’ and the irresistible title track, the multi-platinum collection marked Fogerty’s glorious return to the forefront of modern rock ‘n’ roll.
1997’s Blue Moon Swamp earned Fogerty further acclamation, as well as a Grammy Award for ‘Best Rock Album.’ Among his many other honors are induction in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the BMI Pop Music Awards’ prestigious ‘BMI Icon,’ and Performance Magazine’s ‘Theater Tour of the Year’ Award. In addition, Fogerty and ‘Centerfield’ were honored during the 2010 National Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies – the first time the National Baseball Hall of Fame has immortalized a musician or song as part of the annual ceremonies.
In 2013, Fogerty released Wrote a Song for Everyone, a testament to the fact that the songs written by John Fogerty over the past forty-five years continue to speak in a powerful way to generations of music makers and music lovers.
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Adopt A Pet
Kit Kat is up for adoption at the Vanderburgh Humane Society! She’s a female “torbie†who is about 3 years old. She’s waited on a home for several months because she arrived at VHS with a large, raw burn wound on her flank. She spent weeks wearing a “Cone of Shame†and potential adopters never gave her a second glance. Now, she’s all healed up and living large in the Cageless Cat Lounge! Kit Kat likes other cats and LOVES the laser pointer. She can go home TODAY spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, and FeLV/FIV tested for only $30! Call (812) 426-2563 or visit www.vhslifesaver.org for adoption details!