| (WASHINGTON, D.C.) – On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, a commonsense bill that will provide states, like Indiana, the flexibility in implementing the Environmental Protection Agency’s ozone standards.
Ozone levels have been on a constant decline since the 1980s and states are doing their best to meet standards put in place by the Clean Air Act in 2008. Unfortunately, the EPA did not release the final implementation rules for the 2008 regulation until last year. As communities are working to meet these requirements, the EPA again moved the goal post by imposing additional planning and compliance obligations on the states in October. Now, states are expect to simultaneously implement the 2008 standards and the 2015 standards – standards the EPA knows are not currently economically or technologically feasible. Eighth District Congressman and member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee Larry Bucshon, M.D. released the following statement after voting to support H.R. 4775: “I have always believed regulations put forth by the administration should strike the appropriate balance between protecting our environment and protecting the jobs and affordable energy supported by the energy industry,â€Â said Bucshon. “The path forward should be achieved through private sector innovation and technological advancements, not one-sized fits all government mandates that only serve to stymie development. That’s why it is so important the House passed legislation today toprovide states, like Indiana, the flexibility and time needed to implement new ozone standards on an efficient and realistic timeline and address other practical implementation challenges they face. This legislation will help protect our state’s coal mining and manufacturing jobs.†H.R. 4771 passed the House by a vote of 234 to 177. |
Dr. Bucshon Votes to Give States Flexibility on Ozone Standards
ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL AUXILIARY TO HOLD FUNDRAISING SALE
The St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary will hold a fundraising sale in the lobby of the Center for Advanced Medicine, June 14, from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and June 15 from 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
This event features Masquarade Fundraising, known for high-fashion jewelry and accessories for women, men and children all at the amazing price of $5 each. They have jewelry, watches, scarves, camping accessories, gardening items, electronic accessories, and much more.
Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are welcome. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary scholarship fund.
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Tyra is a 7-year-old female Boxer mix. She was transferred to VHS from Evansville Animal Care & Control. Right now she’s pretty emaciated and shy, but she is very loving. With some TLC, she will blossom in no time! She’ll go home microchipped and vaccinated for only $100. Call (812) 426-2563 or visit www.vhslifesaver.org for adoption details!
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VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
 Below is a list of the felony cases filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.
Kevin Ray Fleming Failure of a violent sex offender to possess identification, Level 6 felony
Glenna Zonetta Elam AKA Glenna Vanetta Elan Attempted battery by means of a deadly weapon, Level 5 felony
Lee Allen Bellomy Possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony
Possession of marijuana, Class A misdemeanor
Ashley Nicole Kissel Possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony
Possession of paraphernalia, Class C misdemeanor
Amy Denise Muntzer Maintaining a common nuisance, Level 6 felony
Maintaining a common nuisance, Level 6 felony
Wilmer Eugene Simmons Battery in the presence of a child, Level 6 felony
Battery in the presence of a child, Level 6 felony
Domestic battery, Level 6 felony
Domestic battery, Level 6 felony
Nathan Dale McGill Battery in the presence of a child, Level 6 felony
Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor
Michael Lavon Candler Possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony
Possession of a narcotic drug, Level 6 felony
Possession of a narcotic drug, Level 6 felony
Tabitha Rose Boyd Battery against a public safety official, Level 5 felony
Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor
Criminal trespass, Class A misdemeanor
Jonathan Kent Roy Burglary, Level 5 felony
Theft of a firearm, Level 6 felony
Carrying a handgun without a license, Class A misdemeanor
Jemel James Edwards Residential entry, Level 6 felony
Criminal mischief, Class A misdemeanor
Jamie Oneil Jones Carrying a handgun without a license, Level 5 felony
Operating a motor vehicle after forfeiture of license for life, Level 5 felony
Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor
Otis Thomas Battery, Level 5 felony
Matthew Steven Meredith Operating a vehicle as a habitual traffic violator, Level 6 felony
Dee Jay Warner Neglect of a dependent, Level 6 felonyÂ
Gary Wayne Forston Operating a vehicle with an ACE of .08 or more, Level 6 felonyÂ
April Renee Forest Battery in the presence of a child, Level 6 felony
Domestic battery, Level 6 felony
Devin Chade Brittain Unlawful possession or use of a Legend Drug, Level 6 felony
Possession of paraphernalia, Class C misdemeanor
Joshua David Mooney Strangulation, Level 6 felony
Domestic battery, Level 6 felony
Jason Michael Witty Possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony
Possession of a controlled substance, Class A misdemeanor
Possession of a controlled substance, Class A misdemeanor
Possession of a synthetic drug or synthetic drug look-alike substance, Class A misdemeanor
Possession of marijuana, Class B misdemeanor
Possession of paraphernalia, Class A misdemeanor
Maintaining a common nuisance, Level 6 felony
Maintaining a common nuisance, Level 6 felony
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GREGG, HALE RELEASE VETERANS SERVICES PLAN
According to recent reports, Indiana is ranked second to last in the nation for military retirees and 46th worst for veterans receiving the benefits they have earned. Between 2013 and 2014, Indiana saw a 65 percent increase in the number of veterans leaving the state.
“Indiana can and should be a more veteran-friendly state, and will be with new leadership that focuses on practical solutions and creative partnerships, not politics, ideology or empty rhetoric,†said Gregg, a former university president and Speaker of the Indiana House. “Hoosier veterans are motivated, hardworking and bring unique skills to our state. Indiana needs to do all it can to better engage them in our economy and assist in getting them the benefits they have earned.â€
The Gregg/Hale Veterans Services Plan will be implemented by re-prioritizing Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs spending and eliminating duplicative services, all done without raising taxes. The proposal includes:
•   Streamlining Job Placement Assistance Services. Governor Gregg will order a comprehensive review of the state’s job placement services for veterans to eliminate duplication and confusion and will create new partnerships with the state’s colleges and universities to develop short-term skills programs that result in transferable skills, credentials and certifications.
•    Implementing a Statewide Marketing and Outreach Campaign. As proposed in a 2014 internal Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs evaluation, a Gregg/Hale administration will develop a statewide marketing campaign to educate veterans on the various benefits they are eligible for and how to access them.
•   Adding Veteran Service Officers. In order to leverage more federal benefits and assist more Hoosier veterans, a Gregg/Hale administration will create state level service officers and add women veteran service officers, offer evening and weekend office hours to more easily accommodate the needs of Hoosier veterans and better coordinate with veterans’ service organizations that are already providing assistance. Increasing the amount of federal benefits Hoosier veterans receive by just 10 percent a year, or $853 million, would generate approximately $17 million more in tax dollars.
•   Attracting More Service Members and Veterans to Indiana. Active duty service members are discharged at installations across the country, including in the Midwest, at a rate of more than 1,000 per month. As governor, Gregg will ask his lieutenant governor, Christina Hale, to lead a working group made of various veteran organizations and other stakeholders from the business, civic and philanthropic communities to develop policy and programs to market Indiana to discharged veterans and their families as their next home – helping to fill Indiana’s projected shortage of skilled workers.
•    Increasing Advocacy on Behalf of Hoosier Veterans.  In addition to advocating for more veteran benefits, Governor Gregg will direct the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs to seek more federal funding to better support Hoosier veterans and their families and assist federal agencies wherever possible to improve services and reduce wait times.
“John Gregg and I are committed to making immediate and necessary improvements to support Hoosier veterans, their families and their futures,†said State Representative Christina Hale, Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor. “They have served us and now we have the opportunity to do a better job of serving them – and it’s a responsibility we will meet.â€
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Mentally ill women should have attorney, 7th Circuit rules
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The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled a mentally ill woman who filed a federal lawsuit challenging her conviction and sentence for murder should have had a lawyer appointed to her and remanded the case to District Court.
Anastazia Schmid was convicted in state court of murdering her boyfriend in 2001. During the trial she testified she heard a voice telling her she is the Messiah. She said the voice told her the boyfriend needed to die because he sexually abused her daughter. She was sentenced to 55 years in prison, the last five suspended to probation.
She sought collateral review in state court and had a lawyer appointed to her. When those proceedings were finished, she filed in federal court, but the District Court ruled her filing was 15 months too late. Schmid, who filed pro se, argued equitable tolling should have applied because the previous lawyer on the case was slow in getting needed papers to her, and because of her mental problems. The District Court denied her filing as untimely as Schmid did not identify the particular documents she needed or why she needed them.
The 7th Circuit ruled that the District Court should have appointed counsel to Schmid. “Counsel could have investigated Schmid’s mental condition and explored the contents of prior counsel’s files, formulating an explanation for delay satisfactory to the district judge. We remand this case with directions to appoint counsel and, if appropriate, hold an evidentiary hearing,†Judge Frank Easterbrook wrote for the panel.
The case is Anastazia Schmid v. Steven McCauley, superintendent, Indiana Women’s Prison, 14-2974.
Men’s basketball to host Day Camp from June 13-16
New options offered for 2016 day campsÂ
Beginning on Monday, June 13, the University of Evansville men’s basketball team will host its first Day Camp of the summer, which goes from Monday through Thursday.
Campers will have three options for the camp. They may attend for the full day (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) or just the morning (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) or afternoon sessions (1-4 p.m.).
The Camp is for students in grades 1-12 and campers will focus on individual skill development, contests along with 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 games. All campers also receive a t-shirt and basketball. Those who choose to participate in the full day camp will also receive lunch on all four days.
Cost for the full day camp is $225 for the four days while the cost to do either a morning or afternoon session is $105.
Registration begins at 8 a.m. on Monday and walk-ups are welcome. For more information or to sign up, contact Kavon Lacey at 812-488-2757 or at kl82@evansville.edu.
