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Women’s Basketball Has Added Amiyah Buchanan, From Evansville, Indiana,

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball has added Amiyah Buchanan, a 6-0 forward from Evansville, Indiana, who is transferring from Southeast Missouri State University.

Buchanan is coming off a freshman campaign with SEMO in 2023-24, making 12 starts in 27 games played. Buchanan averaged five points and five rebounds per game for the Redhawks. The forward recorded a team-high 22 blocks on the season and shot the basketball at just over 45 percent (53-116) from the floor, which was second-best among those with at least 50 field goal attempts for the Redhawks. Buchanan averaged nearly 22 minutes per contest for SEMO. The incoming sophomore scored in double figures three times and pulled down 10 boards in two contests. In seven starts and 16 appearances in Ohio Valley Conference play, Buchanan averaged five points and five rebounds while shooting over 49 percent overall.

“We are very excited to have Amiyah join our team and USI family,” USI Women’s Basketball Head Coach Rick Stein said. “Amiyah brings to our team a year of Division I and Ohio Valley Conference experience. Amiyah will impact our team immediately on both ends of the court with her athleticism, size, and play in the paint.”

Prior to 2023-24 at SEMO, Buchanan played for Evansville North High School, where she was a two-year starter and an all-conference selection. Buchanan played club basketball for the Nike Lady Gym Rats.

Swan named 2024 Suzanne A. Nicholson Award recipient

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The University of Southern Indiana Foundation Board of Directors honored Robert W. (Bob) Swan ’72 as the 2024 recipient of the Suzanne A. Nicholson Leadership Award on Thursday, May 16 at its quarterly meeting of the Foundation Board of Directors in the Griffin Center on campus.

Swan was selected as the recipient due to his leadership, involvement and personal generosity to the University. He served on the USI Board of Trustees from 1991-95 and has provided years of service to the Romain College of Business Board of Advisors. Swan was key to the establishment of the Accounting Circle to enhance academic excellence.

Additionally, he has served as a Director of the USI Foundation Board for 34 years. While serving as Director, he proposed the establishment of an Audit Committee, which was unanimously approved as a standing committee of the Board. In 1996, Swan received the USI Alumni Service Award, followed by the USI Distinguished Alumni Award in 2005. He is also a member of the USI President’s Circle.

“Through his dynamic leadership, direct involvement with many areas of University life over many years, along with his personal generosity and successful efforts in helping others to invest in the University financially, there is no doubt Bob is most deserving of this high recognition,” said David A. Bower, President of the USI Foundation and Vice President for Development and Alumni Engagement.

The Suzanne A. Nicholson Leadership Award was established in 2006 and first awarded in 2007. Susie Nicholson announced in July 2005 that she planned to retire from USI in August 2006. Foundation Board Director Bob Roeder ’71, a member of the University’s first graduating class, suggested honoring Nicholson for her 20 years of work in the Development Office. At its May 18, 2006, Annual Board Meeting, the USI Foundation Board of Directors adopted an appreciation resolution for Suzanne A. Nicholson.

To be considered for the award, individuals must exercise a strong leadership role in fulfilling the mission of the USI Foundation, and they must embody Nicholson’s dedication and spirit in meeting the needs of USI.

Discover the Vibrant History of Tepe Park: Join Us on May 21st!

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Are you curious about the rich history nestled within Southwestern Indiana? We invite you to join us for an exciting neighborhood exploration talk about Tepe Park, hosted by Jason Hardgrave. This captivating event is scheduled for May 21, 2024, at 6:30 PM, right in the heart of National Preservation Month.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Browning Gallery (lower level)

From the dedication of its namesake in 1947 to its current status as a focal point for community identity, Tepe Park holds a fascinating story that reflects the resilience and spirit of its residents. This talk will explore the cyclical patterns, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the neighborhood surrounding Tepe Park over the decades.

Join us as we embrace the past and envision a revitalized future for Tepe Park. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a neighborhood resident, or simply curious about the heritage of Southwestern Indiana, this event promises to be both enlightening and engaging.

Discover the Vibrant History of Tepe Park: Join Us on May 21st!

NO MORE ENCORES, PLEASE!

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NO MORE ENCORES, PLEASE!

GAVEL GAMUT

By Jim Redwine

Those of us who live near Barnsdall, Oklahoma attended, not voluntarily, Mother Nature’s opening performance of a “small” tornado on April 01, 2024. There was some damage such as felled trees and a slight power outage. But, in general, it was heavy rain and strong winds.

Peg and I escaped most of the storm’s effects except the clean-up of downed trees and rearranged lawn furniture. Although we did hear the proverbial freight train pass just above our cabin. It took us about two days to get back to normal. It took the Public Service of Oklahoma about one day to restore power.

I guess our narrow escape upset the weather gods because just about one month later, May 6, 2024 at about 10:00 pm Barnsdall was attacked again, this time with a vengeance. Once again, Peg and I, who live in the country near the town, dodged the brunt of Nature’s fury. Regrettably, many others were not as fortunate. A great deal of damage was incurred by a great many people.

This time PSO was on the job about the same time the tornado moved on past us. One of the hard-working and polite PSO workers told Peg and me there were about 150 PSO workers who responded to the Barnsdall storm. As PSO has large power lines and a utility easement across our land, we were able to observe a lot of hard and dangerous work by a lot of PSO workers. They started each day at 7:00 am and, at our place, worked until about 7:00 pm. It was an impressive performance. I was pleased to be a mere beneficiary.

Peg and I were pretty well confined to our home for two days but when we were able to get out to get supplies, we saw an army of professional and volunteer responders who provided food, shelter, counseling and hope to many Barnsdall residents. Food and beverage trucks and trailers that operated for free to countless victims were spread throughout the town.

The different police agencies, Barnsdall Police, Osage County Sheriff’s Department and Oklahoma Highway Patrol officers were ubiquitous and helpful. EMS workers were readily available at all times. And countless good Samaritans were offering food, water and shelter. The best of people came through in this second act of Mother Nature’s fury.

So, we say thank you to all. And I imagine, our thoughts are echoed by many; please Mother Nature make this your Finalé! We don’t need for you to pass this way again, unless it is with gentle spring rains.

For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine.com

New Harmony Gazette\ Conversation on School PropertS

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New Harmony Gazette\ Conversation on School PropertS

GAZETTE CONVERSATION ON SCHOOL PROPERTY WITH LORA ARNEGERG.

The City-County Observer Posted This Article without bias, opinion, or editing.

DEATH LIST REPORT FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY

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DEATH LIST REPORT FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY

Weekly Death Report APR15 to APR 21, 2024

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

 

 

 

FOOTNOTE: EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.

USI Women’s Basketball adds transfer Amiyah Buchanan

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball has added Amiyah Buchanan, a 6-0 forward from Evansville, Indiana, who is transferring from Southeast Missouri State University.
 
Buchanan is coming off a freshman campaign with SEMO in 2023-24, making 12 starts in 27 games played. Buchanan averaged five points and five rebounds per game for the Redhawks. The forward recorded a team-high 22 blocks on the season and shot the basketball at just over 45 percent (53-116) from the floor, which was second-best among those with at least 50 field goal attempts for the Redhawks. Buchanan averaged nearly 22 minutes per contest for SEMO. The incoming sophomore scored in double figures three times and pulled down 10 boards in two contests. In seven starts and 16 appearances in Ohio Valley Conference play, Buchanan averaged five points and five rebounds while shooting over 49 percent overall.
 
“We are very excited to have Amiyah join our team and USI family,” USI Women’s Basketball Head Coach Rick Stein said. “Amiyah brings to our team a year of Division I and Ohio Valley Conference experience. Amiyah will impact our team immediately on both ends of the court with her athleticism, size, and play in the paint.”
 
Prior to 2023-24 at SEMO, Buchanan played for Evansville North High School, where she was a two-year starter and an all-conference selection. Buchanan played club basketball for the Nike Lady Gym Rats.

Tell City Graduation Celebration

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Event to recognize high school students who are graduating from college before their high school graduation

 Tonight (5/17/24) – 5:30 p.m.

 Ivy Tech’s Tell City Career & Technology Center

1034 31st Street, Tell City

Otters capitalize to grab series finale

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EVANSVILLE, IN – The Evansville Otters closed out their series against the Gateway Grizzlies tonight with a 6-2 win at Bosse Field. Situational hitting was a virtue for the Otters (2-5), capitalizing on the Grizzlies (3-3) mistakes to earn their first home win of the 2024 regular season.

Evansville saw dominant pitching throughout the game. Right-hander Parker Brahms (1-1) saw six frames of control on the hill, allowing just a pair of runs on seven hits with no walks and six strikeouts.

Tyler Driver, Leoni De La Cruz and Michael McAvene then threw one scoreless inning each out of the bullpen, allowing just one baserunner the rest of the way with another three strikeouts.

Offensively, the Otters swung the bats into action early, plating one run in the bottom of the first on a sacrifice fly from David Mendham.

Gateway answered in the third inning and briefly took a 2-1 lead in the fourth off a solo home run.

Punching back quickly, the Otters answered with a run in the bottom of the frame. After reaching on an error and being moved to third on a separate error, Jomar Reyes scored on a wild pitch that was blocked by the Gateway catcher. The ball hit the bottom of the mask, lodging itself inside his chest protector, bringing in a run on the dead ball to tie the game.

The Otters put the game out of reach with a four-run fifth inning. After a one-out double from Patrick Lee and a fielder’s choice, Lee came in to score on a double-steal throwing error into center field by the catcher, giving Evansville a 3-2 advantage.

They added on with a Mendham run-scoring double. Two batters later, Randy Bednar hit his second bomb in two days to left field, making it 6-2 to finalize the scoring.

Jake Green had another multi-hit game for Evansville. Bednar led the way with two RBIs and Lee scored twice.

Evansville’s six-game home stand will continue tomorrow against Joliet. The Slammers roll in for the weekend series set to begin at 6:35 PM CT.

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