Eve is a 1-year-old female American Staffordshire terrier mix! She was found as a stray and brought to Evansville Animal Control, and then transferred to VHS when Animal Control ran out of space. Eve happens to be heartworm-positive, but don’t worry – VHS will cover her treatment at no extra cost to her adopters! Adopt Eve for $100 and she goes home spayed, microchipped, up-to-date on shots, and beginning heartworm treatment. Call (812) 426-2563 or visit www.vhslifesaver.org for adoption information!
Hot Jobs in Evansville
 Checking guests in and out while providing friendly customer service -Making reservations while utilizing telephone and computer skills, and other tasks….
Easily apply
Burpee Garden Products - Evansville, IN
W. Atlee Burpee & Co. is the leading retail/mail order distributor of seed and gardening supplies to the American home gardener. We have immediate openings…
Easily apply
CPR certification or the ability to obtain certification preferred CSL Plasma is an EEO/AA Employer. A Reception Technician for CSL Plasma is responsible for…
Dean Bosler’s Furniture - Evansville, IN
$12.50 an hour
Dean Bosler’s HGTV Design Studio By Bassett. Best In Class Benefits:. As a company, we strongly believe in our people and offer our employees one of the best…
Easily apply
Through your contributions you will be helping support the manufacturing of products using current Good Manufacturing Practices….
Inquiries via correspondence, electronic mail, or telephone are to be worked within three business days. Responsible for the resolution of patient inquiries…
Valid driver’s license for your state of residency and an excellent driving history for the last seven years….
Return all customer calls in a timely manner. Usual office equipment including calculator, telephone, fax, computer and copier….
Homestead Cleaners - Evansville, IN
$20 an hour
You must have a cell phone. Homestead Cleaners is now expanding to offer Personal Chef Services….
Easily apply
Supervise student clerical assistants in the Department office and keep accurate record of student workers and assistantships….
  ACCA Companies - Evansville, IN
Valid driver’s license. Driver’s license is required.. Acca Companies is the region’s largest waterproofing, foundation repair, and basement finishing…
Easily apply
You must have knowledge of hospital charges, patient statements, CPT and ICD10 coding. We are currently searching for a full-time Billing Specialist….
Easily apply
SMMG Network HQÂ -Â Evansville, IN
The Rep, Patient Services Clinic works in a customer service capacity providing administrative and clerical support to patients and customers in an outpatient…
Valid Class A or B (with air brake endorsement) license. 1 year experience driving a semi-truck/trailer OR certification from a driving school….
SNS2 INCÂ -Â Evansville, IN
MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE YEAR VERFIABLE COMMERCIAL DRIVING EXPERIENCE. PART TIME DRIVER NEEDED. MUST PASS PRESCREEN DRUG TEST AND DOT PHYSICAL….
Easily apply
Develop Corporate Purchasing programs. Bachelor Degree, in a business related area. Develops new supply sources where vendors are. Corporate – Evansville, IN….
QA INSPECTOR – ENTRY LEVEL– LOCATED IN MT. Protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Written and verbal instructions, etc. Keeps own work….
American Senior Communities - Evansville, IN
Provides medically-related social services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident….
All candidates must pass pre-employment background, drug screen, physical and have a valid driver’s license and your own transportation….
With revenue exceeding $7.5 billion annually, and customers in 140 countries, we help develop products that delight and nourish consumers across the globe….
  Onin Staffing/A3 Solutions - Mount Vernon, IN
$12 – $14 an hour
\*CompTIA A+ Certification preferred. We are currently looking for someone with experience is Configuring and installing with desktops, laptops, and printers…
Easily apply
Current license/certification in the state of practice. Certification by the American Speech Language/Hearing Association….
ViaQuest - Evansville, IN
Holds a valid state driver’s license, has personal automobile insurance coverage and an acceptable driving record and background check….
AseraCare - Evansville, IN
Leverages relationships to develop and expand regional territory, and identify and develop strategic revenue growth opportunities for the region….
Monitors priority of calls and shifts escalated calls to assure resolution to problems. Duties will include reviewing applications submitted, identifying…
Must possess a valid driver’s license. Processing cash and credit transactions through point of sale (POS) terminal….
Provided employment to more than 555,000 employees in 2014. No drinking/eating except in the break room. IPad is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U…
Lowe’s spring hire - Evansville, IN
Minimum Qualifications Valid Class A or B (with air brake endorsement) license Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction)….
Organizes and prioritizes large volumes of information and calls. Under general supervision provides a broad range of routine technical and administrative…
Must have good verbal and written communication skills and able to communicate with other Team Members, producers, USDA personnel and drivers….
   |
BREAKING NEWS: Evansville Attorney Lori Sherman launches Bid For Democrat Nomination To House District 77 Seat
Attorney Lori Sherman Launches Bid For Democrat Nomination To House District 77 Seat
Evansville, IN – Evansville native and Attorney Lori Sherman today announced the kickoff of her campaign for the Democrat nomination for the Indiana House in District 77. She officially entered the primary race on Feb. 1, when she filed with the Indiana Board of Election at Indianapolis.
This is Sherman’s first run for public office, and she made her decision after talking with the community – those she seeks to serve in the State House. She pledged to be “a voice for the under-represented, an advocate for children and families, and a beacon of hope for those who have gone for far too long without it.â€
“Serving as a State Representative is about people rather than politics,†she said.
If elected, Sherman will be the first African-American woman to serve as State Representative in District 77.
“I believe that success should not be reserved for those who can afford it or those who were born with advantages that make it easy to achieve success,†Sherman added, explaining that she was born into a large family living below the poverty line. She realized at an early age that in order to change her circumstance, she would have to work hard and tirelessly to find her purpose in life.
After graduating from Culver Elementary, Glenwood Middle School and Harry A. Burke High School with honors, Sherman attended Bennett College for Women in Greensboro, N.C. where she received her degree in Interdisciplinary Studies.
She was admitted to a number of top-tier law schools, but she accepted a scholarship to Indiana University’s Maurer School of Law in Bloomington in order to return to the Midwest. She is one of five African-American attorneys currently practicing in Evansville. Sherman works for the Indiana Department of Child Services.
As State Representative, she will focus on family and children’s issues, creation of jobs that pay a living wage, preventing blight and overhaul of the ISTEP system. She will work tirelessly for the inclusion of Ivy Tech in the IU Medical Center in Evansville.
More information about Sherman and her campaign will appear on Sherman’s website, www.lorisherman31-8-9.com. The web address references the Bible verse Proverbs 31: 8-9, which embodies Sherman’s passion and willingness to advocate for people.
“It took a village to raise me, and I give much of the credit to Sheila Huff, Denise Strawn and Sheri Chestnut at Glenwood Middle School. They refused to give up on me, and they gave me hope. I owe them a lot. Because so many of my teachers took a special interest in me, I am obligated to make good on their investment,†she added.
FOOTNOTE: This announcement was posted whithout opinion, bias or editing.
Governor Pence Joins Indiana Biosciences Research Institute to Announce $100 Million in Grants
Grants to Address Metabolic Disease and Poor Nutrition
Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence today joined the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI), an independent, nonprofit applied biosciences research institute, to announce two new grants totaling $100 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. and the Eli Lilly and Company Foundation. The grants will support IBRI’s charitable, educational and scientific activities addressing metabolic disease and poor nutrition. With these grants, IBRI now has achieved almost half of its three-year fundraising target of approximately $350 million from philanthropic sources, government grants and industry contributions to sustain its development plan and research goals.
“Nearly three years after the launch of the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute, this initiative is taking another step forward in a field that’s seeing tremendous growth,†said Governor Mike Pence. “This monumental grant announcement will give the Institute more opportunity to attract world-class scientific talent, and produce research that will serve to further support its success in Indiana in the years to come.â€
Governor Pence and life sciences leaders unveiled the IBRI in May 2013 as the first industry-led collaborative life sciences research institute in the country. It is a statewide public-private partnership led by Indiana’s life sciences industry, with support from the state of Indiana and partnerships with Indiana’s research universities to discover, develop, and deliver biosciences innovations in Indiana. The IBRI serves as the centerpiece project to attract world-class scientific leaders and life sciences research dollars to Indiana, while focusing on human health solutions that could improve the lives of Hoosiers and people around the world.
David Broecker, president and CEO of IBRI, commented: “This is a monumental achievement for the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute and for the global life sciences research community. We are grateful for the support of Lilly Endowment and the Eli Lilly and Company Foundation, as well as our other partners, and believe these contributions underscore the significance of our vision to build a world class research institute that will serve as a catalyst for accelerating research and innovation.â€
A portion of Lilly Endowment’s $80 million grant is subject to matching conditions – $45 million of the grant is unconditional while the remaining $35 million is subject to dollar-for-dollar matching conditions to encourage contributions from life sciences businesses and their foundations. The Eli Lilly and Company Foundation contributed $20 million, which qualifies for the Endowment’s match, bringing total committed funding from these grants currently to $85 million. The $15 million balance of the Endowment’s grant remains to be matched. This grant is the Endowment’s second-largest grant ever.
“IBRI holds great promise to enhance Indiana’s position as a global leader in life sciences innovation with its novel model that will forge deep and synergistic collaborations among Indiana’s life sciences companies and research institutions,†said N. Clay Robbins, chairman, president and CEO of Lilly Endowment.
“The catalytic role IBRI will play as an anchor tenant in the emerging 16 Tech innovation community in Indianapolis is especially compelling. Indiana must continue to expand and enhance its intellectual capital and strengthen its economy, and we believe IBRI will further both of these imperatives while at the same time fostering research designed to improve health outcomes throughout the world,†added Robbins.
“We are excited to support the next chapter in IBRI’s evolution,†noted John C. Lechleiter, Ph.D., Lilly chairman, president and CEO. “Our collective investments will strengthen Indiana’s growing life sciences sector and our local economy while helping to foster innovation, speed the discovery of new life science breakthroughs and attract top talent to our state.â€
IBRI recently announced the appointment of internationally recognized diabetes and metabolic disease research scientist Raghu Mirmira, M.D., Ph.D., as the first Indiana Research Fellow and interim Scientific Director for the Institute. Mirmira will work with David Broecker to recruit research scientists, establish research operations and commence project work at its facility in Indianapolis.
The Institute is advancing plans to occupy approximately 75,000 square feet of open office and research space in the Indianapolis 16 Tech innovation community just north of the IUPUI campus. The 16 Tech innovation community is purpose-built to attract the best talent to collaborate, create and commercialize new ideas across a spectrum of advanced industries, including life sciences, technology, advanced manufacturing and the arts. The 60-acre innovation community stresses proximity of people and places to encourage collaboration and innovation, and will include flexible research space, ample public space, a mix of housing opportunities and retail and office space. As the anchor tenant, IBRI is stimulating the future development of the community for researchers, entrepreneurs, innovators and businesses. Construction is expected to begin in late 2016.
VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
Below is a list of felony cases that were filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016.
Mitchell Glenn Ferguson Attempted armed robbery, Level 3 felony
Possession of an altered handgun, Level 5 felony
Pointing a firearm, Level 6 felony
Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor
Carrying a handgun without a license, Class A misdemeanor
Stephan Ray Elsey Battery resulting in serious bodily injury to a person less than 14 years of age, Level 3 felony
Battery resulting in serious bodily injury to a person less than 14 years of age, Level 3 felony
Joseph Reed Phelps Battery in the presence of a child, Level 6 felony
Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor
Disorderly conduct, Class B misdemeanor
Parents, students, educators invited to share mandated testing concerns
Ann Ennis, Republican candidate for State Representative, invites parents, students and educators to share their stories of ISTEP 2015 on the eve of ISTEP 2016. Recently the state Senate adopted a plan to start all over after the 2017 ISTEP: yet another major change led by the same assessors who created ISTEP+.
The gathering is Saturday, February 27, from 7:30 until 9:30 am, Ennis will be at the Darmstadt Inn, 13130 Darmstadt Road, to record stories, statement or questions.
“We are seeing first hand and hearing frequently that the software and on-line testing process is not working any better this year than last,†Ennis said. It is time to talk openly about it.
Persons coming by the Darmstadt Inn that morning will have opportunity to make a short statement on digital media about their standardized testing experiences. Friends of Ann Ennis will assemble these into a short video to prompt others in the community to think of the ramifications of these expensive series of tests.  They also can get particular questions about education policy in 2016 answered.
“The broader community is generally unaware of the financial and human cost of these mandated tests. Although parents and students are free to speak and need to speak up, schools discourage them from too much talk. As well, we think the educators who come will be retirees, because current teachers and administration are not able to speak out,†Ennis said.
Ennis has witnessed state officials’ distrust of local educators and how this has played out in anti-local and closed lips laws and statements. Local school administrators have no choice but to clamp-down on current staff talking about ISTEP concerns. For this reason, groups advocating against state mandated tests are discouraged from speaking to parents or in schools, she said. “So the community is not hearing the full story. ISTEP and other mandated tests are like a series of deep dark secrets. ‘What is on the test?’ ‘How does the equipment work?’ and ‘How much time is this eating up in day-to-day classrooms?’.â€
As a volunteer in a local school, Ennis found herself quite accidentally in a classroom during the February 4 state-wide equipment stress-test that taxpayers funded for Pearson, the new Indiana ISTEP vendor. “There was a better than 25% equipment failure rate.â€
Ennis is a lifetime resident of District 64 with 30 years’ experience in civic leadership, including serving as Executive Director of Keep Evansville Beautiful (Evansville), and executive fund development positions with Habitat of Evansville, Ruth’s House (substance abuse recovery) and the Public Education Foundation of Evansville. She has been an officer in her family’s coal and oil exploration contracting firm, and worked in finance and media marketing.
TRI-STATE MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES ANNUAL SPRING RUMMAGE SALE TO BE HELD AT ST. MARY’S
(Evansville, IN) – St. Mary’s Health is pleased to once again host and sponsor this year’s Tri-State Mothers of Multiples Annual Fall Rummage Sale. The event is open to the public on Saturday, March 12th from 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. in the St. Mary’s Manor Auditorium. Admission is $1.
Tri-State Mothers of Multiples is a local support group for mothers with twins, triplets, quadruplets, and quintuplets. Having multiple babies presents many challenges, such as providing several car seats, clothes, strollers and much more. Whether it’s emotional or financial support, Tri-State Mothers of Multiples reaches out to mothers who may be having trouble raising their babies. The rummage sale will include gently used strollers, car seats, premature infant clothes through elementary age, toys and furniture.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley and The Women’s Hospital to Host Open House with Special Guest, Ronald McDonald
You will not want to miss this Open House event! Ronald, himself, will be present at the unveiling of not one, but two special projects at The Women’s Hospital. Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley have partnered with The Women’s Hospital to expand their mission by bringing care and comfort to the families within the walls of the hospital. This special Open House will celebrate the remodel of the parent care area and unveil the new Happy Wheels Cart program.
Ronald McDonald hopes you will join us at this special event- Saturday, February 27, 2016, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at The Women’s Hospital (4199 Gateway Blvd, Newburgh, Ind.), on the third floor.
“We are fortunate to have space in the hospital for parents to stay if they have a baby in the NICU. The NICU parent support area was previously used as a doctor’s office, and each exam room and office was converted into a sleeping room. Although families are welcome to stay at the local Ronald McDonald House, many times they choose to stay in one of the eleven rooms right here at The Women’s Hospital. Staying close allows the parents to participate in their baby’s care including nursing around the clock. The simple fact that they have a place to sleep right here in the hospital allows them to be a step away from their newborn,†advises Mary Stephens, Nursing Director of Newborn Services at The Women’s Hospital.
“Studies show that children cope better and heal faster when their families are involved in their care. The parent care area of The Women’s Hospital allows parents to focus on the health and well-being of their child. We are happy to partner with The Women’s Hospital to help provide a comfortable space and create a relaxing atmosphere for the many families who will benefit from it,†said Theresa Floyd-Maas, Executive Director at Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley.
Also at Saturday’s Open House, the new RMHC Happy Wheels Cart will be unveiled. “Much like the Ronald McDonald House, this program will allow us to take our ‘home away from home’ away from home. As our volunteers roll it through the hallways of the hospital, they will offer a snack, refreshment and toiletries to parents, while keeping children entertained with books and toys,†said Theresa Floyd-Maas, Executive Director at Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley. “Serving both out of town and local families, the Happy Wheels Cart serves individuals who spend hours on end at the hospital with their child. It offers a small piece of comfort and encouragement to families at a time when they need it most. We are excited to be able to impact the lives of more children through the Happy Wheels Cart.â€
The Happy Wheels Cart is owned by Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley, operated by their volunteers, and stocked with items through the generosity of the community. To learn more about this volunteer opportunity, visit: www.rmhcohiovalley.org/volunteer or contact Volunteer Coordinator, Lydia Balbach at (812)402-7642. If you are interested in learning more about donating items to stock the Happy Wheels Cart, visit www.rmhcohiovalley.org/hwcwishlist or stop by the Ronald McDonald House: 3540 Washington Ave., Evansville, IN 47714.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®), a non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation, creates, finds and supports programs that directly improve the health and well being of children. Through its global network of 300 Chapters in more than 63 countries and regions, its three core programs, the Ronald McDonald House®, Ronald McDonald Family Room® and Ronald McDonald Care Mobile®, and millions of dollars in grants to support children’s programs worldwide, RMHC provides stability and vital resources to families so they can get and keep their children healthy and happy. All RMHC-operated and supported programs enable family-centered care, provide a bridge to quality health care and are a vital part of the health care continuum and give children and families the time they need to heal and cope better together. Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley (located in Evansville, IN) currently has two programs: Ronald McDonald House and Grants. The local charity is able to extend its reach through its Grants program thanks to a restricted gift from local McDonald’s Ohio Valley Co-op. For more information, visit www.rmhcohiovalley.org, follow us on Twitter (@RMHCOhioValley) or like us on Facebook (www.Facebook.com/rmhcohiovalley).