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Joe Kiefer Won’t Seek Re-election For Another Term As Vanderburgh County Commissioner

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Press Release forDec 17, 2015

As of the end of this term I will have served 5 years as a Vanderburgh County Commissioner. Over that time we have:

• Completed the University Parkway to Diamond Ave.
• Widened Green River Road to 5 lanes
• Renovated and leased out 100% of the Old Courthouse
• Completed the Burdette Park-USI trail
• Secured naming rights for the Old National Events Plaza
• Among others

I am proud of what we have accomplished.

Over the past year, I have taken over the ownership and day to day operations of Hahn Kiefer Real Estate Services. With the increased responsibilities and success of my business I have come to the decision not to seek re-election for another term as a Vanderburgh County Commissioner.

I have been in local government since 1998. Because of my desire to continue in public service, in the next few weeks I will be looking at other opportunities to serve our community.

VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES

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SPONSORED BY DEFENSE ATTORNEY IVAN ARNAEZ.
DON’T GO TO COURT ALONE. CALL IVAN ARNAEZ @ 812-424-6671.

 

 Below is a list of felony cases that were filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office this week.

Dennis Franklin Burris Battery with moderate bodily injury, Level 6 felony

Donald James Fleek Domestic battery, Level 6 felony

Gary Edward French Possession of a narcotic drug, Level 6 felony

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

Katrel Ormond Benaugh Operating a vehicle as a habitual traffic violator, Level 6 felony

Nathan Paul Dillon Dealing in marijuana, Level 6 felony

Possession of a controlled substance, Class A misdemeanor

Possession of paraphernalia, Class C misdemeanor

Shawn Tyler Finch Dealing in marijuana, Level 5 felony

John Jacob Inkenbrandt Possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony

Invasion of privacy, Class A misdemeanor

Possession of paraphernalia, Class C misdemeanor

Dustin Geoffery Ireland Possession of a narcotic drug, Level 6 felony

Legend Drug deception, Level 6 felony

Domestic battery, Level 6 felony

Cory William Lyles Theft, Level 6 felony

William Lawrence Middleton Intimidation, Level 6 felony

Criminal trespass, Class A misdemeanor

Zachary Ty Wilhite Dealing in marijuana, Level 6 felony

Joshua Randall Woods Dealing in a Schedule I controlled substance, Level 5 felony

Dealing in marijuana, Level 5 felony

Operating a vehicle with an ACE of .08 or more, Class C misdemeanor

William Joseph Higdon Failure to register as a sex or violent offender, Level 6 felony

Michael Wayne Hayes Possession of altered handgun, Level 5 felony

Hans M. Luther Resisting law enforcement, Level 6 felony

Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, Class C misdemeanor

Luke Anthony Blankenship Rape, Level 3 felony

Battery resulting in bodily injury, Class A misdemeanor

Austin Keith Koutz McShanog Forgery, Level 6 felony

Mark Alan Smith Intimidation, Level 5 felony

Kenneth J. Jones Resisting law enforcement, Level 6 felony

Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor

Eric Brandon Crowe Dealing in a synthetic drug or synthetic drug look-alike substance, Level 6 felony

Dealing in marijuana, Level 6 felony

Neglect of a dependent, Level 6 felony

Daniel N. Rivera Valli Criminal recklessness, Level 6 felony

Resisting law enforcement, Level 6 felony

Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor

Shiquita Michelle Merriweather Neglect of a dependent, Level 6 felony

Jason Michael Coughlin Stalking, Level 6 felony

Intimidation, Class A misdemeanor

Battery, Class B misdemeanor

Ivy Tech And Deaconess To Announce Innovative New Partnership

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PRESS CONFERENCE

EVANSVILLE, IN- Ivy Tech Community College Chancellor, Jonathan Weinzapfel and Deaconess Health System President and Chief Executive Officer, Linda White, will announce an exciting new partnership at a press conference Thursday, December 17th at 2:30 p.m. (CST).

PRESS CONFERENCE: Ivy Tech Community College & Deaconess Health SystemThursday, December 17th
2:30 p.m. (CST) Deaconess Hospital (front/main lobby), 600 Mary Street, Evansville, IN 
  This event is open to the public and community members are encouraged to attend.

Ivy Tech Community College is the state’s largest public postsecondary institution and the nation’s largest singly accredited statewide community college system. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana. It serves as the state’s engine of workforce development, offering affordable degree programs and training that are aligned with the needs of its community along with courses and programs that transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

Deaconess was founded in 1892 by a group of Protestant ministers and laymen who felt called to care for the sick. More than 120 years later, Deaconess Health System has become the premier provider of health care services to three states and 26 counties. We continue our mission of providing quality health care services with a compassionate and caring spirit to the community.

Deaconess Health System consists of six hospitals in Southern Indiana: Deaconess Hospital, Deaconess Gateway Hospital, The Women’s Hospital, The Heart Hospital, Deaconess Cross Pointe, and HealthSouth Deaconess Rehabilitation Hospital. Additionally, the health system includes Deaconess Clinic, a fully integrated multispecialty group featuring primary care physicians as well as top specialty doctors. Also included in the health system are a freestanding Cancer Center, Urgent Care facilities, a network of preferred hospitals and doctors, more than 20 care sites, and multiple partnerships with

TROPICANA EVANSVILLE ANNOUNCES CHARITY TOURNAMENT RESULTS

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Since 1996, Tropicana Evansville has celebrated the spirit of the holiday season by hosting charity slot and blackjack tournaments at their Evansville casino in the month of December.  These tournaments are unique in that players’ entry fees are either a new toy valued at $10 or more, or $10 or more in cash.  The generosity of Tropicana Evansville’s players is exhibited through the many toys collected and money donated.  This year’s tournaments were held Wednesday, December 2 through Sunday, December 6.

All proceeds benefit two area organizations, Salvation Army’s Toy Town and Santa Clothes Club. Tropicana Evansville has a 19-year history with both organizations and has donated more than 19,150 toys ($191,500 value) and $38,430 to assist them in their efforts over the years.

Please join Tropicana Evansville’s Sponsorship & Donations Coordinator, Kim Henning, Salvation Army Captain, Scott Strissel and President of Santa Clothes Club, Doug Duell for the announcement of this year’s tournament community charity contribution results on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 9:00AM (CST) in Tropicana Evansville’s riverfront pavilion.

This year, 1,549 toy donations ($15,490 value), was raised for Salvation Army Toy Town and will be distributed to needy families during the holiday season. Also, $2,680 in cash donations will go to Santa Clothes Club to provide new clothing for needy grade school children whose names are obtained through area school programs.

ST. MARY’S MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY OFFERS FREE MAMMOGRAMS FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY

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St. Mary’s Mobile Digital Mammography is coming to your community soon. Digital pictures can be magnified, adjusted and previewed to see certain areas that regular film cannot. There are fewer retakes and sharper images. Digital mammograms use less radiation, making them safer for patients.  All screenings include mammograms and education about breast health and early detection of breast cancer.

Participants must meet the following criteria to be eligible:

  • You must be between 35 to 40 years old to receive your baseline (or initial) mammogram.
  • Annual mammograms should begin at age 40.
  • It must have been at least one year since your last mammogram.
  • Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance are accepted.
  • Assistance is available for those who qualify.

St. Mary’s received the “Sharing the Vision: Early Detection of Breast Cancer” grant from the Greater Evansville Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Foundation, and the Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust “Power of  Hope” grant,  which helps fund the screenings.

To schedule your screening or for more information, please call St. Mary’s Wellness Center at 1.877.580.3883 or 812.485.5723.

Here is the Mobile Digital Mammogram schedule through February 2016.

  • St. Mary’s Breast Center, 100 St. Mary’s Epworth Crossing, Newburgh, IN

Wednesday, December 30th

8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, January 6th

8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

  • Memorial Baptist Church, 605 Canal Street, Evansville, IN

Tuesday, January 19th

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

  • Tulip Tree Family Health Care, 123 N McCreary St., Ft. Branch, IN

Thursday, February 4th

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

  • Lynnville United Methodist Church, 210 E 3rd St. Lynnville, IN

Thursday, February 11th

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

15 ANNUAL “CHRISTMAS IN THE HOOD” SPONSORED BY COINS

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On December 19, 2015 is the 15 Annual “CHRISTMAS IN THE HOOD” to be held at the CK Newson Center.  The event begins at 10:00 am till the toys ruin out.

Breakfast will be served to the kids in attendence and is sponsored by Bob Evans Restaurant Evansville.

New bikes will be given away during a drawing to 10 lucky kids.  The bikes to be given away were purchased and donated by Fedder’s Properties .  Santa shall be there to present toys and the bikes to the lucky winners.

The event sponsor is “COINS”.  If you would like to help or donate to this event you can contact Civic leader FRED COOK at  812-303-0128 or 812-589-3120.

Tickets for Wichita State game going fast

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Under 100 tickets remain for the University of Evansville men’s basketball game against Wichita State that is set for January 31.

 

With the sales going this well, the upper bowl will be open for the game.  To ensure a great seat, you can still purchase MVC Mini Plans.  You can purchase tickets to five games for as low as $55.  In that package, you get a ticket to the Wichita State, Loyola and Southern Illinois games along with two other conference contests of your choice.

 

For more information or to purchase your tickets, call 812-488-ACES or visit the Carson Center or Ford Center ticket offices.

 

ANOTHER CHANCE FOR ANIMALS, INC TO HOST 2nd ANNUAL “PAWS FOR A CAUSE BIG SHOW EXTRAVAGANZA”

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Another Chance for Animals, Inc. will host “Paws for a Cause Big Show Extravaganza” on Saturday, March 12, 2015 beginning at 5:00PM to raise funds for the rescue.  Another Chance for Animals is dedicated to the rescue, care and placement of homeless animals in the area, working diligently to find forever homes and loving families for these animals.  This year’s event will be held at the Tropicana Evansville Executive Conference Center in Walnut A & B.  The fundraising event will feature musical entertainment by the Allen Tate & Chuck Gee Duo, Tom Small, Nick Hamilton, Tony Henning and Jenny’s Bad Hair Day.  Comedian Gavin Eddings will entertain the crowd with the performance of a solo improv act.  In addition, there will be a cocktail hour, silent auction and a delicious meal.

Purchase your tickets online at  paws-for-a-cause2016.eventbrite.com.  $40 per person or $375 for a reserved table of 10.  Ticket sales will only be available through March 4, 2016.

For more information contact:
Kim Henning,  Event Chairperson, at 503-453-3626 or baxtersmom01@gmail.com

Governor Pence Announces Plan to Build a New State-of-the-Art Neuro-Diagnostic Institute

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Governor Mike Pence today unveiled the state’s plans to build a new state-of-the-art neuro-diagnostic institute that will provide major advancements to Indiana’s public mental health delivery system. The institute, scheduled to begin serving patients in 2018, will be a key component of the state’s initiative to improve Indiana’s network of state-operated mental health facilities.

 

“This new institute will serve as the centerpiece of our ongoing commitment to improve mental health care and address the scourge of addictions in Indiana,” said Governor Pence. “This new institute is another part of our strong commitment to improving health care in Indiana and to caring for our most vulnerable fellow citizens, including those living in poverty, with disabilities and impaired from psychiatric illnesses, brain diseases and addictions.”

 

This new 159-bed institute is projected to have the capacity to treat 1,500 patients each year. With the establishment of the new institute, which will be located on the campus of Community East Hospital in Indianapolis and operated in partnership with Community Health Network, Indiana will be better equipped to deliver expert neuro-diagnostic evaluations and treatment for patients upon their arrival and move them more efficiently and effectively into the most appropriate treatment settings within the state’s mental health system.

 

“’Neuro’ is a word that pertains to the brain,” said Dr. John Wernert, Secretary of the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA). “’Diagnostic’ reflects the techniques used in diagnosing illnesses.”

 

Dr. Wernert explained that the focus of this new institute would be on the precise diagnosis and assertive treatment of brain-based disorders, including:

  • acute and chronic mental illness
  • chronic addictions
  • intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • traumatic brain injury
  • neuro-degenerative illnesses such as Alzheimer’s disease

 

Dr. Wernert said precise and comprehensive diagnosis drives more effective treatment and better outcomes for patients. He added the term “neuro-diagnostic” also encompasses the integration of medical care, which will be made possible by locating the institute at Community East Hospital.

 

“As a practicing psychiatrist, I recognize that advances in brain research and clinical care of mental disorders have made it imperative that we strive to significantly move our public mental health delivery system forward,” said Dr. Wernert. “FSSA is engaged in an ongoing effort to integrate the state’s mental health facilities and other elements of the public mental health system into a comprehensive, integrated mental health network. This new, cutting-edge neuro-diagnostic treatment center will complement the development of the state-operated facility network and significantly improve the quality of care.”

 

Construction will begin on the institute in April of 2016 and it will open for patient admissions in late 2018. It will eventually replace one of the state’s six current facilities, Larue Carter Hospital in Indianapolis, which will be phased out of operation.

 

“As the largest provider of mental health services in Indiana, we know firsthand the desperate need that exists for these services,” said Bryan Mills, president and CEO of Community Health Network. “We are committed to training providers through our psychiatric residency program and we are honored to work with the state to provide cutting-edge services through the Indiana Neuro-Diagnostic Institute.”

 

This new facility represents a novel model of care for Indiana and will be a Center of Excellence and best practices, where modern genetic and imaging techniques will drive precise diagnosis and appropriate treatment regimens that maximize recovery and stable community placements.

 

Co-locating the institute with an acute care hospital and clinical partner will leverage the emergency services, specialty medical care and neuro-diagnostic techniques of the clinical partner, and provide needed integrated medical services currently unavailable to patients throughout the state system.

 

EVSC Culinary Arts Program Named to Elite 50

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The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation’s Culinary Arts Program at the Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center (SICTC) was named to the 2016 Elite 50 Hospitality Program, an exclusive group of high schools and career and technical schools from across the country. The program is offered through the National Center for Hospitality Studies at Sullivan University, Kentucky’s largest private college.

 

“Congratulations to the EVSC Culinary Arts program and Chef Ed at SICTC on being recognized as one of the Top 50 programs in the nation,” said James Cavin, advisory member and executive chef, Hamilton Pointe Health & Rehabilitation Center. “I am always impressed with the caliber of student talent coming from Chef Ed at the career center and how it contributes to grow our local hospitality industry. Great job future chefs!”

 

The 50 schools making the list excel in the areas of culinary arts, baking and pastry arts, and/or hospitality management. To earn a spot on the list, schools had to participate in state competitions such as SkillsUSA, submit an original recipe with photos, create videos and/or brochures that include information about the program, and submit essays from students about why they want to pursue a career in hospitality. Special consideration also is given to programs that operate a restaurant or offer catering services, both of which the EVSC’s Culinary Arts program does.

 

“This is such a great honor for us,” said Chef Ed Ellis, EVSC culinary arts instructor. “Being named one of the top 50 culinary arts programs at the high school level in the nation proves that what we are doing here in Evansville, Ind., not only has an impact on our students and their futures, but also on the entire community.”

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