USI men’s runners move up; women fall in Top 25
The University of Southern Indiana men’s cross country team moved into a tie for No. 6 in the final U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches’ Association Division II Coaches’ Poll; while USI’s women slipped three spots to No. 14.
USI’s men are coming off a second-place finish at the NCAA Division II Midwest Region Championships. The Screaming Eagles, who battled through illness to claim their 11th straight trip to the NCAA II National Championships, were led by junior Chase Broughton(Marengo, Indiana) and senior Johnnie Guy (Palmyra, Indiana).
Broughton finished ninth to earn his first career All-Region award in cross country, while Guy, who was running despite suffering from flu-like symptoms, finished 22nd to claim his third All-Region honor in cross country.
The Eagles’ women finished fifth at the regional meet to earn their 10th trip to the NCAA II Championships and their first since 2012.
Sophomore Emily Roberts (Fredericktown, Ohio) and senior Jessica Reeves (Midland, Michigan) each earned All-Region honors to lead the Eagles. Roberts finished fifth overall, while Reeves was 16th.
Grand Valley State University, the Midwest Region champions in both the men’s and women’s races, slipped into a tie with Adams State University for No. 1 in the men’s poll. The Lakers held the top spot in the women’s poll; while Adams State was No. 2 and Hillsdale College was No. 3.
USI competes at the NCAA II Championships November 21 in Joplin, Missouri. The women’s race begins at 10 a.m.; while the men’s race is at 11:15 a.m. Race day coverage, including live results, can be accessed at GoUSIEagles.com.
Defenseman Noreau Reassigned to Norfolk Admirals
he Evansville IceMen, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Ottawa Senators and AHL’s Binghamton Senators, and Head Coach Al Sims announced Wednesday that the New York Rangers recalled defenseman Samuel Noreauand reassigned him to the ECHL’s Norfolk Admirals for future considerations.
Noreau joined the IceMen October 14 after he was reassigned by the Rangers through the Greenville Swamp Rabbits. The defenseman from Hull, Quebec played in two games for Evansville. He spent the past two seasons between Greenville and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack.
In a separate transaction, Norfolk signed former IceMen forward Radoslav Illo. The Slovakian winger signed in Evansville in September, but was released before the end of training camp and soon thereafter joined the Tulsa Oilers where he appeared in one game.
Governor Pence Receives Health Policy Award for HIP 2.0
The Indiana Hospital Association (IHA) presented Governor Mike Pence with the 2015 John C. Render Award for Health Policy for his work securing the Healthy Indiana Plan 2.0, or HIP 2.0. The award was presented at IHA’s annual meeting in Carmel.
“I’m honored to receive the John C. Render Award for Health Policy today as a reaffirmation of the broad success and support the Healthy Indiana Plan has garnered since its rollout last January,†said Governor Mike Pence. “Because of the Indiana Hospital Association members here today, as well as the many service providers around the state, Indiana has served as a national leader in reforming Medicaid through the HIP 2.0 program by implementing this consumer-driven model.â€
The John C. Render Award for Health Policy is presented to individuals who have had a significant influence on health care policy affecting Indiana hospitals. This award was created and named for John C. Render whose advocacy for positive health policy has benefitted Hoosiers around the state.
HIP 2.0 is an affordable health insurance program for uninsured adult Hoosiers ages 19-64. Hoosiers can receive medical, dental, and vision coverage and also have the option to receive assistance in purchasing private-market insurance, called HIP Link, through their employers.
VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
 Below is a list of felony cases that were filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.
Bruce Leon Sauer Jr. Possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony
Resisting law enforcement, Level 6 felony
Criminal recklessness, Level 6 felony
Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor
Possession of a synthetic drug or synthetic drug look-alike substance, Class A misdemeanor
Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, Class C misdemeanor
Terronn Rasheen Hillman Theft, Level 6 felony
Jeffery Scott Martin Unlawful possession of a syringe, Level 6 felony
Possessing a look-alike substance, Class C misdemeanor
Thomas Lee Sullivan Domestic battery, Level 6 felony
Interference with the reporting of a crime, Class A misdemeanor
Honoring our veterans
Today marks Veterans Day and an opportunity to thank our military members – both past and present – for their service to our nation.
It’s important we stand up for our men and women in uniform, andtheir families who have sacrificed so much in the name of freedom. We are blessed to live in a country where our rights are guaranteed and power belongs to the people.
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As your state representative, I have supported measures to ease the burden on our state’s military personnel and veterans. In fact, a new law was passed this year to help lower Indiana’s unemployment rate among veterans, as well as extend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to protect members of the Indiana National Guard while they are deployed or serving on active duty.
We can never fully repay the courageous men and women who answered our nation’s call – all for the promise of a safer America. That is why it’s important, not just on Veterans Day but every day, to show our gratitude to those who have served.
Join me on Saturday for the Four Freedoms Veterans parade at 2:30 pm on Riverside Drive in Evansville to celebrate our local veterans.
If you are a veteran, thank you for your service.
May God bless you and continue to bless America.
Sincerely,
State Rep. Wendy McNamara
Evansville Bar Association to Honor Veterans at Veterans Day Celebration
The Evansville Bar Association (EBA) will host its 5th annual Veterans Day Celebration to honor and celebrate the many men and women of the EBA who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The Veterans Day Celebration is being held this year on Wednesday, November 11 at RiRa’s Irish Pub located at 701 NW Riverside Drive starting at 5:00 p.m. The event is open to all EBA Members and the families of EBA Veterans. There will be a video presentation as well as information and pictures about each of the EBA Veterans for viewing. Food and drinks are being underwritten by Bamberger, Foreman, Oswald & Hahn; Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn; Kightlinger & Gray; James Johnson and Joe Langerak, Tuley Law Office and Ziemer, Stayman, Weitzel & Shoulders. Â
Media welcome.
BREAKING NEWS: CHARLES BERGER VIE FOR JUDICIAL NOMINATING COMMITTEE
WELL KNOWN AND HIGHLY RESPECTED LOCAL ATTORNEY CHARLES BERGER VIE FOR APPOINTMENT TO NOMINATING COMMISSION.
Lawyers mostly in southern Indiana are selecting one of their peers to have a say in who will be the next justice appointed to the Indiana Supreme Court.
Four candidates are seeking to replace Stephen L. Williams of Terre Haute on the Judicial Nominating Commission. Williams’ term expires at the end of the year. The commission is expected early next year to interview applicants to replace Justice Brent Dickson, who this week announced he will retire in the spring. The commission will select three finalists from whom Gov. Mike Pence will appoint the next justice.
Vying to replace Williams on the commission are Charles L. Berger, Evansville; Daniel E. Moore, Jeffersonville; Ross E. Rudolph, Evansville; and John M. Westercamp, Zionsville.
Williams is the attorney-elected commission representative from Court of Appeals 1st District. Attorneys in the first district may return ballots to the Supreme Court Clerk’s Office by 4 p.m. Nov. 20. Votes will be counted and a winner announced after that time. Ballots were mailed to eligible attorneys in October.
The judicial selection process to replace Dickson will begin Thursday, when applications will be made available on the Supreme Court website. The Judicial Nominating Commission is expected to interview applicants seeking Dickson’s position sometime in January.
Meanwhile, the term of gubernatorial appointee Tom Rose of Indianapolis, representing COA’s 2nd District, also expires at the end of the year. Gov. Mike Pence has yet to announce an appointment.
The commission consists of three non-lawyer members appointed by the governor, three attorney members elected by eligible attorneys, and is chaired by the chief justice. Members are chosen and elected in staggered terms from each of the state’s three geographical COA districts.
Risley’s Announces Store Closing
Risley Electronics, Inc. dba Risley’s, of Evansville, Indiana announced today it will close its retail store located at 1717 N. Green River Road, Evansville, Indiana 47715 on Saturday, November 21, 2015.
Risley’s currently has 17 full-time and part-time employees.
An Inventory Liquidation Sale started Monday, November 9th and will conclude Saturday, November 21st where all in-stock merchandise will be for sale at significantly reduced prices.
A public auction of remaining inventory, store fixtures and equipment, vehicles, and real estate will be held at a later date, and details will be forthcoming.
President Mark Risley states: “Our business is profitable and financially sound. The closing of our store is necessary because of disagreements between the company’s owners and comes after much discussion and consideration.
“When my parents Dave and Betty started this business in 1958, it was with a focus on innovation, customer service, and integrity, and those principles continue to guide my decisions today. Risley’s is fortunate to have loyal customers, dedicated employees, and supportive vendors, and I thank each of them for their relationship.
“Certainly, Risley’s has seen many changes in the retail electronics industry in the past 57 years, and I intend to continue my interest in and passion for electronics in the Tri-State. I will provide updates about my plans for the future as they are determined.â€