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RIECKEN RELEASES PLAN FOR CORRECTING CRIME PROBLEM IN EVANSVILLE

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Community Policing Is Best Way To Improve Communication Between Police And Public

Evansville, IN – Last week Mayoral candidate Gail Riecken released her plan on how to fight crime and improve rising crime rates.  Topping the list is using true community policing tactics, increasing relationship with other cities nearby in both Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky to help solve crimes, prioritizing gang crime, improving department morale and offering competitive wages and good benefits to help attract and retain the best trained police officers.

“Under the current administration crime rates in Evansville have risen sharply, up 13% in 2012, up 1% in 2013, and up 28% in 2014,” said Riecken.  “Everyone should be able to feel safe in their neighborhood and especially in their home, but with crime rates rising people are feeling uneasy.  We can start working to improve this by making sure we use real community policing tactics and improve morale within the department and that we can attract and retain the best trained officers possible.”

“Here in Evansville we need true community policing,” said Riecken.  “This means beat police officers that know people who live their neighborhoods.  This will help improve communication between the police and the community.  Riecken continued, “The police department also needs to build relationships in neighboring communities to help deter crime that crosses city and state lines.

See the full plan on www.gailrieckenformayor.com

Gail Riecken is running for Mayor of Evansville and is a former Evansville City Council-woman, Evansville Parks Director, and a current member of the Indiana State House of Representatives.  She is a lifelong Evansville resident, has been married for 

Dr. STEVEN G. BECKER SELECTED AN OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD WINNER FOR 2015

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The City-County Observer is excited to announce that Dr. Steven G. Becker is the Director and Associate Dean of the Indiana University School of Medicine – Evansville. has been selected an “OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD” WINNER FOR 2015.  Since May, of 2011 Dr. Steven Becker, MD, the Director and Associate Dean of Indiana School Medicine-Evansville have been quietly working on attracting the IU Medical School to locate to Evansville. Because of the due diligence of Dr. Becker trying to convince our local and State elected officials to support the IU Medical School is now become a reality.

Dr. Steven Becker,  MD who has been selected an “OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD” WINNER FOR 2015 for his outstanding work on bringing the IU Medical School to Evansville.

This years awards luncheon will be held at Tropicana-Evansville Walnut rooms A and B. The registration begin at 11:30 am, the event officially starts at 12 noon on October 26, 2015. Reservations for this event may be obtain by calling Mollie Drake Schreiber at 812-760-4233 or e-email her at mdarke07@yahoo.com. Deadline for registration is October 15, 2014. Last years event was a sellout.

So far the “Outstanding Community Services Award” winners for 2015 are: Vanderburgh County Commissioner Joe Kifer, well respected local Attorney Joe Harrison, Jr, Indiana State Auditor Suzanne Crouch and former Vanderburgh County Sheriff and 8th District Congressmen Brad Ellsworth, Dr. Dan Adams.

PROFESSIONAL  PROFILE OF  DR.  STEVEN  G. BECKER MD,  DIRECTOR  AND  ASSOCIATE  DEAN  OF  THE  INDIANA  UNIVERSITY  SCHOOL  OF MEDICINE–EVANSVILLE.

Dr. Steven G. Becker is the Director and Associate Dean of the Indiana University School of Medicine – Evansville.  He is currently the Chairperson of Medical Education and Research Partners.  Dr. Becker has been a practicing radiologist in the greater Evansville area since 1986.  He was formerly the Medical Director of Radiology and Vice President of the Medical Staff at St. Mary’s Warrick Hospital, Boonville, as well as the Medical Director and Clinical instructor of Radiology Technologists at St. Mary’s Medical Center and Welborn Hospital.  He was the founding member and president of Southern Indiana Imaging Consultants, which provides radiology services to St. Mary’s and Gibson General Hospital. Dr. Becker has been a volunteer clinical instructor of Radiology Anatomy at IUSM-Evansville since 2001.

Dr. Becker received his bachelor’s of science degree in biology from Brown University and his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Mo. He completed an internship in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, and his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Vanderbilt University Hospital, Nashville, Tenn.

He resides in Vanderburgh County where he enjoys time spent with his wife, Carol,  four children and five grandchildren.

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The Illusionists-Live From Broadway Special Offer

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Today marks the 103rd anniversary of the first time Harry Houdini performed the water torture chamber escape in front of a live audience. He was 38 years old. Andrew Basso, The Escapologist in The Illusionists-Live From Broadwayperforms this very stunt during the show!

To mark this occasion, for one day only , we will be offering $38 tickets for The Illusionists-Live From Broadway by using the passcode: HOUDINI.

This offer is valid on Monday, September 21st only from 10:00am to 10:00pm.

Wednesday, Oct. 14
at 7:30pm

THE ILLUSIONISTS
LIVE FROM BROADWAY

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This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. The Illusionists-Live From Broadway has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non‐stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.

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For details, call Jennifer at 812-435-5770 ext. 202.

POPE FRANCIS IN CUBA

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Dr. Bucshon to Host First Annual Student Leadership Summit

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Eighth District Congressman Larry Bucshon, M.D. will host his first annual Student Leadership Summit for high school students in Indiana’s 8th Congressional District on Monday, October 5, 2015 at Vincennes University’s Green Activities Center.

 

“I’m excited to host my first Student Leadership Summit for high school students here in the Eighth District. We have a great lineup of speakers and leadership activities that will be informative for students who participate,” said Bucshon. “I want to encourage high school teachers to nominate students who exhibit strong leadership qualities in their schools and communities to attend. These students are the future of our state and it’s my hope that they will leave the summit equipped with new skills and knowledge to help them in their endeavors.” 

 

The summit is a unique opportunity for local high school student leaders to hear a wide range of presentations from individuals and groups who have one-of-a-kind stories to share about how they have achieved success. Students will also have the opportunity to build leadership skills through interactive activities facilitated by the University of Evansville’s Leadership Academy.

 

Presenters will include Congressman Larry Bucshon, M.D., former Indiana Governor and Purdue University President Mitch Daniels, owner of Sievers & Companies Mike Sievers, President and CEO of Bestway Express, Inc. Shepard Dunn, and a panel of currently enrolled college students.

 

WHO:                 Congressman Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08)

Mitch Daniels, Former Indiana Governor and current Purdue University President

Mike Sievers, Owner, Sievers & Companies
Shepard Dunn, President & CEO, Bestway Express, Inc.
University of Evansville’s Leadership Academy

WHAT:                First Annual Student Leadership Summit

WHEN:                Monday, October 5, 2015 from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm ET

WHERE:             Vincennes University Green Activities Center, 1002 N 1st St, Vincennes, IN 47591

 

All high schools in Indiana’s Eighth Congressional District were invited to nominate any number of students to attend the summit based on criteria they deem appropriate.

 

Schools who wish to register students or learn more about the Student Leadership summit can do so at: http://bucshon.house.gov/student_summit.

Daily Off Topic Forum September 22, 2015

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Adopt a Pet

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Meet Hampton, an 8-year-old male Retriever mix! Hampton is a laid-back, lower-energy boy. But he still enjoys daily walks! His $100 fee includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, & more! Visit www.vhslifesaver.org or call (812) 426-2563!

 

Adopt a Pet

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 Nugget is a 2 ½ -year-old male! He was hanging out at someone’s house, just as friendly & lovable as can be. It’s hard to take a picture that do his chubby cheeks justice. He’s a BIG boy, and will give snuggles and headbutts until the cows come home. The staff & volunteers just adore him. His fee is only $30 which includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, and more! Visit www.vhslifesaver.org or call (812) 426-2563!

COMEDIAN BRIAN REGAN TO COME TO VICTORY THEATRE

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COMEDIAN BRIAN REGAN ANNOUNCES SPRING 2016 TOUR DATES Victory Theatre- Thursday January 14 at 7:30 PM. – Tickets Go On Sale Monday, Sept. 28, 2015 –

Scott Schoenike
Executive Director
VenuWorks of Evansville, LLC (812) 436-7050 Office sschoenike@venuworks.com

Monday, September 21, 2015

– On Saturday, Sept. 26, Regan Will Star In
Brian Regan: Live from Radio City Music Hall,
Comedy Central’s First-Ever Live Broadcast Of A Stand-Up Special –

Evansville (Sept. 21, 2015) – Comedian Brian Regan announces spring tour dates for his non-stop theater tour, going on sale Monday, Sept. 28, 2015. Brian Regan will make a stop at Victory Theatre Thursday, January 14, at 7:30 PM. The spring leg of the tour will visit 38 cities throughout North America, including Regan’s return to the 12,500-seat EnergySolutions Arena on Tuesday, March 18.

This Saturday, Sept. 26, Regan will make history with the live Comedy Central broadcast of Brian Regan: Live from Radio City Music Hall, the first-ever live broadcast of a stand-up special in Comedy Central’s history.
On Friday, May 8, Regan made his final stand-up performance on the Late Show with David Letterman, his 28th appearance and the most of any comic since the show moved to CBS in 1993.

Regan made a scene-stealing cameo in Chris Rock’s film Top Five, and he was seen in Seinfeld’s Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee. But, it is stand-up comedy that is Regan’s focus, as he’s visiting close to 100 cities each year, and selling out some of the most beautiful venues on the continent.

Tickets may be purchased at Ford Center Ticket Office, www.Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-745-3000.

IS IT TRUE SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

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IS IT  TRUE “Under the Winnecke Administration crime rates in Evansville have risen sharply, up 13% in 2012, up 1% in 2013, and up an unacceptable 28% in 2014″?

IS IT TRUE we were told the shelves at the Zoo are becoming bare because the Controllers office won’t approve any purchases?  … we also hear  that the Vanderburgh County Building Commission can’t even buy staples?

IS IT TRUE that Mayoral Candidate Gail Riecken sent out a memo stating “Winnecke has called in out-of-town reinforcements”? … Riecken says; she’s heard that the State College Republicans are sending people down here to canvas for Mayor Winnecke? …Riecken continued to state; “It seems he can’t find enough supporters here in Evansville to continue to spread his message of overspending and financial mismanagement, so he’s bringing in outside forces?

IS IT TRUE we wonder what City Council is going to do about the Building Commission paying the garbage collection bills out of the Riverboat Demolition Fund?

IS IT TRUE the Courier and Press was all about Community Blight and nothing else on Sunday? …that the Courier and Press staff kept very busy with the online portion removing both negative and neutral but informative posts from the comments resulting in very few posts because there were no pro comments for expanding the Evansville Brownfield’s land banking operations using riverboat funds.

IS IT TRUE that the issue of expanding the Brownfields land banking operation is as the Courier and Press  says “hanging fire”, but not because of the funding issue but the concept itself and the proposed partner in crime–the Brownfields Corp? ..that land banking should not be the cities only focus to solve the Community Blight problem?   …that the Brownfields has lost its primary funding source, HUD funds, because it was discovered that their land banking operating over the last five years was not an authorized use of HUD funds, and they are now left high and dry?

IS IT TRUE that the COURIER AND PRESS is correct that the city was allocated about $2.2 million in funding from the Indiana Hardest Hit Blight Elimination Program (BEP) in 2014, but misleads the public in the facts of the program? …that the program, although a federal program, was launched with a simple contract between the US department of Treasury and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) almost three years ago that stated simply that the funds were to Demolish vacant, abandoned, homes in the communities affected by the housing crisis? …that language was specific that red tape was to be avoided? …that most of the red tape has been created by the people administering the funding?

IS IT TRUE the COURIER and PRESS is totally wrong and misleading when it says the funding is “designed to help program partners–primarily nonprofits and community development corporations–acquire the properties and carry out and acquiring land or rehabilitating structures”?  …that the original legislated use of these funds was to subsidize mortgage payments to keep people in their homes?   …that because IHCDA did such a lousy job administering the program, remaining funds were re-designated, not to help program partners, but to help the communities where these houses were abandoned? …that the “helping program partners” is a help yourself to the money attitude developed as the money changed hands from the U.S. Department of Treasury through the IHCDA , through city leaders and to the neighborhoods needing zombie houses removed?

Please take time and vote in today’s “Readers Poll”. Don’t miss reading today’s Feature articles because they are always an interesting read. Please scroll at the bottom of our paper so you can enjoy our creative political cartoons.Copyright 2015 City County Observer. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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