Home Blog Page 6109

RECAP OF THE 2015 CITY COUNTY OBSERVER “COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD” WINNERS

0

RECAP OF THE 2015 CITY COUNTY OBSERVER “COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD” WINNERS

The City-County Observer is pleased to announce the first annual awards ceremony for the “Community Service Award”. This award recognizes 8 local individuals, all under 45 years of age, who have given back to our community through enhancing employment opportunities, giving back to charitable organizations, or creating economic growth. Individuals who have earned this recognition have gone above and beyond the call of duty to give back to the Greater Evansville Area. Winners of the award will be recognized on Monday, June 15, 2015 at the Tropicana Casino.

Recipients Of This Award Include:

*Amy Rivers-Word the face of Lamasco Bar and Grill, and a driving force behind the Franklin Street Events Association. Her efforts have lead to an overall revitalization of the Franklin Street area and hopes to bring the same vibrant economy back to the historic Haynie’s Corner in Evansville.

*Jacob Pendleton is the current vice president for Dunn Hospitality Group (DHG) where he has served for 8 years. He currently serves as Past President of the Evansville Hotel Association, and during his time with DHG was the general manager for the Hilton Garden Inn and pre-opening manager for the new Courtyard by Marriott.

*Nick Hermann is the prosecuting attorney for Evansville and leads a team of 65 individuals who work on over 40,000 cases every year. This office represents the state of Indiana in felony, misdemeanor, infraction, juvenile, and child support cases. The Vanderburgh County “We Tip” program received that program’s highest honor “the National Safety Award” in 2014, due to the quantity and quality of tips received through the program. Previously Mr. Hermann earned the CCO’s Public Servant of the year award in 2013, and in April of 2015 was awarded the Paul Farmer Humanitarian Award by the Coalition of Inner City Neighborhoods for his work with organizations that mentor youth in our city.

*Stacy McNeill is the Director of Marketing at the Tropicana of Evansville. Her high visibility in the community and her years of experience in the industry make her a key member in many of the areas that drive the Tropicana and the local economy. She currently serves as a board member for the Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana, and formerly has served on boards for the Evansville Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, the Growth Alliance for Greater Evansville, and the Freedom Festival Foundation.

*Chase Kelly is the vice president for Corporate Communications for Vectren Corporation. She serves on a number of boards including the Indiana Energy Association, the Edison Electric Institute, and the American Gas Association. Mrs Kelly servs as the president for the board of directors of Youth Resources of Southwest Indiana, and is a volunteer for Lakeview Optimist Club youth basketball and Junior Warriors softball.

*Brian Bennett the entrepreneur behind the Penny Lane Coffeehouses, News 4U, and Tri-state Bride, has made a tremendous impact on the community through his ability to sway opinion and promote his business. He has donated hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars to several different charities and organizations around the Tri-State from cMoe to 911 Gives Hope, the Humane Society, Holly’s House, March of Dimes, and the Haynie’s Corner Arts District Association.

*Joseph Langerak IV, member of both the Indiana and Kentucky Bar Associations, is a recipient of the Young Lawyer of the Year award, and member of the Leadership Evansville Association. As a member of Jackson Kelly PLLC, his concentration is in business and commercial litigation with emphasis on business and commercial transactions, construction matters, real estate, banking and finance, and creditor rights.

*Stephanie Terry who has a Master’s degree in Health Services Administration is the current director of the Koch Family Children’s Museum of Evansville, a Vanderburgh County Council member and on several boards including those for the Commission on homelessness and the Community Corrections Advisory. She is also a member of the YWCA Pay Equity Task Force.

The City-County Observer is proud to recognize these outstanding citizens as people who have shown excellence in developing the community in which they live through their efforts in politics, law, business, and charity.

Please take time and vote in todays “Readers Poll”. Also we just posted the current City County Observer TRI-STATE VOICES TV show for you’re viewing pleasure.

Copyright 2015 City County Observer. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Daily Off Topic Forum May 21, 2015

3

Junior Achievement and University of Evansville Partnership Bringing Celebrity Entrepreneur Daymond John to Speak at Free Evansville Event October 20

0

 

Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana and the University of Evansville announced a partnership today to bring celebrity entrepreneur, Daymond John, to Evansville this fall. The free public event will be held at 7:00 p.m. on October 20, 2015, at the Victory Theatre in downtown Evansville.

 

“Collaborating with Junior Achievement was a natural fit,” says UE president Tom Kazee. “Both JA and UE support the education of all students at all levels. We empower future generations to make a difference in the world by providing them with a rich educational foundation.”

 

The event, An Evening with Daymond John, will serve as both the culmination of JA’s 50th anniversary celebrations as well as this year’s special event for UE’s annual Patricia H. Snyder Concert and Lecture Series, which brings renowned speakers to Evansville at no cost to the public.

 

“This wonderful collaboration with UE comes at a perfect time for our organization as we celebrate 50 years of educating students in financial literacy, work readiness and especially entrepreneurship,” says Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana president Theo Boots. “Even if someone never owns a business, entrepreneurial skills can be applied to any career to enhance performance and quality of life. We are excited for Daymond to share his wisdom and life experiences with the people of our communities.”

 

Over the last 20 years, John has evolved from one of the most successful fashion icons of his generation to a highly sought after branding expert, author, consultant, and speaker. John’s creative vision and strong knowledge of the marketplace created FUBU (For Us By Us), one of the most iconic fashion icons in recent years.

 

In 2009, John joined the cast of the ABC entrepreneurial business show, Shark Tank, and has since become a household name.  On the show, John and four other prominent executives listen to business pitches from everyday people hoping to launch their company or product to new heights.

 

“John’s entrepreneurial success aligns well with the ‘anything is possible’ message we send to our students at both UE and JA,” says Kazee. “His expertise will provide students with sound advice for pursuing their dreams and goals in the future.”

 

For more information about the partnership and the event, please see the attached press release, visit www.evansville.edu/jaswin/daymond or call University Relations at 812-488-2241 or Junior Achievement at 812-425-8152.

 

MAY 21, 2015 IS IT TRUE

32

IS IT TRUE we hear the extremely talented and popular General Manager Jason Gregorec is leaving Tropicana-Evansville on May 31, 2015? … Mr. Gregorec is leaving Tropicana-Evansville just after he mastermind the move to bring Tropicana on dry land?  …he brought great new energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to promote new ideas and exciting changes to Tropicana?  …Jason shall be missed and we wish him only the best in his next venture?

IS IT TRUE we just notice that the Courier and Press at high noon posted that Jason Gregorec is leaving Tropicana at the end of the month?  …we are happy that they continue to read the CCO for ‘Breaking News”?

IS IT TRUE our sources made an error when they alleged the percentages of the Homestead Tax Credits that have been given to us the past few years were: 2014-6.66%, 2013-6.16%, and 2012-7.05%?  … we got tired of waiting for the City Controller Russ Lloyd , Jr to share some light if  the above figures are correct or not?  … we contacted the Vanderburgh County Auditor office to see if our published Homestead Tax Credit percentages were correct?  …we found out that our sources were wrong?  …according to the Vanderburgh County Auditors  office the correct Homestead Tax Credit percentage  are: 2012-6.15, 2013-6.65 and 2014-6.21?  …we now wait to hear from the Mayor and  City Council Finance Chairman if a 8% Homestead Tax increase was recommend and approved for 2012 to 2014?

IS IT TRUE  we were informed by a couple of Evansville Fireman that advertising is being allowed to be printed on the back of an emergency vehicle?  …we checked out their complaints and found indeed they are correct?  …the advertised message printed on the back of a Fire Department SUV vehicle is “Proudly Supporting the Evansville Fire Department and our Community”?  …that this advertisement is printed on the back of Fire Department SUV vehicle #13-09? …could it be possible that this vehicle was donated to the fire  department by the auto dealership in lieu of advertising?  …we wonder what our readers think about this practice?

IS IT TRUE we have also have been informed by the same Firefighters that at the downtown Fire Station #1,  select fireman are allowed to do maintenance and major repairs to their personal vehicles inside the Rescue Squad storage building? …we wonder what our readers think about the policy of  allowing Fireman fixing their personal vehicle on city time, city property?

IS IT TRUE that Waco Texas police asked rival motorcycle gangs on Tuesday to put aside their differences after a weekend brawl at a Waco restaurant?  … the brawl left nine people dead and 18 injured, that led to the police calling for a halt to the carnage and threats of revenge attacks?   …we wonder why the local WACO police keep babying these thugs and finally stop trying to be nice to them?  …do your job and lock ‘em up?

IS IT TRUE on Monday evening at the City Council meeting, we observed citizens upset about funds for animal care not being accounted for? …we were surprised that some citizens thought City Council was responsible for the problem?  …the person who is totally responsible for this lack of accountability problem is none other than City Controller, Russ Lloyd,  Jr?

Please take time and vote in todays “Readers Poll”. Also we just posted the current City County Observer TRI-STATE VOICES TV show for you’re viewing pleasure.

Copyright 2015 City County Observer. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

US News gives USI’s MSN program top marks for veterans

0

 

According to new data released by U. S. News and World Report on May 19, the University of Southern Indiana’s Graduate Nursing Program has been ranked 32nd in the country in the category of Best Online Programs for Veterans. The rankings, now in their third year, identify 737 programs that provide veterans with high-quality, flexible online education options.

The MSN program, offered by USI’s College of Nursing and Health Professions, strives to prepare nurses at an advanced practice level, who demonstrate professional leadership and foster a research climate in the practice of nursing. “We are pleased to offer a graduate nursing program that provides flexibility as well as a value-based, quality education for our Veterans,” said Dr. Ann White, dean of USI’s College of Nursing and Health Professions.

To qualify for the Best Online Programs for Veterans rankings, an online degree program had to report participation in two key programs that offer educational benefits to people with military service. The rankings methodology requires programs to belong to institutions that are certified for the GI Bill; they must also belong to schools participating in the Yellow Ribbon Program or to public institutions that charge in-state tuition for all out-of-state veterans. To be ranked, programs also had to be among the top 75 percent of schools in the overall 2015 Best Online Programs rankings, which were released earlier this year. Those programs were assessed for various factors, including affordability, faculty credentials, student services and reputation.

“The University of Southern Indiana has always prided itself on the programs and relationships that it offers to veterans of all eras, both on and off campus,” said Joel Matherly, manager of USI’s Veteran Support Services. “This ranking is just another testament to the dedication of our faculty and staff in the College of Nursing and Health Professions and our campus as a whole.”

USI’s MSN degree offers specialty areas for Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Nursing Education (NE), Nursing Management and Leadership (NML), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), and Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP).

The College of Nursing and Health Professions also offers online courses toward a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with two areas of study concentration: advanced practice and systems and organizational leadership. The practice- focused doctorate prepares experts in advanced nursing with emphasis placed on innovative, evidence-based practice that reflects the application of credible research findings.

Both programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

St. Mary’s Hospital for Women & Children Birth Records

0

 

Kayla and Jonathan VanCleave, Evansville, daughter, Adalyn Noelle, May 11

Sarah and Daniel Kissel, Evansville, son, Logan Daniel, May 11

Sarah and Paul Cross, Evansville, son, Cameron Robert, May 11

Abigail and Patrick Allison, Chandler, Ind., son, Matthew Carson, May 12

Britney and Tormarr Bell, Henderson, Ky., daughter, Scarlett Arieanna Marie, May 12

Jessica and Sean Jensen, Evansville, daughters, Sophie Rose, and Lucy Elizabeth, May 12

Jessica Jones and Brandon Hall, Evansville, son, Levi Ray, May 12

Rebecca Cearfoss and Seth Burns, Evansville, son, Tennison Elijah, May 12

Sarah McGee and Donald Molstad, Mount Carmel, Ill., son, Liam Anthony, May 12

Whittney Griffin and Justin Boner, Mount Carmel, Ill., daughter, Raven Skye Dawn, May 12

April and Joseph Levitt, Newburgh, Ind., son, Sullivan Harper, May 13

Melissa and Ryan Abshier, Evansville, son, Riley Mark, May 13

T’Keyah Coates and Tyler Price, Henderson, Ky., son, Khalil Kingston, May 14

Amy and David Smith, Evansville, daughter, Cecilia Wren, May 15

American Flag Retirement Services Offered

0

Students at Oak Hill Elementary School’s Building Bridges Club, offers an American Flag Retirement Service.  Worn out flags given to the school will be retired with honor at a retirement ceremony.  There is a box in the front lobby of the school to collect flags or they may be sent through U.S. mail, to 7700 Oak Hill Drive, Evansville, IN 47711.

 

Although the last day of school is Friday, May 22, the buildings will be open and a variety of school personnel will still be working through June 1.

BOARD OF PUBLIC SAFETY 05/13/15 MINUTES

0

Board of Public Safety MINUTES

Justices find nature of murders supports death penalty

0

Jennifer Nelson for www.theindianalawyer.com

A Gary man who shot and killed his wife and her two children at close range will remain on death row, the Indiana Supreme Court concluded Wednesday.

Kevin Charles Isom was convicted of three counts of murder for the 2007 shooting deaths of wife, Cassandra, and his 13-year-old stepdaughter, Ci’Andria Cole, and 16-year-old stepson, Michael Moore. All three victims were shot multiple times with various weapons. The SWAT team responded to the incident and eventually gained entry to Isom’s apartment, finding him in a bedroom with the guns and blood from all three victims on his clothing.

The jury recommended the death penalty and the trial court sentenced Isom to three death sentences to be served consecutively.

In Kevin Charles Isom v. State of Indiana, 45S00-0803-DP-125, Isom appealed, raising several claims, including that certain for-cause challenges of certain jurors should have been granted; his jury instruction on voluntary manslaughter should have been given and allegations of prosecutorial misconduct.

The justices rejected all of his claims, finding no error by the judge to not dismiss certain jurors and the lack of sudden heat to support an instruction on voluntary manslaughter. Comments by the prosecutor during the penalty phase – that Isom failed his wife as a partner and his children as a father – stepped over the line because it is misconduct for a prosecutor to request a jury to return a death penalty for anything other than the mitigating factors are outweighed by the aggravating factor or factors, Justice Robert Rucker wrote. But Isom did not object at trial to the state’s remarks and they do not amount to fundamental error. Any harm done by the remark was minimal and not substantial based on the other evidence, the justices held.

His death sentence is appropriate given the nature of the crimes, but the trial court erred in imposing consecutive life sentences. The death penalty is not a “term of imprisonment” that would allow for the imposition of consecutive sentences, so the trial court exceeded its statutory authority by ordering the death sentences served consecutively, Rucker wrote.

The case is remanded for the trial court to issue a new sentencing order.

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

0
SPONSORED BY DEFENSE ATTORNEY IVAN ARNAEZ. 
DON’T GO TO COURT ALONE. CALL IVAN ARNAEZ @ 812-424-6671.
1...6,1086,1096,110...7,252Page 6,109 of 7,252