STATEHOUSE – “The governor has once again affirmed his commitment to Hoosier schools and families. As a grandfather, I have a vested interest in the education of our young Hoosiers. Preparing kids for their bright futures is a priority in Indiana, and supporting preschool education is a major building block for a high quality education system. I look forward to continuing our work to further our recent accomplishments and keep Indiana on the right path.â€
The Evansville Water & Sewer Utility (EWSU) has been closely monitoring the impact and issues stemming from the chemical spill, which occurred in Charleston, West Virginia, last week – 700 river miles from Evansville. EWSU is obtaining regular updates and information from the Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission (ORSANCO), the Coast Guard, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM).
The exact time when the chemical plume will reach the Evansville area – and the concentration level – is yet to be determined, as it is dependent upon several factors, including the flow rate (miles per hour) and rain events. The river levels between the dams along the Ohio River will affect its arrival; although, it is estimated to reach our area by the weekend, according to the Coast Guard.
EWSU will examine two key issues as the plume nears our City:
The contaminants from this spill are being monitored at several points along the Ohio River, including Huntington, W. Va.; Ashland, Ky.; Maysville, Ky.; Portsmouth, Ohio; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Louisville, Ky. EWSU receives concentration reports from each location. A report yesterday showed a concentration of 36 parts per billion (ppb) at Huntington, W. Va. The Evansville Water Utility will use carbon treatment if any level of the chemical is detected. This method of treatment has been used effectively by other water
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utilities affected by this chemical spill. Also, this particular chemical omits a sweet odor even at very low concentrations. The carbon treatment will help minimize an odor that might be present.
The Utility will conduct routine tests on the intake water daily, as usual; however, the organic components will be more closely watched. The Utility is planning to apply its activated carbon mixture material to all intake water, which will act to absorb any organic contaminants in the river water. Additionally, the Utility will look at the GC and GCMS readouts for 4-methylcyclohexane methanol (MCHM) contamination.
The Evansville Water & Sewer Utility is a member of ORSANCO and coordinates monitoring and policy matters with and through that organization. EWSU’s equipment is tied with ORSANCO’s monitoring system via the Internet, enabling the Utility to draw from ORSANCO’s expertise in reading scans and making determinations regarding questionable components that may be observed in the intake water. EWSU is in constant contact with ORSANCO and the Coast Guard on any spills that occur along the Ohio River from Pittsburgh, Pa, to Cairo, Ill., where the Ohio River discharges into the Mississippi River.
We will continue to keep the community informed as we learn more about the spill’s impact to Evansville’s water supply.
STATEHOUSE – State Representative Holli Sullivan (R-Evansville) is pleased to honor ExceptionalSheets.com with an Economic Development and Growth through Entrepreneurship (EDGE) Award presented by Indiana’s Lieutenant Governor, Sue Ellspermann.
The EDGE Awards are given by the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) to organizations that are either established, like ExceptionalSheets.com, or emerging small businesses. These awards are presented each year to 20 small businesses that have accomplished measurable economic impact in Indiana communities.
“Businesses like ExceptionalSheets.com are what help our economies grow and thrive,†said Rep. Sullivan. “I congratulate Paul Saunders and Exceptional Sheets on this award and thank them for their positive impact on our community. Paul’s successful business is a great example of how E-commerce can play a vital role in growing the economy of southwest Indiana.â€
ExceptionalSheets.com is a U.S. Veteran owned and operated company in Evansville that began over five years ago by owner and award recipient Paul Saunders. They offer a variety of sheet and towel sets that are guaranteed to be first-class luxury products. Their mission is to deliver the best customer service whether it is online or elsewhere.
Visit www.exceptionalsheets.com to learn more about this company.
“I applaud Governor Pence, who shared many of the same concerns my colleagues and I have expressed, during his State of the State Address. Whether we are discussing employment, the health of families or preschool education, it is important to work together in order to make Indiana a better place to live and raise a family.â€
“Indiana’s business climate is one of the best in the nation, and we must continue to keep our state competitive in order for Hoosier businesses to expand and grow. Most importantly, we must always work together to improve our state, and I was delighted that the governor expressed his continued commitment to making Indiana the best place to live for Hoosier families.â€
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Evansville Police continue to investigate a double shooting in the 100 block of W. Oregon. Investigators are trying to determine who shot Angie Mueller and Mark Baughn.
Mueller initially listed two possible suspects; however, she later said that she did not actually see who shot her. Investigators have interviewed several people and collected evidence from the scene, but do not have enough information to charge anyone in the case at this time. The case remains open.
Anyone with information is asked to call EPD at 436-7979.
Statement Re: Charleston, W.Va., chemical spill and its downstream impact on Evansville’s Water Supply
The Evansville Water & Sewer Utility (EWSU) has been closely monitoring the impact and issues stemming from the chemical spill, which occurred in Charleston, West Virginia, last week – 700 river miles from Evansville. EWSU is obtaining regular updates and information from the Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission (ORSANCO), the Coast Guard, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM).
The exact time when the chemical plume will reach the Evansville area – and the concentration level – is yet to be determined, as it is dependent upon several factors, including the flow rate (miles per hour) and rain events. The river levels between the dams along the Ohio River will affect its arrival; although, it is estimated to reach our area by the weekend, according to the Coast Guard.
EWSU will examine two key issues as the plume nears our City:
1. The concentration of the chemical in the Ohio River – The Utility uses monitoring systems – gas chromatograph (GC) at its intake building and gas chromatograph mass spectrometer (GCMS) in the water plant lab. Those systems are used to determine if any of the chemical is detectable at our location.
2. Whether the chemical floats on the surface, mixes completely or sinks – The City’s water intake pumps pull water at a depth of several feet from the river bottom. The dilution effect at the Ohio River will have a large bearing on the level of detection in Evansville.The contaminants from this spill are being monitored at several points along the Ohio River, including Huntington, W. Va.; Ashland, Ky.; Maysville, Ky.; Portsmouth, Ohio; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Louisville, Ky. EWSU receives concentration reports from each location. A report yesterday showed a concentration of 36 parts per billion (ppb) at Huntington, W. Va. The Evansville Water Utility will use carbon treatment if any level of the chemical is detected. This method of treatment has been used effectively by other water utilities affected by this chemical spill. Also, this particular chemical omits a sweet odor even at very low concentrations. The carbon treatment will help minimize an odor that might be present.
The Utility will conduct routine tests on the intake water daily, as usual; however, the organic components will be more closely watched. The Utility is planning to apply its activated carbon mixture material to all intake water, which will act to absorb any organic contaminants in the river water. Additionally, the Utility will look at the GC and GCMS readouts for 4-methylcyclohexane methanol (MCHM) contamination.
The Evansville Water & Sewer Utility is a member of ORSANCO and coordinates monitoring and policy matters with and through that organization. EWSU’s equipment is tied with ORSANCO’s monitoring system via the Internet, enabling the Utility to draw from ORSANCO’s expertise in reading scans and making determinations regarding questionable components that may be observed in the intake water. EWSU is in constant contact with ORSANCO and the Coast Guard on any spills that occur along the Ohio River from Pittsburgh, Pa, to Cairo, Ill., where the Ohio River discharges into the Mississippi River.
We will continue to keep the community informed as we learn more about the spill’s impact to Evansville’s water supply.
Lloyd Winnecke, Mayor City of Evansville
Allen Mounts, Executive Director Evansville Water and Sewer Utility
 
 
Posey County – Criminal charges for Arson have been filed against a 25-year-old Mt. Vernon man after an Indiana State Police investigation revealed he intentionally set fire to his residence on New Year’s Day.
Indiana State Police detectives launched a criminal investigation on January 1 after receiving information that a suspicious fire heavily damaged a Mt. Vernon home. During the investigation it was determined that Jack Anderson, 25, allegedly strangled, battered and threatened his live-in girlfriend during the early morning hours on New Year’s Day. Mt. Vernon Police arrived at the residence, but Anderson had already left. His girlfriend did not require medical attention. After Anderson’s girlfriend left the residence to stay with family, he allegedly returned to the residence they shared and started a fire inside the home causing extension damage. A neighbor called 911 reporting the fire at 6:07 a.m. The fire was eventually extinguished by Mt. Vernon Fire Department.
Later that day, Anderson turned himself in at the Posey County Jail for the charges stemming from battering his girlfriend. Anderson was arrested by Mt. Vernon Police for Intimidation with a Deadly Weapon, Strangulation and Domestic Battery.
The arson investigation was turned over to the Posey County Prosecutor’s Office for their review. Criminal charges for Arson were filed against Anderson on January 10th. Anderson is still incarcerated in the Posey County Jail and currently being held on a $200,000 cash bond.
Investigating Officers: Detective Toni Walden, Detective Tobias Odom and
Detective/Sergeant Brad Cieslack, Indiana State Police
Enrollment for full-day kindergarten in the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation will begin Tuesday, February 18, at all EVSC elementary schools.
In order to enroll, children must be five years old on or before August 1, 2014. Parents or legal guardians will need to be present and provide a copy of the child’s legal birth certificate (hospital certificates cannot be considered) at the time of enrollment.
Once the student is enrolled, each school will give parents an enrollment packet and other items of interest to new enrollees. In addition, each school will host orientation meetings on Tuesday, April 1.
There are currently 21 schools in the EVSC serving kindergarten students. The school district a child will attend is based on where a student and parent reside. Individuals unsure in which school district their home resides are encouraged to call any EVSC elementary school or the EVSC Administration Building at 435-8453. Parents also can visit www.evscschools.com and select Parent at the top to access information on kindergarten enrollment.
EVSC schools enrolling kindergarten students include:
Caze, 2013 S. Green River Road, 477-5567Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Cedar Hall, 2100 N. Fulton Avenue, 435-8223
Cynthia Heights, 7225 Big Cynthiana Rd., 435-8740Â Â Daniel Wertz, 1701 S. Red Bank, 435-8312
Delaware, 700 N. Garvin St., 435-8227Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Dexter, 917 S. Dexter Ave., 476-1321
Evans, 2727 N. Evans Ave., 435-8330 Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Fairlawn, 2021S. Alvord Blvd., 476-4997
Glenwood, 901 Sweetser Ave., 435-8242Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Harper, 21 S. Alvord Blvd., 476-1308
Hebron, 4400 Bellemeade Ave., 477-8915Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Highland, 6701 Darmstadt Rd., 867-6401
Lincoln, 635 Lincoln Ave., 435-8235Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Lodge, 2000 Lodge Ave., 477-5319
Oak Hill, 7700 Oak Hill Rd., 867-6426Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Scott, 14940 Old State Rd., 867-2427
Stockwell, 2501 N. Stockwell Rd., 477-5345Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Stringtown, 4720 Stringtown Rd., 435-8320
Tekoppel, 111 N. Tekoppel Ave., 435-8333Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Vogel, 1500 Oak Hill Rd., 477-6109
West Terrace, 8000 West Terrace Dr., 435-8733
