Eagles women’s Basketball advance into the Super 16 of the WNIT

03/24/2025

Eagles women’s Basketball advance into the Super 16 of the WNIT

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball grinded out a 60-51 victory against Campbell University in the second round of the 2025 Postseason Women’s National Invitation Tournament (WNIT) at Liberty Arena, home of the Screaming Eagles, on Sunday night.

With the win, USI advanced to the Super 16 of the WNIT, which is powered by Triple Crown Sports. Following Sunday’s game, the Screaming Eagles learned they will host the University of Buffalo on Thursday at 6 p.m. from Liberty Arena.

Southern Indiana (23-12, 12-8 OVC), which was awarded a first-round bye, welcomed the Campbell Fighting Camels (22-13, 12-6 CAA) for the first-ever meeting between the two programs. Campbell captured a 57-55 victory in the first round over Coastal Carolina University to advance to Sunday’s matchup with the Screaming Eagles.

Southern Indiana grabbed an early four-point lead two and a half minutes into the contest, but Campbell connected on a couple of threes to keep pace with the Screaming Eagles. The Fighting Camels converted at the line late in the first to lead 15-12 before USI’s sophomore forward Chloe Gannon hit a layup in the final seconds to make it a one-point game, 15-14, going to the second period. Defenses made good looks hard to find in the opening quarter, as both sides shot below 35 percent from the floor to begin the game.

Junior guard Ali Saunders got USI rolling to start the second quarter, cashing in two free throws and a straightaway three to propel the Screaming Eagles ahead by four again, 19-15. The game remained close through most of the second period. USI went 6-6 at the foul line in the second to help stay ahead, and a trey by graduate forward Meredith Raley gave the Eagles a 28-22 advantage with two minutes left in the first half. However, Campbell answered with a three to bring USI’s lead down to 28-25 entering halftime.

Out of the intermission, Raley got a quick basket to extend USI’s lead to five, but once again, the Camels had an answer with a three-pointer. The defensive slugfest continued into the middle of the third. With Southern Indiana leading 32-29, Campbell drained another triple to tie the game at the midway point of the third quarter. The USI post players made a big impact late in the period, as the combination of Gannon and graduate forward Madi Webb led to three field goals down the stretch of the third. Southern Indiana led 40-35 heading to the fourth quarter.

Nearly four minutes into the fourth quarter, senior guard Vanessa Shafford swished in a three that erupted the crowd and gave Southern Indiana an eight-point advantage, 45-37. However, a pair of threes by Campbell over the next two minutes got the Camels back within two, 45-43. The Screaming Eagles responded with a basket by Webb and another by Raley off of two steals. Inside the 2:30 mark, Raley made a layup and a three from the top of the arc to push USI’s lead up to nine, 54-45. Although the Camels continued to fight, Southern Indiana knocked down its free throws in the last seconds to secure the second-round win.

Tough defenses kept the shooting percentage below 35 percent by the end of the game. Southern Indiana shot 33 percent (18-54) from the floor and 26 percent (5-19) from three. USI took advantage of trips at the free-throw line shooting 95 percent (19-20). After falling behind early in the battle on the glass, the Eagles came back to tie Campbell at 39 on the boards.

Individually, Raley led the Screaming Eagles with 20 points and added seven rebounds. For Raley, it was her third 20-point effort in the last four outings going back to USI’s run in the Ohio Valley Conference tournament. Webb also finished in double figures with 13 points.

Campbell was held to below 32 percent shooting (18-57) but netted 30 percent (10-33) from outside the perimeter. The Camels were 5-8 for 62.5 percent at the charity stripe. Senior forward Courtney Dahlquist led the Camels and matched a game high with 20 points.

Tickets to Thursday’s game will be on sale at usiscreamingeagles.com and through the USI Ticket Office inside Liberty Arena. Fans can also call (812) 465-1189 for tickets.

Thursday’s game can be seen live with a subscription to ESPN+. 95.7 FM The Spin and 97.7 FM WREF will have radio coverage.

Fans can follow the 2025 Postseason WNIT through X/Twitter (@WomensNIT), Facebook (womensNIT), and the hashtag #WNIT.

Stay tuned to usiscreamingeagles.com and @USIAthletics on social media for more information.

City of Evansville and Vanderburgh County Meetings This Week

03/24/2025

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Here are the public government meetings scheduled for this week:

Name	Date	Agenda
Pigeon Creek Watershed Development Commission	March 24, 2025 – 10:00 AM
Evansville Police Merit Commission	March 24, 2025 – 04:15 PM	Agenda
Design Review Committees – Cancelled	March 25, 2025 – 08:30 AM
Board Of Public Safety	March 26, 2025 – 01:00 PM
County Council P&F Meeting	March 26, 2025 – 03:00 PM
Central Dispatch Board	March 27, 2025 – 08:30 AM
Hearing Authority	March 27, 2025 – 01:00 PM
Board of Public Works	March 27, 2025 – 01:30 PM
Loan Administration Board	March 28, 2025 – 09:30 AM

With the start of spring, CenterPoint Energy reminds customers of tips and available resources to save energy, manage bills and stay safe

03/24/2025

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CenterPoint encourages customers to spring into action to prepare for the warmer temperatures ahead by leveraging tips, tools and resources

Evansville, Ind. – With today marking the start of spring, CenterPoint Energy encourages customers to leverage tools, tips and resources as part of their spring cleaning and preparation. Customers can unlock energy savings through a combination of easy-to-implement tips, remain connected to company programs and stay safe as they complete projects around their homes.

“At CenterPoint, we have tips, tools and programs to help customers save energy and manage their bills. The first day of spring serves as a great reminder that warmer temperatures are approaching, and we encourage our customers to take steps to increase the energy efficiency of their homes so that they can continue to stay comfortable inside year-round while also reducing their energy use. By taking small and easy actions, customers can make a big difference in reducing their monthly energy bills,” said Tony Gardner, Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer at CenterPoint. “We also want to remind customers to keep safety top of mind by taking the time to contact 811 prior to starting any digging projects near their home. By taking this easy step, our customers and community members are taking a critical first step in helping keep themselves, their loved ones and neighbors safe.”

Tips, tools and resources for customers to spring into energy and cost savings

Customers can do the following to help spring into energy and cost savings:

· Perform a spring cleaning by changing or cleaning the filters in HVAC systems: Air conditioning can represent approximately 50 percent of a home’s energy use as outside temperatures increase. Regular maintenance is one of the best ways to extend the life of a home’s system, so swap out or clean filters to minimize costly repairs and keep the system running efficiently.

· Maintain a comfortable temperature indoors year-round: To save energy and reduce cooling costs, use weatherstripping or caulk areas in and around a home where cooled air may escape, such as around windows and doors or where warm air could enter.

· Block the sun’s rays during warmer days: When temperatures increase outside, keep window coverings closed when the sun is shining brightest to maintain a more comfortable indoor temperature.

· Save hot water while maintaining comfort: Showering accounts for 40 percent of a home’s hot water use. Energy-saving showerheads and faucet aerators can help lower energy costs and reduce hot water use without sacrificing comfort.

· Upgrade to more energy efficient appliances and equipment: When replacing appliances and equipment, look for ENERGY STAR®-certified products for increased energy efficiency and cost savings over time. Energy efficiency rebates may be available for qualifying appliances.

Customers can learn more about energy savings tips and tools that help them prepare for the longer and warmer days in addition to ways to manage their monthly energy bills at CenterPointEnergy.com/SavingsTips.

Electric customers encouraged to enroll in Power Alert Service®

In addition to reducing energy use and improving efficiency, customers are encouraged to enroll in CenterPoint Energy’s Power Alert Service® to receive outage details, estimated restoration times (as available or determined) and customer-specific restoration updates in the event of a power outage. With the option to receive updates via phone call, text or email, Power Alert Service® keeps customers informed of restoration progress during an outage.

Call before you dig 

Spring is a great time to begin outdoor home improvement projects. Anyone planning a project that requires digging should contact 811 at least two days prior to starting work to have underground utilities located and marked at no cost. This includes projects done by customers or their contractors, including building a fence, planting trees, installing a deck, placing a mailbox or laying a patio. 

Visit 811BeforeYouDig.com to learn more about 811 and the process to have underground utility lines located and marked. For more information about natural gas safety, visit CenterPointEnergy.com/Safety. 

Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus Spring Season FREE Concerts

03/24/2025

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Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus (2025)

All Concerts are FREE of charge!
Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus’ purpose is to provide musical rehearsals and performances, as well as music education opportunities for adult and school-aged musicians in the southern Indiana area communities, playing great classical music and inspirational songs.
The Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus was founded in 2006, and conducted and instructed by Dennis A. Noon and Nancy V. Noon for the first eleven years of the group’s existence. Both are university-trained and experienced musicians. The Organization is administered by a board of officers elected from the membership and has been incorporated as a 501 (c) 3 tax-exempt organization. The current orchestra conductor is Thomas Hemenway, and the chorus conductor is Christopher N. Price.
Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus has 3 active seasons per year: Spring, Summer and Fall; with 10 to 14 weekly rehearsals each season concluding with 2 or more concerts.
The Musical Organization rehearses and performs in Mt. Vernon, Indiana, but also performs in New Harmony and Evansville, Indiana. Rehearsals are held in Hedges Central Elementary School’s (a surplus facility) music suite which is leased from the Metropolitan School District of Mt. Vernon, IN.
Concerts are held in area churches and concert halls as well as the new Mt. Vernon Riverfront Amphitheater overlooking the Ohio River.
Additionally, the Orchestra and Chorus has performed concerts at The Victory Theatre, Main St., Evansville, IN
Funding for Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus for the past 19 years has been and will continue to be, through ‘seasonal dues’ paid by the members at the beginning of each concert season. Donations from the audiences are also accepted at each of the concert performances. Additionally, Wolfgang has received grants from the George Mesker Music Trust, Eli Lilly and General Electric among others.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

03/24/2025

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

FOOTNOTE: EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.

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Pricop, Gutierrez earn All-Region honors

03/23/2025

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Pricop, Gutierrez earn All-Region honors

VINCENNES, Ind. – Vincennes University freshman Delora Pricop (Satu Mare, Romania) and sophomore Marta Gutierrez (Alicante, Spain) were among the 15 players listed in the 2025 NJCAA Division I All-Region 24 team.

Pricop earned this honor after an outstanding freshman campaign for the Lady Trailblazers, averaging 15.4 points, 11 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game this season.

Pricop led the Lady Blazers with 16 double-doubles in 32 games this season, scoring in double figures 27 times for VU.

Pricop currently ranks 17th in the NJCAA in rebounds per game and third in the Nation in blocks per game.

Pricop’s best scoring game this season came against Shawnee Community College, where she finished with 28 points and 17 rebounds.

Pricop just missed out on a triple double against Jefferson College earlier this season, ending that game with 15 points, 12 rebounds and a season-high eight blocks.

Pricop’s freshman season also earned her 2025 NJCAA Division I Region 24 Freshman of the Year honors.

Pricop was joined on the All-Region 24 team by teammate and sophomore Marta Gutierrez.

Gutierrez finished her sophomore season by averaging 11.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 2.3 steals per game for the Lady Trailblazers.

Gutierrez scored in double figures 18 times this season, including reaching double digit points in the last 14 games this season for VU.

Gutierrez came away with one double-double this season, scoring 11 points and collecting 12 rebounds in VU’s win over Lincoln Trail College in the first round of the Region 24 tournament.

Gutierrez’s best scoring game this past season came against Wabash Valley College, where she finished the game with 21 points, five steals and four rebounds.

Gutierrez also earned the Region 24 Sportsmanship Award this season.

Together this duo helped guide the Lady Trailblazers to a final record of 17-15 this past season, including an 11-5 record against Region 24 opponents.

ALL-REGION 24 TEAM

Player of the Year – Madison Lewis – Wabash Valley

Beautiful Waheed – Wabash Valley

Taylor Horton – John A. Logan

Laniya Richardson – Lincoln Trail

DELORA PRICOP – VINCENNES

Shamya Reid – Wabash Valley

Brock Bittermann – Olney Central

Nakiya Harris – Wabash Valley

Carly Foster – Rend Lake

Isabella Slocum – Olney Central

Keyara Baerga-Plumey – Southwestern Illinois

Jalea Shered – Southwestern Illinois

MARTA GUTIERREZ – VINCENNES

Haley Dillman – Rend Lake

Erin Henry – Wabash Valley

FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR – DELORA PRICOP – VINCENNES

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD – MARTA GUTIERREZ – VINCENNES

USI wins 6-4, takes the series from WIU Screaming Eagles score two in the ninth for Sunday win

03/23/2025

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USI wins 6-4, takes the series from WIU
Screaming Eagles score two in the ninth for Sunday win

MACOMB, Ill. – University of Southern Indiana Baseball scored a pair of runs in the ninth inning to defeat Western Illinois University, 6-4, Sunday afternoon in Macomb, Illinois. USI, which wins the opening series of the 2025 Ohio Valley Conference schedule, is 10-13 overall and 2-1 in the league, while WIU goes 6-14, 1-2 OVC this year.

The Screaming Eagles struck first and built a 3-0 after three-and-a-half frames. Sophomore rightfielder Cameron Boyd sent an RBI single up the middle in the first inning for the 1-0 lead, while sophomore third baseman Parker Martin and junior catcher Micajah Wall singled in runs in the two-run fourth inning.

WIU got on the board in the bottom of the fourth and knotted the game, 3-3. USI regained the lead 4-3 in the sixth on an RBI triple by junior leftfielder Patrick McLellan before the Leathernecks knotted the game at 4-4 in the bottom half of the frame.

The Leathernecks had a chance to take their first lead of the game in the bottom of the eighth with a runner on third with one out, but USI junior shortstop Clayton Slack made two outstanding plays on the infield to strand the man and end the inning.

In the ninth, USI senior centerfielder Khi Holiday led off the inning with a hit before advancing to third on a stolen base and a WIU error. Junior designated hitter Cole Kitchens drove in Holiday two pitches later with the eventual game-winning run on an RBI double to right for the 5-4 lead.

The Eagles pushed the lead to 6-4 with an insurance run when Slack singled to center to drive in junior Hunter Miller, who pinch ran for Kitchens.

WIU would mount a challenge in the ninth, putting runners at second and third with one out in the ninth, but sophomore right-hander Abdriel Figueroa got the final two outs for his first save of the year and as an Eagle.

On the mound, senior right-hander Ian Anderson picked up his first win of the year in relief. Anderson (1-0) pitched a pair of scoreless innings, allowing a hit and a walk and striking out one.

USI senior right-hander Hiroyuki Yamada started and got a no-decision in the contest. Yamada allowed three runs on four hits and three walks, while striking out four.

Up Next for the Eagles:

The Eagles finish its five-game road swing Tuesday when they visit Ball State University for a 3 p.m. first pitch. The Cardinals are 16-9 after being swept by Xavier University over the weekend. Ball State is 6-4 in its last 10 games.

USI trails the Ball State in all-time series, 4-0, after falling 12-5 last spring in Muncie, Indiana.

The Eagles return home to the USI Baseball Field March 28-30 when the Eagles host the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for a three-game OVC series.

Due to the ever-changing weather in March, USI encourages fans to watch for potential schedule changes on USIScreamingEagles.com, X, and Facebook.

Two Juveniles in Custody Following Robbery That Left Three Injured

03/23/2025

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Shortly after 11:30 p.m. on 3/22/2025, officers were dispatched to the 2800 block of Lodge Ave in

reference to a robbery. The caller, who was on their way to the hospital, stated they were robbed and shot at this

location. Officers arrived at the hospital where two male victims were being treated for gunshot wounds. It was

learned that one of the victims suffered life-threatening injuries while the second’s injuries were deemed non-

life-threatening.

Through the course of the investigation, it was determined that the victims had arranged a meeting in the

2800 block of Lodge Ave. The victims were then approached by two males who attempted to rob them. During

the attempted robbery, the two victims were shot. At least one of the victims returned fire before leaving the

scene for the hospital.

While officers were on scene investigating, an additional call was received stating there was a person

shot at an address near the 2800 block of Lodge Ave. Officers responded to the area and located this subject and

learned he was a juvenile. This juvenile was transported to the hospital where it was determined he was one of

the male subjects involved in shooting the victims in the 2800 block of Lodge Ave. This juvenile subject will

continue to be monitored by law enforcement while receiving medical car

Eagles drop Horizon League opener to the Bruins

03/23/2025

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NASHVILLE, Tenn.– University of Southern Indiana Men’s Tennis (3-7, 0-1 Horizon) fell in its Horizon League opener to Belmont University (7-10, 1-0), 7-0, Saturday afternoon.

Doubles
The Screaming Eagles took an early doubles lead, as the duo of freshman Jy Hibbert and junior Axel Sabourin took down the Bruins’ number one doubles team 6-3. Belmont tied the doubles point winning 6-3 over USI’s number three duo of junior Mathys Bove and freshman Adam Koon.

The Bruins clinched the doubles point after senior Quinten Gillespie and sophomore Eytan Michaeli fought hard but fell to 6-4 in the number two spot.

Singles
Sabourin battled in the number two singles, earning a win in the first set, 6-4, before dropping the next two. Bove lost a close number one singles match, after stumbling in the first set, he won the second 7-5. Eventually losing the match in the third 10-7.

Hibbert kept the match tight, losing 7-6 (7-1) in the first set, and falling in set two 6-3.