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Foam Party | Aug 2

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Event Details:

Date: Saturday, Aug 2

Time:  2 PM

Location: Willard Park

 

Foam Party in the Park – Summer Reading Grand Finale!

 

We’re ending the summer with a splash! Join us Saturday, August 2 at 2 PM for our Summer Reading Grand Finale: Foam Party in the Park!

 

Get ready to dance, play, and celebrate with music, bubbles, and mountains of foam! It’s the ultimate way to wrap up our Color Our World Summer Reading series, this will also be when we draw names for the Grand Prizes. Don’t forget to bring a towel—you’re going to need it!

 

 

Fall Junior Volunteer Program

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Newburgh, IN — Warrick Humane Society is excited to announce the return of its Junior Volunteer Program, a hands-on opportunity for youth to learn, serve, and grow through animal rescue. Open to students ages 13–15, this educational program runs in two separate sessions this fall:

  • Session One: August 20 – October 8
  • Session Two: October 22 – December 17
  • Both sessions meet Wednesday evenings from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM at the WHS shelter in Newburgh.

The program is designed for teens who are passionate about animals and looking to make a difference in their community through humane education and volunteerism. Participants will get a behind-the-scenes look at shelter operations, assist with daily animal care, and gain hands-on experience in enrichment, feeding, cleaning, and cat/dog socialization.

The cost to participate is $35 and includes a Junior Volunteer t-shirt. Space is limited and registration is required.

To register, email: volunteerwarrick@gmail.com.

Warrick Humane Society is proud to offer programs that engage th

American College of Education Alumna and First-Generation Graduate Receives 2025 Alumni Achievement Award

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CEO, adjunct professor and educational leader, Dr. Belinda Reyes, was honored at the 2025 commencement ceremony.

INDIANAPOLIS, July 29, 2025 (Newswire.com) – American College of Education® (ACE) selected Dr. Belinda Reyes – CEO, author, adjunct professor and educational leader – as its 2025 Alumni Achievement Award recipient. A first-generation college graduate and second language learner, Dr. Reyes’ career of nearly 30 years has included transformational initiatives for dual language and VPK-12 education.

In a speech delivered at ACE’s 2025 annual commencement ceremony, Dr. Reyes shared, “It’s with deep humility and immense gratitude that I stand before you, not just as a doctoral graduate, but as living proof that the vision of American College of Education to serve, lead and achieve is not only noble, it’s transformative … I’m part of a new generation of scholar-practitioners because ACE met me where life demanded I be – present as a mother, wife and leader.”

In her previous role as assistant superintendent, Dr. Reyes made history as the first former second language learner from her hometown school district to return and serve in a Cabinet-level position on the Superintendent Leadership Team.

Among many outstanding contributions throughout her career, Dr. Reyes notably led her district’s response to the displacement of nearly 3,000 non-English speakers following Hurricane Maria in 2018, securing support and implementing targeted strategies that resulted in a 93% graduation rate for affected students. Her doctoral research at ACE examined the impact of dual language education in closing achievement gaps between English Language Learners and their monolingual peers. It was published in the peer-reviewed Journal of English Learner Education and recognized at numerous conferences.

“We’re incredibly proud of Dr. Reyes and her influential career,” ACE President and CEO Geordie Hyland said. “The annual Alumni Achievement Award is an opportunity to recognize and highlight an ACE graduate who has not only accomplished earning a degree but has elevated what they’ve learned into meaningful contributions and positive change in society.”

Dr. Reyes is ACE’s 13th annual recipient.

UE softball adds Maliyah Wilkins

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Wilkins was the 2025 MSC Freshman of the Year

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Evansville head softball coach Bailey Dillender has announced that the 2025 Mid-South Conference Freshman of the Year has transferred to the Purple Aces squad.  Wilkins played for Dillender at the University of the Cumberlands last season.

Maliyah Wilkins – 1B/3B – Mount Juliet, Tenn.

Maliyah Wilkins joins Coach Dillender after playing for her as a freshman in 2025 at Cumberlands.  The Mid-South Conference Freshman of the Year was an NAIA Third Team All-American and was recognized by the NFCA as a First Team All-Region player.  Playing in all 49 games, Wilkins led the Patriots with 10 home runs while adding 49 RBI and a .691 slugging percentage.  She batted .367 on the season and tallied a season-high three hits against Georgetown.

Prior to her college career, Wilkins played at Green Hill High School where she completed her four seasons with a total of 46 home runs.  The 2022 Offensive Player of the Year was named to the All-District and All-Tournament team on multiple occasions.  Her top campaign came in 2022 where she batted .505 with 19 home runs, 52 RBI, and 38 runs scored.

Coach Dillender on Wilkins – “Maliyah was FOY in the MSC last year putting out incredible offensive numbers and hitting in our 4 hole. She was also named an NAIA and NFCA All American as a true freshman, which was our first in program history: Her power and approach make her such a threat and i look forward to watching her continue to develop offensively.” 

Summer High School Healthcare Academy Completion Thursday

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12 Area High School Students to be Recognized at Ivy Tech Healthcare Academy Completion Ceremony
  Thursday, July 31; 10:30 a.m.-noon
Best time for b-roll 10:40 during skills training demo (Stop the Bleed)
11:30 during program reflection, highlights and presentation of certificates
 Ivy Tech Community College Evansville
Koch Student Center (Student Commons)
Background: This is the second year that Ivy Tech Evansville has offered a summer Healthcare Academy. It has featured a variety of college healthcare classes and related experiences this summer for high school students interested in the field. Students have earned 4.5 college credits at no cost and received up to $500 for participating.

Vincennes University appoints new VU Jasper Assistant Vice President and Dean

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VINCENNES, Ind., July 30, 2025 –  Vincennes University President Dr. Chuck Johnson has announced that Adam Watkins has been appointed Assistant Vice President and Dean of theVincennes University Jasper Campus. He will assume his position on Aug. 4, 2025.

 

Johnson said, “Adam Watkins emerged as a clear choice from a national search because of his proven leadership and commitment to student success and academic excellence. His reputation as an award-winning educator and respected administrator makes him an exceptional fit to lead VUJ.”

 

Watkins comes to VU from Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, Ill., where he served as Dean of Arts and Communication. Before Lincoln Land, he taught at East Central College in Union, Mo., serving as Chair of the Fine and Performing Arts Department. He also taught at Webster University in St. Louis, Mo., Blackburn College in Carlinville, Mo., and Lewis

and Clark Community College in Godfrey, Ill.

 

He brings a wealth of experience in teaching and administration to the role. Watkins was named Missouri’s Community College Professor of the Year in 2017. 

 

He earned his Master of Fine Arts from Kent Institute of Art and Design in Canterbury, England, and his Bachelor of Fine Arts from Webster University. He received an Associate of Arts from Kishwaukee College in Malta, Ill.

 

Watkins is poised to ensure that VU Jasper remains a vital resource in the region.

 

He said, “As I step into this role, I do so with deep respect and admiration of the incredible work that has already taken place at VU Jasper. The Jasper Campus is home to outstanding programs, dedicated faculty and staff, and vibrant partnerships with community and industry leaders. All of which have made a lasting impact in Jasper, Dubois County, and beyond. It really is an honor to join a community that has such a strong foundation, a clear sense of purpose, and a spirit of collaboration that reflects the very best of what higher education can be.”

 

As Watkins prepares to lead VUJ, he is committed to understanding the needs of all throughout the University and the greater community.

 

Watkins said, “Looking ahead, my priority is to listen first. When we do that, we seek to truly understand the hopes, challenges, and aspirations of our students, faculty, staff, and partners. By listening with intention and care, we can work together to empower one another, strengthen our connections, and co-create an even more dynamic future for the campus and the broader region.”

 

He added, “For VUJ students, that means investigating new ways to enhance support and remove barriers as we look to ensure that every learner has equitable access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. For VUJ faculty and staff, it means cultivating an environment of trust, innovation, transparency, and shared purpose. For our community and industry partners, it means deepening the collaborative relationships that make VU Jasper a catalyst for regional growth and workforce development.”

VU leaders express gratitude to Stephanie Stemle, Assistant Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, for her service as interim dean over the past year.

Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

“IS IT TRUE” APRIL 25, 2025

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“IS IT TRUE” APRIL 25, 2025

IS IT TRUE that we wonder, if any current members of the EVANSVILLE City Council went to buy a new car at a local dealership and signed a legal contract to purchase a MERCEDES-BENZ, and the new car salesperson told our City Council member that he had to accept a Volkswagen for the same price? Would the Evansville City Councilperson agree to the transaction?  … their answer should be “HELL NO”

“IS IT TRUE would r-profit organization for several years without receiving detailed financial reports an audit w0u

 

Otters drop resumed game, series opener

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The Evansville Otters (24-43) fell to the Lake Erie Crushers (38-27) twice on Tuesday night. First in a resumption of May 25th’s game, 6-3 and then 10-1 in the following seven-inning contest.

In the suspended game resumption, it was three runs in the top of the tenth for the Crushers that sealed it.

Lake Erie picked up where they left off to begin the second game, scoring one in the first and four in the second.

Later on in the fourth, the Crushers tacked on two more. Heading into the home half of the frame, the Otters trailed 7-0.

Graham Brown stepped to the plate and hit a solo homer in the bottom of the fourth to make it 7-1. It was his eighth home run of the season and 36th RBI.

Lake Erie would eventually go on to take the official series opener 10-1 in seven innings.

Nick McAuliffe and Alex Valdez both worked good innings out of the bullpen. McAuliffe went an inning, striking out two and allowing an unearned run. Valdez also went an inning, not allowing a run and striking out one as well.

The Otters are back in action tomorrow at 6:35 p.m. CT for the middle game of the three-game set. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. as the Otters celebrate Country Night at Bosse Field.

 Statements from Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith and ISDA Director Lamb on USDA hub announcement

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