(Washington, DC) –Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) has been selected to serve as Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Research during the 113th Congress.

Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) stated:

“I am honored to be selected as Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Research during my second term in Congress. Because of my background in science and medicine, I understand very well the importance of research in improving the life of all Americans and the role it plays in economic development. I look forward to working with the committee to foster innovation in the research industry so that we can create jobs and grow the economy in Indiana and nationwide.”

Chairman Lamar Smith (R-Texas) stated:

“In the new Congress, the Science Committee will promote policies that support our nation’s space program, encourage energy independence, expand scientific education, fund basic research, and enhance the development of new technologies. Representative Larry Bucshon was selected to serve as Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Research because of his extensive background in research as a physician. I look forward to joining Rep. Bucshon to advance policies that spur innovation, job creation and economic growth.”

BACKGROUND:

The Subcommittee on Research is one of five subcommittees under the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

The Subcommittee on Research and Science Education has legislative jurisdiction and general oversight and investigative authority on all matters relating to science policy and science education. More information on the committee can be found here.

Evansville, IN – Below is a list of felony cases that were filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office on Monday, January 7, 2013.

Ashley Dewitt Illegal Possession of Anhydrous Ammonia or Ammonia Solution – Class D Felony
Storage or Transportation of Anhydrous Ammonia Illegally – Class A
Misdemeanor

Shawn Gardner Auto Theft – Class D Felony
Receiving Stolen Property – Class D Felony
Operating a Vehicle as an Habitual Traffic Violator – Class D Felony
Possession of Marijuana – Class A Misdemeanor

Clarence Johnson Unlawful Possession or use of a Legend Drug – Class D Felony
Possession of a Synthetic Drug – Class A Misdemeanor

Ronald Lemon Auto Theft – Class D Felony
Receiving Stolen Property – Class D Felony
Possession of Marijuana – Class A Misdemeanor
(Habitual Offender Enhancement)

Deangelo Pace Unlawful Possession or use of a Legend Drug – Class D Felony
Possession of Marijuana-Class A Misdemeanor
(Enhanced to a Class D Felony due to Prior Convictions)
Resisting Law Enforcement – Class A Misdemeanor

Nicholis Robinson Theft – Class D Felony

For further information on the cases listed above, or any pending case, please contact Carly Settles at 812.435.5688 or via email at csettles@vanderburghgov.org.

Under Indiana law, all criminal defendants are considered to be innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.
SENTENCE CHART

Class Range
Murder 45-65 Years
Class A Felony 20-50 Years
Class B Felony 6-20 Years
Class C Felony 2-8 Years
Class D Felony ½ – 3 Years
Class A Misdemeanor 0-1 Year
Class B Misdemeanor 0-180 Days
Class C Misdemeanor 0-60 Days

To Saturday, January 19th @ 10am

Evansville, IN – The Centre will be rockin’ on March 4th when Daughtry & 3 Doors Down performs LIVE! Tickets go on sale Saturday, January 19th at 10am!
Multi-platinum band Daughtry & has scored four No. 1 hits, garnered four Grammy nominations, won four American Music Awards, sold over 7 million albums and played sold out concerts around the world in less than four years. Daughtry’s self-titled debut was the fastest selling rock debut in Soundscan history and its follow up Leave This Town marked the quintet’s second consecutive No. 1 album. Daughtry’s latest album Break The Spell, which was certified gold in 4 weeks, features new radio hit “Start of Something Good,” the album builds on the band’s reputation for melodic hooks and anthemic choruses while providing a powerful showcase for Chris Daughtry’s emotionally resonant voice. In addition to recording and touring, Daughtry is also dedicated to using its position to raise awareness about a number of charitable causes including being involved with the DC Comics We Can Be Heroes campaign. For more information visit: www.daughtryofficial.com
ABOUT 3 DOORS DOWN
Since forming in 1995, Mississippi rock quintet 3 Doors Down (vocalist Brad Arnold, lead guitarist Chris Henderson, bassist Todd Harrell, drummer Greg Upchurch and guitarist Chet Roberts) has sold more than 16 million albums worldwide, garnered three Grammy nominations, two American Music Awards, and five BMI Pop Awards for songwriting, including BMI’s coveted “Songwriter of the Year” award. The band’s debut album, 2000’s The Better Life, which is now certified six times platinum, featured the smash hit “Kryptonite.” Their sophomore album, 2002’sAway from the Sun, saw similar success with its radio mainstays “When I’m Gone” and “Here Without You.” Their subsequent efforts 2005’s platinum certified Seventeen Days and 2008’s 3 Doors Down debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 200 Chart. In 2003, 3 Doors Down founded The Better Life Foundation with the goal of giving as many children as possible a better life; they have raised more than two million dollars for local children’s charities since their inception. For more information visit: www.3doorsdown.com and www.thebetterlifefoundation.org
Tickets are 77.00, 61.50 & 41.50 and may be purchased at The Centre Box Office, all Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, by phone at 800-745-3000, or online at www.ticketmaster.com .

Sally Becker, previously vice president of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, was named president of the board this evening in the annual election of officers. Becker was elected to the board in 2006 and now is beginning her seventh year of service. Outgoing president was Mike Duckworth, who served the board since January 2012.

Also elected were Chris Kiefer as vice president and Terry Gamblin, as secretary. Kiefer was originally elected to the board in 2003 and Gamblin in 1988.

Four new Firefighters have completed their training and are ready to serve the public. The recruits will be sworn-in by the City Clerk Laura Brown. This will be during the January monthly Fire Merit Commission meeting Tuesday January 8, 2013 at the Evansville Fire Department Administration Building, 550 S.E. Eighth Street, Evansville. The recruits have undergone more than 480 hours of Fire, HAZMAT and E.M.T. training.

The ceremony will start at 4:00 PM in the EFD classroom. Plan to attend and watch as the Fire Department’s newest members take their oath and receive their badges from Fire Chief Mike Connelly and Asst. Chief Paul Anslinger, with many friends and family in attendance.

The new recruits are:
Brett DeVault, Michael Goldman, Kerry Postlewaite and Brian Stute.

Questions? Jerry Steckler, 436-4457 or Dan Grimm, 436-4428

The EPD is trying to identify the person who burglarized the Subway store on Lincoln Ave on 122412. Anyone with information is asked to call 436-7979.