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CenterPoint Energy Foundation accepting grant applications

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Emphasizing commitment to community vitality and education, the Foundation welcomes applications through Feb. 16 

Houston – Jan. 31, 2024 – The CenterPoint Energy Foundation is currently accepting applications for its first 2024 grant cycle through Feb. 16.  

Funded separately and financially independent from the utility, the Foundation strives to be a catalyst in communities it serves by leveraging everyday opportunities and resources to build vibrancy in those communities.  

 

The Foundation awards grants to eligible organizations and programs supporting community vitality and education. Priority consideration is given to programs serving low-to-moderate income families and under-resourced communities. 

 

“As we reflect on the impact of the Foundation’s funding in 2023, we are filled with renewed enthusiasm to continue building meaningful partnerships with our community stakeholders,” said Alicia Dixon, director of community relations at CenterPoint Energy. “Our focus remains on investing in initiatives which enhance lives today and lay the groundwork for a better tomorrow. We invite eligible organizations to apply for a grant during our first cycle of funding for 2024.” 

 

In 2023, the CenterPoint Energy Foundation’s commitment to community engagement and development was demonstrated through significant contributions, including more than 90,000 volunteer hours and the awarding of $14.8 million in grants across Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio and Texas.

 

Highlighting the scope and impact of this support through the Foundation’s six-state footprint, some of the most notable projects of 2023 include: 

 

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (Indiana): In partnership with the State of Indiana, the Foundation provided a $725,000 grant to expand Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library into four new counties and continued support for eight other counties. As a result of the Foundation’s donations, more than 164,000 books were distributed in 2023.  

 

No Student Left Behind: Mentorship and STEM Career Guidance (Louisiana): The “No Student Left Behind” project is designed to provide mentorship activities, increasing awareness of post-secondary and career opportunities to under-resourced populations. The Foundation awarded a $30,000 grant to the project, which also has a long-term goal of increasing retention and completion rates and higher overall grade point averages of student participants.  “No Student Left Behind” will also inform participants of opportunities in STEM education as well as introduce foundational engineering and technology principles to middle and high school youths.  

 

Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative (Minnesota): Bimosedaa, which means “Let’s Walk Together,” is an affordable housing project created in partnership with the Red Lake Nation and a $100,000 grant from the Foundation. This project will offer housing as well as culturally tailored services for Native Americans in Minneapolis. The CenterPoint Energy Foundation is proud to support such an important project with the goal of reducing homelessness among the Native American population. 

 

Pascagoula Streetscape Improvement (Mississippi): In partnership with the city of Pascagoula, the CenterPoint Energy Foundation provided a $40,000 grant to the Streetscape Improvement project. This project will add walking paths, landscaping and lighting to continue to bring businesses and the community together. 

 

OH Taste (Ohio): The Foundation provided a $200,000 grant to 6888 Kitchen Incubator. The food business incubator, set to open in the historic Arcade of Dayton Ohio, is dedicated to providing training, business support resources and commercial kitchen space for under-resourced food entrepreneurs, which are identified as those who are socially disadvantaged or who have limited resources. 

 

Houston Habitat for Humanity (Texas): In partnership with community residents and nonprofit partners, Houston Habitat for Humanity is transforming 127 acres in northeast Houston into a mixed-use community. This project will include 468 affordable single-family homes and up to 500 multi-family units for individuals and families at all stages of life. The Foundation provided a $150,000 grant to support a public park within the neighborhood. 

For a closer look at how the CenterPoint Energy Foundation is making a difference in the communities it serves and for information on how to apply, visit CenterPointEnergy.com/Foundation. 

 

Letter from Board of Commissioners to Mayor Terry Regarding Area Plan Commiss

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Letter from Board of Commissioners to Mayor Terry – Area Plan Commission 01.31.2024

Vanderburgh County lawmakers: New career scholarships can open doors for Hoosier high school students Deadline to apply for $5,000 scholarship is Oct. 1

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STATEHOUSE (Sept. 18, 2023) – Vanderburgh County lawmakers encourage local high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials outside the classroom to apply for the state’s newly launched Career Scholarship Account program.

State Rep. Matt Hostettler (R-Patoka) said Hoosier students in 10th, 11th and 12th grades at a state accredited public or private school can receive up to $5,000 to access qualified training opportunities. About 1,000 spots are available for the 2023-2024 school year and students can apply for a Career Scholarship Account until the Oct. 1 deadline.

“High school sophomores, juniors and seniors are quickly approaching graduation, and many of them will go immediately into the workforce,” Hostettler said. “This program gives students the opportunity to learn about their desired occupation and be ready for a career upon earning their high school degree.”

State Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) said Career Scholarship Accounts are available to high school students who are enrolled in a course or educational experience approved by the Indiana Department of Education. Eligible students may also be enrolled in an apprenticeship, applied learning experience, work-based learning and/or credential attainment experience approved by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education.

“Getting students prepared for life after high school no matter what path they choose is critical,” said McNamara, who also serves as a school administrator. “Whether their plans are to enter college or the workforce, the training made possible through Career Scholarship Accounts can help set them up for a bright future.”

Approved students will receive $5,000 over four disbursements and can use the money toward certain qualified expenses:

  • Expenses to enroll in and attend sequences, courses, apprenticeships, or programs of study;
  • Career coaching and navigation services;
  • Postsecondary education and training;
  • Transportation and equipment;
  • Certification and credentialing examinations; and
  • Any other expenses approved by the Treasurer of the State.

According to State Rep. Tim O’Brien (R-Evansville), approved courses and classes, which are listed on the online application, can be in accounting, cybersecurity, information technology, software development, veterinary science and more.

“These trades are increasingly in demand for employers in a variety of industries,” O’Brien said. “This opportunity provides talented students with on-the-job training that can help build toward careers.”

The State Board of Education is also reviewing high school diploma requirements to provide more flexibility in a student’s schedule, so they can pursue work-based learning and apprenticeship experiences.

Randy Niemeyer Smashes First Quarter Republican Fundraising Record in IN-01

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Cedar Lake– Lake County Councilman and Republican Congressional challenger, Randy Niemeyer set a new fundraising record for a Republican Candidate in IN-01 in their first fundraising quarter, reporting over $200k raised.

“I am truly humbled by the outpouring of support our campaign has received. This record-breaking achievement sends a clear message that the people of Northwest Indiana are ready for a new voice in Congress. Together, we are building a movement that reflects the values of the hardworking people in the first district, and we are just getting started. I look forward to building on our momentum and keeping up the hard work to flip this seat,” stated Niemeyer.

Valentine’s Day in Downtown

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Reserve tickets now for Valentine’s Day Dinner in Downtown Evansvilleon February 14th from 6pm-9pm.  Enjoy a beautiful evening in downtown at the recently renovated historical Firestone Building (now the Main Street Food and Beverage Hall), located at 900 S Main St.  Seating is extremely limited and could sell out quickly.  Reserve your tickets early and save.

 

3 Course Experience – $75 per couple $59 per couple (before Wednesday, Jan 30th, 2024)

Includes access into the 2024 Downtown Valentine’s Day Experience with live entertainment, 3 course chef prepared dinner by Nomod and Joey Za’s Pizza and Steaks, and full access to center bar with draft beer, wine, champagne.

 

VIP 3 Course Wine & Chocolate Experience – $115 per couple $99 per couple (before Wednesday, Jan 30th)

Includes VIP seating into the 2024 Valentine’s Day in Downtown Experience with live entertainment, 3 course chef prepared dinner by Nomod and Joey Za’s Pizza and Steaks, select bottle of wine or champagne, served with Pineapple or Cranberry, full access to center bar with draft beer, wine, champagne and a full cash bar and gift box of fine chocolates.

Dinner Includes:

 

Starter:
Iced Tea, Soda, Water
Italian Salad

 

Choose One:
Fettuccini Alfredo and Broccoli
Smoked Gouda Mashed Potato and Garlic Parmesan Broccoli

 

Choose Two:
Chicken in Rosemary Cream Sauce
Steak in Demi Sauce
Shrimp in Lemon Garlic Butter

 

Dessert:

Chocolate Cheesecake

 

*Pricing goes up to $80 GA and $120 VIP on February 14th.  Walk ups welcome.  (while available, reserve in advance). An additional $10 will be change at check out for gratuity.  

We have a limited amount of tickets available.  Please do not wait to reserve.

What is the Main Street Food & Beverage Hall?  Housed in Evansville’s historic Firestone building, Main Street F&B is Southern Indiana’s first food hall. Experience some of the best local food & beverage and live entertainment that the city has to offer, all under one roof.

Men’s golf set for Valpo Fall Invitational

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Tournament set for Monday and Tuesday

 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Week #2 of the season will see the University of Evansville men’s golf team in Chesterton, Ind. for the Valpo Fall Invitational.

Sand Creek Country Club will be the site of the tournament and the par-72 course checks in at 7,082 yards.  Two rounds will take place on Monday with an 8 a.m. shotgun start before Tuesday’s final round will have tee times running from 7:30-9 a.m.

Joining the Purple Aces in the event will be Bradley, Green Bay, Detroit Mercy, DePaul, Western Illinois, Central Michigan, Chicago State and Valparaiso.

Last weekend, UE opened the 2023-24 season at the Earl Yestingsmeier Invitational in Muncie where Michael Ikejiani led the way, finishing in a tie for 13th.  He completed the weekend with an even 70 in the last round.  His 3-round total was a 220.

Second on the squad was Caleb Wassmer.  After leading the Aces following the opening day of the tournament, he earned a 44th-place finish with a 228.  Carson Parker was third for UE with a 237.  Masatoyo Kato and Nicholas Gushrowski were tied in the final standings with a score of 239.

Retail Food Establishment Inspection Report

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Eagles take flight for 2024 season

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Men’s Tennis starts the new season with a battle against Lipscomb University at the Evansville Tennis Center Friday at 2 p.m. The Screaming Eagles are in their second season of NCAA Division I and Horizon League play.

USI will face 19 different opponents in 2024 with nine home, seven road, and three neutral matches. Home matches will be split between the Evansville Tennis Center and USI Tennis Courts throughout the season.

The Eagles’ non-conference slate features power-five foes such as Indiana University (February 24) and Butler University (March 2). Other non-conference road opponents include Thomas More University (February 3), University of Dayton (February 4), Eastern Kentucky University (March 8), University of Missouri-St. Louis (March 10). The Eagles will welcome Saint Louis University (February 11), Austin Peay State University (February 17), Kentucky Wesleyan College (March 25), and Brescia University (April 16) for non-conference home matches. The IU, USI match will be played in Louisville, Kentucky while matches against Hanover College and Indiana University Southeast (April 14) will be played at Jeffersonville High School in Jeffersonville, Indiana).

In Horizon League play, USI will have its hands full with Northern Kentucky University (March 3), Belmont University (March 23), Tennessee Tech University (April 6), and Tennessee State University (April 13) at USI Tennis Courts. The Eagles will be visiting Eastern Illinois (March 30) and Lindenwood University (April 20) for the lone road conference matches.

The Horizon League, Ohio Valley Conference, and Missouri Valley Conference have teamed up to support men’s tennis in 2024. The league will consist of 11 teams with two divisions and the top three teams from each division will make the postseason tournament in West Lafayette, Indiana April 26-28. The Eagles were predicted to finish fifth in the South Division.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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

Saunders named OVC Newcomer of the Week

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EVANSVILLE, IND. (01/30/2024) High school students throughout the Tri-State and beyond were awarded significant scholarships on Saturday at the University of Evansville’s tenth High School Changemaker Challenge, made possible by Toyota Indiana.

The challenge is designed to motivate young people to take a leading role in identifying and solving challenges in the world through innovation and creativity.

UE has committed more than $1 million in scholarships to winners of this competition since its inception. Those who choose UE as their college destination will each receive four-year scholarships as listed below:

1st place: Full tuition

SolarLens: Jacob Barnwell and Elie Duff (New Tech Institute, Evansville, Ind.)

Summary: SolarLens is a solar powered streetlight with a monitored dome camera attached to it. It will all be in one unit and established into the Evansville Promise Neighborhood to help improve the quality of life by saving money on energy and helping lower the crime rate in the city of Evansville.

2nd place: $27,000 per year

UpLift18: Claire Deardorff and Jennifer Vazquez (Signature School, Evansville, Ind.)

Summary: UpLift18 raises awareness about human trafficking by providing education, prevention, student empowerment, and community service opportunities. UpLift18 creates a meaningful impact for students in fighting human trafficking.

3rd place: $23,000 per year

Boomerang Learning: Kris Lau, Abdul-Aleem Mohammed, and Parth Patel (Signature School, Evansville, Ind.)

Summary: Boomerang Learning is program to help students that have had trouble catching up to Indiana standards post COVID and to help students who are falling behind their peers.

On Friday, January 26, a panel of judges heard pitches from the top 20 teams and individual students who had been invited to the in-person competition. From those top 20, six ideas were then chosen for the championship round that took place on Saturday, January 27. During that event, judges awarded first, second, and third place. To learn more about High School Changemaker Challenge please visit https://www.evansville.edu/changemaker/

The University of Evansville is a private, comprehensive university located in the southwestern region of Indiana. Established in 1854, UE is recognized across the globe for its rich tradition of innovative, academic excellence and vibrant campus community of changemakers.

Home of the Purple Aces, UE offers over 75 majors, 17 Division I sports, and a unique study abroad experience at Harlaxton, the University’s very own Victorian manor located in the countryside of England. For more information, please visit evansville.edu.

 

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