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2024 Indiana Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest

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The Indiana State Police is proud to partner again in 2024 with the U.S. Department of Justice in promoting the National Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest.  In 1983, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed May 25th as National Missing Children’s Day.  This day is dedicated to encouraging parents, guardians, caregivers and all concerned individuals with the well-being of children to make child safety a priority.  It serves as a reminder to continue our efforts to reunite missing children with their families and loved ones.  It also serves as an occasion to honor those who are dedicated to this very noble cause.  The National Missing Children’s Poster Contest provides an opportunity for schools, law enforcement, and parents/guardians to discuss and promote child safety.

The state winner will receive a national award certificate from the U.S. Department of Justice and their poster will be selected to go to the national judging competition.  The national winner, along with his/her parents and teacher, and the state manager will be invited to Washington, D.C. to participate in the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Missing Children’s Day ceremony.

Some important facts about the contest:

  • There is NO LIMIT on the number of posters a school can submit.
  • Only one (1) poster per student is allowed for submission.
  • Students who submit posters MUST be in the 5th grade. 
  • Artwork should reflect the theme “Bringing Our Missing Children Home”. This phrase MUST appear somewhere on the poster.
  • The theme may be depicted in the artwork through one or a combination of illustrations and can be created using media such as acrylics, watercolor, pencils, charcoal, magic markers, spray paint, crayons and pastels. Digitally produced images, collages, cut-outs and stamping WILL NOT be eligible for consideration.
  • The finished poster MUST measure 8 ½ x 14 inches.
  • The poster must be submitted with a COMPLETED application, which includes a description of the poster and a brief biography of the artist.
  • All poster contest rules can be found here: 2024 Poster Contest Packet
  • Deadline for submissions from participating organizations to be received by Sergeant Seth Tumey is February 16, 2024. 

Aces resume play today at Cincinnati

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Aces resume play today at Cincinnati

UE enters the game with a 10-2 record

 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Non-conference play comes to an end on Friday evening when the University of Evansville men’s basketball team squares off against the University of Cincinnati.  Tip is set for 6 p.m. CT with ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network having the coverage.

Noting the Start   

– For the first time in five seasons, the Purple Aces have won double-digit games, earning win #10 of 2023 with an 82-51 victory over Tennessee Tech on Dec. 20

– With the win, UE clinched its first 10-win season since earning 11 victories in 2018-19; the 10th win also doubled the win total from the entirety of last season

– The 31-point win margin was the most for the Aces against a Division I program since Feb. 24, 2018 when UE defeated Southern Illinois by a final of 75-44

Last Time Out

– In one of its most dominant efforts of the season, Evansville earned an 82-51 win over Tennessee Tech on Dec. 20

– UE led by as many as 40 in the second half and trailed just once in the early minutes

– Three UE players reached double figures with Chuck Bailey III leading the way with 18 points; Ben Humrichous recorded 15 while Yacine Toumi had his first double-double of the season with 10 points and 10 boards

Award #4

-  For the second week in a row and the fourth time this year, Chuck Bailey III was named the Missouri Valley Conference Freshman of the Week on Dec. 27

– He garnered the accolade on Dec. 18, Dec. 4 and Nov. 14

– Bailey led UE with 18 points in the win over TTU and averaged 15 points in a pair of games last week

– In the win at Bellarmine, he scored 12 points and had a 4-point play that broke a tie in the final four minutes to give the Aces a lead they would not give up

– He followed that up with 12 points against UT Martin while adding 6 rebounds

– Bailey is second on the squad with 10.7 points per contest

Perfection From Outside

– In the victory over Tennessee Tech, Ben Humrichous was a perfect 5-for-5 from long range on his way to 15 points and was recognized as the MVC Newcomer of the Week for the second time in 2023

– His season average of 16.3 points continues to lead the Aces

– He scored 15 against UT Martin and 12 in the road win at Bellarmine and has scored at least 8 points in all 12 contests thus far

– Humrichous set his season mark with 9 boards in the games at Bellarmine and versus the Skyhawks; he is averaging 6.8 boards over his last five games

The Mark of Efficiency

– Joshua Hughes has quietly averaged 7.8 points over the last five games while shooting 61.5% from the field and 66.7% from long range

– He is tied for 6th in the MVC with 1.25 blocks per game

– Converting 8 of his 12 attempts in the Nov. 25 win over SEMO, he reset his UE scoring mark with 21 points

– For the season, he is averaging 8.3 points and 4.7 boards

– Hughes scored 11 points on a perfect 4-for-4 shooting day in the UNI win

Scouting the Opponent

– Cincinnati comes into Friday’s match-up with an identical 10-2 record

– On Dec. 19, the Bearcats earned a 65-49 win over Merrimack; the only losses for UC have come against Xavier and Dayton

– Following the game against the Aces, Cincinnati travels to BYU for its first-ever Big 12 game

– Three players average double figures for the Bearcats with Viktor Lakhin leading the way with 13.8 PPG; he is second on the squad with 8.5 rebounds

– Day Day Thomas and Dan Skillings Jr. average 11.5 and 11.3 PPG, respectively

– Aziz Bandaogo checks in with 9.2 points and a te

Jefferson Barn Named Interim Director For The Office Of Environmental Adjudication

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Gov. Holcomb names an interim director for the Office of Environmental Adjudication while legislative changes are being pursued to consolidate state agencies

INDIANAPOLIS- Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced today Jefferson Garn will provide oversight of the Office of Environmental Adjudication (OEA) while legislative changes are sought to consolidate OEA with the Office of Administrative Law Proceedings (OALP).

Garn, who is the deputy director and general counsel of OALP, will also serve as interim director of the agency during this time. Judge Mary Davidsen, who has served 20 years as OEA director, will retire on Dec. 29.

Consolidation of the two agencies will provide administrative efficiencies, further modernize case record documentation, and provide greater resources to support the review of environmental cases.  Further details on the transition will be announced after legislation is considered.

Noah Myers’ Contract Purchased By TAMPA BAY RAYS

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Evansville Otters outfielder and reigning Frontier League Rookie of the Year Noah Myers has had his contract purchased by the Tampa Bay Rays, the team announced Thursday morning.

Myers, a native of Tilbury, Ontario, Canada, comes off a historic season with the Otters, not only becoming the fourth Otter to win Rookie of the Year, but also setting the Otters single-season record for runs scored with 86.

“We are very proud of the work Noah put in to get this opportunity,” Otters Field Manager Andy McCauley said. “He worked hard to earn this and we know he will find success in the Rays organization.”

He hit for a team-high in batting average (.322), hits (114), triples (5 – tied with three others), home runs (18) and had the most walks on the team (64). He was also efficient on the basepaths, stealing 41 bases (3rd most in Otters’ single-season history) on 44 attempts.

Myers started his collegiate career at Wabash Valley College in Mt. Carmel, Ill. before playing two years at South Carolina and finishing his collegiate career in 2022 at USC Upstate.

He was also named a Frontier League Midseason All-Star and appeared in the outfield throwing competition as part of the league’s all-star game festivities.

Myers was the Frontier League Player of the Week for the week of August 15th in 2023 with a .455 BA, 10 runs and 11 RBIs over six games. That included a historic game on August 17th at Florence when Myers totaled 7 RBIs – tied for the second most in Evansville history and tying the franchise single-game record with three doubles.

Myers joins Jake Polancic as the second Otter to have his contract purchased this off-season.

The 2024 season is right around the corner. For information on season or group tickets, call 812-435-8686. Single-game tickets will go on sale in the Spring.

The Evansville Otters are the 2006 and 2016 Frontier League champions.

The Otters play all home games at historic Bosse Field, located at 23 Don Mattingly Way in Evansville, Ind. Stay up-to-date with the Evansville Otters by visiting evansvilleotters.com, or follow the Otters on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

Courier Warrants – 2023-12-28

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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Booked Last 24 Hours-Public – 2023-12-28

Vanderburgh County Crash Report

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Crash Report – 2023-12-28

“IS IT TRUE” DECEMBER 28, 2023

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IS IT TRUE that Mayor-elect Stephanie Terry recently stated that the Indiana State Board Of Accounts is currently conducting an audit of the outgoing Winnecke administration books? …that if the Indiana State Board Of Accounts finds serious financial issues they have no enforcement power to correct the problems?  …that we have been told by several financially savvy business people that incoming Mayor Terry must do at least a targeted “Forensic Audit” concerning The Ford Center and the Evansville Water And Sewer Utilities Department because both operations could be facing serious cash flow challenges?
IS IT TRUE that we have been told that the Evansville Water And Sewer Utilities  Department currently has an astonishing debt of $730 million and is facing many more hundreds of millions of dollars of construction costs because of the pending construction of a Water Treatment Plant and Sewage Treatment plant?  …that the above financial figures don’t include the many more hundreds of millions of dollars it will also cost the ratepayers to complete the separation of water and sewer lines throughout the City?
IS IT TRUE we are told that the City Of Evansville currently has a debt load of $280 million and is seemingly increasing more each day?
IS IT TRUE that ATTACHED BELOW is an accurate and detailed description of the commitments that the Evansville Water And Sewer Utility Department made to the EPA to correct the serious issues facing Evansville Water and Sewer treatment and delivery systems for many decades?
THE COMMITMENTS ARE:

Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (EWSU) is committed to the continuous improvement of our water and sewer infrastructure. We invest millions of dollars in capital projects for initiatives, including water line replacement and improvement and sewer line and lift station projects. Future investments include the construction of a new water treatment plant, and capacity expansion for the East Wastewater Treatment Plant, West Wastewater Treatment Plant, and overflow basin. We diligently monitor water quality around the clock and track all Utility assets, performing routine and proactive maintenance to anticipate and prevent major issues before they impact our customers.

Renewable Energy

Part of the EWSU’s core mission is to manage and protect our community’s precious land and water resources. Being a good steward of the environment means investing in reliable, clean energy sources that eliminate greenhouse gas emissions, reduce air pollution, and conserve natural resources. The Utility has several renewable energy projects underway.

Water Line Replacement

EWSU has a long-term strategy – Refresh Evansville  – to replace the city’s aging water mains and supporting infrastructure, some of which date back to the early 1900s. Our goal is to ensure the integrity of our water distribution network for the health and well-being of the community for future generations.

Renew Evansville

EWSU will invest $729 million over 25 years on planned capital projects to upgrade our sewer infrastructure in response to a federal mandate to bring the City of Evansville into compliance with the Clean Water Act of 1972. Renew Evansville projects will significantly reduce the amount of combined sewer overflows and prevent untreated sewage from reaching the Ohio River and Pigeon Creek.

Water Treatment Plant

The current EWSU Water Treatment Plant was built more than 125 years ago and is near the end of its useful life. Equipment and electrical parts that were created for systems of the 1890s and 1900s are obsolete and must be custom-made when there is a breakdown. EWSU has developed a plan to build a new water treatment facility. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2025.

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Mayor-Elect Stephanie Terry Announces Her New Appointments

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Mayor-Elect Stephanie Terry today began announcing her appointments to lead city departments, effective January 1.

“Since Election Day, I have been working with my transition team to assemble a group of creative, collaborative city leaders to help move Evansville forward together,” Mayor-Elect Terry said. “Over the next week, leading up to Inauguration Day on January 1, I am excited to begin introducing this talented group of leaders to the people of Evansville.”

The full team will include a mix of new appointees and individuals retained in their current positions. Today’s announcement includes 10 experienced leaders whose dedication to service and longstanding commitment to a better Evansville will play a significant role in moving our great city forward.

The appointments are:

Danielle Crook, Executive Director, Department of Parks and Recreation: As a graduate of the University of Evansville, and a 17-year employee of the City, I want to use my experience to help enhance the quality of our parks.  Serving as the Deputy Director for the department has given me insight regarding what is needed to effectively maintain what we have.  Being a parent to two elementary-age daughters, I see first hand the need for recreational spaces that are safe, accessible, and more inviting.  I look forward to continuing to serve our community under the Terry Administration.

Todd M. Robertson, Executive Director, Department of Transportation: Todd M Robertson has served as Executive Director of the Department of Transportation for the past 12 years.  In this role, he is responsible for overseeing 6 different departments:  Animal Care and Control, City Cemeteries, City Maintenance, Highway (Street) Maintenance, METS Transit, Traffic Engineering and Urban Forestry.    While serving as Executive Director, Sunday Service was added at METS and liquid deicers were introduced to the winter operation at Street Maintenance to maximize the removal of snow and ice.

Cliff Weaver, Director, Emergency Management Agency: A U.S. Air Force veteran and a 1981 graduate of the University of Evansville paramedic program, Cliff Weaver has 10 years of experience as EMA Director for Evansville and Vanderburgh County Emergency Management Agency. He maintains the required Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) certification from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and has served several years as the Chairman, and Vice Chairman of the Vanderburgh County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC). Weaver also was a member of Indiana FEMA Urban Search and Rescue Task Force One (INTF-1) for 18 years as a HAZMAT specialist and has been deployed on several hurricanes and disaster responses. He retired from the Evansville Fire Department after 29 years in 2014.

Lauren Novell, Climate Action Director: Lauren Norvell earned a Master’s degree in Conservation Science from Purdue University, and has accumulated a diversity of experiences in her career.  She has taught environmental science and community service to people of all ages, backgrounds and interests, and has directed conservation projects and education programs at Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve, Howell Wetlands, and Mesker Park Zoo.  Novell believes in volunteer community service, and has served on many volunteer boards and committees such as Sustainable Evansville, the Talon Trust, and the Vanderburgh County Soil & Water Conservation District.  She is also the founder of the Talon Trust, a local public charity that rescues and rehabilitates injured raptors.

Diane Clements-Boyd, Executive Director, Evansville-Vanderburgh Human Relations Commission: Diane Clements-Boyd joined the EVHRC in January of 2004. During her tenure as Executive Director, the EVHRC secured two federal grants resulting in ongoing funding. Clements-Boyd also advises commissions and advisory boards, and in 2023 led the establishment and launch of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council. She serves as Chairperson of the Indiana Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights and 1st Vice President of the International Association of Official Human Rights Agencies. A product of Evansville public schools, she attended Glenwood Elementary and Bosse High School. Clements-Boyd is a graduate of the University of California Los Angeles with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology.

Michael Labitzke, City Engineer: Michael Labitzke, P.E., is a professional engineer who has served the Evansville community for over 30 years in several different roles.  As a consultant, utility engineer, and city engineer, he has been involved with stormwater flooding, intersection improvements, roadway maintenance, and roadway design and construction.  Most recently as Evansville City Engineer, Mike has restarted several programs and projects to improve the durability, longevity and rideability of our transportation system.  He is a husband, father, and grandfather and is excited to continue to collaborate for Evansville in every positive way possible.

Erik Beck, Executive Director, Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Gardens: An Evansville native and a graduate of the University of Southern Indiana, Erik Beck started his career at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden in 1995 as a zookeeper. Erik went on to become the zoo’s Animal Curator, General Curator and in 2017 the Executive Director. “I am excited for Evansville and what is to come and Mayor-elect Terry’s recognition of quality of place amenities like the zoo,” Beck said.

Michael Herke, Levee Superintendent: Michael Herke has served as Levee Superintendent for the past three years under Mayor Lloyd Winnecke, after serving as both the Levee supervisor (five years) and a Levee Lead Operator (10 years). “I look forward to continuing with my part in keeping Evansville safe and working with other departments on moving Evansville forward,” Herke said.

Tamara Payne, Executive Director, Human Resources: Tamara Payne is a graduate of the University of Southern Indiana and part of the Evansville community for over 20 years. Tamara has worked as an HR professional in various industries such as hospitality, media, and transportation, and joined the City of Evansville in December 2019 as Deputy Director, Human Resources and went on to become Executive Director, Human Resources in June 2023. “I am excited to be a part of Mayor-elect Terry’s vision of ‘Forward Together’ and proud to work with the people who serve the City of Evansville,” Payne said.

Vernon Lutz, Chief Information Officer: Vernon Lutz is a business professional with over 26 years of experience in business administration. He has served with the Evansville Police Department for 23 years, achieving the rank of Deputy Chief. In this role, he led the Information Technology Unit for 11 years and was actively involved with the City/County ITAC committee.  In 2021, he was appointed to CIO for the City of Evansville. Lutz is a proud Army veteran, having served with Evansville’s 163rd Field Artillery Unit in Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2008.  He is an Evansville resident celebrating 30 years of marriage with his wife Wendy.  They have two adult sons Damien and Nicholas.  

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