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Shepherd’s Brace Helps Aces Earn Draw Against Xavier
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Evansville freshman Ben Shepherd (Denver, Colo./Arapahoe) netted his first career brace on Wednesday night, scoring in the 10th and 75th minutes to help the Aces earn a 3-3 draw against Xavier at Arad McCutchan Stadium.
Xavier jumped out to an early lead, as an Evansville foul in the box in the fourth minute led to a penalty kick that was buried by Cooper Forcellini. However, the Aces were quick to respond in the 10th minute, when a cross from Will Bencic (Cincinnati, Ohio/Lakota East) deflected off a Musketeers defender and found Shepherd, who put a shot in the back of the net to equalize.
The score remained knotted at one heading into the halftime break, but the Musketeers attack was quick to strike in the opening minutes of the second half. Despite a save by Aces keeper Michal Mroz (Elk Grove, Ill./Elk Grove) in the 46th minute, the Musketeers pulled ahead two minutes later when Porcellini scored his second goal of the night.
The scoring subdued for the next 20-plus minutes of action, with both sides putting up two shots to no avail. However, the Aces struck in the 70th minute, when Shepherd found fellow freshman Andres Escudero (San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain/IES Joan Miro) on a through ball. Escudero put his first shot off the post, but was there for a second chance opportunity on an open net to score his first career goal and even things at two.
Once again, Xavier found a way to regain the lead, as George Waites scored just over a minute later to put the Musketeers ahead 3-2.
With his team again looking for the equalizer, Shepherd rose to the occasion in the 75th minute. Álvaro Timón (Toldeo, Spain/Valencia International University) found Shepherd at the top right side of the box, who unleashed a strike over the outstretched arms of the Xavier keeper and into the back the of net for his second goal of the net, tying the score at three. The brace was the first by an Evansville freshman since MVC Freshman of the Year Nacho Diaz Barragan in 2022.
Mroz helped UE hold on for the draw, coming up with a clutch save in the 89th minute on a Xavier scoring chance.
“I think any time you go down three times in a match and respond, you kind of have to take the result” said Head Coach Robbe Tarver. “I think we put a lot into the game, I think Xaiver put us in some tough spots, especially on the ball with their movement and connected a lot of passes. There were some good moments and bad moments, but ultimately, we can’t hang our heads about a 3-3 result.”
“I’m just proud of how much we put into the game. We can live with the results if we put in the effort, and I think we did tonight.”
Xavier out-shot Evansville 18-7 overall, including a 7-4 edge in shots on goal. Mroz made a season-high four saves in goal for UE.
With the tie, Evansville moves to 0-2-4 on the season. The Aces will be back in action on Saturday, traveling across town to take on USI in the Mayor’s Cup. Kick-off is set for 7 PM.
September 11: A Day of Remembrance
The nation changed forever on September 11, 2001. Many Americans remember a country before and a country after, and for many young Americans, only a country after. Terrorist attacks causing tragic loss of life at the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in sight of the nation’s capital, and a quiet field in southern Pennsylvania led to conversations and reflection on American identity, patriotism, security, and service that resonate today.
Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Remembrance of Victims of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
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INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun has directed that flags be flown at half-staff across the state of Indiana on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, in observance of Patriot Day. Flags will be lowered at all state facilities from sunrise to sunset in remembrance of the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and in honor of the first responders who acted with courage to save countless lives.
Gov. Braun encourages all Hoosier businesses and residents to join in lowering their flags to honor the memory of the victims and show respect to the heroes of 9/11. |
Mayor Stephanie Terry Presents FY 2026 Budget to City Council
Mayor Stephanie Terry today delivered her proposed 2026 City of Evansville budget to the Evansville City Council, outlining a $140.2 million General Fund plan that prioritizes core city services while responding to new fiscal challenges created by changes to state tax policy.
The Council is scheduled to hold two public readings of the budget: the first at its September 22 meeting, and the second – including a final vote, with any Council-led changes – at its October 6 meeting.
“Budgets are about values,” Mayor Terry said in presenting her proposal. “This budget reflects what we hear consistently from our residents: Take care of the basics. Roads. Safety. Housing. Parks. And make government work better for the people we serve.”
The proposed general fund budget includes modest growth of only 1.6% over FY 2025, while continuing to support core priorities like: strong public safety, infrastructure and neighborhood revitalization, accessible housing, and efficient government services. That increase reflects a commitment to honoring union contracts, meeting cost-of-living adjustments, and covering rising costs in supplies, materials, equipment, and utilities.
It also builds on historic investments made in 2025, including increases to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, expanded street paving, and new investments in public safety and parks.
The 2026 budget, however, is being delivered under new financial pressures. A recent change in state law, Senate Enrolled Act 1, reduces property taxes for homeowners but will cost the City of Evansville approximately $4.1 million in annual General Fund revenue next year.
“While tax relief is welcome news for many families, this particular law creates a serious budget gap for cities like ours,” said Mayor Terry. “And unfortunately, the options provided by the state involve raising income taxes, which would shift the burden to renters and working families who might not even benefit from the property tax cut.”
To address the shortfall without raising taxes, Mayor Terry proposed a three-part strategy:
- Strategic use of reserves, particularly casino revenues, to temporarily offset the impact;
- Operational efficiencies, including reduced capital spending, delayed vehicle replacements, and better use of internal resources;
- Ongoing innovation, including investments in technology, EMS services, and data-driven decision-making to modernize government operations.
Importantly, the proposal does not include any income tax increases or service reductions.
“We are tightening our belts where we can, protecting the services our community depends on, and continuing to fight for state-level fixes to SEA 1,” Mayor Terry said. “This is about responsible stewardship of our dollars, our infrastructure, and our future.”
SI Bronstein Center funds Online Care Partner Support Group with PAC
The University of Southern Indiana Bronstein Center for Healthy Aging and Wellness, within USI’s Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions, is partnering with Positive Approach to Care® (PAC) to offer a free, online care partner support group designed especially for people caring for someone living with dementia.
The live virtual sessions will be held 6-7:30 p.m. on five consecutive Tuesdays beginning October 7. Each will be led by an experienced support group leader and include video clips with dementia expert Teepa Snow, interactive activities, discussions and caregiver resources.
Each week in the series, the sessions will build upon the previous topics discussed:
- October 7: Understanding and Accepting Dementia
- October 14: Common Brain Changes and Supportive Techniques
- October 21: Sensory Changes: Increasing Awareness and Understanding Impact
- October 28: Person-Centered Problem Solving
- November 4: Techniques to Reduce Distress
“This online support group is created specifically for friends and family members caring for someone with dementia,” says Dr. Kevin Valadares, Interim Director of the Bronstein Center and Professor and Chair of the Master of Health Administration and Health Informatics and Information Management programs. “Each week’s content is thoughtfully designed to be both engaging and impactful. Participants also benefit from connecting with others who are navigating similar experiences during these virtual sessions.”
One participant shared their experience with the PAC support group:
“I wanted to personally thank you for the opportunity to participate. My dad took part this past spring, and I participated this fall. We both found the series incredibly beneficial in better understanding the changes occurring with my mother, what to expect moving forward and learning strategies to support her as her dementia progresses. The insights we gained have been invaluable, and I am sharing this wonderful resource with others who have a loved one diagnosed with dementia. I truly hope this program continues for years to come to help caregivers like us.”
Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience
AIKEN THEATRE
EVANSVILLE – NOVEMBER 7
– Tickets On Sale Now! –
(EVANSVILLE, IN) For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo—known worldwide as the Long Island Medium—has touched the lives of millions of fans, comforting supporters when they need it most. Now Evansville fans will get their chance at healing when the acclaimed medium and beloved personality appears live Friday, November 7, 7:30PM at Aiken Theatre, Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust Street, Evansville, IN 47708.
Tickets for this extraordinary event are on sale now and can be purchased through the website athttps://theresacaputo.com/pages/live-events or https://www.oldnationaleventsplaza.com/events/2025/theresa-caputo-live-the-experience, charge by phone at 812.435.5770, or the venue box office. Ticket prices start at $49.75 (plus applicable service charges) and are subject to change. Please note that purchasing a ticket does not guarantee a reading.
Known for her unique ability to communicate with those who have passed on, Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience brings Theresa face-to-face with her fans as Spirit guides her through the audience, and a full-stage video display ensures that everyone in the theater has an up-close experience regardless of seat location. Through personal life stories, candid humor, and intimate details about her gift to communicate with those who have passed, the beloved television personality and best-selling author delivers healing messages to her audience, reassuring them with the revelation that their deceased loved ones are still with them—just in a different way.
“The Experience isn’t about believing in mediums. It’s about seeing something life-changing” says Theresa Caputo. “It’s witnessing first-hand spirit communication.”
Experience the spirit with past episodes of Long Island Medium and Raising Spirits streaming on all major platforms.
In addition to her television series, Theresa has appeared on such programs as “The Drew Barrymore Show,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” “Live with Kelly and Mark,” “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” “Tamron Hall,” & “The Today Show.” She has authored five books including NY Times BestSellers “Good Grief: Heal Your Soul, Honor Your Loved Ones, and Learn to Live Again” (2017) and “You Can’t Make This Stuff Up” (2014). Her Ambie-nominated podcast, “Hey Spirit”, helps guests work through their grief to allow them to heal and move forward with peace and self-assurance.
USI to host Health Professions Day for high school students October 24
The University of Southern Indiana Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions is hosting a Health Professions Day for high school juniors and seniors exploring careers in healthcare on Friday, October 24. The day will incorporate hands-on experiences within various health professions programs, as well as interaction with USI faculty and current students.
The event, from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. in the USI Health Professions Center, will include lunch and an optional campus tour. Representatives from the following programs will lead breakout sessions: Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene; Diagnostic Medical Sonography; Food and Nutrition; Health Administration and Community Health; Health Informatics; Nursing; Occupational Therapy and Occupational Therapy Assistant; Radiology and Imaging Sciences; and Respiratory Therapy.
“The health field offers a wide variety of career paths,” says Sean Weir, Chair of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. “Health Professions Day gives high school students the chance to see that the opportunities are limitless when they pursue one of our healthcare majors.”
Food Inspection Report
