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“HELP COMMITTEE “PASSES BRAUN, MANCHIN BILL TO ADDRESS MISLEADING MARKETING OF OPIOIDS

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WASHINGTON — Today, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee passed Senators Mike Braun and Joe Manchin’s FDA Review of Efficacy EERW Double-Blinds (FREED) of Opioids Act. The FREED Act would require scientific experts to review the controversial enriched enrollment randomized withdrawal (EERW) methodology used to approve new opioids and ensure opioids are only marketed for uses where they are both safe and effective.

“The opioid epidemic continues to devastate our country, tearing families apart, eroding communities, and claiming far too many lives. Passing the FREED of Opioids Act out of committee is a good start to ending this epidemic of preventable deaths and pushing the FDA to fix their misleading marketing of dangerous opioids,” said Senator Braun

“In 2022, more than 109,000 Americans died from a drug overdose, and nearly 80,000 of those deaths were related to opioid or synthetic opioid use,” said Senator Manchin. “I’m proud our bipartisan legislation, which would compel the FDA to prioritize public safety and fix their flawed marketing practices for dangerous opioids, has passed out of Committee. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support this commonsense amendment that would save countless American lives from this devastating epidemic.”

Specifically, the FREED of Opioids Act would:

  • Require the FDA to convene a joint meeting of the Anesthetic and Life Support Drugs Advisory Committee (ALSDAC) & Drug Safety and Risk Management Advisory Committee (DSaRM), to vote on whether EERW methodology should be used in clinical trials for opioid analgesic approvals.
  • Require the FDA to convene meetings of the Anesthetic and Analgesic Drug Advisory Committee to do a post-market review of opioids approved using the EERW methodology.
  • Require the National Academy of Sciences to conduct a study on EERW and its effectiveness in proving the efficacy of opioids in treating chronic pain.

UE School Of Education Awarded $500,000 Grant From Lilly Endowment For Advancing The Science Of Reading In Indiana Initiative

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EVANSVILLE, IND. (12/14/2023) The University of Evansville (UE) has received a grant of approximately $500,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its initiative, Advancing the Science of Reading (SoR) in Indiana. The grant will support UE’s School of Education.

UE is one of 28 Indiana colleges and universities that received grants from Lilly Endowment to support efforts that integrate Science of Reading-aligned principles into teacher preparation programs.

Through the support of this funding, the School of Education’s goal is to thoroughly prepare pre-service teachers to implement the SoR principles in their future classrooms. In doing so, this will ensure the increased literacy ability levels of Indiana’s elementary-aged students. The grant includes professional development for literacy faculty and pre-service teachers, along with SoR resources that will allow the application of SoR throughout clinical experiences.

“Investing in education is an investment in the future. This grant not only empowers the institution but also signifies a collective commitment to advancing the science of reading in Indiana,” said Dr. Sally Busby, Clinical Assistant Professor of Education. “By supporting our programs here in Evansville and across Southwest Indiana, we look forward to a brighter tomorrow through the transformative power of literacy.”

“It is imperative that more of Indiana’s elementary students learn to read proficiently, and it is essential that current teachers and the next generation of teachers are prepared to use proven principles to teach reading in their classrooms,” said Ted Maple, Lilly Endowment’s vice president for education. “We are pleased therefore to help Indiana colleges and universities strengthen the use of these research-based principles to teach reading in their teacher preparation programs.”

Lilly Endowment launched the Advancing the Science of Reading in Indiana initiative in 2022. It complements a statewide effort undertaken in 2022 by the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) to improve reading achievement in K-12 schools by helping current teachers implement Science of Reading-aligned principles in their classrooms. In 2022, the Endowment made a $60 million grant to the IDOE to support that work with school districts and teachers across Indiana.

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.

 

Evansville Regional Economic Partnership Welcomes Justin Groenert as the New Chief Strategy Officer

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Groenert to Begin Role as Chief Strategy Officer on January 8, 2024

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (December 14, 2023) – The Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (E-REP) announces that Justin Groenert has accepted the position of Chief Strategy Officer and will begin work in his new role on January 8, 2024. In his capacity as Chief Strategy Officer, Groenert will assume leadership responsibilities for all facets of E-REP’s aligned initiatives, focusing on delivering value to members, stakeholders, and partners through pro-economy public policies, strategic communications, and events.

Groenert will join the organization’s leadership team, which includes incoming CEO, Lloyd Winnecke, Josh Armstrong, E-REP’s Chief Economic Development Officer, and CFO Julie Probus. His early responsibilities will encompass the cultivation of robust relationships with E-REP’s 1400 members and the analysis of legislative and state policy proposals impacting members and the Evansville Region’s economy.  Given Groenert’s previous experience with BridgeLink, particular attention will be directed towards the project, especially in light of the recent announcement of construction schedules for ORX, the I-69 Ohio River bridge.  

 “Justin’s extensive background as a Chamber Executive, coupled with his expertise in public policy, positions him seamlessly as a leader of the extraordinary E-REP team.  A familiar face to many of our members through his past role at the Southwest Indiana Chamber of Commerce, we eagerly anticipate his return to his hometown, where he will infuse our community with the valuable experience gained in Chattanooga,” expressed Tara Barney, CEO of E-REP.

For the past four years Groenert has served as the Vice President of Public Policy for the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce.  During his tenure with the Chattanooga Chamber, he achieved notable milestones in public policy, including:

  • The creation and implementation of a three-year strategic plan and annual business plan for the Chattanooga public policy area. 
  • Creating “Chamber and Policy Chatts” social media strategies designed to engage members and partners in supporting high-performance local and statewide business policy. 
  • Organizing multiple events annually delivering member education and advocacy, including an annual Day at the Statehouse and a widely-regarded signature event—Federal Focus—effectively bridging Federal policy to the local economy. 

Before joining Chattanooga, Groenert accumulated diverse experience, serving as Chief of Staff/Legislative Director for the Office of the Indiana Treasurer, Director of Government Relations and Public Policy for the Southwest Indiana Chamber, and Campaign Manager/Senior Advisor for Congressman Larry Bucshon.  

His professional credentials include: 

  • CCE certification (Certified Chamber Executive) by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives 
  • IOM certification (Institute for Organization Management), an accreditation program by the U.S. Chamber that sets standards for excellence in chamber planning and recognizes chambers for exceptional contributions to positive community change. 

Born and raised in Evansville, Justin Groenert is an alumnus of Memorial High School. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Western Kentucky University and obtained his Master of Public Administration from the University of Southern Indiana. Recognizing his accomplishments, the University of Southern Indiana honored him with the Alumni Achievement Award in May 2022.

Retail Food Establishment Inspection Report

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Santa Stroll Presented by Riverside Capital Management Group scheduled for Friday, December 15

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Travel along Main Street and take photos with the holiday decor and special guests

December 13, 2023: Downtown Evansville is decorated for the holiday season and Friday marks the return of a holiday tradition that started in 2020. On Friday, December 15 from 5 – 7 PM the Downtown Evansville Economic Improvement District (EID) will host the 4th annual Santa Stroll Presented by Riverside Capital Management Group Jim Back, CFP® Financial Advisor and Daniel Schweikhart Financial Advisor on Main Street (between Riverside Dr. and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.).

Guests will stroll by foot or vehicle along Main Street beginning at Riverside Drive. As they travel, guests will enjoy the EID’s holiday decorations and lighting installations; including the lighted trees along Riverside Drive, the Chandelier Tree (130 Main Street), 12’ nutcrackers and the lighted archway at 2nd & Main, the Heart of Downtown Evansville (212 Main Street at the Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana), Santa’s Little Helpers Alley (213 Main Street by Evansville Eyecare Associates), the decorated fountain (300 block of Main), an 11′ Snowflake with more than 3,000 lights (300 block of Main Street), the Tunnel of Light featuring more than 13,000 lights (400 block of Main Street), a 10’ lighted tree (500 block of Main), an alley featuring multi-color lights (500 block of Main), and ending at the City of Evansville Christmas Tree (Civic Center).

Costume characters will be located on multiple blocks of Main Street to greet visitors and pose for photos. Free hot cocoa will be served on the 300 Block of Main Street in front of the Innovation Pointe Building (318 Main Street). There will also be a one night only Polar Express themed backdrop installation to capture your holiday memories. Volunteers will distribute free ornaments, crafts, and stickers to children at various lighting installations. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Rudolph will be stationed on the Ford Center Plaza for brief photo opportunities. As guests leave Main Street, they will see the City of Evansville Christmas Tree.

The event is free to attend and is open to the public. It is a busy time of the year for Santa and all the characters, so please note that the event will end promptly at 7 PM. Shops and restaurants along Main Street and throughout Downtown will be open for business.

“Now in its fourth year, this event debuted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The community reception was overwhelmingly positive, with hundreds of cars participating. This year we are providing multiple options for guests, including the ability to join us by foot or vehicle. We look forward to seeing lots of smiling children and families,” says Adam Trinkel, executive director, EID.

Lady Trailblazers ride big second quarter to win in Region 24 opener

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INA, Ill. – The Vincennes University Lady Trailblazers opened up Region 24 play Wednesday night on the road against Rend Lake College in Ina, Ill.

The Blazers fell behind early but were able to take the lead back for good with a big second quarter scoring run to pick up the 78-61 victory over the Lady Warriors.

Vincennes got off to a very slow start at Rend Lake, with the Lady Warriors scoring the first nine points of the game and quickly building a 12-2 lead.

VU would answer back with a 10-0 scoring run to even the score at 12-12 before Rend Lake hit a three before the buzzer to end the first quarter holding a 15-12 lead over the Trailblazers.

Vincennes looked to take control of the game to begin the second quarter, hitting three straight threes to use a 9-0 run to take a 21-15 lead.

The Lady Blazers would keep adding on, using some strong defensive pressure to outscore the Lady Warriors 17-1 and take a 40-21 lead.

Rend Lake would look to cut into the VU lead before halftime however, scoring the final even points of the opening half of play to cut the deficit to 44-31 at the break.

The Lady Warriors would look to continue this momentum into the second half, cutting the VU lead down to five points at 48-43 where it would hold for the rest of the third quarter.

Vincennes was left holding a 55-50 advantage over Rend Lake College heading into the final 10 minutes of action.

Rend Lake would continue to cut into the VU lead down to just three early in the fourth quarter at 58-55 before the Lady Blazers would take control of the game back by outscoring the Lady Warriors 17-2 to take a 75-57 lead.

The Lady Blazers would keep this lead and run the clock out as Vincennes finished off a 78-61 victory over Rend Lake to pick up the win in the Region 24 opener.

Vincennes was led offensively by a big double-double by freshman Taylor Guess (Indianapolis, Ind.) who came off the bench to pick up her first collegiate double-double with 16 points and 13 rebounds.

Freshman Destinee Hooks (Indianapolis, Ind.) finished off her night with 14 points and a team-high four steals, while freshman Makyla Tucker (Indianapolis, Ind.) came away with 14 points, three rebounds and three steals off the bench.

Freshman Karina Scott (Noblesville, Ind.) was the fourth VU scorer in double-figures Wednesday night ending with 12 points on four made three-pointers, while dishing out a team-high four assists.

Sophomore Johnai Wimbleduff (Indianapolis, Ind.) came off the bench to add eight points and five rebounds and sophomore Katrina Litte (Valmiera, Latvia) ended with six points on two made threes and dishing out four assists.

The Lady Trailblazers will look to keep this momentum going into the weekend when VU heads to Shawnee Community College in Ullin, Ill. Saturday, Dec. 16 for the first Region 24 basketball doubleheader of the season. Tip-off time for the Lady Blazers is set for 2 p.m. eastern.

VINCENNES BOX SCORE

VINCENNES (78): Destinee Hooks 6-15 1-2 14, Karina Scott 4-14 0-0 12, Katrina Litte 2-2 0-0 6, Brie Miller 2-6 0-1 4, Elikya Baseyila 0-3 2-4 2, Makyla Tucker 6-13 1-2 14, Najra Voloder 0-0 0-0 0, Taylor Guess 6-11 4-5 16, Johnai Wimbleduff 4-5 0-0 8, Maycee Lange 1-7 0-0 2, Team 31-76 8-14 78.

VU (5-7, 1-0) – 12   32   11   23 – 78

Rend Lake – 15   16   19   11 – 61

Three-point goals: VU 8 (Scott 4, Litte 2, Hooks, Tucker). Rebounds: VU 41 (Guess 13). Assists: VU 16 (Scott 4, Litte 4). Steals: VU 13 (Hooks 4). Blocked Shots: VU 5 (Hooks 2, Scott 2). Turnovers: VU 14. Personal Fouls: VU 22. Fouled out: Wimbleduff.

Cardona adds All-American status to list of accomplishments

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Junior earns honorable mention accolade

LEXINGTON, Ky. – Giulia Cardona became the first player in University of Evansville volleyball history to earn All-America status as she garnered American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Honorable Mention honors on Wednesday morning.

With the NCAA Final Four on the horizon this weekend, Cardona continues to be the national leader in kills per set (5.34), points per set (6.14) and attacks per set (15.00).  Cardona became UE’s first honoree in the 42-year history of the AVCA All-America Teams at the NCAA Division I level.  She was the MVC’s lone representative on this year’s list.

“I am happy to see Giulia being recognized on a national level,” Purple Aces head volleyball coach Fernando Morales said.  “We were witnesses of what she did night in and night out, but to see those on a national scale realizing this is huge for Giulia and our program.”

In total, 98 players were honored with 14 being named to first, second and third teams and 56 garnering honorable mention accolades.  Earlier in the month, Cardona became Evansville’s first player to garner AVCA All-Region honors.

Cardona was UE’s first  Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year and was one of the top performers in the MVC and the entire nation.  Cardona wrapped up the 2023 campaign with a total of 593 kills, breaking her own UE program mark, which she set in 2022.

She was named the AVCA GameChanger Division I National Player of the Week on October 17 becoming just the second player in league history to earn the accolade.  Cardona was a 4-tie MVC Player of the Week and recorded two of the league’s four 20-kill, 20-dig performances in 2023.

This marks just the second time that a Purple Aces female has garnered All-American honors at the Division I level.  In 2000, Krista McKendree was named a National Soccer Coaches Association of America Third Team All-American.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

 

 

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

Vanderburgh County Council Meeting DECEMBER 13, 2023

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Vanderburgh County Council Meeting
DECEMBER 13, 2023

3:30 P.M.

AGENDA

1. OPENING OF MEETING

 

2. ATTENDANCE ROLL CALL

 

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

4. INVOCATION

 

5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

 

A. County Council Meeting November 1, 2023
6. PERSONNEL REQUESTS:

 

A. Superior Court
1. Request to restructure funding for salaries paid from INDOC grants, Project Income and Community Transition Programs
a. Community Corrections Project Income 11220000
1) Community Corrections Project Income – Electronic Home Detention 11222104
2) Community Corrections Project Income – Treatment Court 11222503
3) Community Corrections Project Income – Work Release 11222505
b. INDOC Work Release Grant 9304/93140000
c. INDOC Treatment Court Grant 9317/93180000
B. LIT Public Safety – Superior Court
1. Request to move Residential Officer 11701370-117022 to 93040000-930458
C. Superior Court – INDOC Grant
1. Request to move Extra Help 93180000-199000 to 25050000-199000
D. Coroner
1. Request to amend hourly pay for PT Deputy Coroners 10001070-107121
E. Assessor
1. Request to fill vacancy for Real Estate Deputy Residential II 10001090-109139
F. Cooperative Extension
1. Request to fill vacancy for (2) PT 4-H Assistants 10001230-123120 and amend hourly pay.
G. Area Plan Commission
1. Request to allow Assistant Director/Planner 10001240-199000 to continue working part-time through March 28, 2024.
H. Public Defender
1. Request to allow advanced step placement for Public Defender 10001420-142168
I. Sheriff
1. Request to amend hourly pay for PT Property Management Clerk 10001050-105157
2. Request to amend hourly pay for PT Clerk 10001050-105170
3. Request to amend hourly pay for PT Paper Servers 10001050-199000 (Extra Help)
4. Request to amend hourly pay for PT Special Deputy 10001050-199100
J. LIT Public Safety—Sheriff
1. Request to amend hourly pay for PT Special Deputy 11701050-199100
K. Misdemeanor Offender
1. Request to amend hourly pay for PT Video Evidence 11750000-199000 (Extra Help)
2. Request to amend hourly pay for PT Booking Clerk  11750000-199000 (Extra Help)
L. Prosecutor
1. Request to fill vacancy for Chief Charging Investigator 10001080-108124
2. Request to fill vacancy for Deputy Prosecutor 10001080-108141
3. Request to fill vacancy for Investigator 10001080-108149
M. Prosecutor IV-D
1. Request to fill vacancy for (2) Enforcement Officer 10001400-140011 and 140029
2. Request to fill vacancy for Receptionist 10001400-140035
N. Prosecutor – Crime Gun Intelligence Center (CGIC)
1. Request to create and fill vacancy for CGIC Analyst 82100000-821001
O. Local Public Health Funds
1. Request to retitle and reclassify Data Analyst I 11610000-116121
P. Health Dept—WIC
1. Request to amend annual salary for these positions:
a. (2) Health Educator/WIC 84030000-840311 and 840312
b. (3) Registered Dietician/Registered Nurse 84030000-840314, 840315 and 840316
c. (2) Intake Clerk 84030000-840319 and 840321
d. WIC Local Agency Director 84030000-840325
2. Request to amend hourly pay for these PT positions 84030000-199000 (Extra Help):
a. PT Breast Feeding Coordinator
b. (2) PT Health Educator
c. PT PRN Clerk
Q. Health Dept—Lactation
1. Request to amend hourly pay for (3) PT Breastfeeding Peer Counselor 84060000-199000 (Extra Help)
R. Health Dept—Evansville Promise Neighborhood
1. Request to create and fill vacancy for (2) Community Health Worker I 84390000-843901 and 843902
S. WITHDRAWN Health Dept-Epidemiology Laboratory
T. Health Dept—Pre to 3 Expansion (State Grant)
1. Request to create and fill vacancy for Data Analyst I 94230000-942301
U. Health Dept—FSSA Hoosier Family First
1. Request to create and fill vacancy for (2) Community Health Worker II 94260000-942601 and 942602
V. Health Dept—Early Learning
1. Request to create and fill vacancy for Public Health Nurse I 94270000-942701
2. Request to create and fill vacancy for Community Health Worker I 94270000-942702
7. PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION REVIEW REQUESTS:

 

A. Circuit Court
1. Riding Bailiff/Court Reporter 10001360-136131
B. Circuit Court – Supplemental Adult Probation
1. Receptionist/Secretary 21010000-210165
C. Prosecutor IV-D
1. Enforcement Officer Supervisor 10001400-140012
2. Enforcement Officer Supervisor 10001400-140013
3. Receptionist 10001400-140035
D. Prosecutor IV-D – Incentive Fund
1. Director of Operations 88970000-889716
8. APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE:

 

A. Auditor
B. Burdette Park
C. Local Roads & Streets
D. Auditor’s Ineligible Homestead
E. Reassessment – Assessor
F. General Fund Reserve
9. REPEALS:

 

A. Clerk
10. TRANSFERS:

 

A. Clerk
B. Sheriff
C. Coroner
D. Prosecutor
E. Assessor
F. Election Office
G. Area Plan Commission
H. Commissioners
I. Superintendent of County Buildings
J. Jail
K. Circuit Court
L. AMENDED – Superior Court
M. Prosecutor IV-D
N. Old National Events Plaza
O. Legal Aid
P. County Council
Q. Convention & Visitors Bureau
R. Health Department
S. Prosecutor Pre-Trial Diversion
T. Riverboat Commissioners
U. Reassessment – Assessor
V. Reassessment – PTABOA
W. Circuit Court – Supplemental Adult Probation
X. LATE TRANSFER – Burdette Park Y. LATE TRANSFER – Highway Z. LATE TRANSFER – Jail ZA. LATE TRANSFER – Cooperative Extension
11. OLD BUSINESS – None

 

12. NEW BUSINESS – None

 

13. AMENDMENTS TO SALARY ORDINANCE

 

14. PUBLIC COMMENT

 

15. REMINDER OF UPCOMING MEETING DATES/TIMES:

 

A. County Council Meeting – Wednesday, January 3, 2024 @3:30 PM
16. ADJOURNMENT

Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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Courier Warrants – 2023-12-13

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