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The enrollment period for Healthcare Insurance Marketplace is now open

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The enrollment period for Healthcare Insurance Marketplace is now open

by State Representative  Ryan Hatfield

Enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace is now open! The open enrollment period gives consumers the chance to renew, change or enroll in a health insurance plan. If you need marketplace coverage for 2024 or currently have marketplace coverage, you should take the time to make sure you know all of the options for plans and preview prices by visiting healthcare.gov.

For customers who currently have coverage, please make sure that all of your information is correct. Any changes in your income or household can mean that there may be a different plan better equipped for your needs and you may qualify for different financial assistance. You can visit the Marketplace Insurance Program Map provided by the Indiana Department of Insurance to find what providers are in your county.

Friday, December 15, 2023, is the deadline to enroll in or change plans for coverage to start on January 1, 2024. For coverage to start on February 1, 2024, the last day to enroll or change plans is January 15. After that, you can only enroll if you qualify for a special enrollment period.

If you have questions or need assistance, you can visit the Find a Navigator tool to connect with a certified Indiana navigator free of charge. Indiana Navigators can help you with the application process or contact an insurance agent. As always, feel free to reach out to my office if you need help enrolling in an insurance plan!

Sincerely,

State Rep. Ryan Hatfield

200 W. Washington St.

Indianapolis, IN 46204

Website: in.gov/h77

Email: h77@iga.in.gov

Toll-free: 1-800-382-9842

Contact me:

State Rep. Ryan Hatfield

200 W. Washington St.

Indianapolis, IN 46204

Website: in.gov/h77

Email: h77@iga.in.gov

Toll-free: 1-800-382-9842

 Steve Schaefer To Join Garmong Construction as Vice President for Evansville Region 

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 Steve Schaefer To Join Garmong Construction as Vice President for Evansville Region 

(Schaefer served as deputy mayor and chief of staff to Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke since 2012)

(EVANSVILLE, INDIANA, November 2, 2023)—Steve Schaefer, who has served as deputy mayor and chief of staff to Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke since 2012, is set to join Indiana-based Garmong Construction as its Vice President for the Evansville Region at the end of November. 

Schaefer, the 1st Deputy Mayor in Evansville’s history, will leave city government on November 29, 2023, and begin his duties at Garmong on November 30, 2023. 

“Steve cares deeply about Southwest Indiana,” says David Hannum, P.E., chairman and CEO of Garmong Construction. “We are excited to have someone of Steve’s experience and expertise joining our growing construction firm.” 

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead and grow Garmong’s operation in our region, as the 100-year-old company has an established record of high-quality work,” said Schaefer. 

Schaefer has had a long history of project management success, from his foundational work with the Interstate 69 initiative to his leadership in rebuilding the City of Evansville’s Parks & Recreation Department. Throughout his time with the City of Evansville, Schaefer has been a key leader in transformational projects including the downtown Convention Hotel, the Medical School campus, and the Deaconess Aquatic Center. 

In 2023, Schaefer was named the “Civic Leader of the Year” by Feed Evansville and also received the statewide recognition “Public Official of the Year” by the Indiana Greenways Foundation. 

Garmong Construction opened its Evansville office in June 2014 and has since managed and delivered more than $500 million worth of work in public and private projects across the Tri-State Region. The team in Evansville has expanded to include more than 50 employees. 

Garmong focuses on supporting the communities in which our employees live and work, along with community initiatives for quality of life and place for the entire region

In 2023, Garmong was awarded the “Corporation of the Year” by the Indiana Greenways Foundation for our effort in support of trails and the quality of place in our communities. 

For more information on Garmong Construction, please visit https://garmong.net 

FOOTNOTE: Headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana, Garmong Construction offers its customers and clients a century of construction experience. Garmong is recognized today as one of the leading Construction Management companies in Indiana. We remain family-owned and have offices in Terre Haute, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and Indianapolis. Gar mong’s growth has placed us as one of the Top 25 fastest-growing companies three times by the Indianapolis Business Journal

 

Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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Courier Warrants – 2023-11-03

Vanderburgh County Health Department Indiana Influenza-Related Deaths

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Vanderburgh County Health Department Indiana Influenza-Related Deaths

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The Vanderburgh County Health Department is re-releasing the below media release from the Indiana Department of Health, concerning influenza-related deaths confirmed in Indiana.  These are the first two deaths reported and we want to take the opportunity to remind our community that we recommend everyone, from 6 months of age and up, to receive a flu shot to protect themselves from severe illness and potential loss of life.

For those who don’t have insurance, or if their insurance doesn’t cover vaccinations, the Vanderburgh County Health Department can provide the flu vaccine at no cost.  Flu shots can also be received from most pharmacies and primary care providers.

INDIANAPOLIS —The Indiana Department of Health encourages Hoosiers to get vaccinated against influenza (flu) after confirming the first two flu-related deaths of the 2023-24 season. No additional information about the patients will be released due to privacy laws.

Hundreds of Hoosiers become sick from influenza, and some cases are fatal. More than 270 Hoosiers died after contracting influenza during the 2022-23 flu season, which typically runs from October through May.

“Influenza can quickly become a serious, even life-threatening illness for some Hoosiers,” said State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver, M.D., FACEP. “While no two flu seasons are exactly alike, we always recommend getting an annual flu shot as soon as possible to provide the best protection against becoming seriously ill.”

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone age 6 months and older get a flu vaccine each year. The CDC also recommends early vaccination as it takes about two weeks for the antibodies that protect against flu to develop in the body and the holiday season when families gather indoors is approaching.

People can also help prevent the spread of flu by washing their hands thoroughly and frequently, avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth with their hands, and staying home when sick. Hoosiers should practice the “Three Cs” to help prevent the spread of flu and other infectious diseases:

  • Clean: Properly wash hands with warm, soapy water 
  • Cover: Cover your cough and sneeze with your arm or disposable tissue 
  • Contain: Stay home from school or work when you are sick to prevent the spread of germs. 

While anyone can get the flu, there are some people who are at higher risk of serious flu-related complications such as pneumonia, hospitalization, and death. Pregnant women, young children (especially those too young to get vaccinated), people who are immunocompromised or who have chronic illness, and the elderly are most at risk for complications from flu. It is especially important for these individuals to receive an annual flu vaccine.

Common signs and symptoms of the flu include:

  • fever of 100° Fahrenheit or higher 
  • cough 
  • sore throat 
  • headache 
  • fatigue 
  • muscle aches 
  • runny or stuffy nose 

Flu season data is reflected on the IDOH influenza dashboard each week and will be updated on Fridays. Note that due to reporting timeframes, one death will be reflected on the Nov. 3 update and the second on Nov. 13. The dashboard also contains historical flu surveillance data, broken down by county, region, and age group. Click here to learn more about influenza or to view the CDC weekly flu report.

Visit the Indiana Department of Health at www.StateHealth.in.gov for important health and safety information.

SENATOR BRAUN REMEMBERS HOOSIER BASKETBALL LEGEND COACH BOB KNIGHT

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WASHINGTON – Senator Braun released a video message and statement following the passage of legendary and iconic Indiana Hoosiers basketball coach, Robert Montgomery Knight:

Watch on YouTube | Download Video Here

In a statement on X, Braun said:

“My deepest condolences for the passing of a legendary Hoosiers Coach, Robert Montgomery Knight.

“’The General’ will be remembered for generations for leading the Hoosiers to the last undefeated season in NCAA history in 1976 and three national titles, and his iconic and lasting impact on the sport of basketball in Indiana and around the nation.

“Maureen and I send our condolences to the Knight family.”

Knight is survived by his wife, Karen, and sons, Tim and Pat. He was 83 years old.

UE, EVSC Forge Partnership to Launch Careers in Education and Health Sciences

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EVANSVILLE, IND. (11/02/2023) The University of Evansville (UE), in partnership with the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) is proud to announce a transformative collaboration that opens exciting educational pathways for high school students to earn college credit and qualify for scholarships. Through this partnership, students interested in careers in health sciences or education can enroll in one of the Health Sciences Next Level Programs, the Academy of Science and Medicine (ASM), or the Education Pathways Program and earn college credits from UE, which can be easily transferred to other universities. Students who successfully complete one of these programs and are admitted to UE will also automatically qualify for a minimum academic merit scholarship of $25,000, renewable for up to four years.

Faculty at UE will work with high school administrators and instructors to provide additional educational opportunities for EVSC students, including but not limited to campus visits, observational experiences, and potential research projects with faculty and UE students. Students who earn college credit through this partnership will be well prepared to start one of UE’s 3-year degree tracks in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Nursing, or Exercise Science. Additionally, they are eligible to apply to direct entry programs at UE, including Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, and Physician Assistant Science, that provide the assurance of admission into a graduate program and shorten the time it takes to earn both the undergraduate and graduate degrees in their field.

“The collaboration between UE and the EVSC serves to strengthen our partnership and equip high school students with the tools necessary to chase their aspirations and never stop learning,” said EVSC Superintendent Dr. David Smith. “Not only does this pave the way for students to earn college credit, but also opens doors to a world of possibilities.”

“We are delighted to partner with EVSC to support young people who are passionate about education or health sciences and want to get a jump start on challenging and exciting careers in these fields while they are in high school,” said Mary Kessler, Interim Executive Vice President, Academic Affairs and Provost.

Additional scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Friends of Willard Library Annual Lecture

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We’re thrilled to invite you to an upcoming event that promises to be an enriching and engaging experience – the Friends of Willard Library Annual Lecture.

Event Details:

Date: Monday, November 6, 2023

Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Browning Gallery, Lower Level, Willard Public Library

This event is not just an ordinary lecture; it’s a unique opportunity to travel back in time to the Prohibition Era in Evansville, a time of speakeasies and intrigue. The lecture, “Wide Open Evansville: Prohibition Era,” will be presented by the talented author, Erick Jones.

Erick Jones, the great-grandson of Evansville, Indiana Police Captain Andy Friedle, brings history to life through his debut book, “Wide Open Evansville.” His research dives deep into the captivating period when Indiana enforced prohibition while Kentucky, just across the Ohio River, did not. Evansville, with its rich German culture and brewing heritage, faced unique challenges during this era, earning a reputation for being “wide open.” The lecture will also explore the 1920 Evansville whiskey ring conspiracy, an event that left an indelible mark on the city.

About the Author: Erick Jones Erick’s personal connection to the era goes beyond his great-grandfather; he’s also the great-grandson of former Vanderburgh County sheriff’s deputy Jesse Jones, who later became a federal prohibition agent. Although he now resides in Ohio, Erick holds cherished memories of spending his summers with his grandparents in Evansville.

This lecture is free and open to the public, and we encourage you to invite your friends and family to join us for this enlightening evening.

The Friends of Willard Library have been dedicated to enhancing the library experience for the community since 1972. Membership in the Friends of Willard Library empowers individuals to actively contribute to the library’s growth and the community’s cultural enrichment. Your support helps purchase special equipment, continue restoration efforts, expand our collections, and actively participate in library programs and events.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Browning Gallery at Willard Public Library on November 6th for an unforgettable journey through the Prohibition Era.

The Indiana Coalition of Animal Welfare Professionals designate November 5-12, 2023 Adopt A Hoosier Shelter Pet Week with 3 local organizations participating!

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(Evansville, IN): The Indiana Coalition of Animal Welfare Professionals alongside 22 shelters and rescue organizations across the State of Indiana are coming together to designateNovember 5-12, 2023, Adopt a Hoosier Shelter Pet Week, to bring awareness to the growing public problem of pet homelessness and the crisis shelters and rescues are facing. Indiana shelters and rescuers call the community to act now to adopt, foster, donate, and/or volunteer during Adopt a Hoosier Shelter Pet Week to help alleviate this crisis and reverse the monumental steps taken back in saving the lives of homeless pets.

The following local shelters will be participating during their normal business hours with waived or reduced adoption fees:

Vanderburgh Humane Society (VHS) (www.vhslifesaver.org)

Evansville Animal Care & Control (www.24petconnect.com)

It Takes a Village Rescue (www.itvrescue.org)

The VHS and Evansville Animal Care & Control will be offering FREE adoptions for ALL dogs, cats, and kittens of all ages during the November 5-12 event. It Takes a Village will be offering FREE adoptions for cats over 1 year, and $100 adoptions for dogs over 1 year.

Shelters and rescue groups are experiencing an overwhelming number of animals entering the system. The increased intake of animals and the reduction in adoptions is being driven by inflation, rising costs of food and supplies, the lack of affordable pet inclusive housing, and scarcity of veterinary resources. As a result, shelters are overburdened, over their capacity for care, and healthy pets are being euthanized for space. This is dangerously reversing decades of work to save the lives of healthy, adoptable pets.

According to Shelter Animals Count (SAC), the most trusted and current source for animal sheltering data, alarming trends are emerging in which more dogs are entering the shelters than leaving, less are leaving with a live outcome, and shelter length of stay has tripled.

“The crisis shelters are facing does not originate within the shelters,” said Stephanie Filer, Executive Director of Shelter Animals Count. “Shelters need help now more than ever. This is a community problem that requires a community solution.”

Community problems require all stakeholders to collaborate and collectively solve for improved quality of life. Building humane communities where healthy, adoptable pets are not euthanized, but adopted into loving homes is the preference of our society. In this time of crisis, we need the community now more than ever to open their hearts and homes to a shelter pet in need so we can ensure we are on the pathway to preserving those humane communities across the State of Indiana.

Indiana Grown Holiday Box highlights local businesses

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INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 1, 2023) – Today, Indiana Grown announced a new initiative to bring Indiana businesses from across the state together for a yearly holiday gift box. This box will showcase a variety of products from Indiana Grown members. Indiana Grown is a statewide initiative housed within the Indiana State Department of Agriculture to highlight local products and artisan goods.

“This holiday box is a fantastic way to promote Indiana’s small businesses,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “I personally cannot wait to share this gift box and these wonderful items with my friends and family for the holidays.”

Each box includes:

  • Hot Sauce – Linneweber’s Sauce Company LLC – Vincennes, IN
  • Indiana Honey – Bee Great Local – Churubusco, IN
  • On-Ear Popcorn Kit – Groomsville Popcorn – Tipton, IN
  • Strawberry Jam – Fish Lake Organics – Goshen, IN
  • Alpaca Dryer Balls – Heritage Farm – Flora, IN
  • Hoosier National Soap – Indiana Soap Company – Greenfield, IN

“We are very excited to put Indiana products from across the state in front of Hoosiers and across the country,” said Caroline Patrick, director of Indiana Grown. “Indiana Grown members strive to make the best products possible and we are excited to introduce them to you.”

The 2023 Indiana Grown Holiday Box is limited to 170 boxes. Click here to place your order.

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