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EPA Honors Home Builders and Raters for Providing Healthier Indoor Air

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WASHINGTON (Oct. 12, 2023) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is recognizing 10 home builders and four home raters with the 2023 Indoor airPLUS Leader Awards. These annual awards celebrate market-leading organizations that champion safer, healthier and more comfortable indoor environments through participation in and promotion of the Indoor airPLUS program, which offers enhanced indoor air quality protections to new home buyers.
In addition, EPA has selected two Indoor airPLUS partners to receive the Leader of the Year Award for their outstanding commitment and program performance. The 2023 Leaders of the Year are Beazer Homes in the builder category and EnergyLogic Inc. in the rater category.
“Congratulations to all 14 of the 2023 Indoor airPLUS Leader Award winners,” said Joseph Goffman, Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator of EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation. “Thanks to their hard work and dedication, every Indoor airPLUS home built and certified delivers a healthier living environment and fosters healthier communities from the inside out. Because of their achievements, more Americans can look forward to breathing easier in healthy, energy-efficient, and comfortable homes.”
The 2023 Indoor airPLUS Leader of the Year Award winners are: 
Builder: Beazer Homes’ dedication to the Indoor airPLUS program is evident across its building and marketing processes. Beazer offers educational videos on Indoor airPLUS, empowering homeowners and builders with valuable insights into creating healthier living environments. EPA is impressed by how Beazer puts energy efficiency and improved indoor air quality at the forefront of its mission.
Rater: EnergyLogic Inc. of Berthoud, Colorado, emphasizes air quality education, equipping homeowners and builders with knowledge to ensure superior indoor environments. Its dedication extends to providing innovative air quality solutions tailored to the unique challenges faced in Colorado, reaffirming its role as a trusted partner in enhancing indoor air quality for all.
The 2023 Indoor airPLUS Leader Award winners are:
Builders:
• Beazer Homes, National
• C&B Custom Homes, Inc., Cottonwood, AZ
• Charis Homes, LLC, North Canton, OH
• Fulton Homes, Tempe, AZ
• Mandalay Homes, Prescott, AZ
• Markel Homes, Boulder, CO
• Meritage Homes, National
• Providence Homes, Jacksonville, FL
• TC Legend Homes, Bellingham, WA
• Thrive Home Builders, Denver, CO
Raters 
• EnergyLogic Inc., Berthoud, CO
• Integral Building + Design, New Paltz, NY
• JKP Energy Inspections, Gilbert, AZ
• Steven Winter Associates, Inc., Norwalk, CT
Indoor airPLUS is a voluntary partnership and labeling program that helps new home builders improve the quality of indoor air and meet the growing consumer preference for homes with improved indoor air quality.
Indoor airPLUS homes are healthier by design. These design approaches include mold and moisture control; radon resistance; pest management; improved heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems; proper combustion venting; healthier building materials; and homeowner education. Indoor airPLUS-labeled homes can reduce the likelihood of health problems like disease transmission, heart disease, cancer, asthma, allergies, respiratory issues, headaches and more.
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For further information: EPA Press Office (presss@pa.gov)

 

UE men’s soccer stumbles in 5-1 loss at UIC

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Freshman midfielder David Hernandez scored his first collegiate goal in the loss
CHICAGO — The University of Evansville’s men’s soccer team couldn’t find a point on the road this week following a 5-1 loss to the UIC Flames.

The Purple Aces couldn’t find any offense in the first half of Saturday’s game in a tough road contest against the Flames. Freshman midfielder David Hernandez was one of UE’s bright spots in the grueling 90 minutes, scoring his first collegiate goal in the 61st minute off a corner kick. Midfielder Carlos Barcia also helped Evansville’s offense in the second half with two shots on goal.

The first half of Saturday night’s game was all UIC as the Flames found the back of the net four times in 45 minutes. The Aces had the first two shots of the half in the third and eighth minutes from Barcia and forward Kai Phillip. But UIC scored in the 13th, 31st, 36th, and 42nd minute to dominate on their home field.

Facing a wide deficit, UE didn’t back down as Evansville found it’s offensive spark early in the second half. The Aces peppered the Flames goalkeeper with shots early on, taking three shots in under four minutes. UE snapped its scoreless streak in the 61st minute when Hernandez took a corner kick for the Aces after a touch from UIC’s goalkeeper went out of bounds.

Hernandez corner kick rocketed into the bottom left corner of the net for his first goal as a Purple Ace. Evansville kept the offensive pressure up after the goal as Hernandez fired off another shot. But the Flames were able to get past goalkeeper Aidan Montoure one more time to seal the game. UE had two close shots in the final 12 minutes as defender Tobias Bak forced a diving save from UIC’s keeper in the 78th minute, while winger Auden Engen Vik had a shot in front of the net that went just wide left in the 82nd minute.

Evansville returns to Arad McCutchan Stadium next week on Wednesday, Oct. 18. The Aces will face the current Missouri Valley Conference leaders Missouri State in a weeknight matchup. Kick-off from McCutchan Stadium on the 18th is set for 7 p.m. 

USI comes up short after strong start against Morehead State

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MOREHEAD, Ky. – University of Southern Indiana Volleyball (9-12, 5-5) came up short in a competitive, five-set match against Morehead State University (11-10, 4-5) Saturday afternoon, falling 3-2 (25-16, 25-21, 25-14, 25-20, 15-7).

After dropping Friday’s match in straight sets, USI bounced back with a strong start on Saturday. As both sides tried to get in sync to begin the first set, Southern Indiana tore off five straight points to take a 7-4 lead, including three straight service aces by senior outside/right side hitter Abby Bednar (Chagrin Falls, Ohio). The Screaming Eagles widened their margin in the first set after multiple errors by Morehead State. Seven straight points late in the first game increased USI’s lead to 10, 24-14, before Southern Indiana closed out the first, 25-16.
 
Like the first set, USI’s strong attack continued to put Morehead State out of position to start the second frame, as USI jumped out to a 4-1 advantage. Morehead State settled back in to tighten the score. Both teams went back and forth in the middle portion of the second. With the score tied at 16, senior outside hitter Leah Anderson (Bloomington, Illinois) recorded five kills in a six-point span to put USI up, 21-17. Anderson tallied eight kills in the second set. Despite one more push from Morehead State in the second, USI claimed the second set, 25-21, to take a 2-0 lead.
 
After the second-set break, Morehead State adjusted and flipped a switch. The host Eagles captured the first five points and eventually grabbed an 8-1 advantage in the third set. Morehead State would not relinquish the momentum in the third, extending the lead as big as 22-9 and winning the third stanza, 25-14.
 
Heading into the fourth set, Southern Indiana tried to settle down and take back control. Following another competitive start from both sides, USI eventually went ahead 11-8 with a combination of kills between Bednar, junior middle hitter Paris Downing (Avon, Indiana), and sophomore middle hitter Bianca Anderson (Chicago Heights, Illinois). Then Morehead State went on an 11-4 run to take a 19-15 lead in the fourth, as the host Eagles’ defense went to work with four points off blocks during the run. Even though the Screaming Eagles received three kills late in the set from Leah Anderson, Morehead State won the fourth set, 25-20, to even the match at two games each.
 
USI began the fifth and decisive set with a 3-1 lead, but Morehead State answered. Morehead State utilized its defensive net play to leap in front. Up by two, 8-6, in the middle of the fifth, Morehead State finished the 3-2 match win with a 7-1 scoring run. Morehead State’s duo of M.E. Hargan (26 kills) and Irene Wogenstahl (14 kills) combined for 40 kills in the come-from-behind effort while Maycie Welborn came up with timely kills late in the match.
 
Statistically, for USI, Leah Anderson led the Screaming Eagles with 15 kills while totaling 14 digs. Bednar registered 13 kills, and Bianca Anderson accounted for a dozen kills. Junior setter Carly Sobieralski (Indianapolis, Indiana) dished out 43 assists, and sophomore libero/defensive specialist Keira Moore (Newburgh, Indiana) racked up 23 digs.
 
As a team, Southern Indiana accumulated 52 kills, seven service aces, 88 digs, and five blocks with a hit percentage of .127. Morehead State had 61 kills, eight aces, 84 digs, and 19 blocks with a hit percentage of .231.
 
NEXT UP FOR THE EAGLES:
The Eagles continue their four-match road swing next weekend with a pair against Ohio Valley Conference newcomer Western Illinois University. The first match on Friday is slated for 6 p.m. with a 2 p.m. start on Saturday. Both matches can be seen with a subscription to ESPN+.

Beyond Books: Pumpkin Bling

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October 17th from 4 – 5PM

Browning Gallery (lower level)

At Willard Public Library, we’re not just about books; we’re all about fun and creativity too! That’s why we invite your children to join us for our next exciting Beyond Books program – Pumpkin Bling!

During Pumpkin Bling, your little ones will have the chance to unleash their artistic talents and create their very own pumpkin masterpiece. We’ll provide all the necessary supplies for decorating, so all they need to bring is their boundless imagination. After they’ve blinged out their pumpkins, they can take their creations home to showcase to friends and family.

This is an excellent opportunity for children to explore the creative side of the library while getting into the spirit of the season.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance for your kids to enjoy some arts and crafts at Willard Public Library! And remember, we have plenty of other fun programs and events happening at the library. Visit our website at https://willard.lib.in.us/events/ to explore more upcoming programs.

Vanderburgh County Marriage Licenses Issued

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Vanderburgh County Marriage Licenses Issued

Vanderburgh County Marriage Licenses Issued

LEADERSHIP EVERYONE INVITES PUBLIC TO NOMINATE SERVANT LEADERS FOR ANNUAL AWARD CEREMONY

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WHAT:   Leadership Everyone (LE) seeks nominations for its 28th Annual Celebration of Leadership Awards Ceremony (COL) for individuals, youth, programs/projects and organizations/businesses who make significant, collaborative contributions that improve and transform community across the Evansville region. LE accepts nominations in the following categories: arts; community and neighborhood; education; environment, government, and public service; and health and social services. Submissions are reviewed and selected by a diverse group of community members.

HOW: Nominating is easy. Simply visit col.leadershipeveryone.org and complete the form. If you do not have internet access, call (812) 425-3828, extension 3.

WHEN: Award nominations are due by midnight on December 16, 2023. The event will take place in early 2024. More details to follow.

WHY: Influencing our region for over 40 years, Leadership Everyone believes that diverse servant leaders transform community. Through its staff and volunteers, LE teaches people to identify their passion for community betterment, commit to creating a better community, and take responsibility for making sustainable changes. The Celebration of Leadership Awards is an opportunity to honor individuals who use their passion to build a better community.

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 Recent Booking Records

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Vanderburgh County Crash Report

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SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE TOM MASSEY SELECTED AS A 2023 CCO “COMMUNITY SERVICE “AWARD WINNER

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SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE TOM MASSEY SELECTED AS A 2023 COO “COMMUNITY SERVICE” AWARD WINNER

OCTOBER 14, 2023

EVANSVILLE – On November 1, 2023, community leaders will gather at BALLY’S-Evansville to observe the City-County Observer bestowing several “Community Service Awards” to deserving individuals who are well-known and highly respected community leaders and volunteers throughout our community.

It is with extreme pleasure and pride that we announce our next well-deserving “Community Service Award” winner for 2023, SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE TOM MASSEY.

The City-County Observer recently announced our first deserving “Community Service Award” winners for 2023. She is the highly respected Daniela Vidal Chancellor of IVY Tech Community College.

Steve Hammer and County Commissioner Ben Shoulders Co-Chairmen of the 2023 “Community Services Award Luncheon” are also excited to announce that D. William Moreau a highly regarded and nationally known attorney and newspaper President/Publisher of the Indiana Citizen newspaper shall be the event Keynote Speaker.

SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE TOM MASSEY BACKGROUND

Thomas (“Tom”) Massey was the oldest of 4 boys born to his now-deceased parents, James and Kathryn Massey.  Tom graduated from South Bend Clay High School and Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management from the Krannert Business School.  He received his JD from Valparaiso University was on the Law Review for two (2) years and was a Legal Research and Writing Teaching Assistant for one and one-half (1½) years.  He passed the Indiana Bar Examination before graduating from law school.

Tom started practicing law at age 24 with Bowers Harrison Kent & Miller LLP in Evansville.  He practiced primarily in Family Law and Civil Litigation.  For many years, Tom was co-chair of the firm’s litigation section, at which time Bowers Harrison was among the largest law firms in Evansville.

In 2009, Tom opened his own law office to concentrate on large asset divorce cases in Southwest Indiana.  These cases typically involved competing business valuations, competing real estate appraisals and businesses with several owners.  Joe Harrison, Jr. and Lee Veazey joined Tom’s law office and they never had a crossword.

On February 18, 2021, Tom was appointed by Governor Eric Holcomb to replace retiring Superior Court Judge Richard G. D’Amour.  Evansville’s own Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch personally called Tom that day to advise of his selection.  Tom’s Superior Court No. 7 is primarily a Family Law and Civil Litigation Court.  

Tom was sworn into office on April 5, 2021, by Vanderburgh Superior Court Chief Judge Les Shirley.  He was unopposed for Election last fall.  Tom is now ending the first year of a six (6) year term on the Vanderburgh Superior Court.

In May 2021, only one (1) month after being sworn in, Tom was appointed by the Indiana Supreme Court to also serve as an Indiana Commercial Court Judge.  He is one (1) of the ten (10) Commercial Court Judges in Indiana that, in addition to their regular Court docket, handle large/complex litigation between business entities.  In August 2022, Tom along with Commercial Court Committee Members Jim Casey and Jim Johnson presented the first-ever seminar on the Indiana Commercial Courts to the Evansville Bar Association.

PERSONAL INFORMATION OF SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE TOM MASSEY

Tom and Joanne have been married since 1989.  Joanne graduated from Memorial High School and I.S.U.E..  She is a well-known artist and also teaches painting classes.  They have 3 adult children who are all proud Memorial High School and Purdue University Alumni.  In July of 2022, Tom and Joanne welcomed their first grandchild.  Tom and Joanne are long-time members of Christ the King – Annunciation Parish in Evansville.

 PEER HONORS FOR SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE TOM MASSEY

  • Martindale-Hubbell AV rating (highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards)
  • Recipient, multiple “Super Lawyer” Family Law designations
  • Faculty, numerous ICLEF family law seminars over 25 years.  Most recently Faculty on the July 2022 and July 2023 ICLEF Family Law “Masters Series” at French Lick Resort.

JUDGE MASSEY PROFESSIONAL AND BOARD AFFILIATIONS

  • Admitted to practice in the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court
  • Member, Indiana Office of Court Services Domestic Relations Benchbook Committee (2022 – Present)
  • Board Member, Indiana Continuing Legal Education Foundation (“ICLEF”), (1999-2005; 2019 – Present; 2023 Treasurer-Elect)
  • Republican Member, Vanderburgh County Election Board (25 years, President 16 years)
  • Merit Commissioner, Evansville Police Department (2000-2004)
  • Member, Vanderburgh County Legal Services Board of Directors (2015-2018)
  • Circuit/Superior Court Judicial Representative, Vanderburgh County Public Defender Board (2016-2021)
  • Served several times as Chair of the Family Law Section of the Evansville Bar Association 
  • Graduate, National Institute of Trial Advocacy, Notre Dame University (1993)
  • Adjunct Faculty, Lockyear College and University of Evansville (Business Law)(1988 – 1990)
  • Life Member, Purdue Alumni Association 
  • Member, Sons of The American Legion 
  • Member, Daniel Boone Gun Club
  • Member, Hoosier Musky Hunters (40” personal best)

This year’s event Master of Ceremonies will be the Memorial Baptist Church mega preacher and publisher of “Our Times” newspaper, Dr. Adrian Brooks.

The keynote speaker for the event will be the highly regarded John Krull, Director of Franklin College’s Pulliam School of Journalism and Publisher of TheStatehouseFile.com, a news website powered by Franklin College journalism students.

This year’s awards luncheon will be held at Bally’s-Evansville in Walnut rooms A and B.  Registration begins at 11:30 a.m., and the event will officially start at noon on November 1, 2022.

Reservations and additional details concerning this most worthy community event may be obtained by calling 1-812-774-8011. The deadline for registration is October 30, 2023.  For the last 10 years, this “Awards Luncheon” was sold out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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