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CenterPoint Energy launches 2025 Integrated Resource Plan process

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Evansville, Ind. – CenterPoint Energy’s Indiana electric business launched its 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) process, which will assist the company in setting its long-term strategy for electric generation and power needs for its 150,000 customers in southwestern Indiana. The IRP process, which takes place every three years, includes an analysis of electric generation options and involves a comprehensive stakeholder engagement component.  

While evaluating Indiana’s future power generation needs through this process, CenterPoint remains committed to providing reliable energy using dispatchable and renewable generation as it transitions to a diverse energy portfolio. The new Posey County 191 MW solar array and A.B. Brown’s new 460 MW natural gas-fired generation are targeted to be operational in 2025.  

The company plans to continue operating F.B. Culley Generating Station Unit 3 using coal through 2027. This approach provides time to evaluate future generation needs and the energy mix. It also considers the affordability impact of electric customers’ bills and supports increasing energy demand in the region. 

“We are excited to continue addressing our customers’ energy needs by bringing new, diverse generation resources online as part of CenterPoint’s long-term transformation in southwestern Indiana,” said Shane Bradford, Vice President of Indiana Electric. “Pausing the Culley Unit 3 conversion from coal to natural gas lets us reassess long-term energy solutions while balancing affordability and reliability. Our upcoming IRP will involve a comprehensive review of generation resources for the next 20 years.” 

CenterPoint remains focused on meeting customers’ energy needs while adapting to evolving market and regulatory conditions. Through the IRP process, the company will evaluate strategies to support long-term reliability, affordability, resiliency, sustainability and regional growth while considering market trends and system needs. As part of this effort, the company will continue working with stakeholders to assess its generation mix and potential future needs of renewables, natural gas infrastructure and grid modernization.  

CenterPoint will host a series of public stakeholder meetings in 2025 to provide updates and gather input: 

·       Public stakeholder meeting #1 – March 19, 2025 

·       Public stakeholder meeting #2 – May 14, 2025 

·       Public stakeholder meeting #3 – July 23, 2025 

·       Public stakeholder meeting #4 – Sept. 23, 2025 

Sen. Becker welcomes local students to Statehouse

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Sen. Becker welcomes local students to Statehouse

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 26, 2025) – State Sen. Vaneta Becker (R-Evansville) welcomed the following local students to the Statehouse who served as Senate pages in January and February.

  • Ethan Bauer, from Newburgh, attends Reitz Memorial High School
  • Charlotte Czaplicki, from Newburgh, attends Reitz Memorial High School
  • Nicole Diab, from Newburgh, attends Signature School
  • Ella Clare Engbers, from Evansville, attends Holy Rosary Catholic School
  • Andrew Foster, from Evansville, attends Reitz Memorial Catholic High School
  • Marcston King (pictured with State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso)), from Boonville, attends Boonville High School
  • Alice Meny, from Newburgh, attends Castle High School
  • Evelyn Wu, from Newburgh, attends Signature School

Pages spend a day at the Statehouse touring the historic building, observing debates from the Senate floor and interacting with their state senator.

“Being a Senate page is a wonderful opportunity for Hoosier students to learn firsthand how our state government operates,” Becker said. “I enjoy meeting with local students who traveled all the way to the Statehouse to experience the legislature up close, and I encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this program.”

Students in grades six through 12 participate in the page program on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays during the legislative session. Groups serve on Wednesdays.

AMR Evansville Advances Cardiac Arrest Survival Strategies During National Heart Mont

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A Leader in Advanced Resuscitation Techniques and Community Education

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (Feb. XX, 2025) — As the nation observes National Heart Month, AMR Evansville, a

division of Global Medical Response, highlights its commitment to improving cardiac arrest survival

through evidence-based protocols, data-driven resuscitation methods and community CPR training. AMR

Evansville has consistently surpassed national benchmarks in return of spontaneous circulation and

neurologically intact survival rates, reinforcing its role as a leader in emergency cardiac care.

Outperforming National Survival Rates

AMR Evansville has consistently surpassed national benchmarks in cardiac arrest survival. Return of

circulation rates are 10.8% higher than the national average, with strong outcomes in neurologically intact

survival.

“While a 10% improvement may seem modest in the broader scope, it represents lives saved that

otherwise may not have had a chance. For families, it’s everything,” said Critical Care Paramedic, and

Operations Manager Lee Turpen at AMR Evansville.

A lasting testament to this success is the Tomorrow Wall,

which honors caregivers who provided care to the

individual who was successfully resuscitated. Since its

creation in 2019, the wall has steadily grown, reflecting the

organization’s dedication to saving lives through advanced

prehospital care.

“The Tomorrow Wall is more than just numbers and

statistics. It is a wall of second chances,” said Turpen.

“Every plaque represents a life that could have been lost but was not, thanks to the relentless work of our

crews and the science backed care we provide on every call.”

Relentless innovation in resuscitation

AMR Evansville follows a data driven approach to cardiac arrest care, continuously refining protocols

based on research from the National Association of EMS Physicians, the Cardiac Arrest Registry to

Enhance Survival and the U.S. Metropolitan Municipalities EMS Medical Directors Consortium. These

cutting-edge resuscitation methods include:• Evidence based defibrillation techniques that increase survival in patients with shockable

rhythms.

• Carefully refined medication protocols based upon data that improve brain function and long-term

recovery.

• Real-time CPR monitoring optimizes chest compressions for maximum effectiveness.

• Extended on scene resuscitation, with a focus on high quality CPR and time-sensitive treatment

before transport, significantly increasing survival rates.

“We do not simply follow guidelines. We challenge them with real world data,” said Turpen. “Our approach

is not about what has always been done. It is about what works. The numbers prove it, and more

importantly, the lives saved prove it.”

National recognition for cardiac care

AMR Evansville’s success in improving cardiac survival has been recognized nationally through the

American Heart Association’s Mission Lifeline program. For the past decade, AMR has been awarded:

• 2024 Gold Award with Heart Attack Honor Roll, the highest distinction available.

• Gold Plus status from 2017 to 2023.

• Recognition for excellence in ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and cardiac arrest care

since 2014.

These honors reflect years of relentless work, research and commitment to providing the highest

standard of care for cardiac arrest patients.

Empowering the community through CPR training

While cutting edge protocols and highly trained paramedics make a difference, bystander CPR is the first

critical step in saving lives. AMR Evansville is committed to ensuring that more people in the community

are prepared to act in a cardiac emergency.

The AMR Evansville CPR Training Center offers hands on, certified CPR training to the public, equipping

individuals with the skills needed to take immediate action in a life-threatening emergency. Each year,

AMR trains approximately 1,250 people through partnerships with local fire departments, industries and

medical offices.

“Increasing bystander CPR is one of the most powerful tools we have in improving survival rates,” said

Turpen. “The first few minutes after a cardiac arrest are critical. A trained bystander can make the

difference between life and death.”

CPR training is available to the public. To learn more or to register for a class, call 812-421-6500.

A future of lives saved

As National Heart Month raises awareness of cardiac health, AMR Evansville remains at the forefront of

lifesaving innovation, community education and emergency response.

Through data driven resuscitation methods, expanded CPR training and a commitment to excellence,

AMR Evansville continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in prehospital cardiac care.

In a cardiac emergency, every second counts. Every life saved is not just a number. It is a family reunited, a tomorrow that was not promised but made possible.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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2024-2025 SIAC ALL CONFERENCE GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM

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FIRST TEAM

PLAYER GRADE SCHOOL

Myla Browning 12 Memorial

Bailey Hape 11 Reitz

Carlee Rogers 12 Jasper

Jayden Scott 11 Castle

Maddy Shirley 11 Central

Mya Skelton 12 Central

SECOND TEAM

PLAYER GRADE SCHOOL

Libby Blythe 12 North

Rylee Canaan 10 Memorial

Izabell Grantz 11 Castle

Avery Kelley 12 Central

Kaelyse Mitchell 12 Reitz

Jordan Scott 12 Castle

PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Maddy Shirley, Central

COACHES OF THE YEAR

USI finishes 2024-25 on the road – Screaming Eagles visit UTM, TSU

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USI finishes 2024-25 on the road
Screaming Eagles visit UTM, TSU

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Men’s Basketball finishes the 2024-25 campaign when it visits the University of Tennessee at Martin Thursday and Tennessee State University Saturday. Game time at UTM is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., while tipoff at TSU is 3:30 p.m.

USI (10-18, 5-13 OVC) looks to stay on track to conclude the season after snapping a seven-game losing streak with an 82-68 victory over Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Senior Night. Junior guard Jayland Randall led five Screaming Eagles in double-digits with 20 points, while graduate forward Jack Mielke posted his second career double-double with 12 points and 13 rebounds.

For the final homestand of the regular season, USI was 1-1 and finished the year with an 8-7 record at Liberty Arena.

For the season, junior guard Damoni Harrison, who had 18 points versus Eastern Illinois University before missing the game with SIUE, leads USI with 15.1 points per game. Randall follows with 14.9 points per contest, while sophomore forward Stephen Olowoniyi rounds out the double-digit scorers with 13.9 points per contest.

UTM (12-17, 4-13 OVC) lost a pair on the road last week and seven of the previous 10 games. The Skyhawks lead the all-time series with the Eagles, 7-4, after winning big at Liberty Arena in December, 77-46. USI was led by Randall, who posted 12 points in the loss.

TSU (14-15, 10-8 OVC) is still trying to make moves in the conference standings and trying to earn a first-round bye. The Tigers are 8-3 in the last 11 games after last weekend.

USI leads the series with TSU, 6-4, after taking the first meeting back in December, 77-75, in Liberty Arena. The Eagles were led in the first meeting by Harrison, who had 19 points. Olowoniyi and Randall followed with 18 points and 15 points, respectively.

All of the USI Basketball action can be seen live on ESPN+. The game can also be heard on ESPN 97.7FM (http://listentotheref.com) and 95.7FM The Spin (http://957thespin.com).

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Traffic Alert: Riverside Drive

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Both westbound lanes on Riverside Drive are completely closed to all traffic between Cherry Street and Chestnut Street while EWSU investigates a large sinkhole. Westbound traffic on Riverside is being detoured onto Cherry Street. The section of road will remain closed while crews determine the cause of the sinkhole and complete repairs.

Taylor Howe named MVC Player of the Week

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Howe hit four home runs in four games last week

  ST. LOUIS – Recording four home runs in four contests for the University of Evansville softball team last week, junior Taylor Howe has been named the Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Week.

Howe completed the week batting .455 with four home runs and nine RBI for the Purple Aces.  She hit a home run in each of UE’s four games over the course of the week.  She slugged 1.636 while scoring six runs and reaching base 50% of the time.

She opened the week with a 2-run home run in the opening game against Saint Louis before adding another homer in the 11-1 victory to split the doubleheader.  In game two, she went 2-4 with a homer, double, and two runs scored.

Sunday’s opening game against Western Michigan saw Howe hit another one out of the park while finishing with three RBI.  In the 14-2 win over UT Martin, Howe went 1-2 with another home run, two RBI, two walks, and two more runs scored.

Aces host Drake in final home game of the season Game time set for 7 p.m. Wednesday

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Game time set for 7 p.m. Wednesday

 

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Taking to the floor at the Ford Center for the final time this season, the University of Evansville men’s basketball team welcomes Drake for a 7 p.m. game on Wednesday.  Cameron Gehlhausen will be recognized for Senior Day; he is set to graduate following three years at UE.  ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network will have the broadcast.

Last Time Out

– It was an entertaining back-and-forth contest before UIC pulled away in the final minutes to take an 82-77 win on Saturday

– Gabriel Pozzato led the way for UE with 23 points while Tayshawn Comer completed the game with 22

– After trailing by eight at the half, UE took multiple leads midway through the second half

Reaching 1K

– Tayshawn Comer scored 22 points at UIC to surpass the 1,000-point mark in his career

– After scoring 539 points in two seasons at Eastern Kentucky, Comer has 467 this season at UE to stand at 1,006 points

– Comer recorded his first double-double of the season with 17 points and 11 assists against Valparaiso

– His 11 assists tied his career mark

– Over the last 16 games, Comer is averaging 20.0 points, 4.8 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game over that time and leads UE with his season scoring average of 16.1 PPG

– Against league competition, Comer is averaging 18.9 PPG, which is second

Full 40

– For the third game in a row and eighth time this season, Gabriel Pozzato played all 40 minutes at UIC while pacing the team with 23 points

– Pozzato is 7th in the MVC with 34.7 minutes per game

– He has averaged 22.5 PPG over the last two contests

– The 3-time MVC Freshman of the Week is the #6 scorer in the league with 15.8 PPG

– He earned his third MVC freshman accolade on Feb. 3 as he averaged 25.5 PPG in wins over Murray State and Belmont

– After missing eight games, he returned on Jan. 18 against Belmont

Another Career Game  

– Connor Turnbull connected on 12 of his 15 shot attempts on his way to a new career mark of 27 points against Valpo on Feb. 16

– It was the second 20-point game of his career and surpassed his previous mark of 20, which came on Feb. 8 versus Bradley

– Turnbull has recorded multiple blocks in eight of the last 11 games and paces the MVC with his average of 1.86/game while his average in MVC games is even higher at 2.17 per contest

– His total of 54 blocks ranks 25th in the country while his average of 1.86 is 31st

Scouting the Opponent

– Drake continues to pace the MVC with an overall record of 25-3 and a 15-3 mark entering the final week of the regular season

– On Sunday, the Bulldogs recorded a 64-58 overtime win at Northern Iowa

– Bennett Stirtz continues to lead the Bulldogs and MVC with his average of 19.0 points per game

– He also paces the squad with his total of 168 assists, 64 steals, and 39.1 minutes per game

– Daniel Abreu and Mitch Mascari both enter the game with an average of 10.9 PPG

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