Afternoon News: Wednesday March 1st 2023

Posey County Radio News and Sports

News:

Mt. Vernon High School says there will be a parent and athlete meeting on Wednesday, March 15th, at 5:30 PM in the main gym for any football or basketball player currently in grades 8-11.  The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss upcoming summer schedules and expectations for athletes.

The Posey County Council on Aging is offering free tax services through the Center for those that are 60 years and older with an income of $57,000 or less. This is being offered through April 7^th. You can call or stop by the office to make your appointment. Posey County Council on Aging is located at 618 W. Eighth Street in Mt. Vernon.

Anyone in Evansville who's ever thought about being a firefighter could take the first step in that process today. The Evansville Fire Department says that starting today, it will begin accepting applications to start its hiring process. There are several requirements to join the department, like being at least 21, a citizen of the US, having a valid driver’s license, never having been convicted of a felony, and more. The examination process includes a written test or tests, an oral interview, and a physical ability test. The first-year probationary salary for EFD firefighters is $56,883, plus benefits and pension/retirement plans. For more information and to apply, visit evansvillegov.org. 

Haynie's Corner and Downtown Evansville are inviting the community to help raise money for a local bar. This comes after a car drove through Peephole Bar and Grill on Main Street nearly two weeks ago leaving a huge hole in the front of the business. The community now hopes to raise money in a spaghetti bowl. This Sunday, March 5th, residents can grab a bowl of spaghetti. There will also be a chance to see Downtown Evansville Indiana play against Haynie's Corner Arts District in a flag football match-up. Organizers say general admission is $5 and admission plus spaghetti is $15. The event will begin at 3:05 p.m. at Sunset Park. 

Sports:

- The OVC Women’s and Men’s Basketball Tournament got underway today in downtown Evansville at Ford Center. Eight teams on both the Women’s and Men’s side look to punch their ticket to the NCAA tournament. The four-day tournament has held in Evansville at Ford Center since 2018. Officials have signed an agreement to keep the games here through 2026 with an option for 2027. The Women’s games got underway this afternoon and the Men’s games are this evening at 6:30 and 9:00 PM. USI Men’s Basketball (16-15, 9-9) is the 7 seed and will tip off for their first O-V-C tournament appearance at 9:00 PM against 6^th seeded SIU-Edwardsville (18-13, 9-9). 

- In other Men's College Basketball tonight...Notre Dame (10-19) plays host to #25 Pittsburgh at 6:00 PM. #23 UK (20-9) welcomes Vanderbilt at 6:00 PM.