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American Industrial Group is expanding its operations in Posey County, bringing new high-paying manufacturing jobs to the area. The company announced plans to invest about 1.25 million dollars in the expansion. American Industrial Group is the parent company of Material Management Technologies and American Processing Services. Company officials say the project will create 11 new full-time skilled manufacturing jobs by 2028, with an average hourly wage of 42 dollars. The expansion will also help retain the company’s current workforce of 30 full-time Indiana employees, who earn an average of 37 dollars an hour. American Industrial Group says the investment supports its mission to streamline operations and deliver high-impact industrial solutions through its subsidiaries. The Indiana Economic Development Corporation is supporting the project with up to 175,000 dollars in incentive-based tax credits. Those credits are performance-based and will be rewarded once new employees are hired.
Posey County Commissioners have voted to extend a moratorium on renewable energy projects for another year. The pause applies to developments such as solar farms and wind turbines and was first put in place in March of last year. County officials say the extension is needed as other projects take priority. Commissioners are currently working on updates to the county’s comprehensive plan, including new zoning rules and ordinances. While existing laws already allow for solar energy development, officials say the updated plan is designed to allow room for future growth. Renewable energy projects in Posey County have faced opposition in recent years. One solar development in Marrs Township includes nearly 400,000 panels spread across about 1,500 acres large enough to power tens of thousands of homes at no cost to taxpayers. The renewable energy moratorium in Posey County is now expected to remain in effect through December of 2026.
The Posey County Prosecutor’s Office is having an Educational Community Event this evening at the Posey County 4H Community Events Center from 7:00-8:15 PM. The educational event is for adults only. It will provide parents and community members with the ability, knowledge, and confidence to help prevent and quickly identify alcohol, drug use, and abuse indicators of possible at-risk individuals.
Officials at the University of Southern Indiana say the school has received a 2.5 million dollar grant from Lilly Endowment Incorporated. According to a news release, the funding will support the creation of the Historic New Harmony Religious Liberty Initiative. The project is designed to explore and celebrate the role of freedom of belief both religious and secular in shaping visionary communities and inspiring new ways of living. University officials say this is the third grant Lilly Endowment has awarded to Historic New Harmony to help strengthen how the program shares the religious and spiritual history of the community with visitors. The new initiative will enhance the visitor experience through expanded educational programs, updated interpretive materials, and additional digital and on-site resources.
Runners are gearing up for the 7th annual “Oh Christmas Tree” race event at Harmonie State Park this Sunday at 1:00 PM. Participants can choose between a 12K course, and a 5K out-and-back route. Unlike previous years, the 5K will feature a flatter course without the hill to the turnaround. Everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a medal inspired by Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and a cake itself. Registration fees are $45, with discounts available for students, veterans, and active military. Early shirt and bib pickup is on Friday from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Core Chiropractic in Evansville. Awards will be given to the top two overall male and female finishers for both the 12K and 5K. Partial proceeds from the race will benefit the Harmonie State Park Children's Summer Program.
Last night in local high school sports, Mt. Vernon Boys Basketball lost at Heritage Hills, 56-49. The Wildcats are 2-3 and play again this Friday at Wood Memorial.
This evening in local high school sports, Mt. Vernon Girls Basketball journeys to Bosse. The JV game starts at 5:30 PM and the Varsity game follows at 7:00 PM. The Wildcats are 4-7 on the season. You can listen to the Varsity game tonight on 106.7 FM WMVI and online at poseycountyradio.com.
From local college sports on Tuesday night, Evansville Men’s Basketball lost their conference opener at home to Belmont, 83-78. Trent Hundley led UE with a career-high 20 points off the bench. The Purple Aces are 4-8 overall and 0-1 in the MVC. They play again at home on Sunday vs Drake.