The Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana and the 2009 ATHENA Award Committee announced the 11 ATHENA finalists on Tuesday, August 4 at The Chamber of Commerce on the fourth floor of Innovation Pointe. They are as follows: · Nancy Bizal, Instructor of Business Communication & Coordinator of External Relations for the University of Southern Indiana College of Business· Barb Butler, Chief Executive Officer for HealthSouth Deaconess Rehabilitation Hospital· Janie Chappell, Manager of Community Services & Business Development for Deaconness Cross Pointe · Nadine Coudret, Interim Provost & Vice President of Academic Affairs at the University of Southern Indiana· Carrie Ellsperman, President for Wealth Management at Old National Bank· Susan Hardwick, Vice President, Controller & Assistant ... 08/09/2009

The University of Evansville's civil engineering program has been named recipient of the American Society of Civil Engineers' Walter LeFevre Award for 2009. The award is given each year to the nation's top large civil engineering program and also to the nation's top small civil engineering program. It was created in 2008 to recognize accredited civil engineering programs "that promote professional licensure, ethics and professionalism." UE earned the 2009 award for the top small program, beating out last year's winner, the University of Idaho, and last year's runner-up, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. UE's civil engineering graduates in 2008 helped the university win the award by achieving a 100 percent passing rate on a national engineering fundamentals exam, said Brian Swenty, ch... 08/08/2009

Here we have the information on the Evansville Home & Garden Show. August 7-9. The Centre, 715 Locust St. Learn about the latest trends by browsing nearly 300 displays of home furnishings, accessories, remodeling ideas, and more. This year's show features a "Smart Home" section, which includes environmentally friendly options for homes. 3-9 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. Free. (800) 876-8063 or http://www.evansvillehomeshow.com. 08/07/2009

As far as Jerry Hopp is concerned, Grand Prix unlimited hydroplanes will bring the thunder back to Thunder on the Ohio on Aug. 21-23. "We are supercharged 468 ccs, and we'll bring all kinds of noise," said Hopp, Graham Trucking's Grand Prix driver and a former unlimited driver. The American Boat Racing Association announced Wednesday that the Grand Prix boats will complement the larger unlimiteds. "Our top speeds are 160 to 165 mph," Hopp said. "We'll bring seven boats to Evansville and run on a 12/3-mile course. Our boats are 24 to 26 feet long and generate 1,300 horsepower. Most Most are Chevy motors." By comparison, unlimiteds are 28-foot, 6,800-pound crafts that run primarily T-55, L7C jet turbine military helicopter engines and can reach speeds of 200 mph on the straightaways. For ... 08/07/2009

EVANSVILLE - It wasn't quite the same as sitting in the Hofbrauhaus, the famous beer hall in Munich. But eating at the tent set up for Germania Maennerchor's Volksfest on Thursday was about as close as a Tri-State resident could come without getting on a plane. By noon of the first day of the annual festival, a solid number of people had ventured out to enjoy the food, beer, music and camaraderie. Scott Lantaff was fortunate to have the day off from his job at SABIC-Innovative Plastics in Mount Vernon, Ind. Lunchtime found him at the Volksfest. RIGHT: Jeff Westfall of Evansville smiles after singing "Ein Prosit" with a stein full of beer in hand at the opening of the annual Volksfest. Lantaff said he comes to the event as often as he can. "Every once in a while, it's nice to get some g... 08/07/2009

The rising Ohio River has caused the cancellation of this weekend's bierstube and concerts on lower Dress Plaza by Red Eye Max and Stompbox 40. The events were part of the Bud Light Riverfront Concert Series presented by the Growth Alliance for Greater Evansville. While those concerts had to be dropped, GAGE officials said the higher river does not affect entertainment planned by Casino Aztar on its outdoor Events Plaza. Also, the farmer's market, car cruise-in and Downtown Loft & Condominium Tour from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday will continue as planned. - Rich Davis Source: http://www.courierpress.com/news/2009/aug/06/rising-ohio-cancels-riverfront-concerts-bierstube/ 08/06/2009

We have good news today on the economic front in Evansville. Old National Bank has been ranked 28th amongst a list of 150 best performers. In 2007 Old National Bank was ranked 114th. Old National was not the only Tri-State bank on the list. Integra Bancorp came in at 99th and Fifth Third Bank came in at 114th.   We can also report that Mead Johnson had a successful initial public offering. Mead Johnson was able to raise $ 720 million which was higher than anticipated.   We congratulate our local banks as well as Mead Johnson for their achievements. You can read the story on Mead Johnson at the Courier & Press: http://www.courierpress.com/news/2009/feb/11/10web-MeadJohnson/?ebj=1/       Local banks make list of 150 best performers       The local institution to attain the highest ranking... 02/12/2009

 Here we have an interesting article on the Language of Windows. Please call us if we can be of help with your next replacement of windows.     Speaking the Language of Windows   I Windows are the 'eyes' of the home, then some of us are in need of vision correction! Updated windows can make a 'Plain Jane' home in to a neighborhood treasure. But you need to know what is available (and what it's called!) when talking to your window professional. If you don't know your paladian from your jalousie, use this guide to understand the language of windows!   1. Fixed - This type of window cannot be opened. It is usually inexpensive and suitable for higher windows that won't be opened anyway.   2. Double hung - One of the most common windows and a great window for a period home. The window consis... 02/12/2009