A long-overdue investment in Black wealth took a visible step forward April 23, as Generations Community Bank marked its ribbon cutting in Indianapolis. This is Indiana’s first Black-led, minority depository institution, intended to expand access to capital for Black families. Local data shows that white families in central Indiana hold nearly eight times the wealth of Black families.
Last weekend, during the University of Evansville African American Alumni Association’s (UEAAA) annual celebration, alumni returned to campus for a series of events, including a luncheon and the dedication of a bench honoring Zerah Priestly Carter. The tribute—conceived and organized by the UEAAA—recognized Carter as the university’s first African American graduate. But the scholarship in her name is on pause due to anti-DEI federal regulations.
Friday, 1,500 EVSC (Evansville Vanderburgh County School Corp) students in grades K-3 received their first book and a storage crate to start their very own home library. The book distribution is part of the City of Evansville’s broader “We Read” campaign, a citywide effort aimed at ensuring every child is reading on grade level by third grade.
Our Times is proud to launch the Black Educator of the Year Awards, recognizing the men and women who shape our community through education every day. Help us shine a light on those making a difference. Deadline: April 30
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) Board of School Trustees met Monday to discuss student achievement, facility improvements, early childhood education, and district updates. Members present were Paul Gamblin, Christopher A Kiefer, David Hollingsworth, Michael J Duckworth Sr, and Amy DeVries.
For many families, a call or visit from the Department of Child Services isn’t routine—it’s life-changing, and when something goes wrong, too many are left with more questions than answers. A new Indiana law, signed April 22, aims to change that. House Enrolled Act 1307, authored by State Rep. Alex Burton of Evansville, strengthens oversight of DCS by requiring its independent ombudsman to investigate serious complaints involving a child’s safety and well-being.
Fraud remains a growing concern across Indiana. Evansville residents are invited to take part in a free community forum focused on fraud prevention, hosted by AARP Indiana. The event will take place on April 30 and is designed to help individuals, especially seniors, recognize and avoid common scams that continue to impact local families.
Voters in Indiana’s 8th Congressional District heard from two Democratic candidates, Mary Allen and Tabitha Zeigler Saturday. The provided an opportunity for voters to hear directly from candidates on key issues, including healthcare, the economy, and representation.
After canvassing the Tepe Park neighborhood with their father Eric II, three brothers: Eric III, Elias, and Evin launched Tillman Brothers Lawn Care, a full-service lawn business offering mowing, weed removal, and bush trimming to help beautify their community.
Evansville has been selected to receive $125k from the African American Mayors Association and the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America to fund the Evansville Promise Neighborhood Healthy Play & Pantry program, which is centered in six local schools.
