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Yahoo
28-02-2025
- General
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Evansville woman hopes disability support group sparks change
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Evansville resident Megan Seiler has been in a wheelchair all her life and says there are daily obstacles she faces that many of us would never see. Now, she is hoping a newly-formed community group will make way for change. 'I was very surprised at how many people I got,' says Seiler, 'and I was like, 'There's obviously a need for this.' A need for support and a need for change. Earlier this year, Seiler helped form the 'Evansville Disability Community' support group. She says her daily obstacles range from accessibility in older downtown buildings to issues with sidewalks. 'You can take one path one way and it's completely smooth,' explains Seiler, 'and you can take another path to get to the same place and there's a big hole in the sidewalk. So, it is hit or miss, and I've had to learn the routes and places I can and cannot go.' Seiler navigates these challenges with the support of family, friends, and her caretaker, who helps with household tasks every day. She hopes the group, open to anyone with any type of disability, will be that same support for others. 'The whole idea, or belief, behind my group is that everyone deserves connection,' says Seiler, 'because I believe every single person deserves a group of people who understand them and want them and can relate to them.' Seiler goes on to say, 'We aren't just a support group, we're a social support group. We go and we live our life like everyone else. We're not just talking about our disability, we're not just talking about medical stuff, we're talking about friends, we're talking about books we've read.' Thunderbolts stop by Humane Society before Pucks and Paws Night For now, the group aims to be that avenue for connection and support, but eventually, Seiler hopes to push for real change with the help of the city. 'I know (City Councilman) Ben Trockman,' syas Seiler, 'and I've talked with him about the sidewalks and stuff, and so I'm working on making change and I'm working on that.' Seiler says she needs help from the community to provide locations to host these monthly meetings. She is also hoping for guest speakers for future events, and to connect with non-profits and businesses to better accommodate those with disabilities. For more information about the support group regarding meetings and how to join, visit the Evansville Disability Community page on Facebook or Instagram. You can also reach out to Seiler via email at mns351z@ Evansville woman hopes disability support group sparks change Non-profit helping eligible HWU customers with water bills I-69 ORX project on schedule despite flooding Surgery demonstration highlights annual Health Careers Day Madisonville residents take advantage of snow day Eyewitness News. Everywhere you are. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Shareholders approve Berry Global and Amcor merger
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Shareholders approve the acquisition of Evansville-based Berry Global by Switzerland-based Amcor. Thunderbolts stop by Humane Society before Pucks and Paws Night According to a news release from Berry, the deal was approved by more than 98% of shareholders of both companies. The deal, worth around $8.4 billion was announced last November and is expected to close in mid 2025. Officials say the company will retain the Amcor name and will be headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. However, officials say the company will maintain a significant presence in Evansville. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Thunderbolts stop by Humane Society before Pucks and Paws Night
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WEHT) – Several players on the Evansville Thunderbolts stopped by the Warrick Humane Society on Wednesday. This took place ahead of the 'Pucks and Paws Night' on Saturday. The game will feature adoptable dogs in the Ford Center lobby. Officials say New Hope Animal Rescue and It Takes A Village will also have adoptable dogs in the lobby on Saturday. We're told the organizations will be giving back $5 of each ticket sold at either the Warrick County Humane Society or New Hope Animal Rescue website will be donated back to the shelter. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
