People

Carl's e-story: Reviving the Past, Leveling Up the Present
When Carl Arnheiter swapped the skyscrapers of New York City for the skyline of Evansville, Indiana, he wasn't just relocating—he was rebooting....

Mayor Terry's e-story: Forward Together
Mayor Stephanie Terry isn’t just making history—she’s shaping the future. As the first female and first African American mayor of Evansville, she’s...

Logan's e-story: Finding Opportunities in a New Community
Logan Jenkins is a golden goose.🪿 Some people move to a new city quietly, slipping into the background like a whisper. Logan Jenkins? Not a chance....

Gelina's e-story: One Community
Gelina Mascoe is bringing a unique slice of Caribbean life to the Midwest! Gelina founded the Haitian Center of Evansville in 2023 with one goal in...

Abby's e-story: The Art of Connection
Abby Elpers is the kind of person who radiates possibility, with a knack for turning dreams into reality. She’s a sunshiny dreamer with can-do...

Alex's e-story: Building a Community of Pride, Love, & Lattes
Nestled between two corn fields in Posey County is a whimsical town called New Harmony. Known for its charm, New Harmony might feel like it's pulled...

Lynn's e-story: Forging a Brighter Future
Lynn Miller Pease is the Dumbledore of the Evansville Region. Minus the beard. 😆 She is beloved, mysterious, mischievous, and magical. And if she...

Stephanie's e-story: A Connected Community
On the north side of Evansville, there's a small oasis of community spirit and entrepreneurial energy. It's here that Stephanie Peckenpaugh, a...

Melissa's e-story: Putting Down Roots
When Melissa Falconett left the Evansville Region 15+ years ago, she didn’t imagine returning, much less planting roots, but her passion for historic...

Diana's e-story: A Supportive City
In a world where borders often define our identities, Dr. Diana Rodriguez Quevedo's story stands as a testament to the power of resilience,...

Mo's e-story: A Place for Everyone
Around here, we’re known for our Hoosier Hospitality, and Mo Hobgood lays it on thicker than your grandma’s cornbread. Mo is a visionary with a...

Jaimie's e-story: Living Small to Impact Big
We are convinced that Jaimie Sheth is a superhero in disguise. That’s the only *logical* way to explain how quickly she makes such a huge impact...

Dom's e-story: A Place for Opportunity
When Dominic Poggi moved to Evansville, he knew that something was missing… something never-before-seen in the Region… something that pairs flippers...

Annalisa's e-story: Something Good is Brewing
How many times a day do you think about quitting your job and opening a coffee shop? For Annalisa Thewis, it’s not just an empty threat, but a...

Chris's e-story: A Setting for Success
Chris Johnson is a ball of energy. Literal Golden Retriever energy: always smiling, always ready to help, and always spreading unwavering positivity!...

Ben's e-story: Making a Difference
East side of Evansville born and raised, on the playground is where Ben Trockman spent most of his days. Whether that is completely accurate or not,...

Carmen's e-story: A Community for Life
Growing up in Evansville, Carmen Alford has found her niche here through the University of Evansville and an active group of friends in the city. As...

Brad's e-story: A Sense of Purpose
While other Purdue students were busy doing Fountain Runs during Boiler Gold Rush, Brad Niemeier was honing his entrepreneurial spirit by selling...

Stephanie's e-story: Community Within Community
As a newcomer to the Evansville Region, Dr. Stephanie Young has found her community within the community through her passion for running with the 812...

Zach's e-story: A City of Growth
Zach Garcia chose the Evansville Region to make an environmental impact. If you ask him, he’d say that he “has an environmental and ecological...

Abby's e-story: A Great Place to Be
If a rainbow was a person, Abby Murphy would be it. She’s vibrant, cheery, and colorful. A refraction of light that brings a smile to everyone she...

Kim's e-story: The Sound of Evansville
Everytime you see Kim Wren, you learn something new about her. She’s complex, yet incredibly relatable. Kim’s passionate about the community she...