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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • In Evansville, Elexis Crockett gave birth to a healthy baby girl en route to the hospital after going into labor unexpectedly at 37 weeks, despite initial health concerns.  14 News
  • Logan's Promise partners with Lyft to provide safe rides home on New Year's Eve in the Tri-State area to prevent drunk driving.  44 News
  • Evansville and Henderson offer Christmas tree disposal options, with Henderson recycling the trees for use in Newman Park.  Courier & Press

CRIME NEWS

  • Emily Boarman was arrested for crashing her car into a Corpus Christi Church building in Evansville while intoxicated, causing property damage but no injuries.  14 News
  • Terrance Burwell was arrested in Evansville for multiple charges including child neglect and battery, after allegedly assaulting a victim who was holding his child.  14 News
  • An Evansville couple was arrested for multiple charges including possession of methamphetamines and driving with a suspended license after a traffic stop in Gibson County.  44 News
  • 51-year-old Ronald Hurt was arrested in Evansville for driving with a BAC of .320, four times over the legal limit, after failing sobriety tests.  14 News
  • An Evansville family is advocating for a harsher sentence for Eriyon Gibson, previously convicted of reckless homicide, after his arrest for a violent crime involving a Molotov cocktail.  14 News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Tri-State area is preparing for a major winter storm, with residents stocking up and INDOT readying its fleet for potential impacts.  WEHT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More

    Experience a captivating evening of live classical music featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons and other works performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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  • Biblical Insights with Kristi McLelland

    Kristi McLelland, a professor and best-selling author, will lead a session exploring the Bible's historical and cultural contexts at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Evansville.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Evansville Purple Aces Women's Basketball vs. Southern Illinois Salukis

    This event features a women's college basketball game between the Evansville Purple Aces and the Southern Illinois Salukis at Meeks Family Field House.

    Sun, 1/19/25

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  • Pretty Woman: The Musical in Evansville

    Based on the beloved romantic film, 'Pretty Woman: The Musical' brings its enchanting story to life on stage with a talented creative team.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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  • Josh Merritt Concert

    Josh Merritt will perform live at Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill in Evansville.

    Thu, 1/23/25

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  • Concert Featuring Josh Merritt

    Josh Merritt will perform live at Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill in Evansville, IN.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • Spirit American Cheer: The Red Carpet 2025

    The Spirit American Cheer competition will take place in Evansville, Indiana, featuring various championship bids for all-star teams.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Macon Mayhem vs. Evansville Thunderbolts

    Enjoy an exciting hockey match between the Macon Mayhem and the Evansville Thunderbolts at the Ford Center, featuring $3 beer all night.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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