Wednesday, January 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bassemier's Fireplace, Patio & Spas in Evansville remains open amid a severe winter storm, providing over 400 tanks of propane to those in need, despite personal challenges faced by staff. 14 News
- ➤ In response to ongoing power outages in Evansville, numerous facilities have been made available as warming shelters to support affected residents. Courier & Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After a winter storm in Evansville, over 60,000 were without power, including the airport, with efforts underway to restore electricity by Friday amid a local state of emergency. Courier & Press
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a house fire in Evansville, with no residents inside but a dog safely rescued. 44 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ During an animal neglect investigation in Evansville, a police officer shot a dog deemed aggressive, ensuing controversy over its treatment and prompting ongoing inquiries. 14 News
- ➤ An Evansville police officer fatally shot an aggressive dog during a neglect investigation, after attempts to safely remove it failed. 44 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Southern Indiana is facing severe ice storm challenges with 55,000 residents without power, extensive tree damage, and ongoing recovery efforts. 44 News
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Josh Merritt Concert
Josh Merritt will perform live at Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill in Evansville.
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Concert Featuring Josh Merritt
Josh Merritt will perform live at Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill in Evansville, IN.
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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.
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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.
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JAMfest Evansville Classic 2025 Cheerleading Competition
The JAMfest Evansville Classic 2025 is an all-star cheerleading competition offering multiple bid opportunities for participants in Evansville, Indiana.
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Joan Ellison Swings at the Evansville Philharmonic
The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra presents 'It’s Magic, Joan Ellison Swings in High Fidelity,' a captivating concert featuring Joan Ellison.
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