Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Evansville area offers a variety of events this weekend including a card convention, theatre productions, a hockey game, free museum admission, a string quartet performance, and college basketball games. Courier & Press
- ➤ The southbound lane of I-69 in Evansville between Fuquay Road and Pollack Avenue will be partially closed on Thursday for tree trimming, with completion time dependent on weather. 14 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The final defendant in a major Indy-to-Evansville drug trafficking operation was sentenced, concluding the case with 29 individuals collectively serving 378 years for distributing large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl. Courier & Press
- ➤ A Greenwood, Indiana man, James Henley, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for orchestrating a comprehensive fraud scheme involving unemployment claims, money laundering, and identity theft, causing over $2.9 million in damages. Courier & Press
- ➤ Two men were apprehended for shoplifting at an Evansville Walmart, with both having previous theft convictions, and additional charges for one due to possession of drugs and existing arrest warrants. 44 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Evansville has added the Our Times newspaper archive, a significant source of the local Black community's history and achievements, to its library collection, following a donation from the newspaper's founder, Sondra Matthews. 14 News
SHOP NEWS
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Euro Night Hockey Extravaganza
This event features a unique European-themed hockey night presented by the Thunderbolts at the Ford Center in Evansville.
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Super BINGO Night at SWIRCA
Experience an exciting evening of BINGO with total payouts up to $10,000, featuring snacks, drinks, and various games, held at SWIRCA in Evansville.
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AARP Tax Assistance at EVPL Oaklyn
Tax professionals from AARP will assist individuals with tax-related questions and return preparation during a scheduled event at EVPL Oaklyn.
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Dirty Dancing in Concert
This event features a screening of the digitally remastered film 'Dirty Dancing' accompanied by a live band at Old National Events Plaza.
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Jay DeMarcus Live at Ford Center
Jay DeMarcus will perform live at the Ford Center in Evansville, Indiana.
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The Hootz Concert at Bally's Riverfront Event Center
The Hootz will perform live at Bally's Riverfront Event Center in Evansville, Indiana.
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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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Highstrung Live at Damsel Brew Pub
Experience a night of live music with Highstrung at Damsel Brew Pub in Evansville.
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Hadestown Musical Performance
Experience the award-winning musical Hadestown, where the stories of Orpheus and Eurydice intertwine with the underworld, filled with captivating songs and performances.
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9th Annual Black & White Charity Ball
This annual charity ball at the Evansville Country Club features a live DJ, cash bars, hors d'oeuvres, and various entertainment activities.
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