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Evansville
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The West Side Nut Club approved $115,600 in donations to 24 nonprofits during its March meeting Tuesday, raising its total community giving to $594,800 — funds sourced from annual Fall Festival proceeds. The donations will support local schools, youth groups, housing, and health services in Evansville. 44 News
- ➤ 10-8 Cafe in Evansville offered TSA agents a free meal as a thank-you after agents missed their paycheck last Friday (Mar. 13) and over a dozen claimed the offer by presenting their credentials, aiming to ease the stress felt by local airport workers. 14 News
- ➤ Evansville families can enjoy the upcoming 79th annual West Side Nut Club Easter Egg Hunt, which takes place on Saturday, March 28 at Mater Dei High School at 1 p.m. Nearly 16,000 candy-filled eggs will be hidden and costumed characters will offer photo opportunities for children. Courier & Press
- ➤ FOP Lodge #73 is hosting the Too Easy Officer Sam Taylor Golf Scramble on June 20 at Boonville Country Club to raise funds for Officer Taylor's recovery after his 2025 injury — foursomes can register to support the Fight for Life fund covering his medical care. 44 News
- ➤ Honor Flight of Southern Indiana holds a pork chop meal fundraiser this Saturday to fund veteran flights. It begins at 11 a.m. on March 21 at Pat Coslett’s Simplicity Furniture parking lot at Green River and Vogel Roads; $10 gets a meal (pork chop sandwich, chips, cookie, bottled water). 44 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local drivers see rising gas prices as unleaded hits $3.69 at Diamond Avenue after nearly a dollar increase in the past month. Those who depend on fueling for work face higher costs as global events continue to strain supply. 14 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Evansville will host 50 high school students and four teachers from Romania’s Transylvania region for a two‑week cultural exchange from March 30 to April 11. They will live with host families, attend classes at Reitz Memorial and join hands‑on workshops at UE — a growing initiative. 44 News
- ➤ Folds of Honor Indiana is accepting 2026 scholarship applications for spouses and children of fallen or disabled military personnel and first responders, and the window remains open until March 31 — the program supports tuition, tutoring, and other educational expenses. 44 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Evansville Otters are hosting Otterbelle tryouts on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to noon at Bosse Field. Eligible applicants aged 15 and older should register online and be ready for an interview plus a dance routine. Courier & Press
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Western Illinois Leathernecks vs. Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Baseball
1-2 p.m. — USI Baseball Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrill of college baseball as the Leathernecks take on the Screaming Eagles.
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Robert Burns Supper
6-9 p.m. — Hadi Shrine Banquet Hall — Cost not specified — Celebrate Scotland’s beloved poet with poetry, whisky, and good company.
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Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Evansville Purple Aces Baseball
6-9 p.m. — Braun Stadium — Secure your seats — Feel the thrill of college baseball action as the Salukis take on the Purple Aces.
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NAPT Professional Development Weekend
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation — Membership registration included — Enhance your skills with six courses focused on safe transportation for students with disabilities and operational safety.
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Paint Pour Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Check website for pricing — Explore your artistic side with guided paint pouring on your choice of canvases.
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FOREVER K-POP - A Celebration Concert
5 AM – 10 PM — Old National Events Plaza — Last-minute tickets available — Celebrate the best of K-Pop music in a vibrant atmosphere.
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UT Martin Skyhawks vs. Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Men's Baseball
1-2 p.m. — USI Baseball Field — Cost info not available — Witness the excitement as college baseball teams battle it out on the diamond.
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