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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Vietnam veterans, their families, and caretakers are invited to a 50th Commemoration Ceremony at the Evansville Wartime Museum – organized by the Marion VA Health Care System, the event will be held on March 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to honor those who served in the Vietnam War.  14 News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • University of Evansville safety officials report that three students were hit by cars over the past month at the intersection of Weinbach Avenue and Walnut Street — where drivers turned without checking marked crosswalks — though the injuries were minor.  14 News

CRIME NEWS

  • Braxton Morris will go on trial on July 7 for attempted murder after he fired a crossbow at a victim during a January domestic violence incident — he also faces charges including domestic battery and strangulation.  14 News
  • An Evansville woman, 28-year-old Raven Young, was arrested on March 13 for felony charges of drug dealing resulting in death and dealing narcotics in connection with a 2021 fatal overdose—she is now held at Vanderburgh County Jail with a $50,000 cash bond.  44 News
  • An Evansville man charged with attempted murder now faces aggravated battery (posing a substantial risk of death) after deputies said his car left the scene of a drive-by shooting on Wyoming Avenue near a victim’s home on Sunday morning (court return set for Thursday afternoon).  14 News
  • Evansville police said one person was taken into custody after a driver crashed into First Avenue Presbyterian Church at 11:30 a.m. today when the vehicle hit landscaping and a stone wall before stopping in a nearby CVS, and AMR was also called to the scene.  44 News

CULTURE NEWS

  • BOOGIE WONDER BAND will perform on June 21 at The DAM as part of the First United Bank & Trust 2025 Concert Series. Tickets will go on presale Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. CT—general sale tickets will be available Saturday at 9:00 a.m. CT with advance tickets priced at $14.50 for Lawn General Admission.  WEHT

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Evansville postal workers will gather Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Four Freedoms Monument to protest proposed changes to USPS. They say privatization could cost jobs and raise mail prices—especially hurting rural areas.  Courier & Press

SPORTS NEWS

  • Princeton and Forest Park from the Pocket Athletic Conference will compete in the boys basketball semistate on Saturday, marking the first time since 1999 that the PAC has had two teams at this stage - Princeton will face Crispus Attucks at 11 a.m. and Forest Park will take on Parke Heritage at 9:30 a.m., both teams aiming to capitalize on a strong non-conference record.  Courier & Press

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Davy Knowles Live Performance at Mojo's BoneYard

    Davy Knowles will perform live at Mojo's BoneYard Sports Bar & Grille in Evansville.

    Sat, 3/22/25

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  • NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Championship - Session 1

    Experience the excitement of NCAA Division II Men's Basketball as teams compete during the championship session at the Ford Center.

    Tue, 3/25/25

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  • NCAA Division II Men's Basketball - Session 3

    1-5 p.m. | Ford Center | Ticket prices vary | Experience the excitement of NCAA Division II basketball action live from Evansville's Ford Center.

    Thu, 3/27/25

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  • NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Championship - Session 4

    The NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Championship Session 4 will take place at the Ford Center in Evansville, showcasing a competitive afternoon of basketball.

    Sat, 3/29/25

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  • Peoria Rivermen vs. Evansville Thunderbolts

    3:00 - 5:30 p.m. — Ford Center — Check event page for ticket prices — Celebrate Sunday Funday with exciting hockey action as the Thunderbolts take on the Rivermen.

    Sun, 3/30/25

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  • BROWN'S All Peddlers Flea Market

    5-9 p.m. — McCuthan Trace Subdivision — Free entry — Discover a variety of vendors at this beloved returning flea market experience.

    Tue, 4/1/25

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  • Birmingham Bulls vs. Evansville Thunderbolts

    7-11 p.m. — Ford Center — Cost varies — Wear your cowboy boots and flannels to show off your country side at this exciting hockey match.

    Fri, 4/4/25

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  • Dueling Pianos Night at Warehouse 410

    8-11:30 p.m. — Warehouse 410 — 21+ event — Experience a high-energy night of music and comedy featuring electrifying dueling pianos.

    Sat, 4/5/25

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  • MD Wildcat 5K Run/Walk

    7-9 p.m. — Garvin Park — Entry fee varies — Participate in a community run/walk to support the Mater Dei Marching Band.

    Sun, 4/6/25

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  • Wolfe's Collector Car & Memorabilia Sale

    9 a.m. — Wolfe's Auto Auction — $20 weekend pass (children free) — Celebrate classic cars and collectibles with auctions, food, and community spirit.

    Fri, 4/11/25

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