Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
Good morning, Evansville.
Granted has opened registration for Over the Edge 2025, an event where participants will rappel down the Centerpoint Energy building on April 26 in downtown Evansville to raise funds for children facing life-threatening conditions.
Donors must give at least $1,000 by April 17 as the group works toward a $200,000 goal, with $104,674 having been raised so far.
An Evansville woman — identified as Stephanie Purcell — was one of eight killed in a pileup on I-70 near Goodland on March 14th when a dust storm reduced visibility, resulting in 55 injuries as 71 vehicles collided and the roadway stayed closed for over 24 hours.
Evansville police arrested 47-year-old John Emmett Hill on Saturday after witnesses said he raped, strangled and beat a woman near the Pigeon Creek Greenway Passage on March 16, and the injured woman was taken to Deaconess Midtown Hospital for treatment.
Evansville Police arrested 16-year-old Isam Clark—one of two juvenile suspects—in a shooting at Parkview Housing Project on Lodge Avenue late Saturday night, charging him with attempted murder and robbery while a victim, not expected to survive, may prompt a murder charge as another suspect recovers in the hospital.
Indiana Department of Transportation officials say the Boulevard Left intersection on Highway 41 will open this week—shifting all left turns away from the main intersection—and adding a new pedestrian bridge for safe crossing.
Officials with INDOT warned that fake text messages claiming unpaid tolls and extra fines are part of a smishing scam — these messages are not sent by INDOT and should be deleted.
INDOT stressed it will never use text messages to notify drivers about tolls and urged caution when handling unexpected links.
Evansville AMR sends its cardiac arrest data to Emory University through the CARES program — showing survival rates of 10.2 to 14.5% compared to the 7.1 to 8.1% seen nationally — as longer on-scene care and well-trained responders improve outcomes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
World Ballet Company - The Great Gatsby
7-8:30 p.m. — Old National Events Plaza — Tickets required — Experience the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties through a captivating ballet rendition of The Great Gatsby.
Ralph Shayne • SPEAK: An Explorative Lecture Series
7-8 p.m. — Victory Theatre — Free entry — Engage with innovative ideas in an educational lecture featuring Ralph Shayne.
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