Wednesday, March 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newburgh Volunteer Fire Department volunteers cleaned out district 15 storage rooms in Warrick County as part of spring cleaning and will donate the usable fire equipment to less fortunate departments across the state. Other local departments are also donating similar items. 14 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari in Henderson received nine nominations in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for categories including best theme park, best outdoor water park and more. Voting began on March 24 — it will run until April 21 with winners announced on April 30. WEHT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Evansville Police responded on Monday evening to a call from the 1100 block of North Fulton Avenue and found a dog with wounds — all over its body that was taken to animal control while the investigation into alleged animal neglect continues. 14 News
- ➤ Deputies in Vanderburgh County arrested two teens after a stolen Jeep Compass was seen driving erratically in the Kohl’s West parking lot at 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, leading officers on a chase through a construction zone along West Lloyd Expressway until the vehicle stopped on Tekoppel Avenue Bridge where the suspects fled and were later found hiding in a garage—they now face felony and misdemeanor resisting law enforcement and possession of a stolen vehicle. 14 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library held an event Tuesday night from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Central Library — the program marked 100 years since the Tri-State Tornado and featured Tom Lonnberg from the Evansville Museum discussing its regional impact. 14 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials with the Warrick County Emergency Management Agency lifted the burn ban that had been in effect last week — recent rainfall and forecast wet weather lowered the fire risk. 14 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Spring brings new outdoor dining options in the Tri-State as restaurants refresh their patios for warmer days. Local spots—such as R’z Cafe in Fort Branch, Zaps Tavern in Mount Vernon, and Nisbet Inn in northern Vanderburgh County—offer menus that range from easy eats to more upscale meals. Courier & Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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