Good morning, Evansville.

Theresa Floyd-Maas, an Evansville native who attended Mater Dei High School and the University of Southern Indiana, became CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley after starting as support staff and rising to house operations manager.

She said her work eases the stress on families during hospital stays and cited an example of a family that stayed nearly three months after a premature labor.

Evansville will host its first Mac and Cheese Festival on Saturday afternoon at Main Street Food and Beverage—organizers said the festival will run from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. with a VIP event at 12 p.m. The event will offer over 40 mac and cheese options, live music, an eating contest, and a corn hole tournament.

A pedestrian was struck by a train near the intersection of North Peerless Road and Upper Mount Vernon Road early March 29; first responders found the person conscious and took them to Deaconess Midtown Hospital (serious but not life-threatening injuries) while investigators continued to review the incident.

Cookie Plug, a cookie company from Southern California, opened its new headquarters on Franklin Street on Saturday with customers lining up to try freshly baked goods.

The business is open every day—staying open until 2 a.m. on weekends.

Crews working on the I-69 Ohio River Crossing will begin a lane restriction on Highway 41 on or after March 31 after the morning rush hour at the 2nd Street overpass bridge—officials plan daily lane closures on US 41 between KY 425 and US 60 until late April to complete pavement work and install safety features.

Marion VA Health Care System visited Evansville on Friday to thank Tri-State Vietnam veterans for their service and sacrifices ahead of National Vietnam War Veterans Day—organizers said the event marked a long overdue welcome home for those who served.

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.

Love Our City: Festival of Nations

5-8 p.m. — Old National Events Plaza — Free entry — Join teams to uplift the community through volunteering opportunities such as clean-ups and home projects for the elderly.

Innovate WithIN Pitch Competition

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Old National Bank — Free entry — Experience the creativity of young entrepreneurs as they pitch innovative business ideas.

Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K

8 AM – 12 PM — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — Registration fees apply — Participate in a supportive community event for autism awareness and run or walk for a great cause.