Good morning, Evansville.

Severe weather has left under 3,000 people in our Indiana counties without power—a drop from a peak of over 24,000 outages—and crews are still working to repair damage.

In Kentucky, a few hundred people, mostly in Muhlenberg County, remain without power.

First responders arrived yesterday at a three-vehicle crash at Morgan Avenue and Boeke Road that blocked one lane on Morgan eastbound and all lanes on Boeke—no injuries have been reported yet.

University officials reported that a sinkhole formed on Weinbach Ave near the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity south of the Lloyd Expressway — crews said the hole measures about three feet wide and four feet deep and advised campus members to avoid the area until further notice.

Authorities in Evansville are investigating the death of a 46-year-old jail inmate who was found unresponsive in his cell and later pronounced dead at Deaconess Midtown — an autopsy is scheduled for next week.

The Excel Center, run by Evansville Goodwill, held its first graduation ceremony today where adult students earned high school diplomas despite juggling work and family challenges.

The center offers flexible schedules (life coaching and childcare help) to give students a second chance at education.

Sheriff Noah Robinson said severe flooding closed 20 roads and 7 additional routes—Evansville Fire Department completed one water rescue Thursday night.

He added that farmers lost several grain elevator barns—dozens of homes were damaged and the Ohio River will crest at 46 feet on April 10.

Indiana All-Stars announced their 12-member boys basketball roster, with several members having won state or semistate championships and will be led by Chesterton’s Marc Urban (assisted by Chris Hawkins and Jason Speer).

The team will play Junior All-Stars on June 4 at Greenfield-Central and face Kentucky All-Stars on June 6 at Lexington Catholic and June 7 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse (tickets for the June 7 game range from $12 to $100).

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.

Woman Arise 25: ASCEND

7 PM - 10 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Evansville — $89 — Experience transformative worship and teachings at this year's empowering women's conference.

Ohio Valley Birding Festival

7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — John James Audubon State Park — Various costs — Experience expert-led birding hikes and engaging family activities focused on avian appreciation.

Chemo Buddies HOPEFEST 2025

8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Friedman Park — Free entry — Celebrate strength and community at this uplifting festival supporting cancer patients and their families.