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Evansville
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Youth Resources will host its 17th annual Big Man On Campus competition on Thursday, April 9 at Harrison High School. The family-friendly fundraiser features eight local seniors competing in four segments; doors open at 5:30 p.m. + the show starts at 6 p.m. 44 News
- ➤ Evansville Goodwill announced a property purchase in Newburgh that may become a retail store and donation center. The development is part of a long-term plan to create a convenient venue for donations and shopping (supporting education and job training programs). 14 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Medal of Honor recipient Donald Ballard visited the Evansville Wartime Museum on Monday night and met with community members to discuss the medal and his service—emphasizing that it represents honor and love. He is expected to make additional stops around town during his visit. 14 News
- ➤ USI will host The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica honoring Vietnam veterans, from Thursday, Oct. 29 through Sunday, Nov. 1 at the Broadway Recreational Complex on Broadway Avenue. The free exhibit will be open 24 hours a day and feature a mobile education center that explains the Vietnam War and the memorial's history. 14 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Evansville hit $4.49 per gallon at a Shell station on Monday, April 6. AAA reported the national average was $4.12 & Indiana ranked 29th in the country. 14 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Perry Township Fire Department announced road closures on Evansville’s west side. Broadway Avenue will be closed from Posey County Line Road to Old Mt. Vernon Road until Aug. 7, and Schutte Road will be closed for 14 days, so drivers are urged to use detours. 44 News
- ➤ The southbound I-69 exit ramp to westbound Lloyd opens today 10 days early with a reconfigured T-shaped design + traffic signal to safely guide vehicles merging onto the expressway. Officials advise drivers to prepare for the new stop requirement when entering the lane. 14 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Evansville and Southern Indiana basketball players entered the transfer portal after last season as the window opened April 6 for women + April 7 for men, with several athletes announcing their decisions via social media and the portal closing in two weeks. Courier & Press
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Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Evansville Purple Aces Baseball
6-9 p.m. — Braun Stadium — Secure your seats — Feel the thrill of college baseball action as the Salukis take on the Purple Aces.
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NAPT Professional Development Weekend
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation — Membership registration included — Enhance your skills with six courses focused on safe transportation for students with disabilities and operational safety.
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Paint Pour Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Check website for pricing — Explore your artistic side with guided paint pouring on your choice of canvases.
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FOREVER K-POP - A Celebration Concert
5 AM – 10 PM — Old National Events Plaza — Last-minute tickets available — Celebrate the best of K-Pop music in a vibrant atmosphere.
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UT Martin Skyhawks vs. Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Men's Baseball
1-2 p.m. — USI Baseball Field — Cost info not available — Witness the excitement as college baseball teams battle it out on the diamond.
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Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K
8 AM – 12 PM — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — Fundraiser for Autism Everyone — Experience a community-driven event promoting awareness and support for autism.
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2025 Women's Leadership Conference
8 AM – 3 PM — Old National Events Plaza — Check website for ticket prices — A transformative conference empowering women through leadership workshops and recognition of community leaders.
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Snout About Scavenger Hunt
12:30-2:30 p.m. — Myriad Brewing Company - Newburgh Taproom — Check for pricing — Grab your friends and let the competition begin in this exciting scavenger hunt around town.
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UIC Flames vs. Evansville Purple Aces Baseball
6-9 p.m. — Braun Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting baseball matchup between the UIC Flames and the Evansville Purple Aces.
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Mothers Day Mini Photography Sessions
12:00 – 11:59 p.m. — Myriad Brewing Company - Newburgh Taproom — $50 — Capture special moments with a photography mini session just in time for Mother's Day.
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