Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
Good morning, Evansville.
🏘️ Community
In a few weeks, Rotary members will gather for their annual conference and launch a service project to support families across Indiana—Evansville Rotarians Kari Akin and Tina Fuhrer provided details on how members can sign up.
🚨 Crime
Evansville police arrested two Chaser's Bar & Grill bouncers on Sunday after video footage showed them punching, kicking and dragging a man during a dispute over a bar tab.
A jury trial for Jason Horne, accused of killing his girlfriend in March 2024, is set to begin today at 8:00 a.m. in a Vanderburgh County courtroom—court records confirm he was scheduled to appear this morning.
Two Evansville men were charged after a viral video showed bouncers beating Shane Hendrix at Chaser’s Bar and Grill, with Hendrix taken to the hospital for serious injuries and his attorney filing a lawsuit for damages while demanding the full video be released — the incident raised sharp concerns over the bar's actions.
Evansville teen Derrick Brifil pleaded not guilty on Monday to murder, robbery, and child in possession of a gun charges after a deadly shooting last month and was remanded on $500K cash bond in isolation from adult inmates at Vanderburgh County Jail—co-defendant Isam Clark is scheduled to appear in court next week.
🎭 Culture
USI in Henderson is set to welcome spring with the return of SpringFest as official Allison Weihe detailed plans for a headlining concert and other festivities.
The campus celebration will be held soon, and more details are expected.
🏛️ Government
INDOT crews began alternating lane closures on northbound I-69 in Vanderburgh County—between the exit to I-64 and the exit to Highway 57—Monday as they worked on overhead sign repairs.
They also worked on the right-hand lane of Westbound I-64 near the I-69 exits, and the work is set to continue through June.
The City of Evansville will spend about $7.8 million to pave and improve roads and an extra $2.25 million for safety projects in 2025—funded by city funds, Community Crossing grants, and an Indiana transportation program.
The City Engineer’s office will use scores from a Road Pavement Index to pick roads based on condition, traffic, and speed limits.
The City of Evansville spent more than $10M on road improvements in 2025—using $7.8M for paving that began on April 7 and $2.25M for planned safety upgrades like street re-striping and signal visibility.
City officials said these measures address worsening road conditions and frequent driver concerns.
🎉 Evansville Events
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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.
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.
Awakening Events - Upcoming Christian Music Concerts
6-10 p.m. — Old National Events Plaza — Tickets available — Experience uplifting performances at this exciting Christian music concert.
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