Good morning, Evansville.

First Federal Savings Bank awarded United Caring Services $25,700 through its Community Multiplier-Member Match Program to help move individuals out of homelessness into permanent housing.

The organizations will host a check presentation ceremony Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the bank’s corporate headquarters.

Evansville fire crews responded to a small fire seen on the roof of Mission Grounds at Washington Square Mall just before 4:30 a.m. and evacuated several Timeout Lounge employees as a precaution while officials confirmed the mall is safe and operating normally.

A not guilty plea was entered Thursday for Chaser’s security guard Sean Shell, who was caught on video dragging, kicking, and beating bar patron Shane Hendrix at Chasers as he is ordered to avoid the victim and the bar while his review hearing is set for August 6 and his fellow bouncer Johnathon Turner will appear for a status of counsel hearing on April 22 (both men are out on bond).

Evansville Police arrested 31-year-old Tyler Vest on drug charges Wednesday and later charged him with child exploitation after a tip said he uploaded an image of child sexual abuse on a messenger service, leading to a home search that recovered multiple drugs, a computer, and a cell phone.

Officials in Princeton are assessing damage today after an EF-1 tornado tore through neighborhoods near Seminary Road and Oak Street, damaging 8 blocks and reaching wind speeds of up to 105 mph.

City leaders report no injuries and advise residents to avoid the area while emergency crews work.

Burdette Park will be temporarily closed today due to severe flooding that has blocked the park’s east side and made Nurrenbern Road impassable—county officials have advised overnight campers to seek alternate lodging as rising river levels threaten the west entrance.

The Evansville Levee Authority is using its levee system to protect the city from flooding as the river is expected to crest at 48 feet.

Superintendent Michael Herke said the system built after the 1937 flood uses measures like closing gravity gates, operating pump stations, and setting flood gates—steps that will prevent water levels from reaching dangerous heights.

Deaconess broke ground on the area's first dual emergency and urgent care facility near the intersection of Lynch and North Green River roads on Wednesday morning— the facility will open next year with new medical offices, imaging, and an outpatient lab.

The EVSC school board approved a $7.265 million project to renovate Reitz Bowl last night.

The renovations will add new bleachers on the home side and fix a failed 2020 coating — officials said the repair is needed.

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.

Star Wars: A New Hope Screening

7 p.m. — Victory Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic original film brought to life with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra.