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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross and Evansville/Vanderburgh EMA are handing out storm cleanup supplies to residents affected by recent severe weather—supplies are available at the Harte Pool parking lot on N. Boeke Road today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 14 News
- ➤ The deadline is Friday for sending thank you cards and letters to 86 Honor Flight of Southern Indiana veterans who will return to Evansville Regional Airport from Washington, D.C. on May 3 before leaving the city to visit war memorials. Courier & Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested a 44-year-old Evansville man (Edward Sharp) who had just gotten out of prison on drug charges after officers stopped a car for a traffic violation and found a handgun, marijuana, fake weed, fentanyl and nearly $1,700 cash on him along with cocaine and meth on the driver, and Sharp said he gave the drugs to hide for him. 14 News
- ➤ Evansville police opened an investigation on Tuesday — dead animals were found at a home on Madison Avenue and Animal Control was on scene; the case remains under review. 44 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mater Dei High School named Terry Muensterman as the new girls basketball coach after the hire was announced Tuesday; the 1973 alum—who brings over 30 years of coaching experience and strong family ties to the school—said he plans to build a winning team following last season's 8-12 record. Most of the roster is set to return as he works to improve the program. Courier & Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Evansville’s Department of Parks and Recreation announced that the old playground equipment at Stevenson Park will be removed next week for new play features, a safety fence and mulch—supported by a generous donation from Enterprise Zone and landscaping by Keep Evansville Beautiful on May 10—and is part of Mayor Stephanie Terry’s Neighborhood Revitalization plan to improve local parks. WEHT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mater Dei High School announced today that Terry Muensterman will serve as the new head coach of the girls basketball team—he brings over 30 years of coaching experience and strong family ties to the school. 44 News
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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5K on the Runway
8:30 AM – 12:45 PM — Evansville Wartime Museum — Benefiting local veterans — Experience the thrill of running on an airport runway for a great cause.
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Annual Golf Classic at Oak Meadow Country Club
1 PM — Oak Meadow Country Club — Participation fee required — Tee off for a good cause at the Evansville Philharmonic's annual golf fundraiser.
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Billy the Kid & The Regulators Live
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Mojo's BoneYard Sports Bar & Grille — Tickets required — Experience a night of high-powered rhythm and blues with a band known for their soulful performances.
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REDUCED! Office Building - Dowtown Evansville
Reduced price! Former AXIOM Marketing office building with extra lot for parking, which is scarce in downtown Evansville.
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