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Evansville
Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families celebrated Earth Day at Wesselman Woods with interactive booths, nature activities and live demonstrations free of charge. Officials said the event aimed to inspire a generation of environmental stewards. 14 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a structure fire this Saturday morning at 455 Shamrock Court in a local apartment complex, displacing three families + causing water and smoke damage while officials investigate the cause. 44 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Evansville Wartime Museum is hosting an event today to honor America’s 250th birthday with historical re-enactors, crafts, and interactive displays for kids. The museum will also sponsor a 5K on the Runway to support preservation of its World War 2 P-47 Thunderbolt. 14 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Evansville honored alum Zerah Priestly Carter by dedicating a bench on campus for her contributions to education. The ceremony featured remarks from her nephew and UE African American Alumni Association members on the northeast side of the Sesquicentennial Front Oval. 14 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Boonville Fire Department hosted a vehicle extraction training in Boonville, partnering with local services + Tri-State firefighters to update lifesaving techniques for handling vehicles with modern safety features. 14 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Evansville Thunderbolts rallied on Friday night, scoring three power-play goals to beat the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs 3–1 and take a 1–0 series lead with home-ice advantage — Game 3 is scheduled for Wednesday, April 22 at the Ford Center. 44 News
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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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Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs. Evansville Purple Aces Baseball
6-9 p.m. — Braun Stadium — VIP tickets available — Experience the excitement of college baseball at Braun Stadium with premium seating options and pre-game entertainment.
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Mom and Me: Blooming Love Painting Class
12–2 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $29 each — Enjoy a family-friendly painting class where creativity blooms and snacks are welcome.
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River City 5 & 10 Miler
7 a.m. — Lamasco Park — Entry fee varies — Choose between a 5 or 10 mile run along scenic routes in Evansville.
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Murray State Racers vs. Evansville Purple Aces Baseball
6-9 p.m. — Braun Stadium — Tickets available — Feel the thrill of NCAA baseball as the Racers take on the Purple Aces live.
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Albert Castiglia Band Live Performance
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Mojo's BoneYard Sports Bar & Grille — Ticketed event — Experience the soulful blues of one of America's rising stars in a lively atmosphere.
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Jazz Under the Stars with Monte Skelton
6-9 PM — Red Geranium Restaurant — $95.25 — Enjoy an evening of jazz music with dinner and wine in a charming outdoor setting.
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