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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Evansville man was arrested after a woman received an 'Unknown AirTag Detected' alert near Texas Roadhouse and later called 911 when a stranger removed a tracking device from her car—security footage linked 50-year-old Mark Schenk to a similar incident with a woman under a protective order, and police found drugs, a firearm, and an AirTag at his home. 44 News
- ➤ Chandler police shot and arrested Nina Devillez after she swung a sword at officers and led a chase through Warrick, Spencer and Daviess counties, and she is now in Daviess County Jail facing charges including battery with bodily injury — an extradition hearing will be scheduled if she waives extradition. 14 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra will show Star Wars: A New Hope at Victory Theatre at 7 p.m. — Roger Kalia will lead a live performance of John Williams’ score, with adults paying $35 while students and children get free entry after April 28. WEHT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Feed Evansville is hosting the Grocery Summit today at 11:30 a.m. at the C.K. Newsome Center—inviting local grocery store managers, farmers, growers and producers to discuss food chain supply, availability, purchasing power and food waste to help address rising grocery prices. WEHT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In late February, crews closed Riverside Drive near Chestnut Street when a dip turned into a large sinkhole, and the lane closures have been extended today—repairs will start when the Ohio River flows below 23 feet. 44 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The City track & field meet held on Wednesday at Central High School ended with North sweeping both boys and girls titles for the fourth year in a row—North beat Memorial 133-123 in the boys meet while its girls team scored 148 points and saw De'Janay Layne win three events. This strong performance sets the stage for the Southern Indiana Athletic Conference meet in May as the teams prepare for tougher competition. Courier & Press
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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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Gray May 5k Run/Walk
8-10 AM — Friedman Park — Registration fees vary — Raise funds for brain cancer research in honor of Kris Stunkel.
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Dog Man - The Musical
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Old National Events Plaza — Tickets required for ages 2+ — A hilarious, heartfelt family adventure based on the bestselling series by Dav Pilkey.
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Washington Square Mall Card Show
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. & 12 - 4 p.m. — Washington Square Mall — Free entry — Explore collectible cards and sports memorabilia at this local show.
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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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