Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
Good morning, Evansville.
🏘️ Community
Holiday World and Splashin' Safari is releasing its updated Accessibility Guide today after working with Easterseals Rehabilitation Center.
The guide introduces a new sensory rating system for sound, sight, touch, movement, and splash+it also updates the Boarding Pass System to let qualified guests board their first ride instantly.
14 News Sunrise has named Emmy-nominated journalist Casie Mason—the former reporter in Evansville and Nashville Insider host—as its new anchor as Jamee French moves to evenings.
Wendell Foster will accept donated yard sale items at the Young Building, at 815 Triplett Street, from April 29 to May 1 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to raise proceeds for gifts for residents.
The spring yard sale will be held on May 2 and May 3 (7 a.m. to noon) for community shoppers seeking quality items and unique finds.
💼 Business
Tex-Mex restaurant chain Chuy’s announced it will open a new restaurant on Evansville’s East Side in the building that once housed O'Charley's on May 13.
The 6155 sq ft venue offers indoor dining with a 48-seat patio—and it will provide curbside to-go service while partnering with a local group to support youth.
🚨 Crime
Indiana State Police said that 57-year-old Brad Fiscus was found dead at his Oakland City home Thursday during a welfare check— a suspect was detained and an autopsy will occur today.
A Silver Alert has been issued for missing 3-year-old Zy'ria Salas + 1-year-old Zacari Owens, who were last seen with their mother Damyaih Owens in Newburgh at 2:00 p.m. on April 24 and are believed to be in danger.
🎓 Education
The Evansville school board is negotiating with one candidate to replace Superintendent David Smith, who will retire on July 1 after serving 14 years.
The board plans to schedule a public hearing in early May as state law requires a 10-day posting of the contract on its website — details are expected soon.
🏛️ Government
Indiana legislators cut all state funding for public broadcasting Thursday, eliminating $3.675 million in annual funds and putting nearly 45% of WNIN’s budget at risk.
The station may lose additional federal dollars if lawmakers follow suit—forcing potential cuts to local programming and staff support.
Indiana passed a state budget overnight that lets the governor remove alumni-elected board members from Indiana University, a change critics call a power grab+ local broadcaster WNIN lost 17% of its budget after more than $440,000 was cut for each of the next two years, and its local programming may face cuts as staff work to protect their jobs.
🎉 Evansville Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gray May 5k Run/Walk
8-10 AM — Friedman Park — Registration fees vary — Raise funds for brain cancer research in honor of Kris Stunkel.
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.
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.
2025 NPC Indiana Muscle Competition
3 AM – 5 PM — Old National Events Plaza — Ticket prices vary — Witness the top amateur athletes compete in bodybuilding and fitness categories.
K Carbon Live Concert
12:00 AM — 315 Taylor Ave — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night of high-energy music with K Carbon and friends.
🏠 Evansville Real Estate
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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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