Monday, April 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At around 7:28 p.m. April 27, firefighters responded to an active fire at an apartment complex on the 2600 block of Arbors Drive—crews continue working to contain the blaze. 14 News
- ➤ A fire started at an apartment on Sterling Drive on April 27th and quickly spread to a neighboring building—officials reported no occupants were inside but noted pets were present, and the cause is still under investigation. WEHT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officials said they got a call at 7:13 p.m. Sunday near Dimond Avenue and Kratzville Road about a water rescue and found a body in Pigeon Creek in Evansville — the county sheriff’s office, fire department and AMR are investigating the case. WEHT
- ➤ An investigation is underway after authorities reported that a possible explosive device was thrown through a home window on the 2400 block of North Fares Avenue Sunday morning—surveillance footage captured a dark-colored SUV that stopped before the incident and fled while investigators noted broken glass, burnt paper, and white powder, though they believe the object was fireworks. WEHT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On April 17 at 5:45 p.m., Willard Library's security footage showed a door near the elevator open and close as staff had already locked the building—sparking talk of the famed Grey Lady ghost that many believe has haunted the library for decades. Courier & Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A major oatmeal distributor recalled 63,000 pounds of rolled oats for possible plastic contamination in shipments sent to Indiana and California—20 totes of Regular Rolled Oats #5 and 17 totes of Quick Rolled Oats #21, and the voluntary recall ended on April 25. Courier & Press
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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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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.
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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.
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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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