Good morning, Evansville.

The Junior League of Evansville will soon begin its 100th year and is asking local residents to help by volunteering for events.

President Stephanie Bonenberger (who joined Gretchen Ross and Joe Bird on Daybreak) shared the plans in an interview yesterday.

The Evansville Fire Department said an apartment fire at the 2600 block of Sterling Drive displaced ten people as eight apartments were evacuated and two sustained severe damage—no firefighter injuries were reported.

A high-profile murder suspect 28-year-old Samuel Huggler returned from Europe and was booked into Vanderburgh County Jail on Monday evening on charges including four counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder linked to a deadly shooting on Kirkwood Drive in 2021.

Officers arrested 21-year-old Trinity Kissel for reckless driving after she drove 85 miles per hour in a 40 mile per hour work zone on the Lloyd Expressway between Boeke Road and Stockwell Road on Sunday (the arrest occurred during a speed enforcement).

The Department of Natural Resources Division of Historic Preservation — Archaeology announced the winners of its annual Historic Preservation Month photo contest, with Michael J.

Sears of Newburgh winning the Altered category and Thomas Adams of Evansville taking the Color category as notable Tri-State natives.

Evansville water officials said that crews resumed work on the Riverside Drive sinkhole near Chestnut Street after river levels dropped—ending a pause caused by flooding.

Officials said crews cleared rocks from the area and assessed next steps for repair—steps that will guide further improvements.

Due to possible inclement weather, officials moved the Evansville Thunderbolts championship rally indoors at the Ford Center and the event will be held today from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.—fans entering the arena will be directed to the stage for player talks, photo opportunities with the President’s Cup, and season ticket sign-ups.

The Evansville Otters will play an exhibition game this Friday, May 2 at Bosse Field — a tune-up before their season officially opens on May 8 when they face the Gateway Grizzlies.

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.

REDUCED! Office Building - Dowtown Evansville

Reduced price! Former AXIOM Marketing office building with extra lot for parking, which is scarce in downtown Evansville.