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Evansville
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ University of Evansville senior Jude Nguyen is offering free haircuts downtown to build community connection (he has completed about 40 cuts over the past two months) while balancing school and track commitments. 44 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Tech Evansville will graduate more than 1,530 students today at 7 p.m. at the Ford Center. The ceremony features 653 honors graduates, nearly 100 nursing students, and early college achievers with guest speaker Matthew Nix and student speaker Hilary Salas. Courier & Press
- ➤ The University of Evansville will hold its 168th spring commencement this Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Ford Center with awards for outstanding senior, outstanding teacher and two honorary degrees to be presented alongside remarks by school officials and a senior keynote speaker. Courier & Press
- ➤ The University of Southern Indiana is holding five commencement ceremonies at Liberty Arena today and tomorrow to honor 1,649 graduates from the Class of 2026, including one receiving an honorary degree — featuring scheduled addresses by notable alumni. Courier & Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike Braun announced today that the state is expanding the Indiana Health Prices platform to offer hospital cash prices, prescription resources and an interactive chatbot — a tool designed to help residents compare healthcare costs. 44 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Thunderbolts beat the Rivermen 3-1 at Ford Center on Friday, May 8, boosting their home playoff record to 6-0. Game five will be in Peoria tomorrow at 7:15 p.m. CT. 44 News
- ➤ The Evansville Otters threw a combined no-hitter to beat the Florence Y’alls 5-0 on Opening Night at Bosse Field and marked their fourth no-hitter in franchise history; they will meet the Y’alls again at 6:35 p.m. today + fans are excited for game two. 44 News
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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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Mommy and Me: Patchwork Love Painting Class
12-2 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $29 — Family-friendly painting class with food allowed and creative support for all ages.
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Annual Memorial Day Service
Sunset Funeral Home, Cremation Center & Cemetery (1800 St. George Road, Evansville) will hold its annual Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 10 a.m. The service, which is open to everyone, will be conducted by Charles Denby VFW Post #2953, who will lead the ceremony and read aloud the names of every veteran interred at Sunset over the past year.
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Throwback Thursday Live Show
8 PM – 12 AM — Bokeh Lounge — Tickets required — Experience pop music hits reimagined in a high-energy live show.
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Juicebox Concert
6:30-10:00 p.m. — Damsel Brew Pub — $17 — Enjoy an evening of local music with Juicebox and more at this all-ages event.
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Freefall Tour with Stories Through Storms
5-9 p.m. — Ray Leo's at Lamasco — Free entry — Experience the melodic metalcore sounds of Stories Through Storms as they take the stage.
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