Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
Good morning, Evansville.
🎓 Education
The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library is launching 'Our Summer: 250 Years of History,' a reading program for all ages that kicks off on May 31 from 1 to 4 p.m. at EVPL Central and runs through July 31 with themed tracks, prizes, and nearly 600 free programs.
USI’s nursing program received a $1 million gift from the family of former dean Dr. Nadine Coudret and will be renamed the Coudret Nursing Program to fund needs (including an annual half-tuition scholarship for nursing students) after a campus reception on May 8.
🏛️ Government
The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that State Road 64 near Oakland City will close Tuesday, May 26 for bridge repair work.
Repairs are expected to last about a month and drivers should follow a detour via State Road 57 to State Road 357 — exercise caution near work zones.
🏈 Sports
The Courier & Press Athlete of the Week poll for May 11-16, presented by Orthopaedic Associates, is open until 10 a.m. CT Friday.
Voters can select from standout local performances in softball, baseball, volleyball, and track.
🎉 Evansville Events
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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.
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.
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.
Throwback Thursday Live Show
8 PM – 12 AM — Bokeh Lounge — Tickets required — Experience pop music hits reimagined in a high-energy live show.
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.
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.
Kids Night Out: Art and Pizza for Kids
6-10 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Food included — Let the kids unleash their creativity while you enjoy a night out.
SWIRCA & More Glow BINGO
6-10 p.m. — SWIRCA, 16 W Virginia St, Evansville, IN — $30 single seat or $260 for a private table — Experience a vibrant BINGO night under black lights with fantastic prizes and a festive atmosphere.
Journey - Final Frontier Tour 2026
Time TBA — Ford Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience iconic hits live at this electrifying concert event.
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