Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Evansville.
A car crashed through the wall of Vann Park Apartments off Vann Avenue on Monday morning, injuring one resident (non-life-threatening) as police taped off the area and continued investigating.
Evansville police arrested 40-year-old Frankie Pollard, Jr.—a known suspect with a meth dealing conviction—on Sunday morning after he fled a stop near Washington Avenue and South Parker Drive and left the scene of a hit-and-run crash on South Spring Street where officers found a stolen gun, a safe with several baggies of marijuana, and an SUV that smelled of marijuana.
The sheriff’s office arrested Taron Coats early Sunday morning after a street racing crash on Riverside Drive in October and booked him on charges of criminal recklessness, aggressive driving, and operating a vehicle while intoxicated+ police said Raveion Quarles, Lorenzo McRath and James Ramos were also involved.
Dr. Darla Hoover has been named the new superintendent of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation — she is the first female in the role and a first-generation college graduate from the University of Southern Indiana and Evansville schools.
She will take over on July 1 and plans to work closely with teachers and the community to help every student succeed.
Evansville officials said that water crews switched to a new disinfectant yesterday and will run the process until June 30 to ensure safe drinking water.
Customers may notice a slight change in the smell and taste of tap water—officials stress that this is normal and not dangerous.
The Indiana State Police in Evansville will hold their annual memorial service on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the post on Highway 41 North to honor 49 officers who died in the line of duty — the ceremony is intended to pay tribute to their sacrifice.
The Indiana Fever, who began their season with a win, will face the Atlanta Dream today at 6 p.m. on channel 14.2 for antenna users and on MeTV for cable subscribers — providers include Astound and Spectrum.
Waymaker Miracles Run/Walk 5K
9 AM – 12 PM — Friedman Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a vibrant family-friendly 5K supporting couples in need.
Wilderness Weekend: Free Sunday
12-5 p.m. — Wesselman Woods — Free entry — Embrace nature with free access to over four miles of beautiful trails at Wesselman Woods.
Blazin' Glazin' Donut Race
6:30-8 p.m. — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — Varied registration fees — Participate in a fun and timed donut-themed run event.
June Fest
5-8 p.m. — Downtown Evansville — Free entry — Experience a community celebration with local vendors, live music, and more in the heart of Evansville.
Mesker Park Zoo Brew
4:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Mesker Park Zoo — Ticket information available May 1st — Enjoy tastings of wine and craft beers in a lively after-hours zoo setting.
Joe Gatto Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Old National Events Plaza — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Joe Gatto, known from 'Impractical Jokers'.
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