Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
Good morning, Evansville.
Trinity United Methodist Church in Downtown Evansville flooded twice last week after gravel and sediment filled a sinkhole on Riverside Drive, so crews from the Water and Sewer Utility and SERVPRO cleaned up the water while investigators look into the cause (cleanup costs could reach $32,000) and rising river levels delay repairs (the church’s bicentennial celebration may be affected).
A hand sanitizer explosion at a home on North Saint Joseph Avenue on Tuesday, May 20 sent a woman with chemical burns to the hospital—police arrested a man for drug possession and neglect charges and removed a child while emergency crews gathered evidence from a burned tote and melted chemical container.
An explosion at a home along Saint Joseph Avenue in Vanderburgh County injured a woman with chemical burns, prompting evacuations and an ongoing investigation by deputies and fire crews as they prepare to file criminal charges.
The USI Screaming Eagles baseball team is set for postseason play today as they travel to the OVC Tournament in Marion.
The team, seeded fifth with a 15 to 12 record, will face Little Rock at 9:00 a.m. and will meet Missouri State at 4:00 p.m. if they win — the contest is broadcast on 97.7 FM The Ref.
The Women's Hospital Classic Professional Tennis Tournament will return to Evansville this summer from July 21 to 27 at the Wesselman Park Tennis Center—upgraded to ITF W100 status with a $100,000 prize purse—and is set to attract top tennis talent for world-class matches.
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'.
Easton Corbin Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Victory Theatre — Tickets starting at $41 — Enjoy a night of country music with Easton Corbin in a lively setting.
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