Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
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🏘️ Community
On Friday, June 12, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., downtown Evansville will host an International Market — a celebration of authentic cuisine, local vendors, and live cultural performances along the 900 Block of Main Street.
Indiana residents can fish without a license on public waters on June 6–7 and Sept.
26; all fishing regulations remain in effect (bag and size limits apply) as license sales support conservation projects.
🎓 Education
The University of Evansville renamed its Center for the Advancement of Learning to Center for Professional and Continuing Education after a board vote on May 25, making the change effective immediately; its programs for adult degree completion and professional development remain unchanged.
🏛️ Government
The Evansville/Vanderburgh County EMA advised boaters to exercise caution this Memorial Day weekend as rising Ohio River levels and increased driftwood create hazards.
Boaters should plan ahead and equip safety gear before venturing out.
State Road 68 near Lynnville will close for a structure replacement project starting tomorrow, May 26, between Cherry Street and Spurgeon Road until early August due to weather conditions; motorists should follow the detour via State Road 61 + Interstate 64 + State Road 161 and drive in work zones.
🏈 Sports
Local voters can cast ballots for the Courier & Press Athlete of the Week for May 18-23 from standout high school athletes in baseball, track, softball and tennis, with votes open until 10 a.m. CT Friday.
Mater Dei defeated Gibson Southern 3-1 in a high school baseball game at Oakland City University today, marking an important win in their season.
IHSAA softball sectionals begin in Evansville this week, with games scheduled today and on May 26, 27, 28, and 29 at several local venues.
Divisions 4A, 3A, 2A, and 1A matchups will decide which teams advance in the state tournament.
🎉 Evansville Events
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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.
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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