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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Franklin Street Bazaar kicked off today on the West Branch Library lawn with around 80 local vendors offering goods, live music and free yoga sessions. The event will continue each Saturday through August—drawing local community members in pleasant weather. 14 News
- ➤ On Saturday night, Jacob's Village hosted its annual Midnight Masquerade prom where residents enjoyed free glam sessions—guests saw a parade of antique and hot rod cars and festive music and decorations that made the night feel magical. 14 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, a struggle over a firearm at the corner of Baker Avenue and Negley Avenue in Evansville led to a non-life-threatening shooting—police arrested one person for possessing a stolen weapon and continue investigating the incident. 44 News
- ➤ An Evansville man, 22-year-old Devonte Polk, was arrested for Resisting Police and Reckless Driving on Saturday morning after he sped on Pollack Avenue and turned off his headlights to evade officers—he was later found parked on Colts Lane and taken to jail. 14 News
- ➤ Evansville Police arrested 27-year-old Erik Pedro-Ruiz on Friday night at the 1300 block of East Indiana Street after his car crashed into a parked car while he was highly intoxicated—witnesses said he nearly struck another driver before crossing back over the center line, and he was charged with Drunk Driving and Operating Without a License after being taken to the hospital and then to jail. 14 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Evansville native Olympic champion Lilly King announced on Instagram that she will retire after this season and will swim her final U.S. meet at the Toyota National Championships—held at IU Natatorium from June 3-7 in Indianapolis. King said she has raced in this pool since age 10 and now prepares for her final appearance before retiring. Courier & Press
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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Drum Major, Percussion, & Color Guard Camp
June 22-25 — University of Southern Indiana — $525-$650 — Level up your marching arts with top instructors at this engaging camp in Evansville.
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2025 Bowling for Rhinos
6-9 p.m. — River City Recreation — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a fun night of bowling while supporting rhino conservation efforts.
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Southern Indiana Comic Book Show
10 AM – 5 PM — AMF Arc Lanes — Free admission and parking — Explore a diverse array of comics with 20 dealers from four states.
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Forest Wisdom: Building Networks of Support
4-5:30 p.m. — Wesselman Woods — Free entry — Explore community lessons from the old-growth forest at Wesselman Woods.
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