Good morning, Evansville.

Photos from May 2026 show community events across Evansville — including high school sports, graduation ceremonies and public addresses — that marked local milestones last month.

The collection captures a busy period full of celebrations.

Ohio Township firefighters rescued seven ducklings from a storm drain near Zaxby's on High Point Drive and returned them safely to their mother.

Fire officials warned residents to avoid entering drains (due to hazardous gases).

Osaka in Newburgh is set to close on June 15 as the owners focus on family priorities + customers can still order their meals at the west side location in Evansville.

River City Pride Parade & Festival returns to downtown on Main Street on Saturday, June 6.

The parade begins at noon followed by a festival from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. featuring over 120 vendors, 10 food trucks + live entertainment and family-friendly activities.

Evansville Christian School announced interim co-superintendents Tyra Harnishfeger and Andy Hanson (serving since 2011 and 2019) after former Superintendent Mike Allen left for a role as Senior Director with the Association of Christian Schools International.

Evansville officials, with the Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center and Evansville Regional Economic Partnership, are hosting a free event Tuesday, June 9, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. that explains city contracting processes and offers networking with city buyers — local businesses may bring up to two representatives.

Starting Monday, June 15, the Indiana Department of Transportation will restrict traffic at the Lloyd Expressway & Burkhardt Road intersection for seven days as crews upgrade pavement.

Left turns are banned and no northbound or southbound movement will occur on Burkhardt Road, while two lanes remain open on the expressway.

Gov. Mike Braun will deliver a keynote address on June 9 at the University of Evansville’s Ridgway University Center (Eykamp Hall) as he joins business and education leaders to explore regional economic growth and innovation.

Ascension St. Vincent Evansville hosted a hands-on CPR training session for Holy Rosary Catholic School staff on Tuesday at 9 a.m. to mark National CPR and AED Awareness Week and boost emergency response skills.

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.

Christian Singles Night

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Warehouse 410 — Ticketed event — Enjoy good food, games, and real conversations with other Christian singles in a relaxed setting.