Good morning, Evansville.

Children under 17 will be eligible to receive free baseball bats – valued at $300 each – at Bosse Field on June 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., as 4 Good Community partners with the Evansville Otters to remove financial barriers and encourage active play.

Historic Newburgh, Inc. announced today that local investors Bill and Erin Morrison donated the popular 'The Burgh' logo to the nonprofit to preserve and celebrate Newburgh’s heritage — new apparel sales will support its ongoing mission.

The Evansville Police Department launched its summer Walking Wednesdays initiative at a local community pool, handing out free popsicles to boost trust & connections with residents.

The program will continue weekly through the summer.

Feed Evansville postponed its summer lunch bag program due to low volunteer turnout — now volunteers are needed to pack healthy meals for kids at local pools next week.

Today, during internet safety month, Holly’s House is teaching local families how to keep children safe online by sharing practical tips.

Officials advise parents to discuss safe online practices with their kids (one in four children may face solicitation) to help prevent abuse.

Monte Skelton launched the Learn, Build, Play program Wednesday at the McCollough EVPL location where kids learned about instrument families and how to craft instruments.

The summer series continues at six library spots through July & aims to spark a love for music.

University of Southern Indiana President Steven J.

Bridges will chair the OVC Board beginning July 1. He will lead meetings and provide strategic guidance (succeeding John R. Porter) as part of an annual rotation among member institution presidents.

Indiana teens can get a driver's license at 16 after Gov. Mike Braun signed House Enrolled Act 1200, lowering the minimum age from 16 years and 90 days.

The change will take effect on July 1 and also lets teens earn a motorcycle endorsement if they meet all requirements.

A water main break occurred Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. on West Mill Road near Stringtown Elementary and disrupted traffic while crews patched the break with gravel; the city said the incident was due to normal wear and tear (residents have long experienced recurring water issues).

Local doctors warn that too much screen time may delay speech and social skills and increase the risk for ADD in children.

Dr. Jon Voyles at Ascension St. Vincent advises parents to delay technology use and boost offline play to support healthy development.

Ascension St. Vincent Evansville graduated its first Internal Medicine Residency Program class; two residents will remain as hospitalists and faculty to address local healthcare needs.

The program serves southwest Indiana, northern Kentucky & southeast Illinois.

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.

Franklin Street Bazaar

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — EVPL West — Free entry — Enjoy storytime, free yoga, and live music while browsing local vendors.