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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • CenterPoint Energy reminds residents to call 8-1-1 before digging to mark underground utility lines—this free service helps avoid injuries, service disruptions and costly repairs.  44 News

CRIME NEWS

  • Evansville Police are asking for help finding 32-year-old Devin Pickerill, who went missing on April 19 and is described as 6'2, 150 pounds with hazel eyes, blonde hair, and tattoos on his chest and left arm—officials believe he may be near Howell Park or in Henderson.  44 News
  • Evansville Police arrested Chase Nance on Thursday night near Diamond Avenue after he changed lanes without signaling; a search of his vehicle found fentanyl, marijuana, a digital scale and a substance that tested positive for meth, and he was taken to Vanderburgh County Jail on multiple drug charges.  44 News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Today, Evansville hosts its first-ever LEGO convention at Old National Events Plaza—featuring professional LEGO artists and local builders—and the event continues Sunday with $20 tickets that support Creations for Charity in buying new LEGO sets for children in need.  14 News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Indiana Department of Education released a draft of a new A-F school grading model that uses test scores & assessments of student skills to rate school performance. Parents can now send feedback online as a later comment period will offer more chances to review the plan.  Courier & Press

SPORTS NEWS

  • Evansville Otters and Evansville Flag Group will honor late sports fan Marvin Gray on June 14 by wearing special jerseys inspired by the new city flag — they will raise $5,000 for a permanent memorial outside Bosse Field. After the game, fans can bid on game-used jerseys and enjoy a fireworks show celebrating his legacy.  14 News

EVENTS

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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.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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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'.

    Thu, 6/19/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/27/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/29/25

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  • Fireworks on the Ohio

    6:00 – 9:30 PM — Downtown Evansville — Free entry — Experience Evansville’s largest public fireworks celebration along Riverside Drive.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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