Good morning, Evansville.

Willard Library hosted an anniversary Summer Bash and book sale early Saturday with food trucks, a bounce house, and rock painting for children as they celebrated America's 250th.

Organizer George Carter said the event promoted the library’s summer reading programs and offered prizes for readers.

Country singer Parker McCollum — known for his hits Pretty Heart and Handle On You — will perform at the Ford Center in Evansville on Saturday, Sept.

19 at 7:30 p.m.

Nine adult learners received their high school diplomas at Helms Hall during a graduation ceremony hosted by Evansville Goodwill and The Excel Center Evansville Southeast Friday evening.

The laptops—refurbished through a new partnership with AT&T—helped the graduates continue their education and search for jobs.

Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s River Patrol Unit patrolled (36 miles) of shoreline along the Ohio River, including the Port of Evansville, Saturday as part of its summer boating season kickoff.

Officials reminded boaters to wear life jackets and follow safe practices.

The United Methodist Youth Home opened its new Health and Wellness building on Saturday at 2 p.m. with food trucks, campus tours, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony; the facility (named after longtime donor Diane Schroeder) will offer complete care for at-risk youth.

Evansville-area baseball teams won five IHSAA regional championships Saturday, June 6 at Bosse Field.

North Huskies repeated as Class 4A champions with a 6 to 3 win over Jeffersonville while Gibson Southern, Mater Dei, Northeast Dubois and North Daviess moved on to the semi-state rounds.

Memorial’s softball season ended on June 6 with a 4-1 loss to New Palestine in the semi-state championship — several seniors played their final game.

Barr-Reeve and Tecumseh will compete at Purdue University on June 13, with games set at 3:30 p.m. CT and 6:00 p.m. CT respectively.

Memorial and Cathedral played in the IHSAA Class 3A softball semi-state semifinal on Saturday, June 6.

Highlights showed key plays and strong pitching — a contest that brought local athletic energy.

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.

Craft Club Night

6-8 p.m. — Warehouse 410 — Creative fun for all — Enjoy an evening of creativity and connection at Craft Club.