Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of June.
Good morning, Evansville.
The Women's Fund of Vanderburgh County invites local nonprofits to apply for its 2026 grants — applications will be accepted online until July 16.
The program supports projects that address key local needs.
The Midwest Outdoor Show will run from Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 21 on 200+ acres at the Vanderburgh 4-H Fairgrounds in Darmstadt.
The event offers outdoor activities, exhibits, live music, and crafts with $10 daily admission, free for children 4 and under and $5 parking.
Haubstadt Sommerfest will run from Thursday, June 18 through Saturday, June 20, featuring rides, food booths, a community parade and the Laufenfest 5K with live music nightly in Haubstadt.
The Patoka Valley Amateur Radio Club will operate its equipment at 18th Street Park in Ferdinand (open to the public) from 2 p.m. Saturday to 2 p.m. Sunday as part of the nationwide Field Day event.
The EVPL Foundation is now accepting nominations for fall Art Awards that will honor artists, groups, businesses, projects, and institutions.
The awards will be given at the In The Stacks event on Friday, Nov. 13 — final nominees will receive free tickets and nominations close on Aug. 14.
Ascension St. Vincent Evansville launched its week-long Health Care Academy for Medical Professions on Monday morning to immerse local high school students in modern clinical settings.
The program features simulation labs, mock emergency drills, and job shadowing with local healthcare professionals.
Patoka Lake officials issued a Beach Advisory for summer swimmers after routine monitoring found elevated blue-green algae and E. coli; the beach remains open while visitors are urged to take precautions (such as avoiding contact and not swallowing lake water).
Construction has started Monday on the intersection of Burkhardt Rd. and Lloyd Expressway, and drivers will be unable to turn left onto the expressway or go straight on Burkhardt, only turning right.
The project is expected to finish in seven days (DOT officials).
Indiana set government price controls that require five major nonprofit hospital systems to cap charges for patients with employer-based insurance using Medicare rates, or they risk losing tax-exempt status by 2029.
The state will issue a report on hospital pricing by June 30 (details pending).
Evansville and Southern Indiana will play a men's basketball non-conference game at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov.
7 at Ford Center — their first matchup in seven years.
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.
One Nation Live
9:00 PM — KC's Time Out Lounge and Grill — Ticket info available — Experience live Southern rock and country with One Nation.
Date Night/Bff: Two of a Kind
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Check website for pricing — Create a unique painting with step-by-step guidance from local artists while enjoying snacks and drinks.
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