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Sunday, June 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, June 28, union workers with WEHT/WTVW Eyewitness News rallied in Henderson to demand that employer Nexstar Media Group bargain a contract — they claim the company has refused to recognize their union. Courier & Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A jury found Evansville man Bobby Handegard not guilty in the 2015 murder of DJ Shane Breedlove — who was shot near Washington and Thompson avenues while walking to his gig — and Handegard was released from custody after nearly a decade in jail. 44 News
- ➤ A 39-year-old man, Nicholas Collins, was charged with drunk driving on the westside after he sped and ran a red light on Maryland Street at 4:15 p.m. Friday — he admitted to drinking half a gallon of vodka and his breathalyzer showed a BAC of .369, over four times the legal limit. 14 News
- ➤ Indiana State Police arrested 60-year-old Kirk Mobley after pulling him over on Green River Road near Hirsch Road just before 11:30 p.m. Friday when he was driving 35 mph over the limit; a breathalyzer test showed his blood alcohol level was .150 and he is now in jail. 14 News
- ➤ Evansville man Kirk Mobley was arrested on June 27 when a trooper saw him driving 80 mph in a 45 mph zone on Green River Road near Hirsch Road—tests confirmed his impairment from alcohol with his blood alcohol level near .150 and he was later released. 44 News
- ➤ Nicholas Collins, a 39-year-old driver, was arrested on June 27 after a traffic stop on Maryland Street showed he ran a red light and drove too fast and admitted to drinking about half a gallon of vodka—officers recorded his blood alcohol level at 0.369 but released him when they found no probable cause. 44 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, a ceremony at Oak Hill Cemetery honored 75 individuals whose graves were uncovered during a 2023 downtown utility project — a moment that led community leaders to gather — and marked the discovery with a reburial and the unveiling of a new historical marker. 14 News
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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The Wizard of Oz (RSC Version)
7-11 p.m. — Old National Events Plaza — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless tale of Dorothy and her colorful companions brought to life on stage.
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Joanna Connor Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Mojo's BoneYard Sports Bar & Grille — Tickets available — Experience an evening of soulful Chicago Blues with renowned guitarist and vocalist Joanna Connor.
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Dash for Diabetes
7-9 a.m. — Shirley James Gateway Plaza — Cost varies — Participate in runs and walks to support diabetes awareness.
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International Jugglers' Festival
Mon, Jul 14 – Sun, Jul 20 — Victory Theatre — Cost TBD — Celebrate the art of juggling at the 78th Annual International Jugglers' Festival with competitions and performances.
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International Jugglers Association Festival - Welcome Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Victory Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience an enchanting evening featuring the art of juggling at the International Jugglers Association Festival's Welcome Show.
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International Jugglers Association Festival - Flow Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Victory Theatre — Cost information not provided — Experience a mesmerizing showcase of juggling talent at this exciting festival event.
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Washington Square Mall Card Show
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Washington Square Mall — Free entry — Discover collectible cards and sports memorabilia at this exciting card show.
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International Jugglers Association Festival - Cascade of Stars
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Victory Theatre — Tickets start at $75 — Experience the dazzling performances at this premier juggling festival.
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Vanderburgh County Fair
9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — Paid entry — Enjoy a week of fun, entertainment, and live music from Parmalee at this beloved community fair.
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