Good morning, Evansville.

Downtown Improvement District is hosting Fireworks on the Ohio this weekend.

The event begins Saturday at 6 p.m. with food trucks along Riverside Drive and free activities at Riverside & Main, followed by a 17-minute fireworks display with over 1,400 shells at dusk.

Volunteers of all ages are invited to help clean up Patoka Lake in September, provided they wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and long pants.

They will work around the lake and reconvene at the dam at 11 a.m. for a free fish fry, door prizes and goodie bags (20th event).

State Road 66 near Reo will close on Monday, July 6 for bridge work along Willow Pond Ditch near South County Road 500 West; drivers should use detour routes (U.S. 231, State Road 162, State Road 62, and State Road 161) until mid-September.

The Oaklyn location of the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library has been operating without power after Tuesday's extreme heat caused an outage, and officials are monitoring the issue as they work to determine its cause.

Vanderburgh County Commission unanimously selected Evansville Fire Department to replace AMR as the county's ambulance provider, with the new contract set to take effect after AMR's agreement ends Dec.

31. Proposals from three providers were reviewed in May.

In the scorching summer heat, the Vanderburgh Humane Society advises pet owners to protect their dogs by using paw covers or walking on grassy areas and to wait until 7 p.m. (when temperatures are lower) for outings, warning against leaving pets in vehicles.

A local pharmacist at Ascension St. Vincent warned that common antidepressants, including Lexapro, Zoloft, and Prozac, can affect the body’s ability to cope with extreme heat this week (they may trigger abnormal sweating that leads to dehydration or heat exhaustion).

He advised people to monitor symptoms and seek help if they feel unwell.

Cooling shelters are open now in Evansville as residents face warm, humid conditions.

The Central Library, several branch libraries, the Rescue Mission, United Caring Services, and the Salvation Army offer local relief+ call 211+ for more information.

Extreme heat with index values up to 111 has local HVAC crews working around the clock & on Saturday to install AC units and support residents at risk.

The teams prioritize homes without cooling to protect people from heat-related illnesses.

An Evansville pediatrician at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital (PMCH) urges families to use legal fireworks safely, lighting them on flat surfaces and keeping children 200 feet away while wearing closed-toed shoes (snug sneakers) and long pants.

He advises that only adults handle fireworks and treat minor burns with cold water.

Former world No. 3 Sloane Stephens will compete in the Women's Hospital Classic in Evansville at the Wesselman Park Tennis Center.

The US Open champion (an eight-time titleholder with over $19 million in prize money) brings top-tier tennis and community spirit to the upcoming ITF W100 event.

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.

SWIRCA Keys & Cocktails Dueling Piano Night

7-10 p.m. — SWIRCA — Tickets on sale — Enjoy interactive musical entertainment, comedy, and dancing for a great cause.

Vanderburgh County Fair

3-11 p.m. — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — $10 entry for ages 10+ — Experience the thrill of livestock shows, motocross, and live concerts at this beloved local fair.

Drum Corps International

7 p.m. — Francis Joseph Reitz High School — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling performances of top drum corps.

Sean Chambers Live at Mojo's Boneyard

7-11 p.m. — Mojo's Boneyard Sports Bar & Grille — $30 — Experience an electrifying evening of Blues Rock with Sean Chambers and The Savoy Brown Rhythm Section.