Good morning, Evansville.

Easterseals Rehabilitation Center held its annual Cool Car Cold Cash raffle at 3701 Bellemeade Ave on July 24, awarding Frank and Judith Schultheis a grand prize of $25,000 or a 2026 Nissan Sentra S and raising over $66,000 to support local therapy + rehabilitation services.

Boonville resident Annis Leslie celebrated her 100th birthday at Woodmont Health Campus on Tuesday as family gathered from near+far to honor her milestone.

Downtown Improvement District hosts its fourth Night Market Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sixth Street featuring over 50 makers and free admission, and guests 21+ may buy drinks.

The Asian Night Market is scheduled for Sept. 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Carpenter Street.

Town of Newburgh officials announced a free back-to-school bash at Lou Dennis Community Park to celebrate the new playground and fitness course.

The event will take place Tuesday, Aug. 4 at 11 a.m.—it offers music, games, treats and chances to connect with local groups.

Tickets for the touring musical Beetlejuice go on sale July 31 at the Old National Events Plaza — additional tickets will be available at the Ford Center box office or via Ticketmaster.

Ivy Tech student Eddie Burkel has been selected to serve on the state board of trustees for 2026–2027.

The college leader, serving as president of the Student Government Association + Campus Activities Board at Ivy Tech Evansville, said he is honored to represent student voices.

OCU President Dr. Ron Dempsey said printed checks for the May 8 payroll will be available Friday, nearly three months late — over 100 former employees are still awaiting future payments as the university works with ADP to set up account funding.

EVSC released a plan that requires students in grade 6-12 to store personal devices in lockers or vehicles during class time.

Parents are advised to call the school office for urgent messages as enforcement will be handled by individual schools.

Old Farmer’s Almanac released its fall forecast predicting mixed weather across the Midwest – with Evansville expecting its first freeze on Nov.

4 and some regions set for warmer days before cooler autumn arrives.

On Tuesday, Evansville had 8 cyclosporiasis cases as state numbers jumped to 954, with the outbreak linked to lettuce possibly from Taylor Farms.

CDC and FDA are investigating further—Taco Bell restaurants have already stopped using Taylor products.

Evansville's 111-year-old Bosse Field in Garvin Park remains a cherished local landmark as plans to install turf stir varying opinions.

Baseball historian Dave Johnson called it the last crown jewel in Evansville, underscoring its rich legacy of hosting baseball legends.

Nike Baseball Camp at Bosse Field

9 a.m.-2 p.m. & 9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Bosse Field — $279 for a 3-day camp — Enhance your baseball skills with professional instruction in a fun environment.