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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Evansville Improvement District will host the Night Market event on Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. along Sixth Street. The event will showcase over 50 local makers — with live music by DJ Chidi, yard games, food vendors and alcoholic beverages in branded cups available for guests 21 and older. 14 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On August 4 at 7:48 p.m., a Buick Lacrosse failed to yield at a stop sign at the intersection of State Road 68 and County Road 250 East near Haubstadt and crashed into a White Freightliner Semi truck—killing one person as investigators work to identify the victim and complete testing on the semi-truck driver. 44 News
- ➤ One person died when a car ran a stop sign and was hit by a semi on August 5 at 8 p.m. at the intersection of State Road 68 and County Road 250 East in Gibson County. 14 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Evansville police are investigating gunfire that damaged homes and properties on Bayard Park Drive and Lincoln Avenue Monday night around 8:30 p.m.—another property reported damage just after 9 p.m., and the investigation continues. 44 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Evansville residents will help restore the Veterans Memorial Coliseum by attending a USO-style gala on November 1 at Old National Events Plaza — the event from 6-10 p.m. will offer dinner, live music, swing dancing and a silent auction to raise funds for Phase 2 renovations. Courier & Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana State Police Sergeant Todd Ringle offered safety tips on Tuesday morning as students returned to class in Evansville—he urged drivers to be extra alert on busy roads during the school start. 14 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Southwestern Indiana high school football will start on Aug. 22 and run through Oct. 17 with sectionals beginning the next week & state championship games scheduled for Nov. 28-29 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Courier & Press will update coverage throughout fall. Courier & Press
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Cam Thompson Live
7 p.m.-1 a.m. — Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill — Cover charge unknown — Experience the rising star of alt-country as Cam Thompson takes the stage for a night of authentic sounds.
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Cam Thompson Live at Bud's
7 p.m.–1 a.m. — Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the raw, authentic sounds of rising alt-country star Cam Thompson.
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Steps For Sobriety
8-10 a.m. — Garvin Park — $30 entry — Participate in a community race to support addiction recovery efforts and help raise funds for the Substance Abuse Council.
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8th Annual Furry Friends Summer Pet Hike
10-11:30 a.m. — John James Audubon State Park — Free entry — Explore the wooded Pet Trail with your furry friends during this annual hike.
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PDEVV Hub Parkinson's Disease Symposium
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM — Deaconess Gateway Conference Center — Free entry — Engage with experts on living well with Parkinson's and enjoy a complimentary meal.
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River City Rodeo
5:30-7 p.m. — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — $25, kids 6 and under free — Experience professional rodeo excitement with bull riding, barrel racing, and more.
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