Good morning, Evansville.

14 News' Jeff Lyons, Robinson Miles, Alli Seaton, and Bryce West participated in the annual Brat Toss at Volksfest 2026.

The festival, running from yesterday through Saturday, features German food, beer, live bands & a charity contest that awards a trophy and donation.

Veteran Ken Eppler (a Gulf War veteran who paints to manage PTSD) was honored today at the Evansville Wartime Museum and his painting 'Enduring Spirit' will be featured in Governor Mike Braun's office as Senator Jim Tomes presented him with a certificate of appreciation.

Officials from the Ports of Indiana and Evansville Regional Economic Partnership say the 544-acre Mount Vernon Megasite in Posey County has earned a Silver designation from REDI Sites for its barge, rail and highway access, a nationally validated credential to attract major projects in the region.

Congressman Messmer met with Indiana leaders at the Ivy Tech campus to discuss expanding apprenticeship programs for high school graduates, aiming to help students gain work experience and tackle workforce shortages.

Henderson County High School seniors kicked off their final year on Thursday morning at Colonel Stadium during the Senior Sunrise tradition.

They gathered on the field before the first bell to enjoy breakfast, a coffee truck, and sign a symbolic white gown as educator Ginger Stovall organized the event.

More than 500 freshmen and transfer students moved onto campus at USI on Thursday with community volunteers easing the move (parents noted the extra help), and the Screaming Eagles will begin classes Monday, Aug.

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Ascension St. Vincent officials in Evansville advise residents to drink water, avoid sugary or caffeinated drinks, and limit heavy outdoor activity as the Extreme Heat Warning will last through Sunday.

They remind everyone to watch for symptoms like heavy sweating, nausea and dizziness.

The Evansville Water & Sewer Utility issued a boil water advisory on most of the West Side after a private water main break on a commercial property caused low pressure.

Residents must boil water for cooking and drinking until the advisory is lifted.

Sam Schulz, a Memorial High School Tiger who attended games at Enlow Field and local venues, died Wednesday, Aug.

12 after a long battle with a rare genetic disorder; his strength and passion inspired both fans and students.

Deaconess Sports Park in Evansville hosts the Pocket City Dual slowpitch softball tournament this weekend from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. with 44 high-level teams in men's and women's divisions + the event is free and open to the public.

The Courier & Press high school girls soccer preseason Player of the Year poll is open until Wednesday, Aug.

19 at 12 p.m. CDT so local fans can vote for the top athlete for bragging rights.