Good morning, Evansville.

The Vanderburgh County Fire Department responded to an RV fire on St. Joseph Avenue shortly after 6 a.m. on Thursday and found the vehicle heavily involved—no injuries were reported and the scene was turned over to the Sheriff's Office as investigators examine the cause.

Early Friday, Evansville police arrested two men after they broke into Franklin Lanes and attempted to steal money from an ATM—both suspects admitted their plan and are now held at the county jail.

The opening night of the Wild Summer Lights Lantern Festival took place on Aug.

14 at Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden in Evansville—presented by Liberty Federal Credit Union and enjoyed by local families.

Three open houses will assist 233 part-time and 15 full-time workers facing layoffs at Old National Events Plaza as management shifts from ASG Global to VenuWorks effective Sept.

1. Sessions run Friday, Aug. 15 from 4 to 6 p.m., today Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon, and Monday, Aug. 18 from noon to 3 p.m.—VenuWorks will also schedule interviews for full-time workers next week.

The Vanderburgh County Health Department and Dream Center Evansville will host a Community Health Fair on August 26th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 16 West Morgan Avenue—offering free screenings for lead testing, blood pressure checks, birth certificates, and a healthy meal.

In 2025, mosquitoes in Vanderburgh County tested positive for West Nile virus—joining Gibson, Spencer, Knox and Posey counties, while doctors say most cases are mild and advise residents to wear bug spray and cover up outdoors during peak times.

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.

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.

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.

Fall Fitness Fair

10 a.m. — Wesselman Woods — Free event — Discover local wellness options at this vibrant community gathering.

Victory International Film Festival

Various times — Showplace Cinemas Evansville East 20 — $2,500 cash prizes — Celebrate creativity and storytelling with workshops, screenings, and networking opportunities.