Good morning, Evansville.

Willard Library announced its annual Better Books Sale fundraiser, running Tuesday, Sept.

8 through Sunday, Sept. 13 in the Browning Gallery — offering antiques, rare books, and collectibles with varying prices — to support library programs.

Residents gathered Monday night at the public library in Warrick County to discuss potential AI data centers as the Citizens Action Coalition hosted a forum allowing Boonville residents to ask questions about future projects.

Teachers and parents are voicing safety and accreditation concerns at Warrick County Christian Academy — which welcomed its first class earlier this month — as families question volunteer staffing and tuition issues.

Pastor Gabe Hatch said the school is working on accreditation while continuing to operate.

Teachers at Ivy Tech dyed their hair green on Monday to honor a promise from Ivy Tech Day — a challenge that raised nearly $35,000 for student scholarships.

The playful pledge celebrated creativity and supported further educational opportunities.

Oakland City University began its fall semester today with 61 graduate students in the School of Education — President Ron Dempsey confirmed the start and noted unresolved pay issues for over 100 former employees as well as a recent withdrawal from its theological accreditation.

County board members narrowly defeated a coal mining proposal by American Land Holdings on land northeast of Susott Road and Seven Hills Road in a 4-3 vote.

Residents raised concerns about past mining damage and potential traffic issues, and officials said the company may reapply with revised conditions.

Police issued over 25 parking tickets Friday night near Reitz Bowl along Dreier Boulevard as drivers parked in front of fire hydrants + yellow curbs, creating a narrow path that raised safety concerns.

Since Monday, Aug. 24, Evansville Water and Sewer Utility crews have been flushing fire hydrants to clear sediment and maintain fresh water, and the work will run on weekdays until Sept.

4. Residents may notice cloudy water or pressure changes and should run a cold tap until it clears.