Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of August.
Good morning, Evansville.
The 51st annual Frog Follies car show is underway at the Vanderburgh County Fairgrounds, drawing classic cars and hungry crowds to local eateries like the Hornet’s Nest.
Visitors from nearby towns + beyond boost business as the show ends daily at 4 p.m.
CenterPoint Energy in Evansville will raise its residential bill by $9.15 for customers using 1,000 kWh after the IURC approved a fuel adjustment charge + extra fuel costs from December, January and February.
North High School’s Green Brigade band is collecting non-perishable food donations for the Tri-State Food Bank ahead of its season opener versus Reitz Memorial tonight at 6:30 p.m., with drop-offs at door 10 during rehearsals + direct donations at the food bank as the drive runs for five weeks.
Indiana law prohibits new permits for owning big cats like lions, so only owners registered before 2023 with proper licensing may legally keep them (the DNR confirmed no resident currently holds such a permit).
State and federal regulations set strict standards for exotic pet care.
High school football scores for Week 2 were released for Evansville and state teams (Aug.
28 to 29), showing varied results including shutouts and close games that reflect a strong competitive spirit in the region.
USI women's basketball released its 2026-27 schedule yesterday— the season starts Nov.
2 at Liberty Arena and includes a game against Louisville on Nov. 8, four Power Four matchups in November, and conference play beginning Dec. 31, with the OVC tournament set for early March at the Ford Center.
Memorial rallied from a 10-point deficit to beat North 21-17 at Bundrant Stadium Friday night, extending its 20-game win streak — coach John Hurley said the Tigers learned lessons that will guide them in future contests.
North Posey's team dominated their home game against Tecumseh on Aug.
28, scoring 48-14 and extending their record to 2-0. Coach Schenk said his team played with discipline in their win and will prepare for their next game against South Spencer on Sep. 4.
High school football fans saw Friday’s live scores across the area and can catch Saturday’s contests, including the United Fidelity Bank Bowl at Jack Jewell Memorial Field, with broadcasts available on IHSAATV & local radio stations.
Local high school football games are updating live, including matchups like Castle at Mater Dei, Memorial at North, Crittenden County at Union County, Heritage Hills at Apollo, Tecumseh at North Posey, and Owensboro at Louisville Christian Academy — the live coverage began five hours ago.
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