Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
Good morning, Evansville.
A chase that began in Vanderburgh County ended with a crash and arrest in Warrick County Friday afternoon—deputies and troopers sustained foot injuries as stop sticks deflated the suspect's tires before the suspect was booked into jail with their identity not yet released.
Regene Newman, the former high-ranking judicial employee who misused over $125,000 intended for drug addiction treatment and youth support, was sentenced on Friday to 18 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Richard L.
Young at Evansville’s federal courthouse—she will serve three years of supervised release after incarceration.
High school football in Southwestern Indiana continued Friday with games featuring North versus Memorial and Mater Dei against Castle, and Gibson Southern will play at 2 p.m today in Rochester.
Fans can follow live scores and updates as the season unfolds.
After a weak season opener and a loss to North, Castle won 31-28 against Mater Dei last Friday at John Lidy Field — key plays from quarterback Boden Morgan, receiver Carter Bobe, and running back Austin Pritchard showed the Knights' improvement.
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.
Hoosier Hoedown 2025
5-4 p.m. — Swonder Ice Arena — $1500 Team Registration Fee — Enjoy a hockey tournament with complimentary beer and great camaraderie before the Fall season kicks off.
Beauty in Success Summit
10 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. — Venue 812 — Free entry — Brunch, beauty, and boss moves for aspiring beauty entrepreneurs.
WWE Monday Night RAW
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Ford Center — Check local listings for pricing — Experience live wrestling action with your favorite WWE superstars.
Tri-State Homeless Veterans Standdown 2025
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — C K Newsome Community Center — Free entry — Providing vital resources and support for veterans with HIV and Hep C awareness.
Evansville Purple Aces Women's Volleyball vs. Bradley Braves
11 PM – 3 AM — Meeks Family Fieldhouse — Check event page for ticket prices — Watch the Purple Aces take on the Braves in an exciting volleyball showdown.
Party in Paradise 2025
5-10 p.m. — Friedman Park — Tickets available online or specific locations — Celebrate with live music, food trucks, and friends at this vibrant annual event.
CAREaoke: Karaoke For A Cause
A fundraiser to benefit the Haitian Center of Evansville will be held on Thursday, October 23, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at a location to be announced. For information on sponsorships and tickets, email friendsofamydevries@gmail.com.
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