Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Evansville Police have started a badge coloring contest for kids 5 to 14 with entries due by Friday, September 19 at 11:59 p.m. CST, available online, at the police front lobby, or by email — all submissions will be posted on Facebook for voting starting Tuesday, September 23 and closing on September 30 at 5:00 p.m. CST — the winner will get a tour of the Command Building and a photo with Police Chief Phillip Smith and Mayor Stephanie Terry. 44 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Monday at 2 a.m., Evansville police arrested 26-year-old Najah Mitchell near Morgan Avenue and Weinbach Avenue after a two-car crash injured a victim and she now faces charges for driving while intoxicated causing serious bodily injury and operating a vehicle while intoxicated endangering the public—officers also found a bag testing positive for marijuana. 44 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Evansville experienced 13 inches of rain until July 19 but got only 0.71 inches over the following 40 days—forecasters say the next solid chance of rain will come later this week, keeping the area abnormally dry. Courier & Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In the USA TODAY Network Indiana high school football poll, South Putnam rose to No. 1 in Class A as defending champion Providence lost 48—35 while Evansville Memorial remains top in Class 3A with other leading teams holding their positions. Courier & Press
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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Fall Fitness Fair
10 a.m. — Wesselman Woods — Free event — Discover local wellness options at this vibrant community gathering.
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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.
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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 [email protected].
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