Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
Good morning, Evansville.
🎭 Culture
Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden welcomed a new black howler monkey named Rikki on September 7—she is the zoo’s third baby howler born.
Visitors can see Rikki at the Amazonia rainforest exhibit, where the howler monkeys sometimes share space with squirrel monkeys.
🌲 Environment
The EPA completed cleanup at PBTT Manufacturing after a chemical fire on Sept 6 and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management will now oversee the site+ the EPA will assist as needed.
Vann Park, which was closed due to ash debris, reopened today.
🏛️ Government
Evansville leaders announced a change in the city water plan that will save money.
Officials will present a design contract for a new Groundwater Treatment Plant today at 3 p.m. at the Sunrise Pump Station – the plan mixes groundwater with river water by fixing the South Water Treatment Plant and building new wells to cut costs.
🏥 Health
Local agencies surprised 1-year-old Krue on Sunday with a birthday visit as he battles juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia—Chandler Police, Chandler Volunteer Fire, Warrick County Sheriff’s, Ohio Township Fire, and Indiana State Police gathered for the celebration.
His family asks the community to keep him in their prayers as he continues treatment.
📰 Lifestyle
Saturn will be at its brightest when it reaches opposition on Sunday, Sept.
21, and stargazers in Evansville can see the ringed planet shining like a diamond—NASA reports it will be visible with the naked eye and through a telescope. Locals are advised to find a dark spot away from city lights as partly cloudy skies may affect visibility.
📰 Real Estate
Data from Realtor.com shows that in June, the median sale price for homes in Vanderburgh County fell 7.9% from May to $210,000; single-family home prices dropped 6.4% while condo and townhome prices rose slightly.
Recorded sales increased 8.1% from 346 to 374 with $54.8 million in total sales—figures that mark a 24.3% jump in median prices from June last year.
🎉 Evansville Events
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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.
Henderson Arts & Crafts Festival
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — John James Audubon State Park — Free entry — Explore over 125 artisans showcasing handmade crafts while meeting adoptable dogs looking for homes.
Deana Carter Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Victory Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an intimate evening with country music star Deana Carter in Evansville.
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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