Good morning, Evansville.

Central High School’s marching band, now called the Sound of Central, will compete today at North High School and collect food for the Tri-State Food Bank with other EVSC schools, after rehearsing since June to build strong fundamentals & teamwork.

A ceremony will be held tomorrow in Colorado Springs to honor Evansville firefighter James Mastison Jr, whose 35—year service ended when he succumbed to cancer caused by work toxins.

Nearly 300 names will be added to the memorial wall at the event.

Evansville Animal Control said its shelter is full and urged residents to adopt animals for five dollars today, which includes spay/neuter, microchip and vaccination services — those unable to adopt are encouraged to foster.

Lou Dennis Community Park in Newburgh honored donors Friday with new dedication signs marking a $1.8 million upgrade that built an inclusive playground, obstacle course and fitness zone.

Town leaders announced upcoming improvements — a sand volleyball court and enhanced walkability linking the park to the Riverfront Trail.

CenterPoint Energy disclosed on Sept.

14 that an unauthorized party accessed some customer data, but its filing does not confirm if local customers were affected — leaving questions as investigations continue with law enforcement and regulators notified.

Walmart has removed its petition to rezone property near North Green River Road and Millersburg Road, ending plans to build a new neighborhood market and fueling station.

Neighbors opposed the change, and the planned public hearing on Sept. 29 is canceled.

New Harmony’s annual Kunstfest kicks off today at 9 a.m., offering two days of food, shopping, live entertainment, and German heritage on historic streets (with over 200 vendors, artisan demos, and attractions like the Half Pot and Kid’s Zone).

The festival ends Sunday at 4 p.m. with a ticket drawing.

Local Posey County farmer Randy Kron said diesel prices have spiked in the midst of harvest season, boosting fuel expenses over $1,500 a day for his combine, which uses 25 gallons per hour.

Farmers face rising costs that make it hard to turn a profit this year.

More than 600 Highland Elementary students visited Igleheart Splash Pad today to preview the park built on the former Lloyd Pool site + the public opening is set for Sunday, Sept.

20 at 1:00 p.m., as it is expected to be the biggest splash pad in Indiana.

Ascension St. Vincent is partnering with the American Red Cross Southwest Indiana Chapter for a community blood drive on Thursday, Sept.

24 at the Manor Auditorium from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.—the event honors 5-year-old Jentry Pace, who is recovering after a boating accident and multiple surgeries.

Evansville area high school football games on Sept.

18 featured matchups including Castle at Boonville and Mater Dei at Jasper — local stations delivered live score updates to eager fans.

Local high school football teams played on Friday, with North Daviess winning 54 to 7 over Cloverdale and Vincennes Lincoln defeating Linton 55 to 0.

The scores from Evansville and statewide matchups highlight an active season + promising contests.