Good morning, Evansville.

Evansville’s West Side Nut Club Fall Festival—rated top nationwide by USA TODAY—will take place Oct.

6-11 with parades, carnival rides, live music and food booths on Franklin Street, and it may offer a raffle where someone can win up to $1M. Family Day is set for Oct. 5 with children's rides starting at 1 p.m.

Mayor Stephanie Terry invites community organizations and service providers to submit proposals for funding from Evansville’s Opioid Settlement Fund to support programs that address the opioid crisis.

Proposals must follow Johns Hopkins recommendations—each request should include funding details, program description, impact, and a sustainability plan—and be submitted by midnight October 28.

The Cross Pointe Boulevard section south of the Lloyd will close for about four days starting today as crews install a new box culvert to manage water flow; drivers can reach nearby businesses using alternate routes via Lincoln Avenue and Fuquay Road—where the intersection is converted into a three-way stop.

The OVC Board of Presidents announced that the men’s and women’s basketball championships will stay at the Ford Center through 2032—this new deal continues a partnership that began in 2018.

The men’s tournament will be held for the 63rd time next year while the women’s contest marks its 46th edition.

The Ohio Valley Conference announced Monday that its men's and women's basketball tournaments will continue at Ford Center in Evansville through 2032—extending the partnership that began in 2018.

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.

EVV19 Mail Call Sorting

3-6 p.m. — 4200 N Kentucky Ave, Evansville, IN — Free — Help sort mail for EVV19 Veterans and support an important community initiative.

Vital Signs Trauma Conference

8:00 AM – 4:15 PM — Ascension St. Vincent Evansville — $25/person — Dive deep into the latest trauma trends and network with fellow healthcare professionals in gameday spirit.

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.

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.

Lymphatic Drainage and Scar Tissue Release Training

8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — Hyatt Place Evansville Downtown — $600 for 24 CEs — Enhance your skills with hands-on training in lymphatic drainage and scar tissue techniques.

Evansville Lapidary Show

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — C K Newsome Community Center — Free entry — Explore a vast collection of gemstones, minerals, and fossils with activities for kids.

Frightening 2 & 4 Miler

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — Registration fees apply — Participate in a thrilling run with distances of 2 and 4 miles.

Annual Fall Fundraiser

6-8:30 p.m. — Discovery Lodge — Entry fee varies — Support local community initiatives at this inspiring fundraiser featuring keynote speaker Stephanie Fast.