Good morning, Evansville.

Evansville held its annual West Side Nut Club Fall Festival on historic Franklin Street on Oct.6, with families enjoying rides, games, and treats despite rainy conditions.

Organizers introduced a new self-service kiosk that printed digital receipts along with wristbands—streamlining the ticket process.

Ticket sales for the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival Half Pot began today on Franklin Street at 10 a.m. and have been available online since October 1st — by 1:20 p.m. the prize pool reached $568,350 and organizers expect it may rise to $2 million before the festival ends on October 11th.

A large fire at Cross Lake Apartments in Evansville displaced 18 people after multiple 911 calls reported flames early Sunday at 3 a.m.—firefighters took 50 minutes to extinguish the blaze and secure the partially collapsed roof.

Punk rock legend The Offspring will perform at the Ford Center on February 10 with special guests Bad Religion during their SUPERCHARGED Worldwide in '26 Tour—tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. with additional presales running this week and general sales starting on October 10 at 10 a.m.

Gov. Mike Braun’s audit of the Indiana Economic Development Corp revealed high travel spending, weak controls and conflicts of interest that raised concerns about taxpayer funds.

The review covered actions from 2022 to 2024 and led officials to halt new contributions as they move toward needed reforms—steps critics say could increase oversight.

Evansville City Councilwoman Missy Mosby is set to become director of Evansville Animal Care and Control on October 27 and will resign from representing the 2nd Ward after 18 years.

Mayor Stephanie Terry said the new role will improve animal welfare — making the department a standalone unit for better service.

Beau Bayh, son of former governor Evan Bayh and a Harvard Law graduate who completed a judicial clerkship, announced he is running for secretary of state next year to challenge incumbent Diego Morales.

He faces opponents within his party while party conventions next summer will determine the nominees for the general election on November 3, 2026.

The Evansville-area IHSAA boys soccer sectionals began on Oct.6 with games at EVSC Fields, Washington, Heritage Hills, Northeast Dubois, and Tell City; today additional matches are played with more on Oct.8 and championships on Oct.11—schedules and results are updated all week.

Evansville area girls soccer sectionals for the state tournament begin today with games set between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. in Class 3A, Class 2A, and Class 1A venues, and teams will advance to championship matches on Oct.

11 — officials confirmed multiple matchups in each class.

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.

UIC Flames vs. Evansville Purple Aces Women's Volleyball

6-10 p.m. — C K Newsome Community Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting women's volleyball match between UIC Flames and Evansville Purple Aces.

Area 10 Bowling Competition

8 AM – 12 PM — Franklin Lanes — Volunteers needed — Participate in a fun-filled morning while supporting Special Olympics athletes in this qualifying competition.