Good morning, Evansville.

Boo at the Zoo will return this weekend at Mesker Park Zoo—running from October 17th to 19th—and will offer Halloween-decorated paths, animal encounters and trick-or-treat options for families.

Evansville Animal Control officers rescued a dog named Venom that was stuck in tar and is now recovering at the EACC facility (Director Missy Mosby commended Officers McDowell and Pavlicheck for their quick and brave efforts).

The Vanderburgh Humane Society mourned the loss of Ty — a famous orange cat known as Thicken Nugget who became an internet sensation with his swimming routine and gentle nature.

The shelter thanked his adoptive family and said his memory would inspire their ongoing efforts to save more animals.

Multi-platinum jazz artist Diana Krall will perform on February 3 at 7 p.m. at Victory Theatre at 600 Main Street in downtown Evansville next year—tickets will go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.

Missy Mosby is set to become the new director of Evansville Animal Care and Control (ACC) and will focus on team building, community engagement, and creating a food pantry to help families.

She was named after concerns raised at a Traveling City Hall on January 15 and will start on October 27th (next week) as the agency seeks to boost volunteer opportunities and promote animal adoptions.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced lane closures for I-69 in Gibson County near Mackey and Glezen between State Road 168 and State Road 57 to allow road paving beginning October 20 and likely lasting through the end of November—INDOT advises drivers to slow down and use extra caution around work zones.

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.

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.

Calumet College vs. Evansville Basketball Game

11:00 AM — Ford Center — Check for ticket prices — Watch a thrilling matchup as the Crimson Wave take on the Purple Aces in an exciting college basketball game.