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Evansville
Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The federal shutdown has lasted for 30 days and local food drives in Evansville saw more than 150 families line up amid fears that SNAP benefits will end November 1 — volunteers reported that donations were double last week. 44 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local manufacturers gathered at USI as the Tri-State Manufacturers’ Alliance—together with the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership—held a summit to discuss challenges, innovation, and opportunities in the manufacturing sector. Organizers said the sessions helped share best practices to strengthen industry unity. 14 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ University of Southern Indiana received a $2.5M grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help Historic New Harmony improve exhibits and programs on the town's religious history; the funding will support renovations for historic buildings and development of educational projects—such as a permanent exhibition and interfaith festival—in the coming months. 14 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Manufacturing Academy students from Henderson County visited Audubon Metals & Hydro Aluminum today as the final stop on their tour where they learned about trade jobs including welding & heavy machinery operation and electrical work. Leaders hope the tour will inspire students to seek local manufacturing careers that offer great pay and benefits. 14 News
- ➤ EVSC announced Monday it will conduct a safety audit after three school incidents involving weapons occurred over the past three months—parents pushed for immediate weapons detection systems after reports of a gun at Delaware Elementary and a loaded BB gun at Central—while officials stressed the need for a full review first. The audit will be done with help from the Indiana Office of School Safety to ensure a safe environment for all students. Courier & Press
- ➤ At Cedar Hall Elementary, police with Cops Connecting with Kids announced that eight students will join a Disney World trip in January—selected for their classroom effort, good behavior and leadership to build strong ties between youth and law enforcement. The Monster Inc. themed assembly marked the first reveal in what is hoped to be a long-lasting tradition. 14 News
- ➤ Bosse High School Marching Band will travel to Indianapolis to compete in the Class C semistate competition Saturday and they practiced at Enlow Field on Oct. 23—preparing for the event. Courier & Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Indiana's WIC benefits could be cut off for 153,000 families if no extra $300 million is approved to extend funding past Oct. 31—recipients risk losing food benefits starting Nov. 1 amid a government shutdown threat. Local clinics may face furloughs as officials await further emergency funds to safeguard the program. Courier & Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Evansville Thunderbolts will host the Peoria Rivermen at the Ford Center tomorrow for Halloween Night and on November 1 for Disco Night, with both games starting at 7 p.m. The events include a bucket giveaway and costume parade for the first 1,000 fans on Halloween Night — fans are encouraged to wear disco attire on Disco Night. 44 News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Oakland City Mighty Oaks vs. Evansville Purple Aces Basketball Game
1-4 p.m. — Ford Center — Check local listings — Witness a thrilling college basketball matchup featuring the Mighty Oaks and the Purple Aces.
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Free Horror Art & Cosplay Expo
5 PM – 6 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Evansville — Free admission — Experience a weekend of horror art and cosplay creativity with a complimentary print at the door.
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Turkey Day 5K Evansville
8-10 a.m. — Downtown Evansville — Registration required — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run/walk event for the community.
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Dueling Pianos Night at Warehouse 410
7-11 p.m. — Warehouse 410 — 21+ only — Experience an electrifying night of music and comedy with your favorite tunes and crowd participation.
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