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Evansville
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tri-State Food Bank held two food giveaways Tuesday—one at Grace Point Church on West Iowa Street in Evansville and the other at New Life Church on Crabtree Avenue in Owensboro—and officials said they will keep providing relief until everyone can return to normal. 14 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Friends of 14-year-old Alex Hessler established a bible study group named in his honor after he was killed in a car crash in Vanderburgh County this weekend; the group, started by his friends, has grown from six to 51 members as they honor his faith and legacy. 14 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday, the Koch Family Children’s Museum on 5th Street cut a ribbon to unveil upgrades including new fencing around the lobby, a welcome desk, the 'Like a Duck to Water' exhibit, and added interactive equipment for the Quack Factory — changes that refresh a beloved local spot. The museum also launched its new mobile cMoe-to-Go center — a service that will visit events across the region to bring the experience to more visitors. 14 News
- ➤ Legendary musician and comedian Weird Al Yankovic will perform at Evansville's Ford Center on June 16 as part of his Bigger and Weirder Tour next summer—presale tickets began on Tuesday. Courier & Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ EVSC partnered with Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center to host the Future Women of Criminal Justice Symposium—Boonville High School senior Taylor McRoberts was chosen as host while law enforcement, FBI members, and local deputies spoke to inspire female students, and attendees enjoyed a brunch and group photo to mark the day. 14 News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor shows CenterPoint customers in Evansville have 16,026 accounts that are over 60 days late on bills, with nearly $5 million owed and 14,469 disconnect notices sent in September. The numbers sharply increased from last year, when 9,286 accounts were late with about $2.3 million owed — a jump linked to a rate hike and higher energy use during a hot summer. Courier & Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Evansville City Council approved $300K from American Rescue Plan Act interest funds—money to help groups like Tri-State Food Bank, Feed Evansville, Young and Established, and the Salvation Army buy food and stock pantries for the holiday season. Although SNAP benefits have been restored, local organizations said the funding meets ongoing food needs in the community. Courier & Press
- ➤ Koressel Road between Upper Mt Vernon Road and Marx Road will be closed from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. today for ditch work — the road remains open only for emergency and local traffic — so drivers should use alternate routes to avoid delays. 14 News
- ➤ More than three years after a massive fire, crews worked on demolition at the burned Morton Ave. warehouse site Tuesday morning as city officials said IDEM & EPA are beginning the cleanup process. 14 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local health advocates and vendors gathered in Chrisney for a wellness forum hosted by the Spencer County Health Coalition and the Tobacco and Vaping Prevention Program — the event aimed to alert parents about online risks for teens. Nationally recognized SRO David Gomez warned about social media misuse, drug and alcohol use, and urged parents to monitor smart device use at home. 14 News
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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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Faith Music Christmas Concert
A benefit concert dedicated to keeping Christ in Christmas. Featuring Ed Russ & The Old-Fashioned Quartet with Jordan Duncan, Maria Komisky and the FaithWay Baptist Choir.
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Family Class: Christmas Squishy Snacks
12-2 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $29 per family — Enjoy a fun painting class with festive snacks, perfect for families with creative kids.
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The Power of Preconstruction
6-7 p.m. — Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library - Central Branch — Free entry — Discover the secrets to successful construction projects without delays or budget overruns.
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