Friday, December 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Evansville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ K9 King retires from the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office after eight years of dedicated service in patrol work and narcotics detection. 14 News
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Evansville is amplifying donations through a special match program at Red Kettle sites until Christmas Eve, with donations up to $20 being doubled and larger bills receiving a fivefold increase. 44 News
- ➤ Evansville marks 20 years since its heaviest one-day snowstorm, highlighting pivotal rescues and community efforts amid severe conditions and a state of emergency. Courier & Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Emanuel Cabell, Jr. was arrested in connection with a robbery in Evansville where thousands of dollars were stolen under threat. 14 News
- ➤ An Evansville man, Christopher Dion Boyd Jr., has been sentenced to 65 years in prison for the New Year's Day murder of Jerry Dewayne Hale. Courier & Press
- ➤ In Evansville, police are investigating a case where a dog was shot and a shed was damaged following a reported shooting incident. 14 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Evansville's YouthBuild program receives a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to support education and vocational training for low-income youths. 14 News
- ➤ The Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corporation announces The Wizard of Oz as their 37th Annual EVS Summer Musical for 2025, with auditions starting in April. 44 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Evansville Thunderbolts are set to host their 'Twas The Friday Before Christmas' game against the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs, featuring festive activities and giveaways. 44 News
WELLNESS NEWS
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Lindsey Stirling Holiday Concert
Lindsey Stirling, renowned electronic violinist and performer, will present a holiday-themed concert at the Old National Events Plaza.
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Evansville Thunderbolts vs. Quad City Storm Ice Hockey Match
Watch the exciting ice hockey matchup between the Evansville Thunderbolts and the Quad City Storm at the Ford Center.
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Meg McRee Supporting Marcus King
Meg McRee will perform as a supporting act for Marcus King at Victory Theatre in Evansville, Indiana.
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Evansville Thunderbolts vs. Huntsville Havoc Hockey Game
Watch the Evansville Thunderbolts compete against the Huntsville Havoc in an exciting hockey match at the Ford Center.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More
Experience a captivating evening of live classical music featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons and other works performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting.
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Biblical Insights with Kristi McLelland
Kristi McLelland, a professor and best-selling author, will lead a session exploring the Bible's historical and cultural contexts at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Evansville.
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Evansville Purple Aces Women's Basketball vs. Southern Illinois Salukis
This event features a women's college basketball game between the Evansville Purple Aces and the Southern Illinois Salukis at Meeks Family Field House.
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