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The Courier & Press

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Talks around Evansville's Mesker Amphitheatre not dead, not active

EVANSVILLE – Talks over Mesker Amphitheatre aren't active. But they aren't dead, either. That's the purgatorial state of Evansville's historic outdoor venue more than a year after the Board of Park Commissioners accepted a proposal from an outside entity to potentially lease it and raise it from the dead. The person behind that proposal – Tim Drake, owner of The Mill amphitheater in Terre Haute, Indiana – was the only party to express interest during a 60-day window for proposals between July and September of 2025. Talks between Drake and the city apparently stalled, though, and everyone involved has remained tight-lipped ever since . On Monday, Anna Raben, spokeswoman for Mayor Stephanie Terry's office, said "there have been no recent developments in discussions with The Mill." "However, conversations have not been formally closed," she said. "We will share additional information if there are any updates." In a previous email to the Courier & Press, Raben said the city is looking into the possibility of "an" amphitheater. The focus is on "identifying an approach that best serves the community’s long-term interests." Problems at Mesker Amphitheatre None of that is great news for Mesker itself. The 74-year-old venue has hosted everyone from

Evansville, IN · 2d

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You Can Explore Kentucky’s Cave Where People Sheltered Thousands Of Years Ago

Ripley’s Believe It or Not once called the river flowing through this cave the shortest and deepest underground river in the world. You can float on it in a boat. In Kentucky, no other cave offers an underground boat tour like this one. People found this spot long before...

Bowling Green, KY · 1d
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Kentucky film industry expands with Christmas movie premiere, new streaming platform

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 12, 2026) — Kentucky’s growing film industry is gaining momentum with the upcoming premiere of a locally produced Christmas movie and the launch of a new streaming platform designed to showcase Kentucky-made entertainment. Louisville personal injury attorney and film producer Jeremy Winton is helping lead...

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Evansville show to feature switching roles

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Imagine showing up to perform in a play without knowing which character you’ll be playing! That’s exactly what’s happening in StageTWO Productions’ latest show “Everybody.” Actor Matt Hummel visited Eyewitness News to share more information. The full interview can be viewed in the player above.

Evansville, IN · 1d

WREG

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Unmarked mass burials discovered in Daviess County

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — Only two headstones remain at a cemetery tucked right behind Mount Zion Cumberland Presbyterian Church, but the discovery of over 50 unmarked burials has researchers working around the clock to uncover the identities and stories of those laid to rest here. “I’m flabbergasted that there are that many people,” says […]

Daviess County, KY · 1d

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Musical comedy stomps into Owensboro

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A musical comedy stomps its way to the RiverPark Center in Owensboro. STOMP is a combination of percussion, movement and visual comedy. The show brings everyday household and industrial objects to life as musical instruments. The cast is also celebrating its 30th anniversary since it first premiered in New York City. […]

Owensboro, KY · 1d

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Floats wanted for Night Christmas Parade in Hopkinsville, grand marshal announced

HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Downtown Hopkinsville will celebrate the holiday season with the HES/EnergyNet Night Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 12 at 5:15 p.m. This year’s theme, “A Snowman’s Winter Wonderland,” will bring Main Street to life with illuminated floats, marching bands, community groups, and plenty of Christmas spirit.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d

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Christian County Tiger Band to Perform Tuesday Before Heading to Grand Nationals

The Christian County High School Tiger Band will give the community a chance to see its “New Kids on the Block” show Tuesday night before taking it to the national stage in Indianapolis. The community performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Stadium of Champions. Admission is...

Christian County, KY · 4d

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Comedian John Crist extends tour, including stop in Owensboro

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - Comedian John Crist is staying on the road. He just announce 45 new dates, expanding on his John Crist Live! Tour. One of the new dates is in Owensboro. Crist will come to the RiverPark Center on Thursday, June 3, 2027. The comedian recently launched a...

Owensboro, KY · 3d

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Owensboro to hold first-ever Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - City of Owensboro officials say they are launching a new Thanksgiving tradition with the first-ever Turkey Trot. According to a press release, the Turkey Trot is a free community event in partnership with Project Rise that takes place on Thursday, Nov. 26, in front of the Owensboro Convention Center.

Owensboro, KY · 1d

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History professor spotlights Kentucky veterans

A history professor shared the stories of largely unknown Kentuckians who made big impacts at the Kentucky Museum in celebration of Veterans Day. “You know we can study all the big famous people we want, but it’s all the other people behind the scenes that make it work,” David Serafini, a history professor at WKU, said.

Bowling Green, KY · 1d

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Christian Care Community remembers, honors veterans in heartfelt ceremony

While Veterans Day offers a chance to recognize the servicemen and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, the message at a ceremony held at Christian Care Community in Hopkinsville was to make sure our veterans are never forgotten. About 20 veterans call Christian Care Community home in...

Hopkinsville, KY · 1d

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Unmarked mass burials discovered in Daviess County

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — Only two headstones remain at a cemetery tucked right behind Mount Zion Cumberland Presbyterian Church, but the discovery of over 50 unmarked burials has researchers working around the clock to uncover the identities and stories of those laid to rest here. “I’m flabbergasted that there are that many people,” says […]

Daviess County, KY · 4d

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Evansville is about to get “Shucked”

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Evansville is about to get “Shucked” by Broadway in Evansville. Broadway in Evansville announces that tickets for Shucked, which is a Tony Award winning musical comedy, will go on sale November 13 for the April 25 performance. Officials say Shucked is a musical comedy that features a book by Tony Award […]

Evansville, IN · 4d

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This Hidden Indiana Pioneer Village Lets You Step Into The 1850s, And Most People Never Heard Of It

Most people drive right past Perry County without knowing a remarkable piece of living history sits quietly nearby. A pioneer village in Cannelton, Indiana is one of those rare places where the past does not just sit behind glass. Authentic log cabins, a working blacksmith shop, stone ovens, and carefully...

Cannelton, IN · 3d

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Your Vote Decides the Killer in This Reitz Theatre Mystery

A billionaire’s family gathers, someone ends up dead, and the audience decides who did it. Learn more about this unique Reitz HS play.

Owensboro, KY · 2d

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‘STOMP’ in town for 30th anniversary shows in Owensboro

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - A unique show is set to take over Owensboro’s RiverPark Center this weekend. STOMP is celebrating its 30th anniversary season with two performances. The cast gave a sneak peek of the show Wednesday, which features a blend of dance, music and theatrical performances. Their signature...

Owensboro, KY · 2d

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9th Annual Breakfast with Santa

Gather the family, bring your holiday spirit, and get ready for a magical morning with Santa as Oak View Group, the provider of Venue Management for the Owensboro Convention Center, presents the 9th Annual Breakfast with Santa, sponsored by German American Bank and The Country Station 92.5 WBKR on Saturday, December 19 from 7:30AM to 10AM!

Owensboro, KY · 2d

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Claire Carter joins 14 News Sunrise

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Long time Evansville reporter Claire Dugan is now going by her married name, Claire Carter. She is joining 14 News Sunrise as a reporter, meaning she now has the same schedule as her husband, 14 News anchor, Mitch Carter. Claire is an Evansville native and Harrison...

Evansville, IN · 4d

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GCHS Marching Band ends season in splendid fashion at Mid-States AAAA Championships

The Grayson County High School Marching Band ended their season with an exclamation point as the band performed splendidly against 18 of the best marching bands in Kentucky and Ohio. The GCHS Marching Band performed at the season-ending Mid-States Band Association AAAA Championships at Kings Mill, Ohio, over the weekend.

Grayson County, KY · 3d