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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

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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French Lick Resort building new 18-hole course

FRENCH LICK, Ind. – There’s a new star on the horizon at French Lick Resort. Already known for its two-course rota of the Donald Ross Course (1917) and its more famous counterpart the Pete Dye Course (2009), director of golf operations Dave Harner said recently just wait until the general public sees what’s on tap at French Lick Resort.

French Lick, IN · 1d
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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

WRTV

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When French Lick created a law to prevent bad luck on Friday the 13th

STATEWIDE (Mirror Indy) –When it came to warding off bad luck on Friday the 13th, the town of French Lick wasn’t taking any chances. So in 1939, officials in the southern Indiana community came up with an unusual precaution: They passed an ordinance requiring all black cats to wear bells on the supposedly unlucky day. […]

French Lick, IN · 2d

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This Unique Indiana Site Lets Visitors Glimpse A Prehistoric Burial Mound That Nature Created First

Some places carry a weight that you can almost feel the moment you arrive. A remarkable historic landmark in Vincennes, Indiana is one of those rare spots where ancient nature and human history collide in the most unexpected way. Unlike most burial mounds across the country, this one was not...

Vincennes, IN · 4d

WEHT/WTVW

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Black History Month banners to return

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A project honoring local black leaders who have made big impacts is returning to Evansville. The city announced the Black History Month Banner Project will once again be taking over downtown in February. City officials are encouraging community members to nominate local residents who have made a lasting impact on the […]

Evansville, IN · 18h

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Locals Can’t Get Enough Of The Fresh-Baked Cookies At This Tiny Train Caboose Café In Indiana

Some lunch spots live in strip malls, and some live in actual train cars. In downtown Evansville, Indiana, one small café has set up shop inside a historic caboose, and the cookie crowd keeps coming back for more. The menu is short and friendly, with sandwiches, soups, salads, and...

Evansville, IN · 2d

KISS 106

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German Christmas Magic Returns To Evansville At The 9th Annual Christkindlmarkt

Bratwurst, handmade gifts, and a cuckoo clock raffle, Evansville's German Christmas market is back for year nine.

Evansville, IN · 1d

KISS 106

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The Grinch is Coming to Newburgh for a Holiday Fun Run!

Grab your running shoes and your Christmas spirit! The Grinch Fun Run returns November 21 with family-friendly races and a visit from the Grinch himself.

Newburgh, IN · 6h

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Celebrate the spirit of the season at the Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt

Experience the warmth, tradition, and wonder of the holiday season as Ferdinand’s beloved Christkindlmarkt kicks off with a memorable opening ceremony and eve dinner on Friday, November 20, 2026, at the historic Monastery Immaculate Conception. The evening begins with the official opening ceremony on the Monastery grounds at 6:30...

Ferdinand, IN · 3d

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Salvation Army seeks donations ahead of Thanksgiving Festival

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - For people who may not have family to celebrate with, Thanksgiving can be a difficult time. The Salvation Army is preparing a traditional holiday feast where people can share a meal and find community. With its annual Thanksgiving meal just weeks away, the Salvation Army is...

Evansville, IN · 1d

FOX 56

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Unmarked mass burials discovered in Daviess County

More than 50 unmarked burials were found near Mount Zion Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Daviess County.

Daviess County, KY · 2d

WEHT/WTVW

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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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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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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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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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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...

Kentucky · 14h

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‘The Boy Band Project’ a fine line between concert and ‘affectionate spoof’

(This article first appeared in the November print edition of the Hendersonian.) Nearly every generation has a “boy band” it’s fallen in love with. Maybe for pop music fans of an earlier era it was The Osmonds or The Jackson 5. Later, groups like New Kids on...

Henderson, KY · 1d

WEHT/WTVW

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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