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Morning Evansville! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How will this new data center pause affect Vanderburgh and Evansville?
- Want to help clean up Glenwood and Culver on September 11?
- How Evansville's new police drones could change 911 responses
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high of 88 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 86, low: 62.
- Saturday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 90 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Vanderburgh chooses 13 residents for new Data Center Research Committee (wnin.org) — Vanderburgh County has created a 13-member Data Center Research Committee and paused new data center permits through 2026, with Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry's appointee representing the city. Members include Evansville Climate Collaborative Director Lauren Lynch and experts in safety, zoning, engineering, and water, who will study how other communities handle data centers. The committee's kickoff meeting is set for September 2. 
2. Next Block-by-Block Cleanup set for 9/11 (wnin.org) — Evansville's next Block-by-Block neighborhood cleanup is set for Friday, September 11, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Glenwood/Culver area, tied to United Way's Day of Caring and the 25th 9/11 anniversary. City officials say volunteers have already removed more than 20,000 tons of trash since 2024, and residents can sign up now at evansvillegov.org/block to help spruce up another neighborhood.
3. EPD Launches Drone Response Progeram (wnin.org) — Evansville Police have officially launched a Drone as First Responder program, sending drones within seconds of 911 calls to give officers a live view of emergencies. The fleet includes an indoor-capable drone and a weatherproof docking station at the Civic Center, aiming to improve safety and decision-making at scenes across the city.
4. 14 NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Evansville man cleared of battery charges against police during seizure (14news.com) — An Evansville man whose medical emergency led to a crash and arrest has now had felony battery charges against police dropped, after doctors determined he was having a seizure. Bodycam footage, a confirmed use-of-force strike, and the family's concerns about police response are prompting calls for changes in Evansville Police Department protocols, while the family searches for legal representation and works to rebuild financially.
5. EVSC 2027 Graduation Dates and Times Announced (my1053wjlt.com) — Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation has set its 2027 graduation dates and times for all eight high schools, spreading ceremonies across several evenings in late May. Families can now plan to attend multiple commencements as seniors from North, Central, Reitz, Bosse, Harrison, New Tech, AIS, and Hoosier Digital Academy celebrate their milestones.
📸 Around Evansville
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Evansville
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- Family Trivia Night: Spider-Man
Mccullough Branch Library EVPL McCollough - Meeting Room
5:30 pm - Site Review
Vanderburgh County Council Evansville, IN 47708
10:00 am - Teen Gaming
Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library EVPL Central -
3:30 pm - National Trail Mix Day & EVV Trails Celebration
Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library EVPL Central - Large Group Meeting Room
4:00 pm - The Drawing Board
Mccullough Branch Library EVPL McCollough - Activity Room
4:00 pm - Reserve/Varsity Volleyball
Cedar Hall Community School , 2100 N Fulton Ave, Evansville, IN
4:30 pm - Banned Books Scavenger Hunt
Mccullough Branch Library EVPL McCollough - - Community Art Swap
Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library EVPL Central - Popular Materials Center
Friday August 28
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
📣 Evansville Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Bingo & Donuts
Stringtown Branch Library EVPL Stringtown - Meeting Room
10:00 am - EVANS VOLLEYBALL GAME HOST
Evans School Evansville, IN 47711
4:30 pm - Mystery Lover's Book Club
North Park Branch Library EVPL North Park - Meeting Room
4:30 pm - Volleyball Game
Delaware Elementary School Cedar Hall Community School, 2100 N Fulton Ave, Evansville, IN
4:30 pm
Thursday August 27
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
Sushi was lost on July 23, 2026 in Evansville, IN 47712 near Broadway ave Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the owner… (Nextdoor Forest Glen) - Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
Sammich was lost on August 26, 2026 in Evansville, IN 47714 near S Green River Road Lincoln Ave Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information… (Nextdoor Presidents)
- University of Evansville posted a job opening for Graduate Assistant - Director of Softball Operations in Evansville. Apply here.
- Kohl's posted a job opening for Seasonal Truck Unloader (6 a.m. start) in Evansville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Evansville here.
Ok Evansville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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