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🌱 Patch AM: Where Evansville’s newest EV chargers just went in around town
Also check out Steak & Steel Throwdown on the Evansville Patch calendar
Hi Evansville! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Where Evansville's newest EV chargers just went in around town
- How new patrols and UE partnerships could affect your Evansville-area routine.
- Can Central's new mindset turn Friday's home opener into a statement win?
Also on today's calendar: Steak & Steel Throwdown and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 70 degrees.
- Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 84, low: 63.
- Friday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 86 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
1. Evansville is still catching up to other Midwest cities in providing EV charging stations (wnin.org) — Evansville has just finished installing five new public EV charging stations, bringing the citywide total to 15 at spots like the Civic Center's Back 40 lot, Swonder Ice Arena, Mesker Park Zoo, Deaconess Sports Park, and the Evansville Museum. Local climate leaders say expanding chargers is key to Evansville's Climate Action Plan and to cutting transportation-related air pollution while making the city more attractive to residents and visitors. 
2. Local News: Wednesday August 19th, 2026 (poseycountyradio.com) — Evansville-area readers should know police in Mt. Vernon and Evansville are stepping up impaired-driving enforcement now through Labor Day as part of a statewide safety campaign. The update also covers the ongoing Ohio River search for a missing boater, new University of Evansville dual-credit deals with local schools, Kevin O'Leary's upcoming USI appearance, and last night's high school sports results.
3. Bears bear down for home opener (14news.com) — Central High School's Bears are gearing up for their home opener in Evansville on Friday at 6:30 p.m. against Mater Dei, hoping to rebound from last year's 1–9 season. Players and coaches say a summer of team bonding, renewed discipline, and a more aggressive offense has them optimistic about scoring more points and delivering a more exciting experience for local fans.
4. UE signs nine dual-credit agreements with local high schools (tristatehomepage.com) — The University of Evansville is deepening its local impact by signing nine new dual-credit agreements with area high schools, giving students more ways to earn UE credit before graduation. Depending on the school, teens can take qualifying classes at their high school, enroll directly in UE courses, or do both, potentially starting college with a meaningful head start.
5. These Are NJ's Best High Schools, Brand New Rankings Show (dailyvoice.com) — Signature School in Evansville has earned the No. 2 spot nationwide in U.S. News & World Report's 2026–27 high school rankings, just behind a Tennessee magnet school. The list evaluates nearly 18,000 schools on college readiness, test performance, and graduation outcomes, with the article focusing mainly on how New Jersey schools fared.
📸 Around Evansville
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Evansville
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★ Featured events ★
- Steak & Steel Throwdown →
Terrabis Dispensary Grayville, 105 Koehler St, Grayville
10:00 am
Saturday August 22
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Other local events
- Family Dance Party!
Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library EVPL Central - READ Center - River Room
10:00 am - Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild
North Park Branch Library EVPL North Park - Meeting Room
3:00 pm - Drawing Club
Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library EVPL Central - Café
3:30 pm - Pathways to the Past
Mccullough Branch Library EVPL McCollough - Small Group Room A
4:00 pm - Behind the Screens
Mccullough Branch Library EVPL McCollough - Meeting Room
4:00 pm - Play & Learn
East Branch Library EVPL East - Meeting Room
4:45 pm - Recycled Ideas
Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library EVPL Central - Browning Meeting Room B
6:00 pm - Conner Smith →
Ford Center, 1 SE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Evansville
7:00 pm
Thursday August 20
📣 Evansville Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Girls Day Out
Oaklyn Branch Library EVPL Oaklyn - Meeting Room
2:00 pm - Create Your Own
North Park Branch Library EVPL North Park - Lounge
2:30 pm - Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild
North Park Branch Library EVPL North Park - Meeting Room
3:00 pm - Felt Plushie Creations
Stringtown Branch Library EVPL Stringtown - Meeting Room
4:00 pm
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- UPDATE !
Business is coming along great!. Making friends with all the other animals. He will be ready to be adopted soon. He loves living inside and is… (Nextdoor Kathleen / Jeannette) - I have a heeler mix that I am looking to rehome.
She was born Feb 5 is fixed and has only had her first round of shots. I was hoping I would have more time for her but I don't. She knows sit and… (Nextdoor Glenwood)
- TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for Forklift Operator - Experienced - 358913 in Evansville. Apply here.
- The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Freight/Receiving 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: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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