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NightlifeSouthern comfort, upgraded: Comfort by the Cross-Eyed Cricket is downtown’s spot for buttermilk fried chicken, 18-hour brisket, and seasonal Southern plates sourced from 20+ local farms.
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Asian Night Market set to return Friday in Evansville
The second annual Asian Night Market is set to return to downtown Evansville, featuring over 25 vendors and community organizations.
Full story at 14news.com ↗
E-REP shares update on Ohio River Renovation project
Officials from the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (E-REP) have updated the latest advancements in the Ohio River Vision Plan Project.
Full story at yahoo.com ↗
This Southern Indiana Part-Time Job Pays $47.46 an Hour
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office in Southern Indiana is accepting applications for part-time Special Deputies, which pays $47.46 per hour.
Full story at newstalk1280.com ↗
Best of the City 2026
EvEvville Living readers have voted for their hometown in their Best of the City awards for 25 years.
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Victory International Film Festival returns to Evansville
The Victory International Film Festival (VIFF) is set to return to downtown Evansville in September, bringing a lineup of independent films, filmmakers, and special events.
Full story at yahoo.com ↗
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