|
Subscribe | Get featured
Hi Evansville, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: WWII bus tours return, Jim Breuer: find the funny, and designer purse bingo + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Evansville protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
|
📰 In the news
Addressing infant health disparities: The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile has added Evansville’s North Main McDonald’s to its schedule and will stop every fourth Thursday, offering free or low-cost care for eligible women and infants — see when and where to go.
Discover the city’s WWII legacy: Evansville Wartime Museum bus tours return March 28, taking up to 40 people to 50 WWII sites. Tickets are $20, and the lineup begins at 10:30 a.m. on tour days — get all the tour details.
New options for young learners: Henderson County Schools will expand preschool for 2026-2027, offering classes at five sites across the county. Families can choose state-funded or tuition-based spots, with online registration opening March 17 — explore enrollment options and dates.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
|
💎 Local business spotlight
Stage night, sorted: Need a break from the group chat and a reason to wear real pants? Evansville Civic Theatre keeps the lights up with community-powered productions, from feel-good hometown revues to La Cage Aux Folles later this month, delivering that lively, local spark that turns nights out into memories.
Chili, nostalgia, and dogs: Old-school in all the right ways, Metzger’s Tavern has fed Henderson since 1869 with bean soup, chili, and hot dogs that simply hit. It’s the spot for a low-key bite, a friendly pour, and a little neighborhood buzz… the kind of comfort that never goes out of style.
A downtown reading fix: Your Brother’s Bookstore brings small-town warmth to downtown Evansville. The shelves span new and used gems, a kid-friendly blanket-fort nook, and genre fiction and manga galore. Community vibes flow from book clubs, author signings, and gamer gatherings.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
|
🫶 We got your back
Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →
Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
|
📆 Evansville for grown ups
Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
💐 Scents, Stems & Golden Gems @ Social Bird Boutique + Gifts (Newburgh) | Thursday (3/12) at 4:00 PM – Scents, Stems & Golden Gems brings a DIY Mixologie perfume bar, a felt-flower bouquet station, and shopwide specials. Follow your nose, craft a bouquet that never wilts, no pollen, no regrets, and watch for an exclusive drop, because secrets and savings are our love language.
👜 Designer Purse Bingo @ SWIRCA & More | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – Ready to yell BINGO for a Coach you won’t have to hide? SWIRCA’s purse bingo deals designer bags, bragging rights, and a cash-only fundraiser with food trucks and adult beverages. Seats go fast, so grab a table and bring your lucky dauber.
🍀 Run of Luck/ Paddy’s Day Pub Fun @ Evansville Indiania | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – St. Paddy’s weekend is kicking off with the costumed Run of Luck, followed by bagpipes and a neighborly pub crawl, so you can earn your pints the honest way. Expect goofy green, brag-rights, and familiar faces. Pace yourself, hydrate, then let the craic commence.
🥂 2nd Annual Black History Brunch @ Joshua Academy Charter School | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Clear your morning and head to Joshua Academy in Evansville for the 2nd Annual Black History Brunch, an inspiring program with great spirit, good food, and zero pretense. It’s only $5 for adults, kids eat free, and spots are limited, so register now: https://givebutter.com/I3tPvU.
🧘 Sound Bath, Reiki Healing, & Cacao Ceremony @ Foil & Fade (Newburgh) | Sunday (3/15) at 6:00 PM – Foil & Fade turns into a zen den for a cacao ceremony, sound bath, and Reiki circle with a legit Reiki master. Sip the non-psychedelic stuff, pull an oracle card, and trade your to-do list for a mat, a blanket, and quiet. Limited spots, locals.
🎤 Jim Breuer: Find The Funny @ Victory Theatre | Sunday (3/15) at 8:00 PM – Call the sitter and dust off your 90s reflexes, Jim Breuer is rolling through with Find The Funny, and yes, the Goat Boy still kicks. Expect unapologetically goofy stories, dad-life rants, and that rock-comic energy your group text can’t compete with.
👵 Golden Girls Meet Up @ Myriad Brewing Company – Newburgh Taproom | Thursday (3/19) at 6:00 PM – Pull up a chair at Myriad Brewing in Newburgh for a low-key hang with the gals you always wave to but never actually chat with. No agenda, just shared tables, real conversation, and whatever’s in your glass, beer or NA.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
|
📻 Evansville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 52°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 52. Northwest wind around 7 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 40. South southwest wind 3 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
—
Tomorrow – High: 62°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 0%
Partly sunny, with a high near 62. West southwest wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. North northwest wind 3 to 8 mph.
This house is wild
Olivia by Chris Brown Homes is a two-story standout with a vaulted family room that anchors dining and a well-appointed kitchen with an island, pantry, and ample cabinetry. The main-level primary suite adds recessed ceilings and a colossal walk-in closet. A study off the foyer and 2.5-car garage add utility, with upstairs game room, three bedrooms, and shared bath.
Take a peek inside →
|
 |
Thanks for reading! If you know someone who’d love BaseLocal, send ’em here so they can sign up too 🙂
|
|
|
|
