Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Neighborhood preservation effort succeeds: Evansville City Council unanimously approved historic district status for Bellemeade-Bayard Park to protect homes and businesses in one of the city’s oldest planned developments, on the National Register since 1985 -- read the full story.

Community care for tiniest patients: In Evansville, volunteer Cuddlers at Ascension Saint Vincent NICU comfort newborns around the clock, reading and talking to babies when parents can’t be there, with sessions supporting early development -- see how volunteers help.

Updated hub for essentials: USI has reopened its rebranded campus pantry, Archie’s Pantry, in University Center East, with expanded food options, personal hygiene items, and nutrition education for students and staff -- see what's offered and where.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Stock your tackle box: Evansville anglers, quick reminder: Bait Bucket stocks minnows, nightcrawlers, crickets, and Triple S catfish bait, plus Indiana fishing licenses, so you can spend more time on the water and less time chasing gear. In business since 1958, they’re open for the 2026 season.

Your weeknight BBQ fix: Whether you’re craving ribs, pulled pork, or that smoke-kissed comfort from Marx Barbecue & Catering, this longtime Evansville staple delivers weeknight ease with real flavor. Pair your plate with a pint of scratch-made sides, call it meal planning, and enjoy a no-fuss dinner that feels like a win.

Gift emergency solved: When the birthday calendar ambushes you this week, Rare Bird Gifts & Goods comes through with Evansville themed finds, small batch goodies, fair trade picks, and curated gift boxes that make you look wildly prepared. Browse for a minute, leave with something that feels personal.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🎨 Art Against Assault Fundraiser @ Fired Up! Joe Shmoe's Art Studio | Wednesday (4/29) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats making a little art while doing a lot of good. Swing by the studio, where 100% of fees go to Albion Fellows Bacon Center supporting survivors, then leave with a handmade treasure and a conscience that sparkles. No reservations, just walk in.

🚂 Brunch & Mimosas @ Old National Bank - Lakeside Commons Branch | Friday (5/1) at 7:00 AM – All aboard for a vintage rail brunch with mimosas, countryside views, and zero dishwashing. The French Lick Scenic Railway is rolling out a 90-minute ride in classic cars, a gourmet spread, and bubbly, leaving from Green River Road in Evansville. Pricey, yes, but delightfully indulgent.

🎾 Pickleball for Pups @ 3rd Shot Pickleball | Friday (5/1) at 8:00 AM – Grab your paddle and your softest trash talk for a round robin pickleball tourney at 3rd Shot’s eight-court digs in Evansville, benefiting It Takes a Village No-Kill Rescue. Play, spectate, or pretend to stretch between snacks, with open cash divisions, medals, and bragging rights.

🖼 Community Art Swap @ Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library - Central Branch | Friday (5/1) – Bring a small, flat masterpiece and swap it for someone else’s at the community art swap board. Think postcard-sized, nothing over 4"x6", posted and ready to trade. Clean out the craft drawer, upgrade your fridge gallery, and feel smug about local culture.

🐂 Rodeo for a Reason @ Genesis Tri-State Athletic Club | Saturday (5/2) at 8:00 AM – Feel like dusting off your boots for a good cause? This hometown rodeo fundraiser backs the Tourette Association of America, with line dancing, vendors, inflatables for kids, face painting, door prizes, a costume contest, and real-deal food trucks. Bring the crew, and call it cardio.

🌷 25th Annual Bloomin' Zoo Plant Sale @ Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Grab your wagon and head to Mesker Zoo for the 25th Bloomin' Zoo Plant Sale. The horticulture team is rolling out pollinator magnets, quirky exotics, and enough green temptation to rewrite your yard, plus live tunes from Nick Smith. Members get in free.

🇺 VFW Day of Service and First Responders Lunch @ VFW Post 2953 - Charles Denby Post | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – VFW’s Day of Service means grills are on, first responders eat free, and the rest of us can swing by the Post and cheer them on. Expect burgers, dogs, chips, drinks, and desserts, plus small-town gratitude. You bring the thanks, they bring the ketchup.

Set on 9.52 private acres, this 4-bed, 6.5-bath estate showcases a chef’s kitchen with Fehrenbacher cabinetry, quartz, Sub-Zero and Wolf. Entertaining soars with a screened porch, a saltwater pool, and an outdoor kitchen with pizza oven and Big Green Egg. A private lake, climate-controlled cedar treehouse, half-court rec barn, and game-barn apartment complete the playground.