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Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Former Arts Council Leader Named YWCA CEO (wnin.org) — A longtime Evansville arts and nonprofit leader, Anne McKim, has been chosen as the new CEO of YWCA Evansville, succeeding Erika Taylor after 16 years. McKim brings deep ties to local organizations and says she's excited to continue the YWCA's 115-year mission serving the community. Her background includes leading the Arts Council and working with EVSC- and city-related arts groups.
2. North High School's Green Brigade marching band raises food donations ahead of season opener (14news.com) — Evansville North High School's Green Brigade marching band is turning tonight's home football opener into a five-week food drive for the Tri-State Food Bank, with donations accepted during rehearsals and at school offices. Band leaders say the effort lets students give back as local pantry demand surges, tying their championship-level performances to tackling hunger close to home.
3. Firearm Recovered at Evansville North High School; Juvenile Taken Into Custody (wmskamfm.com) — A 15-year-old Evansville North High School student was detained after deputies recovered a loaded handgun from the student's locker, thanks to classmates who reported their concerns. Investigators say the gun was stolen from an unlocked vehicle days earlier, and there's no evidence the student intended harm. The teen faces multiple firearm-related felony allegations and is held at the Youth Care Center.
4. Frog Follies brings crowds & hungry customers to Vanderburgh Co. restaurants (14news.com) — Frog Follies is packing the Vanderburgh County Fairgrounds this weekend, and nearby Evansville-area restaurants like the Hornet's Nest and Pizza Depot are feeling the rush from visiting car enthusiasts. Owners say business jumps most after the gates close at 4 p.m., with one proudly claiming they serve the best specialty burgers in Evansville to hungry hot rod fans.
5. 'Cats Roar Back, Down Evansville, 2-1 (nusports.com) — Northwestern's men's soccer team edged the University of Evansville 2-1 Friday night at Arad McCutchan Stadium, despite the Purple Aces striking first on a penalty kick. A late Wildcats goal in the 82nd minute spoiled Evansville's home effort, capping an intense match where Aces goalkeeper Hugo Amo made several key saves.
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