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The Mt. Vernon Police Department posted on Facebook that at 8:45 PM last night they finished assisting the Indiana State Police and US Marshals Service on a high-risk warrant service in the 600 block of Mulberry Street. They said they have the suspect in custody, and no one was injured. The operation required a large area for staging and a MVHS parking lot was used. There was never any threat to or issue at the school, but the police department had received many messages about all the vehicles being there and they wanted to clear the air for the community. The police department says everything went very smoothly and the teamwork was phenomenal.
It’s another busy night planned at the 167th Posey County Fair. Gate admission is 10 dollars per-person and the free carnival rides continue to run from 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM. The Corn Hole Tournament starts at 6:00 PM along with the live music. Then at 7:00 PM, it’s the Motorcross Barrel Racing and ITPA Pro-Series Tractor Pulls. The Posey County Fair continues until tomorrow evening.
MSD of Mt. Vernon is alerting parents, guardians, and staff that they will be conducting a test of ParentSquare, which is their new districtwide communication system. As part of this test, you will receive a test phone call sometime this afternoon. They say that no action is required. This is simply a test to ensure their communication system is working properly.
If you've got a sweet tooth, there's a new dessert destination opening on the west side of Evansville. Cookie Bite Pastry will officially open its doors this weekend on West Franklin Street. After months of renovating the space, the owners say they're excited to finally welcome customers with a selection of pastries, cookies, and cakes. They also say they're grateful for the support they've received from the community throughout the process. A grand opening celebration is planned for Sunday from 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
Tonight, in Major League Baseball, the post All-Star Break portion of the schedule begins for most teams. The St. Louis Cardinals start a 3-game series out west in Arizona vs the Diamondbacks at 8:40 PM. The Cardinals are 50-45 on the season.
In Chicago, the Cubs are at home for a 3-game set vs the Minnesota Twins at 7:05 PM. The Cubs are 54-42 overall.
The Cincinnati Reds begin the second half of their schedule out in Colorado for a 3-game series vs the Rockies at 7:40 PM. The Reds are 43-52 on the year.
The Chicago White Sox get a 3-game set underway in Toronto vs the Blue Jays at 6:15 PM. The White Sox are 50-45.