Posey County Radio News and Sports
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Tonight, the NBA Finals continue with Game 6 in Indianapolis between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder at 7:30 PM. The Pacers hope to force a Game 7 back in Oklahoma City with a win. Indiana led the best-of-seven series, 2-1…before Oklahoma City won back-to-back games in Game 4 and Game 5 to take a 3-2 lead. Pacers star point guard, Tyrese Haliburton is battling a calf strain injury and has been listed as a gametime decision this evening.
The Mt. Vernon Parks and Recreation Department is having a Sandlot Social event this Saturday at the Ruth Fulwider Community Center. There will be a Home Run Derby at 4:00 PM and then a showing of the move Sandlot at 6:00 PM. The Home Run Derby will be outside on the hill, and you will need to bring your own chairs for seating. The entrance for the movie will be Door 11 and there will be seating provided indoors. Popcorn, Candy, and Refreshments will be available for purchase.
Coming up this Saturday at Harmonie State Park is the Second Annual Hot Rods at Harmonie event. Registration will be from 9:00 AM-11:00 AM. Prizes will be awarded at 1:30 PM and there will be food and drinks provided, as well as music provided. They say the gate fee applies to the general public. It is 7 dollars for Indiana vehicles and 9 dollars for out of state vehicles, or you can use your Annual Entrance Pass. All cars and trucks are welcome. New this year, you can buy Hot Rods at Harmonie T-Shirts for 15 dollars each.
This Sunday, Mt. Vernon Football is having their First Annual Fishing Day from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM at St. Phillip’s Conservation Club. All Wildcat Football Families Grades K-12 are welcome to attend. They say to bring your own fishing gear and tackle, but they will have some extra fishing supplies if needed. Hotdogs and Hamburgers will be provided for lunch.
Drier conditions are expected for this weekend throughout the tri-state, but temperatures will be climbing. This weekend, the highs are expected in the low to mid 90’s and what’s more concerning is the potential for an extreme heat index between 100-105 degrees. That level of heat poses a serious risk for heat-related illnesses, so the community is encouraged to take precautions and stay hydrated.
From Major League Baseball on Wednesday…the St. Louis Cardinals had Game 2 of their series at the Chicago White Sox postponed due to weather. The Cardinals and White Sox will play a doubleheader this afternoon at 1:10 PM. St. Louis won the opening game of the series on Tuesday, 12-2 and the Cardinals sit at 38-35 on the season.
The Chicago Cubs also had Game 2 of their series at home vs the Milwaukee Brewers postponed due to weather. They will make up the game on August 18th as part of a split doubleheader. The Cubs and Brewers conclude their series today at 1:20 PM. The Cubs are 45-28 on the year.