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Mt. Vernon High School Athletics is gearing up for the return of its 3rd Annual Mt. Vernon Athlete Camp. The camp is set for May 28th, 2026, at the Wildcat Athletic Center and is designed for younger students looking to build athletic skills in a fun and supportive environment. Organizers say the program continues to grow each year as part of the school’s “LevelUp” initiative, which focuses on developing well-rounded student-athletes through training in speed, agility, leadership, and teamwork. The camp is led by Mt. Vernon senior Brady Schickel, along with a group of Wildcat student-athletes who will serve as mentors throughout the day. Participants will rotate through a series of skill stations, giving them hands-on experience while also building connections with older student leaders. The event is free for all MSD of Mt. Vernon students entering 1st through 5th grade for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year, making it an accessible opportunity for families across the district. Registration is now open, and families are encouraged to sign up by May 11th to receive a guaranteed camp t-shirt. The camp is sponsored by The Cox Group, whose support helps keep the program free for all participants. For more information or to register, families can visit mvwildcats.org and click on “Registrations.”
In a press release, the Wadesville Fire Department says that around 2:30 PM this past Saturday, a Wadesville Center Township Fire apparatus, 6 Engine 3, was involved in a rollover accident while responding to a structure fire around Springfield Road and Highway 69. The apparatus was traveling westbound on Springfield Road when the right rear tire went off the roadway. The driver attempted to use their defensive driving techniques as trained but was unable to regain control. The apparatus traveled approximately 300 feet before coming to rest on the right side of the apparatus. No firefighters were injured, no civilians were injured, and the apparatus sustained moderate damage and is currently out of service. The accident is currently under investigation by the Posey County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities in Evansville are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Tuesday evening on the city’s west side. Just before 7:00 PM deputies with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office and officers with Evansville Police responded to the parking lot of the AMC Theaters along Pearl Drive. Investigators say one person was found dead inside a vehicle, which was later discovered in a wooded area near the theater parking lot. According to authorities, surveillance video from the theater captured the shooting as it happened. Officials say the suspect vehicle fled the scene, crashing into another car along Pearl Drive before continuing to drive away. Sheriff Noah Robinson says investigators used Flock cameras and information from nearby witnesses to identify a vehicle believed to be connected to the shooting. That vehicle was later located along North Green River Road. Officers have since taken a person of interest into custody for questioning, but at this time, no arrests have been made. Evansville Police continue to assist in the investigation, and authorities say there is no ongoing threat to the public. Sheriff Robinson says more information is expected to be released later today.
Last night in local high school sports, Mt. Vernon Baseball lost at Washington, 12-7. The Wildcats are 4-2 on the season.
North Posey Baseball got beat at home by Heritage Hills, 18-1. The Vikings fall to 4-4 on the year. They are home again this evening vs Vincennes at 5:00 PM.
North Posey Softball fell in a slugfest at South Knox, 13-11. Vikings Softball is 6-6 and home tonight with Tecumseh at 5:00 PM.
Mt. Vernon Softball did not play last night, but they have a game this evening at home vs Harrison at 5:00 PM. Wildcats Softball is 6-1.
In local college sports on Tuesday, Evansville Softball won at home as they defeated Southeast Missouri State, 5-1. The Purple Aces improve to 17-20 overall and play host to Western Kentucky tonight at 5:00 PM.
Evansville Baseball makes the short trip up to Bloomington this evening to play the Indiana Hoosiers at 5:00 PM. The Purple Aces are 13-20 and 6-3 in the Missouri Valley Conference, which has them tied for first place with Indiana State.
From Major League Baseball on Tuesday, the St. Louis Cardinals rallied for a 6-5 win in 10 innings at home over the Cleveland Guardians. St. Louis trailed 5-2 in the 8th inning, but scored two runs in the 8th inning, a run in the 9th inning, and a run in the 10th inning. Infielder, JJ Wetherholt had a 2-home run game and outfielder, Nathan Church provided the walk-off sacrifice fly. The Cardinals end a 3-game losing streak to improve to 9-8. They play the rubber game of their 3-game series vs Cleveland today at 12:15 PM.
The Chicago Cubs slugged their way to a 10-4 victory in Philadelphia against the Phillies. Infielder, Alex Bregman had a 3-hit game and drove in 3 runs. Infielder, Nico Hoerner had a 3 RBI game as well as Catcher, Carson Kelly. The Cubs improve to 8-9 as they have split the first two games at the Phillies. They play the series finale tonight at 5:40 PM.
In Cincinnati, the Reds won a pitchers duel 2-1 over the San Francisco Giants. The Reds got a pair of solo home runs from Spencer Steer and Sal Stewart. Cincinnati plays game two of their series with the Giants this evening at 5:40 PM. The Reds are 10-7 on the season.
The Chicago White Sox began their 3-game series at home with a loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, 8-5. The White Sox are 6-11 overall. Game 2 of the series is tonight at 6:40 PM.