Primary Election Results Reveal Low Turnout, Strong Democratic Participation
Only 8.32% of registered voters cast ballots Tuesday, but the results still set the stage for several key Evansville and southwest Indiana races this fall.
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Graduation Season Is Around the Corner
Graduation season is almost here across Evansville and Vanderburgh County. Our Times is celebrating the Class of 2026 and accepting graduate photos from local high school, college, and postsecondary students.
Building Black Wealth: Indiana’s first Black-led bank opens in Indianapolis
A long-overdue investment in Black wealth took a visible step forward April 23, as Generations Community Bank marked its ribbon cutting in Indianapolis. This is Indiana’s first Black-led, minority depository institution, intended to expand access to capital for Black families. Local data shows that white families in central Indiana hold nearly eight times the wealth of Black families.
UEAAA honors first Black graduate at University of Evansville as scholarship remains paused
Last weekend, during the University of Evansville African American Alumni Association’s (UEAAA) annual celebration, alumni returned to campus for a series of events, including a luncheon and the dedication of a bench honoring Zerah Priestly Carter. The tribute—conceived and organized by the UEAAA—recognized Carter as the university’s first African American graduate. But the scholarship in her name is on pause due to anti-DEI federal regulations.
Evansville Literacy Initiative Targets Early Reading with Home Libraries
Friday, 1,500 EVSC (Evansville Vanderburgh County School Corp) students in grades K-3 received their first book and a storage crate to start their very own home library. The book distribution is part of the City of Evansville’s broader “We Read” campaign, a citywide effort aimed at ensuring every child is reading on grade level by third grade.
NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS for Black Educator of the Year Awards
Our Times is proud to launch the Black Educator of the Year Awards, recognizing the men and women who shape our community through education every day. Help us shine a light on those making a difference. Deadline: April 30
EVSC School Board Meeting Brief
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) Board of School Trustees met Monday to discuss student achievement, facility improvements, early childhood education, and district updates. Members present were Paul Gamblin, Christopher A Kiefer, David Hollingsworth, Michael J Duckworth Sr, and Amy DeVries.
New law gives families a stronger voice when child welfare systems fall short
For many families, a call or visit from the Department of Child Services isn’t routine—it’s life-changing, and when something goes wrong, too many are left with more questions than answers. A new Indiana law, signed April 22, aims to change that. House Enrolled Act 1307, authored by State Rep. Alex Burton of Evansville, strengthens oversight of DCS by requiring its independent ombudsman to investigate serious complaints involving a child’s safety and well-being.
Free Community Forum to Help Seniors Spot and Stop Fraud
Fraud remains a growing concern across Indiana. Evansville residents are invited to take part in a free community forum focused on fraud prevention, hosted by AARP Indiana. The event will take place on April 30 and is designed to help individuals, especially seniors, recognize and avoid common scams that continue to impact local families.
Two candidates attend Evansville forum ahead of May primary
Voters in Indiana’s 8th Congressional District heard from two Democratic candidates, Mary Allen and Tabitha Zeigler Saturday. The provided an opportunity for voters to hear directly from candidates on key issues, including healthcare, the economy, and representation.