Evansville
Indiana USA
Evansville
Indiana USA
Last Updated: Wednesday, October 12, 2005 12:36 PM
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Evansville was recently named an
"All-America City" by the National Civic League at the 55th annual awards
competition in Atlanta. The "All-America City" award is the nation's most
recognized, coveted and respected civic recognition award. |
Some Facts about Evansville:
History
Evansville was born on 200 acres of land purchased from the government in 1812
by Hugh McGary, Jr. McGary enlisted General Robert M. Evans, an attorney and
territorial legislator for whom Evansville was ultimately named, to assist in
incorporating Evansville as a city. Evansville was officially incorporated on
January 27, 1847 and has served as the economic and social hub for the Tri-State
area since that time.
Population
Metropolitan area: 300,000, Vanderburgh County: 165,058, City of Evansville:
126,272
(According to the U.S. 2000 Census)
Time
Unlike the majority of Indiana, Evansville is in the Central Time Zone. The
Evansville area observes Central Standard Time from the last Sunday in October
through the first Sunday in April, and Central Daylight Time the remainder of
the year.
Weather
The average monthly temperature in January is 39 degrees Fahrenheit; in July, 88
degrees Fahrenheit. Rainfall is fairly constant throughout the year with an
annual average of 42.31 inches.
Foreign Currency
Fifth Third Bank will allow immediate credit on all common currency. Old
National Bank will process foreign currency through American Express. Please
allow for 7-10 days turnaround. Integra Bank offers foreign exchange services.
Traffic
Indiana law permits right turns on red following a complete stop, unless a sign
prohibiting this is visible. Left turns on red are legal providing that the turn
is made from a one-way street onto a one-way street. Speed limits are generally
30 mph on city streets and 55 mph on expressways.
Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic beverages may be purchased Monday-Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m.
Purchasers must be 21 years of age. Sunday, liquor is served in most
restaurants, but must be consumed on the premises. Sunday hours for services of
liquor are 12:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Television Stations
Channel 7-WTVW (FOX) (812)
424-7777
Channel 9-WNIN (PBS) (812)
423-2973
Channel 14-WFIE (NBC) (812)
426-1414
Channel 25-WEHT (ABC) (800)
879-8542
Channel 44-WEVV (CBS) (812)
464-4444
Channel 63-WTSN (PAX) (812) 464-4463
Channel 19-WWAZ (WB) (812) 425-1900
Radio Stations
WNIN-FM 88, Classical and
Jazz, (812) 423-2973
WUEV-FM 91.5, Classical and Jazz, (812) 479-2022
WBKR-FM 92.5, Country, (812) 477-6584
WJPS-FM 93.5, Oldies, (812)
424-8284
WTRI-FM 94.9, Country, (812) 425-4226
WSTO-FM 96, Rock and Top 40,
(812) 421-9696
WKDQ-FM 99.5, Country, (812)
422-5995
WBGW-FM 101.5, Christian, (812) 768-5550
WGBF-FM 103, Album-Oriented
Rock, (812) 425-4226
WIKY-FM 104, News/Easy
Listening, (812) 424-8284
WYNG-FM 105, Easy Listening,
(812) 425-4226
WDKS-FM KISS 106.1, Adult
Contemporary, (812) 425-4226
WABX-FM 107.5, Classic Rock,
(812) 424-9229
WGAB-AM 1180-Talk Radio, (812) 425-4226
WGBF-AM 1280, Talk Radio, (812) 425-4226
WVHI-AM 1330, Religious, (812) 425-2221
WEOA-AM 1400, Urban, (812) 424-8864
Newspapers
Evansville Courier & Press,
morning and Sunday paper, 300 E. Walnut Street, (800) 288-3200; switchboard
(812) 424-7711
Magazines
Evansville
Living, a bi-monthly city magazine showcasing the people, businesses, and
community of Evansville. 100 NW Second Street, Suite 203. (812) 426-2115
Web Sites
Indiana
Find! Your Indiana Search Engine.
Educational Institutions
University of Evansville,
1800 Lincoln Avenue, (812) 479-2000,
(800) 423-8633
University of Southern Indiana,
8600 University Boulevard,
(812) 464-8600, (800) 467-1965
Ivy Tech, 3501 First Avenue,
(812) 426-2865, (888) 489-5463
Indiana Business
College, 4601 Theatre Dr., (812) 476-6000
ITT Technical Institute,
10999 Stahl Rd., Newburgh, (812) 858-1600
Evansville-Vanderburgh
School Corporation, 1 S.E. Ninth St., (812) 435-8453
Community College of Indiana,
3501 First Ave., (812) 429-1435
Medical Care
St. Mary's Medical Center
3700 Washington Ave.
Evansville
812-485-4000
Deaconess Hospital
600 Mary St.
Evansville
812-450-3405
Ambulance Services
American Medical Response
807 E. Franklin St.
Evansville
812-428-2211
Law Enforcement
Evansville Police Department
15 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Evansville
812-426-5564 (Information)
911 (Emergency)
Sheriff's Department
5607 U.S. Hwy 41
Evansville
812-435-5307
Indiana State Police
100 N. Senate Ave.
Indiana Government Center North, 3rd Floor
Indianapolis, IN
317-232-8200
For Fun & Family,...
Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve
551 N. Boeke Rd.
812-479-0771
Features:8 tennis courts, 4 basketball courts, sand volleyball, baseball
diamonds, batting cages, shelters, interpretive center, playground, 2 handball
courts, horseshoes, bicycle paths, par 3 golf course
The Ohio River LIVE Cam, in downtown Evansville
Evansville Westside Fall Festival,..
Before & during The Evansville West Side Nut Club Fall Festival 2003 - Setup, etc
Evansville Freedom Festival and Thunder on the Ohio
June 22, 2005 to June 25, 2006
Evansville Ohio River Front
Downtown Evansville
Evansville, IN 47708
Visit the website»
http://www.evansvillefreedomfestival.org
