John Martin

Evansville

Senior writer, Evansville Living. @WKU alumnus. Hardcore @Reds and classic rock fan. Please be kind to others. [email protected].

Articles

Survivor Stories

1 week ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

May 8 marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, also known as VE Day, when the U.S. and its World War II allies formally accepted Germany’s unconditional surrender. Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library’s Central Branch, 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., has a trove of materials related to this period in history, including numerous first-person remembrances of the Holocaust. For starters, the branch’s Indiana Room has about 120 testimonials that were mostly recorded in the 1990s.
On A Mission

1 week ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

When I check my email and see a video message from Brad Kieserman, national vice president of Disaster Operations and Logistics for the American Red Cross, I take particular notice. That’s because I’m a Red Cross volunteer who accepts two-week assignments to disasters around the country. Kieserman’s infrequent messages portend a significant need for help.
A Gateway to Fun

2 weeks ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

St. Louis, Missouri’s role as the “Gateway to the West” is exemplified by the Gateway Arch, the iconic steel structure towering 630 feet above the city’s Mississippi River bank and visible from miles around. But Gateway Arch National Park is more than the architectural marvel itself. The park’s 91 acres commemorate President Thomas Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation and St. Louis’ role as a focal point. This was the area, after all, where U.S. Army Capt.
Worth Every Slice

4 weeks ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

Make no mistake — Evansville loves cracker crust-style pizza, or una pizza as some call it, and it’s a flavor that many city residents call their own. Diners in the River City love this thin and tasty variety — with its meats, veggies, or even pineapple or tomato slices packed on top, mingling alongside or beneath the cheese.
Where We Play

4 weeks ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

The not-too-large and not-too-small personality of Evansville suits the city well in recreation. There are lots of amenities to enjoy, as well as vast areas to experience nature. Here’s a look at some of the ways to enjoy outdoor and indoor recreational activities. Pickleball and tennisWhether you’re part of the nationwide pickleball craze or just starting out, you can enjoy the city’s year-old outdoor complex with 16 courts at Wesselman Park.
Devilishly Good

1 month ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

Searching for something new to bring to your next family potluck? Don’t reinvent the wheel — just put a twist on an old favorite. Popularly served as hors d’oeuvres during Easter feasts, deviled eggs are worshipped for their ease of making. But that doesn’t mean they have to be basic. Armed with an array of colorful veggies and tangy seasonings, guests can indulge their sweet and savory sides, one bite at a time.
A New Approach to Care

1 month ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

Deaconess Health System is building a first-of-its-kind facility for the Evansville region, where emergency room care and urgent care happen at the same site. Opening in 2026 and celebrated with a groundbreaking April 9, the Deaconess ER & Urgent Care at North Green River and Lynch roads will eliminate the need for patients to self-diagnose the treatment scenario they need, Deaconess physicians say.
Driving Forces

1 month ago | evansvilleliving.com | Jodi Keen |John Martin

IN the same way Evansville is a hub for health care, retail shopping, dining, and entertainment, it also is a regional capital for automotive sales. It’s not just about the city’s centralized spot on the map: More than 100 lots offer the latest models, a wide range of makes, used cars, and luxury rides. Many bolstering body shops and repair services.
Medical Maneuvers

1 month ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

Tri-State Orthopaedics now has two in-state partner companies, forming one of the 10 largest independent orthopedic practices in the U.S. A mid-2025 merger of the 75-year- old Evansville-based physician group, OrthoIndy in Indianapolis, and Fort Wayne Orthopedics will create OrthoIndiana. It will operate across 39 locations statewide, with 160 physicians and more than 1,800 staff members.
‘Everything’s an Upside from Here’

1 month ago | evansvilleliving.com | John Martin

Ben Trockman is a transformative force. According to his friends and colleagues, he’s motivated and passionate yet affable and genuinely positive. He uses those assets to his advantage as he works to effect change in Evansville. “I’m just a driven person in general, and I want to do good in the world,” Trockman says. For nearly two decades, the 36-year-old has advocated for accessibility and inclusion in public projects and private corporations for people with disabilities.