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Vincennes skate park completes renovations
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— The city of Vincennes will be celebrating the completion of their newly renovated skate park this weekend. After years of planning and renovations the park is now ready for skaters to enjoy. After years of wear on the old park, the city decided it was time for a change. The skate park […]
Arrest made after EPD find bags of crack cocaine in a moped
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An Evansville man is facing drug charges after police say they found multiple bags of crack cocaine in his moped. Evansville Police say Robert Esters Jr. was pulled over allegedly failing to signal a turn on the road. During a search of Esters’ moped, a clear baggie containing what appeared to […]
Heart of Jasper Presents Courtyard and Activity Trail Plans
Late Monday afternoon, the Jasper Park and Recreation board met to discuss the proposed Courtyard and Activity Trail and to develop a long-term plan for its ongoing maintenance. Heart of Jasper gave the board a presentation and a project overview of the proposed Courtyard and Activity Trail planned for 4...
Indiana AG seeking up to $1.5M in damages from former Evansville Parks director
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A former Evansville Parks director serving a sentence for misappropriating funds and counterfeiting invoices could have to pay almost $1 million in damages. Brian Holtz was convicted last year on 12 counts after investigators identified dozens of incidents that involved Holtz submitting counterfeited invoices, involving more...
Former UK swimmer Riley Gaines Barker speaks on transgender policies at republican dinner
On Tuesday night, former University of Kentucky swimmer Riley Gaines Barker was in Union County speaking at the Republican Party's Lincoln Dinner. She's made national headlines after criticizing Transgender athletes in women's sports and touched on the policies during the event. The women's sports activist is speaking on the question she says she hears often: "How did we get here?".
USPS Warns IN Residents Alarming New Scam Wipes Out Bank Accounts
Many Indiana residents rely on the United States Postal Service (USPS) as a trusted service to deliver daily mail and packages. Unfortunately, scammers are preying on that trust and USPS has warned Indiana residents that thieves are using new tactics to clear cash out of bank accounts. USPS Warns IN...
Everyone in Indiana May Have Had Social Security Number Stolen
This is some scary news for anyone who lives in Indiana. Your social security number may have been stolen. Everyone knows that a social security number is a very private thing. You never want to give that out to anyone. Granted, there are times when you have to give it out to prove your identity for financial purposes, but in general, the rule of thumb is to never give that information to anyone. Your social security card, in the hands of the wrong person, could cause a lot of problems for you that you really don't want to deal with.
‘UnPHILtered’ | Helping veterans find careers in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A local nonprofit aims to help veterans start careers in Indiana. They’re called INvets. The group says they’ve helped relocate hundreds of veterans to the Hoosier state. News 8’s Phil Sanchez goes UnPHILtered Wednesday with CEO Sarah Harrison to talk more about the group’s efforts
Indiana’s Corn Checkoff Spends Summer Promoting Ethanol
The ninth annual Shift S3ctor Indy Airstrip Attack wrapped up a weekend of racing at the Marion Municipal Airport on Sunday. Yet, this was only one of several projects aimed at expanding the reach of ethanol to consumers across the state by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council (ICMC) this summer.
You Won’t Believe What is the Hottest City in Indiana
It's been a very hot summer in Indiana this year. You might be surprised to find out which Indiana city is the hottest in the entire state. It's no secret that we have had one of the hottest summers on record in 2024. The heat was especially bad here in southern Indiana. We've seen temperatures in the 90s several days in a row this summer, and that doesn't even include the humidity and heat index. There were quite a few days where the heat index was in the triple digits. It was miserable outside! All of that being said, it was a very hot summer, but do you think you know what the hottest city in Indiana is?
Men's Soccer lands second in HCAC Preseason Poll
2024 campaign gets underway with an exhibition match on August 19 at the University of Evansville. – The Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference has announced the results of the 2024 Men's Soccer Preseason Poll voted on by the league's 10 coaches. The Hanover Panthers landed second overall with 67 points and...
Indiana unschooling parents push for child-led learning, but some worry about lax regulation
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Kori Simmons teaches her children at home, but doesn’t follow a curriculum. She doesn’t give many written tests or traditional homework. And she provides lots of educational flexibility for each child. On Monday, the Shelbyville mom might focus on Native American culture. She’ll play her […]
Over $41,500 Raised Locally For Children's Miracle Network
Over $41,500 was raised locally for the Children’s Miracle Network. Walmart in Salem raised over $40,000, and the Salem Fire Department raised $1,500. Children’s Miracle Network raises funds for 170 children’s hospitals that support the health of 12 million kids each year. All monies raised at the...
U.S. District Court dismisses ACLU lawsuit against controversial higher education bill
INDIANAPOLIS — A U.S. District Court judge approved the Hoosier state’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana to block portions of Senate Enrolled Act 202, a higher education and tenure-related bill. ACLU of Indiana said the suit, which was originally filed in May, sought to “protect the […]
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