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Loogootee Fire Department Hosts 3rd Annual Fire Run Fundraiser This Saturday
The 3rd annual Loogootee Fire Run, sponsored by the Loogootee Fire Department, is set for this Saturday. Fire Chief Eric Thomas says the event is a great opportunity for the department to raise funds and meet the community. Thomas went on to give us the details for Saturday’s event…
Garden of the Gods will be closed for at least 2 weeks
A construction project will temporarily close the popular hiking and recreation area known as Garden of the Gods, according to officials with the Shawnee National Forest. Beginning July 29, pavement projects will shut down a majority of service roads and parking lots at Garden of the Gods. The closing includes Pharaoh Campground, which...
Beyond the Call of Duty honors Sgt. Heather Glenn
TELL CITY Ind. (WEHT) – Citizens gathered at City Hall to meet the nonprofit organization, Beyond the Call of Duty. Many reflected on Tell City’s own Sgt. Heather Glenn who made the ultimate sacrifice in 2023. Chief of Police, Derrick Lawalin says, “I’m sure there’s probably some that feel like it’s it’s kind of a constant […]
‘It’s absolutely sickening’: Child molester found guilty in Vanderburgh County
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A man is facing prison time after being found guilty of molesting a child in Evansville. Prosecutor Diana Moers says a jury decided Oscar Rax Xi was guilty of two counts of Child Molesting, a Level 1 and Level 4 Felony. Last year, officials say Holly’s...
Summerween fun awaits in downtown Orleans
ORLEANS – Get ready for a spooky good time this Saturday, July 27th. The town of Orleans is hosting a “Summerween” event that promises fun for the whole family. The festivities start at 5:30 p.m. with a thrilling Historic Orleans Scavenger Hunt. Participants will embark on a quest to discover hidden treasures around town, starting at the bandstand. Complete the hunt and win a FREE ice cream from Hometown Scoops.
Evansville man allegedly wanted to impress a girl with his drug supply
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An Evansville man who allegedly claimed he wanted to impress a girl with his supply is facing multiple drug charges. Evansville Police says Matthew Raley was pulled over after failing to make a complete stop at a stop sign and the vehicle allegedly had an “overwhelming” odor of marijuana. After putting […]
Evansville City Council votes against recovery housing growth in Bayard Park neighborhood
EVANSVILLE — The Evansville City Council voted against two rezoning requests Monday that would have allowed a pair of recovery houses to add more residents. The requests to rezone 971 E. Blackford Ave. and 819 E. Powell Ave. have been a topic of conversation for months for the council, with Bayard Park-area neighbors expressing concern over the number of residents in recovery living in their neighborhood. ...
Multiple arrests made following two-year drug investigation in Evansville
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Investigators with the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force say an investigation into narcotics trafficking has resulted in multiple arrests this week. According to an affidavit, EVCDTF began investigating Dionta Goodwin’s trafficking activities throughout Vanderburgh County over the last two years. On July 22, detectives conducted search warrants at residences in the […]
Felony warrant arrest on MLK and Walnut in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – A heavy police presence has been spotted in Downtown Evansville conducting a felony warrant. Michael Gannon with DEA confirms the agency’s involvement in the stop and says the suspect arrested was Matthew Sparrow Multiple agencies are on scene including the Evansville Police Department, Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement […]
AT&T holding hiring event in Evansville call center with $2,500 signing bonus
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — AT&T will be holding a hiring event in Evansville, with an extra incentive for interested applicants. AT&T will be hosting its next hiring event on Thursday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The company says it's hoping to fill 200 full-time customer service...
Playground fire caused by semi pulling down power lines, police say
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police have pulled over a semi on the Lloyd Expressway in the midst of a hit and run and fire investigation. Police say witnesses reported seeing a semi hit a pole and pull down some wires near Westside Catholic School. That’s near Glendale and Emerson....
Evansville man convicted of two murders sentenced to 110 years
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Another suspect in a double-murder investigation out of Evansville has been sentenced to prison. John Parker was sentenced to prison on Tuesday after previously being found guilty of two counts of murder by a jury. Tuesday, Parker was sentenced to serve 110 years in prison...
Evansville City Council denies rezoning sober living homes
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – In a 7-1 vote, Now Counseling’s request to rezone two of it’s houses comes to a screeching halt. Shona Jarboe and Angie Bullock live near the sober living homes, one is on Powell and the other is on Blackford facing Kentucky Avenue and they say they are pleased with the decision. […]
Clark County EMS board proposes new primary ambulance provider
The Clark County EMS board has approved a proposal for a new primary provider for services across the county, amid concerns about New Chapel EMS’ ability to uphold its contract. The plan calls for New Chapel to remain on as a secondary provider.
Residents Asked to Take Survey Regarding Owner-Occupied Rehab Program
The City of Lawrenceburg is applying for grant funding through OCRA. (Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - The City of Lawrenceburg is applying for grant funding through the Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) for an Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation program. This program would fund improvements to owner-occupied homes within the city limits. Under...
Prep sports: Former Verona AD Joel Zimba heading to Evansville University
Joel Zimba is stepping down as the Verona Area High School Director of Athletics after being hired for an athletic administrative role at the University of Evansville. Evansville announced on social media on Wednesday, July 17, the hiring of Zimba as executive deputy athletic director for external relations. Zimba spent five years as the Verona AD.
2024 Miss Vanderburgh County Fair named
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- With the the first night of the Vanderburgh County Fair in the books, a new queen has been crowned. Rachel Pohl was given the title of 2024 Miss Vanderburgh County Fair during the Fair Queen Pageant event at the fair on Monday night. Rachel also received the Miss Congeniality award as voted […]
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