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‘Make it make sense!’ cries driver who woke up to tow truck hooking up Ford – she owed nothing and reply was ‘sketchy’
FIREWORKS erupted on social media earlier this month when a driver watched a tow truck attempt to remove her car from her own driveway. The outburst came after the social media user posted about the experience on the Fourth of July. “How is everyone’s 4th of July going,” Kentucky resident Patsy Pierce began on her […]
Jackie Young, Team USA dominate Japan in their first Olympic match
PRINCETON, Ind. (WFIE) - Princeton’s favorite basketball star has helped Team USA beat their first opponent at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The Tri-State native and gold medalist didn’t get very much playing time in the first half, but still got in a free throw, drew a foul and a steal.
Memorial Hospital nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and accelerating recovery times. Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold...
Three charged after man shot in head, other victims shot at in Knox County
VINCENNES, Ind. (WEVV) — Three people have now been charged after a shooting involving multiple victims in Knox County. Back on July 24, we told you that 18-year-old Calvin Wittmer had been arrested and charged with murder after a deadly shooting and that police were still investigating another shooting that sent one man to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the head.
Jasper’s Uebelhor earns third career MLF win at Phoenix Bass Fishing League event at Lake Monroe
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Boater Nick Uebelhor of Jasper, Indiana, caught a five-bass limit weighing 15 pounds, 12 ounces, Saturday to win the Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on Lake Monroe. The tournament was the fourth event of the season for the BFL Hoosier Division. Uebelhor earned $6,294, including the lucrative $2,500 Phoenix MLF Contingency Bonus, for his victory.
Oolitic woman arrested after man dials 911
OOLITIC – An Oolitic woman was arrested after a warrant was issued for her arrest after a report of a domestic dispute on Thursday, July 11. Police arrested 34-year-old Heather Acton on charges of domestic battery in the presence of a minor under the age of 16, and intimidation with a deadly weapon.
2 women hit by 18-year-old driver on SR-46 in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Two women are recovering in central Indiana hospitals after being hit over the weekend by a driver on State Road 46 in Columbus. Columbus Police Department crews were called around 9:30 p.m. Sunday to W. Jonathan Moore Pike just east of Two Mile House Road for a car crash involving two pedestrians. […]
Skyline Chili restaurant in New Albany closing this week
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A Skyline Chili in southern Indiana will close this week, according to restaurant employees. The restaurant located at 3505 Grant Line Road will be open through Wednesday, it's final day of operation. An employee at Skyline confirmed the closure to WDRB News on Sunday evening. Skyline...
Junior All-Star Jack Smiley will leave Valparaiso for La Lumiere for senior season
Another top Indiana high school basketball player is leaving for prep school. Jack Smiley, a left-handed point guard and Junior All-Star, announced on his social media accounts Monday that he is headed to La Lumiere in La Porte for his senior season. He will team up with former Fishers standout Jalen Haralson, who...
Eldorado hospital deals with flooding again
ELDORADO, Ill. (KBSI) – Staff at a hospital in Eldorado, Illinois are dealing with flooding again after severe storms Sunday night. “Despite our best preparatory efforts, we experienced some water intrusion in limited areas of our building, primarily affecting our Emergency Department and clinic entrance areas,” according to a post on the hospital’s website. “Our dedicated staff responded quickly to address the situation, and we’ve already initiated cleanup procedures and have called in experts to assess any potential damage. Rest assured, we’re taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety and integrity of our facility. We remain committed to providing high-quality care to our community and will keep you updated on any developments that might affect your upcoming appointments. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to address this situation. Your safety and well-being remain our top priority.”
Identities of two men killed in boat crash in Falls of Rough released
The identities of the two men who perished in a boat crash in Falls of Rough have been released. David N. Stomberger, 46, of Crestwood, and Eric P. Derloshon, 51, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, were both killed in the crash that happened Sunday morning at approximately 12:30 when a bass boat, containing two Grayson County men, crashed into a pontoon boat containing several people on Rough River Lake in the Cave Creek area of the park.
Michigan City Area Schools Teacher Susan Shell Named Top 25 Finalist for Indiana Teacher of the Year
Michigan City Area Schools teacher Susan Shell is among the Top 25 finalists for the Indiana Teacher of the Year. Shell is a kindergarten teacher at Marsh Elementary. She has taught at the kindergarten level for 17 years – 16 of them for MCAS. In order to create life-long...
Hopkins County Schools to host Back to School Bash
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WEVV) — Hopkins County Schools announced they will be hosting a Back to School Bash. The Back to School Community Resource Bash will be held on Thursday, Aug. 1, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Victory Church in Madisonville. The event will have vendor tables with...
Evansville-area food news: 8 bites of food news for you this week
EVANSVILLE − We're bringing you Tri-State restaurant happenings and food news you need to know. Here's the latest. New by-the-slice pizza shop will open in food court The Big-Ass Slice Shop, a new restaurant in the Main Street Food & Beverage Food Hall, will open sometime in August. Check out the Facebook page for photos...
Kentucky Ave. back open after gas leak
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - more than two dozens homes in Evansville were evacuated earlier Monday due to a gas leak. It happened around 11 a.m. on Stanley Avenue, just off North Kentucky Avenue. Fire crews say a construction workers hit a gas line. CenterPoint utility crews shut off power in...
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