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STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
Woman arrested in shots fired investigation in Owensboro
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - A 37-year-old Owensboro woman was arrested in a shots fired investigation in Owensboro. According to police, officers were called to Arizona Court for that investigation and spoke with witnesses on scene. One witness told officers a man and a woman with a gun were arguing. Then,...
Beshear, Vance spat over Appalachia oversimplifies the region, experts say
A public spat between Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance and Democratic vice presidential hopeful Andy Beshear has put Appalachia in the spotlight, with some asking who gets to claim the region's identity. But as the two trade jabs, it's unclear what effect the debate could have on election outcomes — or whether...
USI Baseball hires Derek Beasley as assistant coach
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - University of Southern Indiana Baseball Head Coach Chris Ramirez announced the addition of Derek Beasley to his staff as an assistant coach. Beasley will be responsible for the coaching the pitchers. “Derek is one of the top up and coming pitching coaches in college baseball,” said...
10th season of Sunrise School Spirit announced
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - For ten years Sunrise School Spirit has made an impact in our local community. Area high schools have gone all out collecting food for the Tri-State Food Bank. Now, Sunrise School Spirit is back for the 2024 season, and this year we have a big goal!
Tri-State athletes to compete today
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Two Tri-State athletes are in Olympic competition today. Princeton native, Jackie Young and the Team USA Women’s Basketball will play at 2:00 p.m. and Evansville native, Lilly King will swim in the 100 meter breaststroke finals, scheduled for 2:25 p.m. today. Lilly King is also set to compete in the 200 meter […]
Receipts show increase in Indiana school supply cost
AVON, Ind. (WISH) — The average amount a family will spend on school supplies this year has increased to $918, according to the National Retail Federation. That’s $28 more than last year’s number. That change is felt across Indiana as parents gear up to send their kids back to school this week and in the […]
Rollover crash traps driver in Ft. Branch
GIBSON CO., Ind. (WFIE) - Fort Branch Fire crews were called to a rollover crash. It happened early Sunday morning near State Road 168. Officials say at least one person was still in the car when they got there. They say that person was turned over to Gibson County EMS.
Porch catches fire in Ft. Branch
GIBSON CO., Ind. (WFIE) - In Gibson County, the Fort Branch Fire Department and Haubstadt Fire Territory were called out to a porch fire. It happened Friday evening. Officials say when they got there, the whole porch was on fire and was getting close to a building. They say it...
Juvenile arrested on an attempted murder charge
PERRY CO. – On Saturday, July 27, a dispute between two groups of juveniles resulted in the arrest of a juvenile male from Kentucky on a charge of attempted murder and several other felony offenses. Sometime around 8:00 p.m., the Perry County Sheriff’s Department deputies responded to Rainbow Lake...
One injured in roll over crash
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Fort Branch Firefighters were dispatched to a roll over accident on Sunday morning. When emergency crews arrived, they found a driver trapped inside a car. Firefighters cut the driver out of the vehicle before handing them over to EMS for treatment. The driver’s injuries are unknown at this time.
Popular North Side Restaurant Closing For Good
What’s being called the ever-changing economy is being blamed for the imminent closure of an Evansville restaurant and bakery. Owners of Pie Pan Restaurant said Friday that they will close forever on September 1. The business’s Facebook page featured a post saying there will be a memory wall inside...
Volksfest Kicks Off This Thursday
Germania Mannerchor’s 62nd annual Volksfest is this Thursday through Saturday. Plenty of German food will include bratwurst, pig knuckles, and their famous kraut balls. There’s also music and dancing with popular German bands. Opening ceremonies include tapping the first beer keg at 6:00 on Thursday evening. Kids Corner...
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