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EPD arrests serious violent felon in possession of stolen firearm
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A previously convicted serious violent felon arrested in Evansville early Saturday morning after being found in possession of a stolen firearm. Evansville Police say they pulled Colin Minton over at Sunset Park where they found he, along with the passenger, were driving with suspended licenses. They say after a consented search […]
Local Habitat wins KHC Housing Supply Accelerator Award
The Habitat for Humanity of Henderson was one of two organizations in the state recognized by the Kentucky Housing Corporation for its work in accelerating construction of housing in the community. The KHC awarded the local Habitat Thursday with the Housing Supply Accelerator Award, said Matt Reynolds, the local Habitat’s...
Eck is named HAAA’s executive director
Kensington Eck, who has 20 years of experience in the performing arts, has been named the Henderson Area Arts Alliance’s new executive director. Prior to this position, Eck worked as interim director and patron services manager of HAAA, said a release from the organization. “I am thrilled to lead...
Kole Kirkman Captures POWRi Non-Wing Outlaw Micro KKM Challenge Preliminary Night Two Checkers
Marion, IL. (8/23/24) Kole Kirkman would lead all twenty-five laps to win Eibach Racing Preliminary Night Two of the fourth yearly installment of the Keith Kunz Motorsports Challenge presented by Start2Finish TV to claim his first career victory with the POWRi Non-Wing Outlaw Micro League at the outstanding hosting Southern Illinois Raceway.
Updated Closure Dates for Rivertown Trail Bridge in Newburgh Indiana
The closure dates for the Rivertown Trail Bridge in Newburgh, Indiana have been changed. Warranty Repairs Planned for the Rivertown Trail Red Bridge. According to a press release from the Town of Newburgh, the Warrick County Historic Bridge #264, known locally as the Rivertown Trail Red Bridge, will be closed for warranty repairs.
Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament hosted by Danville Horseshoe Club
DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) – The Danville Horseshoe Club will host the 2024 Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament at the Douglas Park Horseshoe Complex, located at 520 S. Bowman in Danville. The event will take place over Labor Day weekend, Friday, August 30 through Sunday, September 1. A total of...
Special Illinois Painting Class Features A Few Celebrity Tie-Ins
I believe this painting class in Illinois will become very popular because of all the celebrity tie-ins to the event. This IL Painting Class Has Connections To A Famous Clown, Actor, And Musician. This is going to be a really fun day in Illinois. It has several tie-ins with famous...
Parker’s 4 RBI & Complete Game Lead ST/WG WildCards Against Central City
St Mary/Willow Grove beat Central City 16-1 in four innings. Raylynn Parker had a great day as she went 3-4 with 4 RBI and 4 runs scored. Devyn Dodillet added 3 hits and 3 RI. Charleigh Garraen, Hayslee Rosol and Amelia Steinkamp each drove in 2 runs. Parker was the winning pitcher going all 4 allowing 4 hits and striking out 5.
Iuka Pirates Beat Spring Garden
Iuka beat Spring Garden at home 11-1 in six innings. For the Pirates, Devan Jennings went 2-3 with 2 RBI and 3 runs scored. Trygg Aaron drove in a run with Vince Krajefska. Aaron was the winning pitcher going 5.1 allowing 5 hits and striking out 10.
Smooth Jazz on the River Festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Cairo, Ill.
CAIRO, Ill. (KFVS) - The 5th Annual Smooth Jazz on the River Festival kicks off over the Labor Day weekend holiday in Cairo. This year’s two-day festival takes place on Sunday, September 1 and Monday, September 2 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Fort Defiance State Park. The...
Felony Charges Dropped Against 2 Ex-Officers Charged In Breonna Taylor Raid
A federal judge has dismissed felony charges against two former Louisville officers who were involved in the deadly raid of Breonna Taylor’s home, per WDRB. Taylor, a 26-year-old Black woman, was shot and killed in her apartment during a flawed no-knock raid on March 13, 2020. Detective Joshua Jaynes...
Local nursing homes cited and fined
The Illinois Department of Public Health announced that it has posted the 2024 Second Quarterly Report of Nursing Home Violations. Five facilities around the state were cited with type “AA” violations of the Nursing Home Care Act during the second quarter of 2024, the most severe type of violation.
Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Meeting
The Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation will meet for the regularly scheduled Board meeting Monday, August 26, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the Board Room of the EVSC Administration Building located at 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN. Board meetings can also be observed by tuning to EVSC’s radio station, 90.7 WPSR or live streamed online at https://www.wpsrhd.com/.
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Illinois’ Endangered Species: These Animals Are On The List
If you've ever wondered if an animal on the endangered species list ever gets off that list, the answer is actually yes. I guess I had never given it much thought, but I'll admit to being somewhat surprised to learn that some animal species have actually found themselves deleted from the database of endangered animals because...well...they started doing a lot better (with a lot of help) when it comes to staying alive.
Illinois Peeps, These $10 Bills Could Be Worth More Than Just Face Value
Just when you thought $10 was only $10. Now, whenever you get one, you'll need to look closer. Believe it or not, that seemingly ordinary $10 bill could hold a value of over $100K. It's a fascinating world of currency we're about to delve into. The U.S. Federal Reserve says...
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