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CenterPoint Energy fined nearly $2 million for federal, Indiana pipeline violations
EVANSVILLE — CenterPoint Energy Indiana has agreed to pay a penalty of nearly $2 million to the state of Indiana for violations of federal pipeline law. The utility will pay $1,997,500 to the state's general fund, none of which can be recovered through customer rates, according to an Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission report issued last week. CenterPoint also waived its right to a public hearing in the process. ...
New Indiana law designed to reduce chronic absenteeism could lead to more parent prosecutions
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.This story was written by journalists at the Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism at Indiana University in partnership with Chalkbeat Indiana.After the death of her parents, an Indianapolis student’s attendance began to lapse — her guardians were busy, and school became a lower priority.Monarca Academy administrators talked to her guardians, and they promised she’d make it to school. But absences continued to stack up and Francisco Valdiosera, executive director of Monarca Academy, referred the case to the Department...
Indiana’s First Donut and Beer Festival Is Happening in Evansville this October
This family-friendly festival celebrates breakfast and brews. Over the past several years, we've seen the popularity of food-based festivals skyrocket. Evansville is no stranger to hosting festivals surrounding different types of food. And there's something unique about being able to go to one place and try out different variations on your favorite food or beverage. One festival heading to Evansville is very unique as it celebrates breakfast and brews.
Hanover Football Second in Pre-Season HCAC Poll
CARMEL, Ind. – The Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) announced the results of the Football preseason poll, with the Mount St. Joseph University Lions picked to take first place in a vote amongst league coaches. The Lions from Mount St. Joseph took the first-place slot with 36 points and...
Court orders Evansville diner owner to pay $390K in back wages and damages
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The U.S. Department of Labor has ordered a diner owner in Evansville to pay almost $400,000 in back wages and damages to 44 employees. According to a press release, the payment will resolve litigation brought after the department’s investigation found the diner operated an invalid top pool, denied workers overtime and retaliated against employees who cooperated with investigators.
Southwest adds new nonstop flight to start just before spring break travel
Southwest will add a daily nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Nashville starting on March 6, 2025, the company announced Thursday. Airport executives praised the addition of the flight, saying it is a result of market demand seen by the Indianapolis economic community. “We’ve been pursuing this nonstop flight with Southwest for over...
Work underway to restore 107-year-old bowling pavilion outside West Baden Springs Hotel
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- French Lick Resort posted a video on Facebook this week showing the progress inside the historic Billiard & Bowling Pavilion. The pavilion, on the grounds of the West Baden Springs Hotel, is set to have six bowling lanes as well, along with billiards tables. There will...
Indiana woman gets a year in prison for stealing $150,000 in donations from Jasper healthcare nonprofit
JASPER, Ind. — A southern Indiana woman will spend the next year in federal prison after pleading guilty to stealing over $150,000 from a local healthcare nonprofit. Michele M. Rose, 62, of Jasper, was sentenced this week to 366 days in federal prison and a year of supervised release after previously pleading guilty to five […]
Indiana’s Regency Properties makes three personnel moves
Evansville, Indiana-based Regency Properties hired one new lease administration professional and promoted two other employees. Jan Matheson has joined the Regency team in the role of Leasing Administration Coordinator. She will report to Lisa Parsons, Senior Manager of Lease Administration, and coordinate the documentation of new leases, renewals, and other documents that flow through the lease administration department. Matheson will also assist in lease compliance. Most recently Matheson held the position of Licensed Title Agent/Closer for Capstone Title Partners. She holds a master’s degree from the University of Indiana and has a Bachelor of Science in Communications from the University of Evansville.
EPD: Three charged with organized theft after walking out of store with 73 unpurchased items
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Three people are facing organized theft charges in Evansville after police say they walked out of the store with dozens of items they didn't pay for. Officers were called to the Walmart on the city's east side on Wednesday to investigate a theft. Police say...
Vincennes University Names new Athletic Director
John Meeks, currently the Athletic Director at Big Bend Community College in Washington, has been appointed as the new Director of Intercollegiate Athletics at Vincennes University (VU). The announcement was made during a recent Board of Trustees meeting. A news release says Meeks brings a wealth of experience to VU,...
Mitchell leaders see potential for downtown revitalization after touring Huntingburg’s downtown
HUNTINGBURG – As construction of the Monon South Trail has begun in Mitchell, city leaders are eying the trail as a spark to revitalize the downtown. The Mitchell trailhead will be near Main Street and will bring trail users into downtown to walk or bike the trail. Earlier this...
Mid-States Corridor could make century-old farm disappear
HUNTINGBURG, Ind. (WEHT) – The LCBar Farm in southern Dubois County has been in Cathy Wagner’s family for 111 years. And while they are looking back to celebrate their accomplishments over the past century, they are looking ahead to a future filled with uncertainty. The farm sits on more than 400 acres adjacent to the […]
Goodwill hosts Grand Opening for new store
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- After a lengthy construction period, the old Sears store at Washington Square mall is set to re-open with a new purpose. The building has been transformed into a Goodwill store and a ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 8:45 this morning, ahead of the store’s Grand Opening. Vendors and food trucks […]
The citizens of Sellersburg pull out all the stops during annual Sellersburg Celebrates event
SELLERSBURG, In. (WDRB) -- The city of Sellersburg has had something to celebrate for more than 30 years. WDRB's Keith Kaiser joined some folks who are proud of their community. Sellersburg Celebrates began in 1990 with a small group of community leaders looking to bring the community together. The celebration...
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