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Nursing homes report payment disruption under managed care
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — Jeff Huffman and other nursing home operators in the state say they haven’t been paid for their work since the state transitioned to managed care for certain Medicaid services on July 1 — marking two weeks in limbo for providers in the PathWays to Aging program. “Basically, we rely on Medicaid reimbursements to keep our […]
KSP: Portion of I-69 to close for deadly crash investigation
WEBSTER CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Kentucky State Police will shut down part of Interstate 69 to learn more about a deadly crash. Authorities say 25-year-old Krista Brune of Evansville was killed when she crashed early Wednesday morning near Slaughters. According to a news release, she crashed her car into a...
Evansville Land Bank Corporation Meeting
A. Tabled App – 1320, 1322, 1324 N Fifth Ave – garden. B. Tabled App – 2775, 2777, 2779, 2783 Broadway Ave – container home. C. 106 Jefferson Ave – approval of exterior elevation and Development. Agreement. V. New Business. A. Pest Control Services at...
University of Evansville will soon make way for “Legacy Project” campus amenities
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — The University of Evansville will soon make way for a gathering space on campus in what’s called the “Legacy Project.” In just a few weeks, construction crews will demolish five university-owned homes on Frederick Street and build an outdoor patio, two sand volleyball courts, a basketball court and some hammocks “It’s […]
What's the goal of Explore Evansville's planned land purchase? Here's what to know.
EVANSVILLE — Nearly 67 acres of farmland could be added to Explore Evansville's portfolio in Northern Vanderburgh County, but what its use hasn't been decided yet. The Vanderburgh County Council approved nearly $1.1 million for the purchase of two parcels of land near the Deaconess Sports Park and Goebel Sports Park. There...
Sorenson: Changes to Evansville 'weed ordinance' will benefit nature
Gone are the citations and fines previously leveled against Evansville residents who chose to enhance the environment and support wildlife by landscaping with native plants. In a unanimous decision July 8, the City Council adopted changes to the so-called “weed ordinance” that once prohibited vegetation more than nine inches tall.
Joel Zimba named Executive Deputy AD for External Relations for UE Athletics
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Evansville Director of Athletics Dr. Kenneth “Ziggy” Siegfried has announced the hiring of Joel Zimba as the Executive Deputy Athletics Director for External Relations. Zimba joins the Purple Aces following a 5-year stint as the District Director of Athletics & Activities at Verona (Wisc.) Area School District.
Here's where you can get free school supplies in the Evansville/Tri-State area
The start of the 2024-25 school year is just around the corner for a lot of local communities, and one of the big tasks before the first day is loading up on supplies a child needs for the classroom. It can be a big expense, but several companies, churches and...
Jackson senior commits to Evansville baseball
The Jackson High School baseball program continues the tradition of having a future Division I player leading the team. Rising senior Cooper Rhodes announced on social media on Thursday, July 18, his commitment to the University of Evansville. The Purple Aces went 39-26 and won the Missouri Valley Conference championship, and the Greenville Regional before falling to Tennessee, the eventual national champions, in a three-game Super Regional.
Screaming Eagles dazzle in summer showcase
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – The University of Southern Indiana (USI) basketball teams hit the hardwood Wednesday night. Fans were able to get an inside look at both men’s and women’s Screaming Eagle squads in the middle of summer workouts. Women’s basketball head coach Rick Stein and his group are coming off one of the best […]
Accident involving bicycle reported on St. Joe Avenue
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Vanderburgh County Dispatch says that emergency crews are responding to an accident with injuries in the area of St. Joseph Avenue and Wimberg Road. Officials say that the accident involved a bicycle and that the southbound direction of St. Joseph Avenue was closed for a portion of time, but is now open. […]
Simmons Resigns as Bulldog Baseball Coach
After 8 seasons, Justin Simmons has stepped down as head coach of the Carmi-White County baseball team. Simmons took over as head coach after the resignation of Craig Winter before the 2017 season. In his first season at the helm, the Bulldogs won an IHSA 2A Regional Title. In 8...
Vanderburgh Health Department to host back-to-school vaccine clinic this month
EVANSVILLE — Qualifying families hoping to take care of back-to-school vaccines will have a chance at the end of July. The Vanderburgh County Health Department is hosting a Back-to-School Immunization Clinic, sponsored by MDWise, from 2:30 to 6 p.m. on July 30, onsite at 420 Mulberry St. There will also be school supplies, food and vendors available.
Here are this week's Vanderburgh County food and restaurant inspection reports
Food service and restaurant inspections are performed by the Vanderburgh County Health Department. The date listed in each record is the date the inspection occurred. Tokyo Japan, 3000 N Green River Road, June 12, Three non-critical violations: Walk-in in need of repair. Observed leak in roof, Woman’s restroom sink in need of repair, Hood system in need of cleaning.
Jarred Howard steps down after 24 years as Forest Park baseball coach
FERDINAND, Ind. — Jarred Howard has a simple reason for this decision even if it was among the toughest he's made. The Forest Park baseball coach announced he is stepping down after 24 seasons in charge. He routinely had one of the top programs in the Pocket Athletic Conference and leaves as the...
Girl hospitalized after being thrown 'headfirst' from ride at Indiana county fair: report
DUBOIS COUNTY, Ind. (WKRC) - A girl was reportedly hospitalized after being thrown from a ride at an Indiana county fair. According to The Kansas City Star, the carnival rides at the Dubois County 4-H Fair in Huntingburg, Indiana have all been shut down following an incident that resulted in the injury of a young girl. Per the publication, witnesses said the girl was left injured after she was thrown from a ride.
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