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Greg Van Alst Targets Third Straight Top-10 Finish at Salem Speedway in Mid-Summer Classic 200
ARCA Menards Series veteran Greg Van Alst aims to maintain his recent momentum as he heads to Salem Speedway after a top-10 finish at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. Van Alst secured his fifth top-10 finish of the 2024 season. He is currently second in the ARCA Menards Series championship...
Hoosier residents can earn a free pre-veterinary technology certificate at Vincennes University - here's how
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTHI) - Hoosier students can now earn a tuition-free pre-veterinary technology certificate at Vincennes University. It's through the state's "Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant." The one-year certificate is a stepping stone for starting a career in the industry. It also meets the requirements for applying to Purdue's...
'It's going to be incredible'; Jeffboat finally has a developer for multibillion-dollar redevelopment
JEFFERSONVILLE, Indiana — A prime piece of real estate along the Ohio River in southern Indiana is one step closer to being redeveloped. Jeffersonville Mayor Mike Moore said the American Commercial Barge Lines (ACBL), which owns the nearly 100-acre property, has selected Thrive Companies, an Ohio-based developer, to lead development of the historic Jeffboat property.
RETURN OF THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW!
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW AT THE PLAZA BOX OFFICE OR TICKETMASTER.COM. Evansville, IN – July 26, 2024 – The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the longest-running theatrical release in film history, returns to the Aiken Theatre stage on Sunday, October 13, 2024, for the 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour. Presented in part by 103GBF, fans will enjoy an unforgettable screening of the unedited film, and so much more!
Sheriff gives inside look at new jail progress
GIBSON COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT)- Construction on the new jail and sheriff’s office in Gibson County is nearing completion. The new facility is set to open this fall and is an answer to a federal lawsuit concerning overcrowding at the current jail. “The impression that we are getting from people coming through here is that yeah, […]
Longtime Downtown Newburgh Boutique Announces it is Closing
It's always a bummer to hear about a local business shutting their doors. I grew up in Newburgh, and it always astounds me how much downtown Newburgh has grown and flourished over the years. Now it's filled with unique shops, boutiques, restaurants, and more. It's such a charming little downtown area. For the past 14 years one little boutique has been a popular place to shop, but unfortunately, they announced they will be shutting their doors.
New Addition to Norman Funeral Home Nears Completion
A much-anticipated new addition to Norman Funeral Home is near completion. The expansion will increase the square footage of Norman's garage and offer additional space for the business’ prep room area, according to Funeral Director Ashley Norman. The former garage and storage space that stood on the property had...
EVPL Foundation to host annual Summer Book Sale next weekend
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Foundation will host their annual Summer Book Sale next weekend. Officials say it will take place at Washington Square Mall on Saturday, August 3rd and Sunday, August 4th. Hours of the sale are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m....
Evansville Restaurant Announces Permanent Closure After 46 Years in Business
I've noticed a really sad trend among local businesses lately. Along with a plea to support local, several owners have come very close to throwing in the towel. In the past month, the Evansville area has lost a number of businesses that were still fairly new. The recent announcement of The Pie Pan's impending closure is a stark reminder of the challenges facing small businesses in today's economy.
Northmarq closes sale of industrial facility on 74 acres in Indiana
Northmarq’s Commercial Investment Sales team of Colin Couch, Jason Powell, Brian Ritchie and Tyler McCain brokered the sale of a single-tenant industrial asset in Bedford, Indiana, leased to Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC). The property is situated on approximately 74 acres at 3120 16th St. in Bedford. Northmarq represented...
Road diet coming to Willow street
Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) officials heard public comment on a proposed road diet for State Road 441 in Vincennes on Thursday. Several turned out to hear the plan and voice concerns. A road diet typically involves converting an existing four-lane undivided roadway to a three-lane roadway consisting of two...
Local doctor publishes third book
Local physician Dr. Richard Moss has published The Empire of Eunuchs: How the Republican Party Betrayed America. The book describes the failure of Republicans to confront the Left and the Democrat Party from a conservative, America-first perspective. Rather than challenge the vicious Left and meet sword with sword, Republicans have...
Evansville-area Verizon Wireless stores gifting free backpacks to local families
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - If your child needs a backpack, Verizon is giving away hundreds of them this weekend. It’s their 12th annual “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway”. The giveaway will start at 1p.m., but employees say they expect lines to form before the event starts. Some of...
See schedule times for Lilly King and Jackie Young at Paris Olympics
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Olympics are underway, and here in the Tri-State, fans will be cheering on some local athletes. As you plan your Olympic watch times, we have some scheduling to share, (all in Central time). Evansville’s Lilly King has her first race on Sunday:. Sunday. -...
Chick-fil-A Announces New Newburgh Restaurant, Opening Aug. 1
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WEVV)— A new Chick-fil-A restaurant will begin serving the Newburgh community on Thursday, August 1st. Chick-fil-A, Inc. has selected Rich Stierwalt as the independent franchised local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Newburgh. A southern Indiana native, Stierwalt is thrilled to open a second location in a place he’s called...
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