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Labor Day DUI Enforcement Continues
Labor Day weekend is approaching, and law enforcement continues their “Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, which started on August 16. The Vincennes Police Department and Knox County Sheriff’s Office are issuing a clear warning to drivers as they intensify efforts to reduce impaired driving. This annual end-of-summer campaign, running through September 2, involves increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints to target those driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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...
Hart Street Sidewalks Next Step in Corridor Improvements
Even though the “road diet” part of Hart Street was done this summer, another part is about to get started. The City of Vincennes plans a sidewalk upgrade for part of Hart Street soon. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum expects work to finish sidewalking Hart Street in 2025. The...
VUVB’s quest for four straight Region titles begins tomorrow
VINCENNES, Ind. – The Fall 2024 Vincennes University Volleyball season is set to begin Thursday, Aug. 22 when the Trailblazers open the season at the Physical Education Complex against Wabash Valley College. This is the first of three straight Region 24 games for the Blazers to begin the season...
Evansville Woman Reaches Plea On Domestic Battery Charge
A woman charged with domestic battery using a deadly weapon will serve no more time in jail. Tamatha Lant pled guilty to misdemeanor domestic battery in court on Wednesday. In May Vanderburgh County Deputies were dispatched to Emma Drive. The victim, Kenneth Myers told deputies that Lant attacked him with...
Robin is a Parvo Survivor Superpup – He’s Available at Warrick Humane Society
I got a really sad email email today from Warrick Humane Society. A puppy that we have featured before as a pet of the week is still at the shelter and is now considered their longest resident!. When Robin Egg, Coconut Nest, and Cotton Candy arrived at WHS, they had...
Christmas (Parade) Time’s A-Comin’ in Washington
Christmas time is still a ways into the future, but the Daviess County Christmas Parade Committee has announced plans for its 2024 Christmas Parade. It will once again be a lighted parade and will take place on Saturday, December 7th beginning at 6:00 p.m. This year’s parade theme is “Christmas...
Old Courthouse Catacombs moving to new location due to radon levels in building
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - One of Evansville’s Halloween staples will have a new home this fall. The Old Courthouse Catacombs haunted attraction has lived in the basement of the former Vanderburgh County Courthouse for years. In an update posted on their website, officials say the attraction will move the...
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.
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.
EPD: Man arrested after dumping raw sewage outside of camper
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police officials say a man has been arrested after months of causing public health concerns for an Evansville neighborhood. It’s not every day Evansville police have to decide yes, it’s best to tow away someone’s home. “At this point, it was our...
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 […]
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 […]
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...
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