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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!
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.
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...
Beck's Mill's 216th Birthday Party
Come step back into 1808 as we celebrate the 216th birthday of the historic Beck’s Mill! Join us on Saturday, August 24th at 11:00 a.m. for exciting events, including:. Crafts and vendors (earrings, candles, woodworking, wreaths, etc.) Food provided by the Blue River Fire Department (pulled pork BBQ, coleslaw,...
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...
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, […]
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...
Pie Pan in Evansville prepares to permanently close
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A popular Evansville restaurant has announced they will permanently close on September 1. Pie Pan took to Facebook to make the announcement. In the post, they thanked their customers for choosing to dine with them over the years. They also thanked their employees for their hard work and dedication. Pie Pan […]
New Book With Former Salem Resident Tanya Coats Konerman
I recently had the opportunity to interview an author from Salem. Her name is Tanya Coats Konerman, and she graduated from Salem High School in 1985. Konerman lived in Salem until she went to college at Indiana University and stayed there. She has a double major in Journalism and Psychology, with a focus on childhood development. Her home now is in Bloomington where she lives with her husband, who is an electrical engineer for Crane Naval Base. The couple have three daughters.
Woman arrested after stealing over $10K worth of items from Lowes
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A woman from Chandler was arrested for stealing thousands of dollars worth of items from Tri-State Lowes Home Improvement stores. Evansville Poice say Melissa Farrington has been walking out of the east and west Lowes stores in Evansville with merchandise. Farrington has stolen close to $12,000...
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...
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. -...
Complaint about former Evansville mayoral candidate's fundraising isn't moving
EVANSVILLE — The Indiana Election Commission has taken no public action on a February complaint accusing former Evansville mayoral candidate Gabe Whitley of filing fraudulent campaign fundraising reports while seeking office locally. Whitley, who promotes himself as "Honest Gabe," has moved to the Indianapolis area since he campaigned briefly for mayor of Evansville as a Republican in 2022. The complaint before the Indiana Election Commission — filed by Gabrielle Kendall, wife of WIBC radio host Rob Kendall...
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