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Evansville Retailer to Close After 60 Years in Business
Paul’s Menswear launched a retirement sale last month, with plans to close doors after over 60 years on the west side of Evansville. While I never personally purchased a suit from Paul’s Menswear, I can certainly appreciate the time that goes into getting a suit or pants tailored. I purchased my first suit in December 2019 when I started going on job interviews after college. Buying my first suit around that time was, to me, a symbol of accomplishment, and it was a great experience. I would imagine many in the Evansville area have similar stories about shopping at Paul’s Menswear.
Knox County officials say new affordable apartments are coming soon
KNOX COUNTY, Ind.(WTHI) - New companies like AgroRenew are bringing in hundreds of jobs to Knox county, so making sure there are enough housing options in the area is crucial. This housing development specifically will include 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments across 13 acres. As of right now, the...
Linton’s Freedom Festival went off well after rain delay
LINTON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– Now to a much anticipated fourth of July event today in Linton. It’s the Linton Freedom Festival Parade. Despite a delay because of this morning’s rain, this afternoon around 120 entries made their way down Main Street and State Road 54. Participants passed out candy and waved at people lining the parade […]
2 people hit and killed by car in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - First responders were called to a serious crash Thursday night. It happened about 8:30 p.m. at Fulton and Florida. Police say two pedestrians were crossing the street when they were hit by a car. They confirm both people have died. Our reporter on scene could see...
Two dead after accident on North Fulton in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Officials with the Evansville Police Department say two people are dead after an accident was reported on North Fulton in Evansville. Officials say a vehicle was driving northbound on Fulton when two pedestrians attempted to cross the street. Police say the driver struck the pedestrians killing both of them. Officials say […]
Residents spend 4th of July holiday cleaning up flood damage
JASPER, Ind. (WEHT)- The 4th of July holiday normally means cook-outs, pool parties, and spending time with loved ones. For many in Jasper, it looks completely different. Doppler radar estimates from Thursday show parts of Dubois County had over eight inches of rain. The Dubois County Emergency Management Agency says rain fell through the county, […]
Columbus inclusive playground getting much needed repairs
Columbus made headlines with its new Nexus Park fieldhouse this past year. A multi-million dollar recreation investment transformed a former mall. Some parents such as Allie Burbrink said she's hoping the city won’t forget about its other parks. “I just don't want our town to forget about the lowly...
Southern Indiana ice cream shop gets emergency loan to avoid closure
CLARKSVILLE, Ind. — Yellow caution tape and orange barricades have surrounded the Widows Walk Ice Creamery in Clarksville for several months. "I mean it's tough, it's tough to keep your head above water," owner Jill Dodson said. The ice cream shop's foot traffic has been affected since the town's...
Southern Indiana cake shop set to reopen after fire destroys building
NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WDRB) -- Nearly 6 months after a fire tore through a cake shop and apartment building, the shop is reopening a mile down the road. Cake Ladies Dream Shoppe has been open in New Albany for 54 years, serving the community with candy and cake decorating items.
Floyd County (IN) EMA Responds to Carbon Monoxide Exposure that Sickens Eight
The Evening News and the Tribune, Jeffersonville, Ind. At around 9 a.m. Thursday, New Albany firefighters and the Floyd County Emergency Management Agency responded to a carbon monoxide exposure at Ace Hardware. Eight people were taken to the hospital and 11 people signed to not go to the hospital, according...
Knox County sets up free clinic for students to get vaccinated
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Knox County is determined to help get their students ready for the upcoming school year by setting up an easy way to get their necessary vaccines. With the new school year just a few months away Knox county is starting an event to make sure young residents are ready with their necessary […]
Weekly food giveaway continues at Y&E
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - In Evansville, Young and Established continued its food giveaway for the community. Since December , Young and Established has been doing a weekly food giveaway. They give away food items such as vegetables, meat products, and other healthy food items. The food they give away is...
State Board of Accounts finds Staggs did not deposit more than $70,000 in utility receipts
OOLITIC—The Town of Oolitic has received the State Board of Accounts Special Investigation Report into former Town Clerk-Treasuerer Jessica Staggs’s handling of town funds. According to the report, they have forwarded the information to the Indiana Attorney General and Lawrence County Prosecutor’s Office so that charges can be...
New Laws Went Into Effect This Week; Here’s What Gary Residents Should Know
Indiana’s fiscal year began on July 1, and with it a slew of bills signed into law by Gov. Eric Holcomb after months of legislative crafting and debate by state lawmakers. These new laws, ranging from education reform and public safety to immigration, are now in effect. Here are some laws that could significantly impact Gary and its residents.
Archbishop who was excommunicated once invited Kentucky's Kim Davis to meet the Pope
Carlo Maria Viganò, an Italian archbishop and former papal ambassador to the United States who became a major critic of Pope Francis, has been excommunicated from the Roman Catholic Church for schism, and he has ties to the Bluegrass State. Viganò once organized a controversial meeting between Pope Francis...
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