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Trial underway for Spencer Co. woman accused in battery of a child
SPENCER CO, Ind. (WFIE) - In Spencer County, the trial got underway this week for the Rockport woman accused of hurting a child. Ariel Ragan is charged with battery with seriously bodily injury, neglect of a dependent, and battery in the presence of a child. [Previous: Bond set at $30K...
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Housing construction begins in French Lick’s Klondike subdivision
FRENCH LICK – By the close of 2024, two houses could be constructed in the new Klondike workforce housing development in French Lick. Earlier this month, work began on constructing the first houses that will be built by the French Lick Resort to expand housing in Orange County. Getting...
Labor of Love: Summit on infant mortality to convene in Indianapolis this week
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Department of Health is hosting the annual Labor of Love infant mortality summit in Indianapolis this week. Organizers say this year’s theme is “Expecting More” – a call for more emphasis, action, and collaboration in continued efforts to improve infant and maternal health outcomes. The event is on Tuesday from […]
Beyond the Call of Duty honors Sgt. Heather Glenn
TELL CITY Ind. (WEHT) – Citizens gathered at City Hall to meet the nonprofit organization, Beyond the Call of Duty. Many reflected on Tell City’s own Sgt. Heather Glenn who made the ultimate sacrifice in 2023. Chief of Police, Derrick Lawalin says, “I’m sure there’s probably some that feel like it’s it’s kind of a constant […]
‘It’s absolutely sickening’: Child molester found guilty in Vanderburgh County
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A man is facing prison time after being found guilty of molesting a child in Evansville. Prosecutor Diana Moers says a jury decided Oscar Rax Xi was guilty of two counts of Child Molesting, a Level 1 and Level 4 Felony. Last year, officials say Holly’s...
Evansville man allegedly wanted to impress a girl with his drug supply
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An Evansville man who allegedly claimed he wanted to impress a girl with his supply is facing multiple drug charges. Evansville Police says Matthew Raley was pulled over after failing to make a complete stop at a stop sign and the vehicle allegedly had an “overwhelming” odor of marijuana. After putting […]
Multiple arrests made following two-year drug investigation in Evansville
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Investigators with the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force say an investigation into narcotics trafficking has resulted in multiple arrests this week. According to an affidavit, EVCDTF began investigating Dionta Goodwin’s trafficking activities throughout Vanderburgh County over the last two years. On July 22, detectives conducted search warrants at residences in the […]
Felony warrant arrest on MLK and Walnut in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – A heavy police presence has been spotted in Downtown Evansville conducting a felony warrant. Michael Gannon with DEA confirms the agency’s involvement in the stop and says the suspect arrested was Matthew Sparrow Multiple agencies are on scene including the Evansville Police Department, Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement […]
AT&T holding hiring event in Evansville call center with $2,500 signing bonus
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — AT&T will be holding a hiring event in Evansville, with an extra incentive for interested applicants. AT&T will be hosting its next hiring event on Thursday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The company says it's hoping to fill 200 full-time customer service...
Playground fire caused by semi pulling down power lines, police say
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police have pulled over a semi on the Lloyd Expressway in the midst of a hit and run and fire investigation. Police say witnesses reported seeing a semi hit a pole and pull down some wires near Westside Catholic School. That’s near Glendale and Emerson....
Evansville man convicted of two murders sentenced to 110 years
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Another suspect in a double-murder investigation out of Evansville has been sentenced to prison. John Parker was sentenced to prison on Tuesday after previously being found guilty of two counts of murder by a jury. Tuesday, Parker was sentenced to serve 110 years in prison...
Boonville Elks’ Wes Posey Spaghetti Dinner & Cancer Auction
All-you-can-eat spaghetti and amazing auction items all for a great cause in Boonville, Indiana this August. The Boonville Elks #1180 does a lot of great things for the community. One of those things includes their annual spaghetti dinner. As someone who lives in Boonville, knowing that there is an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner coming up, I am going to have a hard time passing it up. More importantly, it's an opportunity to help raise money for cancer research and folks battling cancer in our community.
Evansville City Council votes against recovery housing growth in Bayard Park neighborhood
EVANSVILLE — The Evansville City Council voted against two rezoning requests Monday that would have allowed a pair of recovery houses to add more residents. The requests to rezone 971 E. Blackford Ave. and 819 E. Powell Ave. have been a topic of conversation for months for the council, with Bayard Park-area neighbors expressing concern over the number of residents in recovery living in their neighborhood. ...
Evansville City Council denies rezoning sober living homes
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – In a 7-1 vote, Now Counseling’s request to rezone two of it’s houses comes to a screeching halt. Shona Jarboe and Angie Bullock live near the sober living homes, one is on Powell and the other is on Blackford facing Kentucky Avenue and they say they are pleased with the decision. […]
Listeria Alert: Produce Sold at Kentucky Aldi Locations Recalled
A recall for produce sold at Aldi store locations in Kentucky have been voluntarily recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The bacteria can cause serious health issues and can sometimes lead to death. Symptoms of Listeria Infection. Symptoms can include diarrhea and vomiting, as well as fever, muscle...
Clark County EMS board proposes new primary ambulance provider
The Clark County EMS board has approved a proposal for a new primary provider for services across the county, amid concerns about New Chapel EMS’ ability to uphold its contract. The plan calls for New Chapel to remain on as a secondary provider.
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