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Evansville project to leave hundreds of homes without water for hours
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Hundreds of Evansville homes will be without water for a couple of hours and under a boil advisory this weekend. This is part of an Evansville Water and Sewer Utility project to add a new waterline to the existing system. Roadway is also said to be restricted Friday night. The intersection […]
Indiana will put $50 million toward LEAP District water infrastructure
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (WISH) — Economic development officials on Thursday told lawmakers current commitments to a high-tech research park already have maxed out Lebanon’s water infrastructure. During an at-times contentious meeting with the State Budget Committee, officials with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and the Indiana Finance Authority said the state will put $50 million toward […]
Indiana homebuyers market improved in July with inventory boost, lower mortgage rates
Yulissa Espinoza and her husband lived in their first home, a modest two-bedroom in Lawrence, for less than a year before realizing it was too small to raise the family they hope someday to have. So Espinoza, 24, and her partner, 25-year-old Edwin Betancourt, put their starter home up for sale last month. Now, having lost money on their initial home because of a faulty inspection, they're days away from closing on a second, larger house...
Scents out of Hawkins, Indiana, featured at Bath & Body Works. Here's what they smell like
Thursday, Aug. 22, isn't just Pumpkin Spice Latte release day. Fans of the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, in the Netflix series "Stranger Things" have been looking forward to another product launch. And today's the day. Bath and Body Works' new Stranger Things Chapter Two collection is out now. While supplies last, customers can find three new fragrances and 15 new limited-edition products including candles, PocketBac hand sanitizers, soaps and wallflowers. ...
Woman Arrested After Indiana Applebee’s ‘All-You-Can-Eat’ Dispute
A dispute over Applebee's "All-You-Can-Eat" deal led to an arrest in Indiana earlier this month, serving as a prime reminder to always read the fine print. I've spent a lot of time at Applebee's over the years, and one of my favorite promotions they offer is their All You Can Eat" Special. The limited-time promotion comes around every so often and features your choice of unlimited boneless wings, riblets, or double crunch shrimp. I've tried all three on separate occasions in the past, but the boneless wings are usually my go-to.
Richmond man faces 5 drug-dealing charges in wake of raid
RICHMOND, Ind. — A Richmond man whose home was raided by the Wayne County Drug Task Force has been charged with five drug-dealing counts. According to an affidavit, when officers entered a home in the 2000 block of South 15th Street about 6 a.m. on Aug. 8, they found 28.57 grams of heroin, 20.66 grams of fentanyl, 5.31 grams of cocaine, six suboxone tablets and 207 grams of Kratom, a synthetic drug that has "the same effects...
Families still forced to choose between food and other necessities, Ohio study shows
A new study found that Ohio families are still being forced to make hard decisions when it comes to basic expenses and meals. The Ohio Association of Food Banks conducted a study called “Hunger in Ohio 2024” to “help guide the development of programs, policies and solutions that improve food security for individuals and their […]
ELDER-BEERMAN DEMOLITION CONTRACT TO BE AWARDED THURSDAY
(Richmond, IN)--The demolition of the former Elder-Beerman building and the skywalk that connects it to the city’s parking garage will take a big step forward Thursday. Richmond’s Board of Works is expected to approve a contract with a Cincinnati company after it bid $711,000 for the work a week ago. That company was the higher of two qualified bids, but it has significantly more experience with large projects than the other bidder.
CAMBRIDGE CITY CONSIDERS EXCLUDING FLUORIDE FROM WATER ADDITIVES
(Cambridge City, IN)--Fluoride could soon be removed from Cambridge City’s water. Here’s town employee Chris Stapleton telling the Cambridge City Town Council why the removal is under consideration: "It's not beneficial anymore like it was back in the '50's and '60's...not to mention doing away with it would save the town money," Stapleton said. The issue is expected to be brought up again at a council meeting early next month.
Colts to launch year two of Girls High School Flag Football League
The Colts created the league in 2023 with eight high school teams from Indianapolis and South Bend, Ind. This year, it will expand to 27 teams with five divisions across the state. The teams will compete in a three-week regular season, beginning with the Indy 1 Division on Aug. 24. All other divisions will begin play on Sept. 7.
Government security company cutting 123 jobs in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A company that provides security services, risk management and support to government and corporate clients has sent notice to state of Indiana that it plans to eliminate 123 jobs. Triple Canopy, which is a division of Constellis Group, employs a number of former Army Special Operations personnel, Green Berets, Rangers, SEALs, MARSOC Raiders, other special operations personnel, and several […]
Coroner identifies man dead after triple shooting at Colerain Township bar
The coroner has identified the man who was killed in a triple shooting at a bar in Colerain Township Thursday. The other two victims were in "serious but non-life-threatening condition," police said.
Evansville diner owner ordered to pay $390K to employees in back wages, damages
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — The owner of an Evansville diner has been ordered to pay nearly $400,000 in back wages and damages to dozens of employees. Back in March, 44News reported on the US Department of Labor investigation underway into Friendship Diner and its owner, Bardhyl Shabani. Now, the...
Carmel pursuing investment advisor representative
The City of Carmel has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an investment advisor representative to support its 403(b) deferred compensation plan for employees, former employees, and retirees. The effort is part of the city’s comprehensive review of all financial contracts in support of Mayor Sue Finkam’s commitment to...
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