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Muggy meter and storm chances to resurge this weekend
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — We stayed on course with having a nice Friday across central Indiana. The hotter and humid air mass kept itself more in southern Indiana today. Do not expect us to stay away from unsettled weather for much longer as we’ll re-introduce a more uncomfortable and active pattern going into the final few […]
Most eligible Indiana families don’t access federal child care subsidies, per new report
Although Hoosiers’ access to federal child care subsidies was slightly higher than the national average in 2020, advocates are concerned that a majority of eligible Indiana families are still missing out, according to a new study. The report was published June 27 by the Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP), a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit […]
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...
Kids Day games a favorite for many returning families
GOSHEN — At 3½ years old, Graham Sarber-Fritschi was one of the younger kids to hop in a sack, balance an egg or push a melon Thursday. The Elkhart boy joined the under-5 age group for many of the activities during Kids Day at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair. Games included a potato sack race, an egg-and-spoon run, a water balloon pop and a slippery watermelon roll. He didn’t place first in any ...
More than ice cream: The Chief expands its Granger location to offer breakfast and lunch
Just three years after making its first expansion into Granger, The Chief Ice Cream has grown again by doubling the space it occupies in the Bittersweet Terrace shopping plaza. “We wanted to control the space next door, but we also wanted to develop more of a year-round business so we could keep three...
Get out this weekend to explore a cave, fish or learn about butterflies and how to ID trees
The weather this weekend looks like a mixed bag of sunshine and rain, but that shouldn't stop you from getting out and exploring the varied wonders of Indiana's state parks. Weekend activities include hikes, fishing and programs on tree identification and butterflies. Saturday looks like the best bet, with high temperatures in the...
New biotech $49 million hub could generate thousands of jobs, provide mobile cancer screening
More details have been revealed about a new biohealth technology hub that is projected to generate around 141,000 jobs over 10 years — with most of those positions likely to be in supply-chain and service industries, even restaurants, that benefit from economic growth. Eighteen public and private entities, including Medical College of Wisconsin and Milwaukee Area Technical College, are slated to share $49 million in federal funding for the biohealth hub centered on personalized medicine, an...
Indiana Landmarks names new southwestern office director
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Indiana Landmarks has named a new director for the Southwest Field Office in Evansville. Indiana Landmarks announced that Stephanie Richard has joined the organization as director of its Southwest Field Office in Evansville. She’ll oversee the preservation nonprofit’s work to save historic places and revitalize communities in six southwestern Indiana counties, […]
Indiana Gubernatorial Candidates to take part in live debate
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Three candidates for Indiana’s Gubernatorial race have agreed to take part in a live debate. The Indiana Debate Commission says that republican Mike Braun will join democrat Jennifer McCormick and libertarian Donald Rainwater for a live debate on October 24. The debate will be live-streamed on the Indiana Debate Commission’s website, and […]
Shoreline grant program available on four lakes
WARSAW — The Healthy Shorelines Initiative Grant program is available this year to residents of Center, Chapman, Pike, and Winona lakes. The Healthy Shorelines Initiative provides grant assistance of up to $1,000 to homeowners for shoreline projects that improve water quality and shoreline habitat while reducing erosion and decreasing runoff.
Developer eyes new life for the 100 Center, but many hurdles remain to be cleared
MISHAWAKA — A project to transform the 100 Center from a dilapidated historic site to a financially feasible multi-use center is being floated by a developer who has put together a plan. At the Monday, July 22 Mishawaka Redevelopment Commission meeting, Joseph Grabill, managing partner with The 100 Center Opportunity Fund, answered questions about the proposed $41.5 million project that is in its early stages of planning. Grabill said there are many steps in seeking funding, working...
'He was the best kid ever': Lawton boy's memory lives on with 'SuperHero Robbie Oxley Foundation'
LAWTON, Mich — Six-year-old Robbie Oxley loved superheroes. "Loved Ironman, love the Incredible Hulk, you name it," his mother Nancie Oxley recalled. "Captain America...was his favorite." In September 2020, Robbie was rushed to a hospital after a freak accident. "[We kept] kept him stable enough that he was able...
Renovated barn space gets use during fair
GOSHEN — Several improvements were made to the farmstead barn in the youth agricultural area just in time for the fair this year. New metal siding, doors and window frames were installed on the exterior of the barn and concrete flooring was laid down in the lower level, where fairgoers can see miniature horses. Future Farmers of America clubs have also been given a spotlight in the barn. The ...
Rabbit Club members showcase their knowledge, presentation skills
GOSHEN — The 4-H Rabbit Club not only gives kids a chance to learn about rabbits but also how to present information in a clear and understandable way. Members of the club were making presentations to judges this week at the Elkhart County 4-H County Fair. Noelle Fry, 12, demonstrated showmanship using one of her six Dutch rabbits, this one named Fiona. This was her first year doing an “action ...
Crash in Goshen sends one to hospital, 17-year-old driver cited for failure to yield and drug offenses
ELKHART COUNTY, Ind. --The Elkhart County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a two-vehicle crash near 17746 C.R. 34 in Goshen, which occurred Thursday, around 7:50 p.m. The report states a 2021 Subaru Forester, driven by a 17-year-old girl from Elkhart, was traveling west on C.R. 34, just west of 17746...
Indiana Law Enforcement Warns of Latest Phone Scam
Another Day. Another Scam. It seems the more technologically advanced we get as a society, the easier it becomes for those with ill intent to prey on their victims and the latest warning from one Indiana law enforcement agencies in and around Evansville are alerting residents to the latest scam.
Michiana Crime Stoppers presents Fugitive Friday for July 26, 2024
Michiana Crime Stoppers presents Fugitive Friday for July 26, 2024. If your anonymous tip leads to the arrest of one of these features, you could receive a $300 reward. Toro Franklin is wanted for Attempted Battery By Means of a Deadly Weapon, Unlawful Carrying of a Handgun with a prior felony conviction and Criminal Recklessness Committed with a Deadly Weapon.
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