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Four people critically injured in accident at tractor and truck pull event in Greene County
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a personal injury accident that left four people critically injured Friday night. The accident happened during Sheid’s Diesel Extravaganza at Wagler Motorsports Park in Lyons, Indiana. In a press release, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office says a 2007 Jeep Wrangler being...
IU Hall of Fame football player and coach wants to rename 17th Street after Bob Knight
A movement is afoot to rename the portion of 17th Street that passes just south of Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall and Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. Former IU football player, coach and administrator Harold Mauro has started a petition at Change.org to rename that section of the street “Bob Knight Way.”
So. Indiana Ronald McDonald House “Clays for a Cause” Fundraiser Blends Fun, Food, and Firepower for Families in Need
When it comes to fundraisers, some people enjoy getting dressed up and going to a fancy gala type of event, while others prefer to go shopping for school supplies, toys, or food items - and then there are the people who want to grab a rifle and shoot something...for charity! The Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley had that last group of folks in mind when they created the Clays for a Cause fundraiser.
Boil advisory affecting hundreds on Evansville's north side to continue into Wednesday
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — A large boil advisory is still in effect for hundreds of residents on Evansville's north side. According to Evansville Water and Sewer Utility, about 850 properties are affected by the advisory as of Monday morning. As we reported, EWSU alerted customers of a project that...
Batesville Woman Charged With Stealing From Employer
(Batesville, IN) – A Batesville woman is jailed on felony Theft and Corrupt Business Influence (both Level 5) charges for allegedly stealing from her employer. Sixty-one-year-old Jennifer Fullenkamp was arrested Friday, one day after the Ripley County Prosecutors Office filed charges against her. She is accused of stealing more...
Early morning shooting reported in Evansville
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Dispatch confirm shots fired near KC’s Marina Pointe in Evansville early Sunday morning. Henderson Dispatch confirms they received a call in reference to shots fired near KC’s by Evansville Dispatch at approximately 2:54 a.m.. Henderson Dispatch says one person was injured and transported to the hospital. We are working to gather […]
Second screening of ‘Ice Cream Man’ added at YES Cinema
COLUMBUS, Ind. – YES Cinema has announced that due to overwhelming interest, a second showing of Ice Cream Man has been added on Saturday, September 21, at 1:30 p.m. The first show at 1 p.m. sold out quickly so another screening was ordered. The movie was partly filmed in...
Heritage Fund announces ‘Love Where You Live’ party
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Heritage Fund of Bartholomew County invites residents to downtown Columbus to “Love Where You Live” (LWYL) on Saturday, October 5, starting at 2 p.m. The party will feature free activities to celebrate the community foundation’s commitment to building a better community and an opportunity for the public to learn about the impact of its work and how your support can make a difference.
Folks were invited to music bingo in 12 points to help benefit the Exotic Feline Recue Center
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - Folks were invited to music bingo in 12 points. It's all to help ensure a better life for the animals at the exotic feline rescue center. The event was held at the Grace Community Church in Terre Haute. Participants had a chance to win cool prizes all while doing some good. That's because all of the proceeds will go toward helping the animals at the center.
One-year anniversary of North Central grad who survived cardiac arrest in early 20s
FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Friends and family threw a surprise party for the one-year anniversary of Ramy Chilton surviving cardiac arrest. On August 27th, 2023, Raymond and Pam Chilton were woken up in the middle of the night by a friend of their son’s. He said Ramy was unresponsive. Pam, being trained in cpr, immediately […]
Kayakers and canoers participated in the annual Wabash River Run
MONTEZUMA, Ind. (WTHI) - You might have seen some kayakers and canoers paddling along the Wabash River today. It's all part of the annual Wabash River Run. The Wabash River run is a 11-mile canoe, kayak, and paddleboard race. The sanctioned race started from the Montezuma boat dock to the Clinton boat dock.
Indiana’s hot streak continues with late week storms
TONIGHT As the sun sets, we’re in for a serene night with skies staying mostly clear, allowing for an easy drift into cooler temperatures around 70°F. Light southern breezes will provide a gentle respite from the day’s heat, setting the stage for a tranquil end to the weekend. TOMORROW Brace yourself for a scorcher as […]
WARNING: Toxic Drinks Pulled From Stores In Michigan And Indiana
Several drinks on the market in Michigan and Indiana grocery stores claim to be healthy. While some may hold up to those claims, some contain hidden dangers. One drink found to be highly toxic is now being pulled from store shelves in Michigan and Indiana. Toxic Drinks Pulled From Stores...
Indiana water, wastewater utilities face cyber threats and an aging workforce
In May, Russian hackers targeted a wastewater treatment plant for Tipton. Fortunately, workers at the plant noticed something was wrong and were able to switch to manual operation until they could address it.
Indiana launches Medicaid waiver waitlist dashboard, lawmakers want more information
Thousands of people are still waiting for home- and community-based health services as Indiana processes people on waitlists for Medicaid waivers. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration launched a dashboard to provide updates on the waitlists.
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