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Southern Indiana Garden Shop Set to Close Saying Business is ‘No Longer Sustainable’
In 2020, amid the global pandemic, what started as a "leap of faith" for one Evansville, Indiana area entrepreneur is reportedly coming to an close. In October of 2020, Kiwi's Garden Center opened its doors with a brick and mortar location just off the Lloyd Expressway, at 100 North First Avenue in Evansville. For almost four years now, they have sold both common and rare houseplants, along with gardening supplies and a whole host of unique gift ideas.
Get Insider Access: Register for Evansville Police Department Community Academy
Evansville residents considering a future in law enforcement, or perhaps looking to build a stronger bond with their local law enforcement officers, will soon have an exciting opportunity. Another Evansville Police Department Community Academy (formerly known as the Citizen's Academy) is coming up in August and registration is open now.
Jeffersonville considers moratorium on short-term rentals after residents raise concerns
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Concerns are being raised after an explosion of short-term rentals in Jeffersonville like Airbnbs and Vrbos. City leaders said more than 100 new rentals popped up just this year, and many neighbors aren't happy. Now, Jeffersonville may press pause on these type of rentals. Many people...
Newport launches new Fourth of July event featuring rides, games and fireworks
NEWPORT, Ky. — Cassie Pennington with Newport on the Levee said this eve of Independence Day marks the start of a new tradition. "This is just the first of many years to come," Pennington said. "This is Newport Blast." Featuring rides and games and a Rozzi fireworks and drone...
KSP crime report shows significant increase in human trafficking crimes
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - KSP’s newly released ‘Crime in Kentucky’ report covers a wide range of serious crimes committed across the commonwealth. While human trafficking crimes make up a small percentage of overall offenses in Kentucky (0.03%), they’ve made the biggest jump, percentagewise. The report shows a nearly 40 percent rise from 2022 to 2023.
Man said shooting in cul-de-sac was self-defense. Judge called it 'vigilantism'
Sean Donovan said he acted in self-defense when he shot a man last year after a confrontation on a West Price Hill cul-de-sac. But at a bench trial in April, a judge found Donovan guilty of charges including felonious assault. ...
Man indicted for shoplifting at Hamilton Walmart with fake gun
BUTLER COUNTY (WXIX) - Police in Fairfield Township say a man shoplifting from Walmart pulled a gun on employees as they tried to stop him from stealing. Now police say they have identified, arrested, and indicted the man behind the trigger. Two years ago, police were called to the same...
Greenfield pharmacy robbery possibly linked to others, officials said
GREENFIELD, Ohio — Following the recent robbery at a Rite Aid pharmacy in Greenfield, authorities are investigating a potential connection to a series of similar incidents across the state. Before the Greenfield robbery, another Rite Aid pharmacy fell victim to a robbery in Ada, Ohio, raising suspicions of a...
Indiana Department Of Natural Resources Launches Contest For Wildlife Artists
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is looking for artists for its Fish and Wildlife Art and Photo Contest!. Beginning in early 2025, you will have the option to purchase your Indiana hunting, fishing, trapping or combination license as a durable card. DNR says these will hold up better to outdoor conditions.
New life ring law and rescue drones help, but Lake Michigan swimmers still vulnerable
A good swimmer, Thomas Kenning waded into the Lake Michigan water that he’d already decided was too treacherous at Porter Beach. Just hours before, he’d explained why to his 9-year-old daughter — told her about the high waves and the rip currents. But on that day, June 27, 2022, he and his family...
Indiana Police Now Allowed to Use Chokeholds, New Use of Force Policy Explained
STATEWIDE — Police in Indiana now have to follow the same rules when it comes to using chokeholds on the job. The Indiana Law Enforcement Academy has established a new use of force policy stating that chokeholds can only be used in a situation in which serious bodily injury could happen to an officer. The […] The post Indiana Police Now Allowed to Use Chokeholds, New Use of Force Policy Explained appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
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