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ALERT: Pike Animal Welfare Shelter (P.A.W.S) in Need of Dog Food
An animal shelter in Petersburg, Indiana, needs your help feeding some hungry dogs awaiting homes. While on my way home from work last week, I received an interesting call from my wife. She was in the house, settling in for the evening, when she heard what could only be described as faint squeaks from our front porch. Upon opening the door, we found a very small kitten clinging to life. It looked as if it had been in an altercation with another animal. Upon further investigation, the poor thing was infested with fleas and ear mites while also dealing with a double eye infection, along with an injury to its left foot. After eight days of giving the little fighter formula and medication, I'm happy to say it's up, moving, and playing as a kitten should.
FRIDAY WEATHER DISCUSSION (07/12/2024)
(OLNEY/NEWTON) With an upper level weather disturbance hanging over the Upper Midwest, we’ll have another day of sunshine and clouds mixed up on this Friday, with yet another slight chance of a pop up shower or isolated thunderstorm this afternoon. Hot and humid conditions are back in the forecast for this weekend, both for tomorrow and then more heat on Sunday continuing into the first of next week. A cold front moves through our downstate area mid-week, next week, with rain chances returning for the forecast. Stay tuned for updates and monitor a NOAA Weather Alert Radio for weather forecast details.
Final prep underway for the Fair
Friday, is opening day of the Knox County Fair. In addition to the midway, carnival, grandstand events, and free stage entertainment at the Vincennes University Pavilion, there is 4H, which is what Knox County Fair Board Vice President Will McCormick says the fair is all about…. All who visit the...
Families left picking up the pieces after destructive tornado in Gibson Co.
GIBSON CO., Ind. (WFIE) - We are learning about more tornado damage after this week’s storms. There are some homes in Gibson County that were destroyed, and community members are stepping in to help those victims by offering donations and fundraisers. In Owensville, a photo shared on a GoFundMe...
Vincennes University to Host STEM Opening July 23rd
Vincennes University will introduce a new STEM-based Design and Innovation Training Center on its campus later this month. The session is set for Tuesday, July 23rd at the Summers Center on its main campus in Vincennes. The center will be in partnership with Purdue University, along with Toyota Motor Manufacturing,...
NCAA Rewind: Struggling Defense Overshadowed Strong Princeton Offense
Before USA Lacrosse Magazine looks ahead to what’s to come in 2025 — look out for our NCAA Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings later this summer — our team of staff and contributors decided it was worth taking a last look at the 2024 college lacrosse season. To...
“WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND”
(OLNEY) The Olney VFW will have its next Queen of Hearts drawing, all open to the public, at 4:00 this Sunday afternoon. The jackpot is now up to $6,156, if the winner is present, and remember, the drawing is live-streamed on the VFW Post page on Facebook. Tickets are on sale right up until draw time at 4:00 Sunday with the VFW doors open at 1:00. For tickets, stop by the VFW Post Home on North Walnut Street during regular hours or call 392-4226.
Tri-State Donut Shop Celebrating 57th Anniversary with Sweet Deal
Donut Bank is preparing to celebrate 57 years in business with a sweet deal available only on Thursday, July 18th. There are a lot of wonderful places to grab a donut and a coffee in the tri-state. When I was living in Washington, Indiana, my favorite stop was a local bakery called The Bakery House. I still try to stop by there when I'm in the area, as they have some of my favorite desserts, breakfast sandwiches, and, of course, donuts. Having recently moved to Gibson County, I've found an assortment of local staples in Princeton that I've also come to enjoy, such as Donut Bank. While the Princeton location has only been around since 2008, the business itself has deep community roots.
Federal Approval Granted for Knox County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Knox County’s Emergency Management Agency has announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved their hazard mitigation plan. This plan involves Vincennes, Bicknell, and other incorporated towns within the county and aims to reduce the community’s vulnerability to natural disasters. These government-mandated plans undergo a rigorous approval process every five years to ensure they remain effective and up-to-date.
CITY OF OLNEY ROAD CLOSURE NEXT WEEK
(OLNEY) The City of Olney has announced a street closure for part of next week. In relation to repair work to the Whittle Avenue Railroad Crossing, the section of Whittle Avenue from North Avenue to South Avenue will be closed next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, July 16th, 17th, and 18th. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes of travel and the patience of all during this road and railroad crossing work is appreciated.
Inaugural Red Skelton Comedy Convention July 18-20 in Vincennes
The three-day event will feature fun showcases, guided city bus tours, talks, the Red Skelton Shrine and Clown Parade, and more in the beloved hometown of comedy legend Red Skelton. The convention will also feature an art exhibition and reception with artist and Red Skelton Show cast member Maureen Gaffney Wolfson.
Bridgeport Township searching for new manager again
BRIDGEPORT TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - Bridgeport Township is looking for a new township manager following the resignation of Michelle McGregor. Her resignation took effect on June 27. McGregor was hired by the township in Jan. 2023. In October, McGregor was involved in controversy when hiring the new police chief. McGregor...
The Oldest Public Cemetery in Indiana is Older Than the State Itself
This cemetery is over 230 years old, older than the Hoosier State!. Over the past few months, I've been on a journey to highlight some of the oldest places around Indiana. A few places highlighted previously have some seriously interesting history, like Indiana's oldest store which was founded the same year Abraham Lincoln was elected President, and it's STILL open to this day! We also recently learned about the oldest high school in the state, and the oldest continually open high school (which happens to be right here in Evansville). And of course, we can't forget Indiana's oldest city, which is even older than the United States of America.
Grayville City Council Meeting Highlights From July 8th
Grayville City Council held a swift meeting on Monday night, completing their business in just 14 minutes. Without the need for an executive session, the council efficiently addressed various matters, including the approval of ordinances. One of the ordinances established the position of City Administrator, while another sanctioned the sale of a property at 122 S Court Street for $52,500. Additionally, agreements related to Tax Increment Financing (TIF) were approved for properties owned by Mark Smith and the Grayville School District.
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