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PIG OUT! Top 5 Illinois Fair Foods
Good lord, I'm so ready to pig out on fair food. Before we slide into the fair season with our mouths and wallets open, let's discuss the top five Illinois fair foods. It always has been and always will be the food. Let the culinary chaos begin. Ah, the fair!...
Wild Eggs Breakfast-Brunch-Lunch Chain Planning KY Expansion
A good friend of mine once told me that one of his favorite phrases was "breakfast served anytime." He and I were and are in agreement on that one. A smile lights up my face if I see it at the top of any menu. It's one of the reasons I miss having a Waffle House in town so much.
Tennessee’s Oldest Town Is a Gem and Used to Be in North Carolina
If you're heading toward the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge/Sevierville area, as countless millions have done, and you make the wrong left turn, you might end up in Tennessee's oldest town. But don't make that U-turn too fast, because you won't regret it. Located on U.S. 321 just this side of Johnson City...
Evansville is Home of 2 of the 10 Best Restaurants in Indiana
Whether you want to go out to eat someplace unique or just grab a pizza, you definitely want to know where the best restaurants are. It's pretty exciting that we have two of the 10 best restaurants in the Hoosier State right here in Evansville. According to the experts at...
Joe Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race
President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential election but will remain in office to complete his first term. The 81-year-old Democrat made the announcement in a statement on X just before 2 p.m. on Sunday. "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as...
You Can Tour the KY Candy Factory Where Bourbon Balls Were Invented
According to the calendar, we still have two months of summer left. But according to YOUR calendar, Mom and Dad, you have just a few weeks, and then it's back-to-school time for the kiddos. That means you still have time to squeeze in a few more really sweet road trips,...
Kentucky Has More Full-Service State Resort Parks Than Any Other State
I've always been a fan of state parks and national parks and sometimes feel they are underrated as vacation destinations go. But they shouldn't be, and those who visit and spend time have the TIME of their lives. Kentucky really knocks it out of the park; our state park system...
This Indiana Drive-In Allows Four-Legged Friends to Join You for Movie Night
If you're from the Southern Indiana - Western Kentucky area, chances are you've been to the Holiday Drive-In. It's been around since 1955 and is still a beloved spot in our community. You know, the whole drive-in movie thing—it's kind of a rarity these days, but this place has kept that magic alive. It's actually one of the oldest drive-ins in the whole country.
URGENT: These 8 Kentucky Shelter Dogs Need Forever Homes NOW!
Daviess County Animal Care and Control volunteer and friend Kristi Palazzi just made an urgent post on social media. She shared photos of eight different dogs who are at risk of euthanasia. She wrote, "It breaks our hearts to make these posts. The staff and volunteers love these dogs so much and this is our plea to the community."
French Lick Scenic Railway’s Dinosaur Adventure Train Returns in September
You have two more chances this year to hop on a prehistoric train ride in southern Indiana. The French Lick Scenic Railway hosts sever family-friendly events throughout the year that include the Summer Splash Bash Train and the Polar Express Train Ride. If you have ever been a part of any of these fun events at the French Lick Scenic Railway, you know how memorable and entertaining they are. While both events are happening in 2024 again, there is another really cool event that the railway is hosting this year that you might want to add to your summertime bucket list.
Indiana Woman Warning Pet Parents After Essential Oils Led to Her Dog’s Tragic Passing
There are people who have pet dogs and then there are people who have fur babies. Courtney Duffy, the owner/operator of Fire Chicken Food Truck in Evansville is one of us who considers her dog part of the family. So, last week when she posted on Facebook that her adorable Australian shepherd Tanzi was not doing well, my heart went out to her.
Pickle Lovers Rejoice! Indiana is Home to a Famous Pickle Festival
We are no strangers to festivals in the Hoosier State. From the largest festival in the state, the Covered Bridge Festival, to Evansville's own Fall Festival, there's always something going on. One thing you can guarantee all of these festivals will have in common is food. However, one festival in Indiana celebrates not just any food, it's just for pickles!
Popular ‘Summer Fest’ Returns to Owensboro, KY with Fun Changes
Last year, My Sister's Keeper, Owensboro's newest emergency shelter for women and children, held its inaugural Summer Fest fundraiser at The Cottage, just outside the city limits. Summer Fest 2023 was an all day food and music festival that raised money for the shelter, which opened earlier this year at 2820 4th Street. This year, the hours of Summer Fest have been scaled back, but the event is still going to be action-packed- from start to finish- with food, fun and entertainment.
Evansville Youth Organization Announces New Campground + Fundraising Efforts
Evansville's Young & Established shared some incredibly exciting news today on social media, but along with the announcement comes a request for help from the community it serves. Young & Establish Aims to Mentor, Develop and Lead the Youth in Our Community. The brainchild of Founder and Executive Director, Courtney...
Confirmed: First Case of West Nile Virus of 2024 Reported in Indiana
The Indiana Department of Health has released details about the first confirmed case in 2024 of West Nile Virus in the state. West Nile virus emerged in the United States in 1999 and quickly spread across the country. Since then, it has been something most of us have taken efforts to prevent every year as the disease is easily transmitted by mosquitoes.
Western Kentucky Musician Releases New Song “Man Out Of Me”
Summer Fridays are always exciting in Owensboro as downtown is filled with folks enjoying local restaurants, street vendors, and live music stretching along Smother's Park from The Riverpark Center to the Convention Center. Tonight, organizers of Friday After Five are expecting one of the biggest crowds yet because the entertainment...
Indiana Firefighters Rescue Monkey Stuck in Tree at Patoka Lake Campground
Firefighters are pros at saving cats who have gotten stuck in trees. It happens all the time. A kitty bravely climbs up maybe chasing after a squirrel or bird and then, "uh-oh!" They look down, see how high up they are, and are too scared to make their way back.
“Swing Into Wishes” With Granted’s Annual Golf Scramble in Evansville, IN
Following another successful "Over the Edge" event, Evansville's Granted organization is offering a much more down-to-Earth fundraising opportunity. With Over the Edge, participants were given a chance to repel nine stories down the side of the Centerpointe Energy building in downtown Evansville. Next up for Granted, you can keep your feet on the ground when you hit the links at their annual charity golf outing.
Hall Pass Cash: Get Ready for a New School Year With Your Chance to Win a $500 Prepaid Visa Gift Card
Back-to-school shopping may be fun but it's not cheap! We're giving you a chance to get your budget out of detention with those much-needed back-to-school funds. You could score a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card. That's enough to buy:. 4,411 no. 2 pencils. 29 Trapper Keepers. 250 3-subject spiral notebooks.
Adventuresome Bear Spotted Touring a Small Illinois Town
You can't blame a bear for wanting to get out and enjoying the summer weather and see the sights. That's apparently what's happening in a small southern Illinois town that has video proof that they have a very hairy visitor prowling about. I saw KFVS12 Heartland News, Weather & Sports...
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