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Indiana’s Washington Square Mall Covered By a Black Tarp: Seeking Answers
There have been rumblings of some construction inside Washington Square Mall, so my investigation continues. That is a question a lot of folks are asking on social media and in the NextDoor app. I stopped in and asked a few questions, but I didn't leave with any solid answers. Multiple...
Just days away: Vanderburgh County Fair preparations underway
VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT) — The Vanderburgh County Fairgrounds are almost ready as the county fair is just days away. Since Wednesday, organizers have been at the fairgrounds preparing for a wide range of activities, including a motocross race scheduled for Monday. Vanderburgh County Fair staff members say they expect 40,000 to 50,000 people at […]
New pickleball facility opening in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Local pickleball players will soon have another option for year round games. 3rd Shot Pickleball will soon be opening in the former Evansville Basketball Academy building on Kotter Drive. The eastside facility will have eight pickleball courts, state of the art lighting, a party room, along...
Evansville residents asked to share opinions through community survey
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Community members in Evansville are being asked to share their opinions on. Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry asked River City residents to participate in the "City of Evansville Community Survey" on Friday. According to the mayor, feedback from the community will help build the city's Strategic...
Evansville, Welborn Baptist Foundation to apply for $20 million federal grant to build a low-emission transportation system
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Evansville is one step closer to launching a low-emission transportation project spanning all corners of the city. Project leaders from the Evansville Climate Collaborative envision — what they call — a clean transportation system that is accessible to everyone. To make the dream a reality, Evansville will partner with the Welborn […]
Ellis Park hosts first corgi race
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Weiner races returned to Ellis Park in Henderson, but this year, another dog breed was also able to compete. It’s a popular event that Ellis Park has hosted for years, but this is the first time Corgis have been able to race. One Corgi owner told us he traveled from Princeton, […]
Henderson set to sell naming rights to sports facility for $500,000
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The city of Henderson is scheduled to vote on whether to give Deaconess the naming rights to a new sports complex in exchange for $500,000. After entering into contract negotiations with Deaconess Henderson Hospital, the city of Henderson has drafted a proposal that will be voted on Tuesday. Deaconess is seeking […]
Did You Know Evansville’s Haunted Library Inspired a Children’s Book?
The ghostly lady that haunts Willard Library was the inspiration behind a super cute book. Located on First Avenue in Evansville sits a gorgeous Victorian gothic-style building that we know as Willard Library. Willard Library is one of the first public libraries opened in the state of Indiana. Of course, this library is well known for residing in a beautiful and historic building, but it's also well known for being home to Evansville's most notorious ghost, the Grey Lady.
Tri-State delegates support Trump’s VP pick
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Donald Trumps running mate, J.D. Vance, made his first speech as the Republican Vice Presidential nominee on the third night of the Republican National Convention in Millwaukee. Two delegates from the Tri-State area, Debbie Foertsch and Mark Messmer, spoke to Nexstar media representatives in support of Trump’s decision to pick Vance […]
In Evansville, Indiana, several initiatives and programs are specifically designed to support Haitian immigrants
In Evansville, Indiana, several initiatives and programs are specifically designed to support Haitian immigrants. In Evansville, Indiana, several initiatives and programs are specifically designed to support Haitian immigrants with employment and housing. Here are some key organizations and their services:. Haitian Center of Evansville. The Haitian Center of Evansville is...
“It’s been a nightmare:” Friday tech outage affects life in Evansville and beyond
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — The giant tech outage Friday morning was felt here in the Tri-State. The cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike says an update affected customers using Microsoft Windows. Some computer systems went down across the country, and it caused some frustration at Evansville Regional Airport and beyond. People in Evansville are feeling the outages, especially […]
The Evansville Wartime Museum is set to re-open in August
HENDERSON, K y. (WEHT) – The Evansville Wartime Museum is re-opening its doors after storm damage closed the museum earlier this year. Officials with the museum say they are set to re-open on August 3, almost four months after it was forced to close. Officials with the museum say the roof and a historic P-47 […]
New visual enhancements coming to the Ford Center
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Your next trip to the Ford Center could be bigger and brighter as work is underway to install brand new high-definition video screens inside the arena. “If you’ve been here before, you’re going to notice it,” says Scott Schoenike, Executive Director for the Ford Center and Victory Theatre. It’s a case […]
New scoreboard, video displays coming to Evansville's Ford Center
EVANSVILLE — The Ford Center's plan for adding a new scoreboard to the arena in 2024 is underway. Daktronics, a Brookings, South Dakota, business, announced in a news release Wednesday that the company had been selected to create 20 LED displays totaling more than 3,000 square feet for the Ford Center.
Clay Street bridge repairs complete in Henderson
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Kentucky Transportation Cabinet officials say repairs to the KY 812 bridge were completed Friday on schedule. According to a press release, the roadway has now been reopened to traffic. [Previous Story: Clay Street Bridge expected to reopen in Henderson]. The bridge was blocked in May after...
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