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Breaking down the biggest storylines heading into high school football season
(WNDU) - High school football season is almost here, as Indiana schools kick off their regular seasons on Friday. Our WNDU 16 Sports team has been previewing teams around Michiana, but tonight we brought in South Bend Tribune Prep Sports Reporter Austin Hough to preview some of the big storylines of the season.
Indiana Corn Maze is a Finalist for Best in America Award
One Indiana corn maze is a finalist for a Best in America award from a very prestigious national place. As we begin to enter the fall season, a lot of attractions will be opening up that are full of fun fall activities. One of the most popular things to do during that time of year is to get lost in a corn maze. There are no shortages of corn mazes in Indiana, and why shouldn't there be? Indiana is known for being a large corn producer. Each Indiana corn maze has its own unique design, and one of them is actually nominated for the Best Corn Maze in America.
FBI looks into ‘objects’ put on breakfast of Indiana DNC delegates
(WISH) — “Unknown objects” were placed on breakfast food Wednesday at the hotel housing the Indiana delegation to the National Democratic Convention, police say. One law enforcement source told CNN that authorities believe activists brought the maggots into the Fairmont Hotel, and that Chicago Police Department and the FBI in Chicago were investigating. Several women […]
Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center ranked No. 1 in Indiana, No. 2 in U.S. for cardiac care
Carmel-based hospital ranked higher than Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, Massachusetts General in Boston, Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland. When it comes to taking care of your heart, patients want the best team in healthcare – and a new, independent ranking places Ascension St. Vincent at the very top for cardiac care.
Road closure planned for State Road 68 in Gibson Co.
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced a road closure for State Road 68 in Gibson County. Officials say beginning on or around August 23, crews will close State Road 68 in Gibson County near Haubstadt. This closure will occur over Big Creek. This road closure will allow crews to […]
Girls Varsity Volleyball falls to Washington 25 – 18
We started off on fire, but couldn’t hold onto the lead in the first set. We struggled to get on top and stay on top throughout the entire match. Sydney Burdette had a fantastic game. She played well and served good too.
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.
Indiana’s First Donut and Beer Festival Is Happening in Evansville this October
This family-friendly festival celebrates breakfast and brews. Over the past several years, we've seen the popularity of food-based festivals skyrocket. Evansville is no stranger to hosting festivals surrounding different types of food. And there's something unique about being able to go to one place and try out different variations on your favorite food or beverage. One festival heading to Evansville is very unique as it celebrates breakfast and brews.
Five Vincennes University faculty named inaugural Ro and Shorty Whittington endowed professors
Vincennes University has recognized five distinguished faculty with inaugural Ro and Shorty Whittington Professorships. The endowed faculty positions are the first in VU history and the professorships will help VU stay competitive in attracting and keeping the best faculty. The professorships were created in April with a historic gift of...
Local McDonald's Hosting Fries for School Supplies Fundraiser to Support Local Schools
Locally-owned McDonald’s restaurants will host Fries for School Supplies, a fundraiser where 10% of proceeds from all à la carte fry sales between August 26-30th will be donated straight to local schools. McDonald’s restaurants in communities including Evansville, Jasper, and Vincennes in Indiana; Owensboro, Henderson, Madisonville and Beaver Dam in Kentucky; Mt. Carmel, Carmi, and Olney in Illinois; and other nearby areas are all participating in Fries for School Supplies.
Man gets gun pointed at his face; he says “not cool”
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A Louisiana woman was arrested in Evansville Wednesday after she was accused of pointing a gun at man during an argument. Evansville Police say they were dispatched to a hotel on Stahl Road after a call was made about a woman yelling she was going to kill someone. Police made contact […]
Evansville diner owner ordered to pay $390K to employees in back wages, damages
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — The owner of an Evansville diner has been ordered to pay nearly $400,000 in back wages and damages to dozens of employees. Back in March, 44News reported on the US Department of Labor investigation underway into Friendship Diner and its owner, Bardhyl Shabani. Now, the...
Big Expansion Coming to Vincennes’ Wabash Steel
Wabash Steel is investing 2.5 million dollars in its Vincennes plant to install equipment allowing complex steel cleaning and preparation. Wabash Steel’s Operations vice-president Jason Turk says the new equipment will be fully installed in 2025. When installed, he expects it will dramatically improve productivity, and increase its workforce by about 10 workers.
Landmark merger for Nix Industrial and Huncilman in Indiana
NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WEHT) – Statistics show that a business will last 24 years. But for Nix Industrial and Huncilman, they’re defying the odds with the announcement of a landmark merger of a 5th and 4th generational business. With state government officials in attendance, Nix and Huncilman make it official. Indiana Secretary of State, Diego […]
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