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Everyone in Indiana May Have Had Social Security Number Stolen
This is some scary news for anyone who lives in Indiana. Your social security number may have been stolen. Everyone knows that a social security number is a very private thing. You never want to give that out to anyone. Granted, there are times when you have to give it out to prove your identity for financial purposes, but in general, the rule of thumb is to never give that information to anyone. Your social security card, in the hands of the wrong person, could cause a lot of problems for you that you really don't want to deal with.
AES invests $1.1 billion in Pike County
AES Indiana announced Thursday an investment of $1.1 billion in Pike County’s energy future from 2024 to 2026. The investments include the repowering of Petersburg Generating Station Units 3 and 4 from coal to natural gas, pending approval and solar and battery storage projects. The Pike County Battery Energy...
E-REP STAFF STRUGGLED TO ANSWER QUESTIONS CONCERNING DETAILS OF THE 2023 FINANCIAL AUDIT
E-REP STAFF STRUGGLED TO ANSWER QUESTIONS CONCERNING DETAILS OF THE 2023 FINANCIAL AUDIT. Evansville Regional Economic Partnership staff struggled this week to answer questions from a county commissioner and attorney concerning details in an audit provided to the county. EREP staff provided information about efforts to attract new residents and...
USI’s newest students come to campus for first move-in day of fall semester
VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT) — Students at the University of Southern Indiana are moving into their new campus housing ahead of the fall semester. Wednesday marks the first day new students move in for the school year. By the end of the week, more than 2,000 students will come to USI for move in ahead […]
Local health officials discuss global Mpox outbreak and how it could impact Kentucky
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) -The last time we saw the World Health Organization declare an Mpox outbreak as a Global Health Emergency was in July of 2022, and it lasted for almost a year. Now, even though we are seeing cases rise outside of the United States, Woodford County Health Department’s...
Bullitt County family sues cemetery where their son is buried, claiming harassment and outrageous conduct
PIONEER VILLAGE, Ky. — Cemeteries are often serene, quiet places, where people go to mourn and remember. At the Holder Family Cemetery that peace is paramount, in fact, the desire for peace is what pushed the plot into existence. "I should've been able to bury my son on July...
Shooting victim identified after reckless homicide arrest
DAVIESS CO., Ky. (WFIE) - One man is dead after a shooting in Daviess County. Deputies say it happened shortly after 10 p.m. Wednesday at an apartment in the 4300 Block of Gateway Drive. Emergency crews found the victim in the living room with a gunshot wound. He was taken...
State Educators Scrap GPS Diploma Plan, Instead Will Push ‘Honors Seals’
STATEWIDE — State Education Secretary Dr. Katie Jenner has heard much of the criticism the state has gotten over its proposal for new diploma requirements to graduate high school in Indiana. Because of that criticism, she said the State Board of Education has decided to scrap its plan for GPS and GPS-Plus diplomas. “The two […] The post State Educators Scrap GPS Diploma Plan, Instead Will Push ‘Honors Seals’ appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Instant Analysis: Practice Takeaways (Aug. 15)
On Thursday, August 15, Irish Illustrated was in Notre Dame's indoor practice facility to view the latest fall camp session. Following practice, Notre Dame receivers coach Mike Brown and defensive backs coach Mike Mickens took the podium, answering questions from the press. Once the media availability wrapped up, as always,...
Lincoln High School helps parents understand internet security
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)—A local high school helped parents understand the importance of monitoring their children while on the internet, Tuesday night. Lincoln High School held a parent staff presentation, presented by Alicia Kozakiewicz followed by a question and answer session. After becoming the victim of an internet luring and abduction, Kozakiewicz created an awareness program that addresses internet safety and awareness education. Her mission is to promote the importance of online safety for children.
Steak ‘n Shake fans disappointed
There is still no official word why Steak ‘n Shake in Vincennes has closed. Reports say employees were notified this past Sunday and patrons found a sign on the doors this week notifying the public that the restaurant has shut down permanently. The closing follows a trend that’s been...
Operation Last Dance Drug Offender Receives 10 Years In Prison
An Albion, Illinois drug dealer was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Wednesday. 46 year old Michael Turpin admitted to delivering meth to an undercover informant in Posey County in May 2023. Turpin was arrested in White County during a drug raid. He and 21 other drug offenders were...
Bicknell Getting Ready for Labor Day
The annual Bicknell Heritage Festival is fast approaching, with several activities already in motion. The City of Bicknell is currently accepting nominations for its Man and Woman of the Year awards, which will be presented during the festival. Residents are encouraged to submit nomination letters explaining why their chosen individual...
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