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Evansville’s Fall Festival Nominated for USA Today Readers’ Choice Award- How to Vote Now!
The West Side Nut Club Fall Festival has once again garnered national attention for being among the best festivals in the fall. The West Side Nut Club Fall Festival is an Evansville tradition dating back more than 100 years. According to the West Side Nut Club, the very first Fall Festival wasn't even a week-long event, it was a one-night event billed as a Halloween Carnival.
Clarksville Roosters announces reopening a year after devastating fire
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — More than a year after its Clarksville, Indiana restaurant was devastated by a fire, Roosters is ready to reopen its doors. The restaurant known for their chicken wings and being a “fun, casual joint” announced its location at 1601 Greentree Boulevard will have its grand opening on Aug. 19.
Owensboro Police identify suspect after deadly standoff
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Owensboro Police Department has confirmed that a man involved in a standoff near Southtown Boulevard and Farmview Drive on Tuesday has died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. OPD identified the man as Timothy Roberts, 46, of Owensboro. An autopsy concluded that he died from injuries sustained from a self-inflicted gunshot. […]
Heavy police presence reported on 5th and Jed in Owensboro
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — A heavy police presence has been reported on 5th Street and Jed Place near Cravens Elementary in Owensboro. Owensboro police have confirmed that this incident is connected to a police standoff Tuesday. An Eyewitness News crew is at the scene. This is a developing story.
Indiana Weather Alert: Showers and Strong Storms Expected Throughout the Weekend
Indianapolis, IN – The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a warning for potential severe weather conditions over the next few days, with showers and storms likely to develop today and continue through the weekend. Residents are advised to stay vigilant, as a few strong storms are expected, particularly late Thursday into Friday. The threat of flash flooding is heightened, especially in areas south of I-70.
Several rain chances moving in to end the week
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A few strong storms are possible late Thursday This morning: Conditions are a bit warmer and more muggy this morning as an approaching system moves in from the west. We’re also tracking a complex of showers and thunderstorms lining up along the Mississippi River here early this morning. Thursday: Look for showers […]
Indiana Looks to Swiss Experts to Create Thousands of Student Apprenticeships
Indiana officials have turned to experts at the Swiss version of MIT for help becoming a national career training leader by making apprenticeships available to thousands of high school students across the state. Indiana is the latest state to work with ETH Zurich — where Albert Einstein once studied — to develop ways to break […]
The Buck Rogers Band rocks the Indiana State Fair
The Buck Rogers Band made its annual appearance at the Indiana State Fair, with frontman Buck Rogers himself joining Wish TV to discuss the event. Rogers expressed his excitement about performing at the fair, particularly on $2 Tuesday, and praised the energy and atmosphere of the event. On Saturday, the band performed alongside their Louisiana […]
NWS: Expect Heavy Rain at Times on Thursday
STATEWIDE–After a dry and sunny week, rain is supposed to arrive in Indiana on Thursday. “Today will be our last day of nice weather with sunshine and nice temperatures,” said Cody Moore, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Indianapolis. Moore says the rainfall comes in Thursday with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms looking […] The post NWS: Expect Heavy Rain at Times on Thursday appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Indiana Attorney General taking legal action against Monroe County Sheriff’s Office over enforcement of immigration rules
MONROE COUNTY, Ind. — A new complaint filed by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita claims the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is not properly enforcing federal immigration laws. The complaint indicates MCSO and Sheriff Ruben Marte “violated Indiana law by implementing a policy which limits or restricts the enforcement of federal immigration laws to less than […]
Illinois man sentenced to prison for dealing meth in Posey County
POSEY COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — An Illinois man will serve prison time for selling meth in southern Indiana. The Posey County Prosecutor's Office announced Wednesday that 46-year-old Michael Anthony Turpin of Albion was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to dealing meth. Prosecutors say Turpin admitted...
Dubois County Health Department to host "Back on Track" Health Fair Wednesday
DUBOIS COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — The Dubois County Health Department will be hosting a "Back on Track" Health Fair. The event, sponsored by MDwise, Inc., aims to help Hoosiers get the shots they need to stay healthy, while also accessing community resources. Organizers say there will be free food,...
Floyd County leaders look to proposed tax to fund EMS Services
NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WAVE) - Residents in Floyd County, Indiana could be shelling out more for their safety. Council members are considering new local income taxes to help fund EMS services. “We have to figure out a way to fund it,” council member Dale Bagshaw said. “This is one way...
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