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Needed rain falls in central Indiana for first time in nearly two weeks; New cool spell coming
HUMIDITY SURGES It’s back! For the first time in well over a week the dew point is nearing 70°. Up 10° from Wednesday, this will aid in developing some needed rainfall. This was the first measured rainfall since August 2nd, nearly weeks ago. August 2024 entering the day was the driest in three years with […]
“Everyone is really putting in the work”: Chargers football ready for year two under Howald
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Pike Central Chargers are hoping to get back on pace with 2022 and grow from there. With some closer games down the stretch last year, plus a round one sectional win over Princeton, that is definitely a good possibility. It’s year two for JJ Howald...
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.
Boonville Football debuting new field turf in 2024
BOONVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - We’re just eight days away from the kickoff of the high school football season and Touchdown Live, and our team previews roll on, over in Boonville. The Pioneers are one, of two Warrick County schools, installing brand-new field turf, for this school year. Castle is the other. Like the Knights, Boonville has played on grass, since the inception of its football program, so the sparkling, new turf, is definitely something to see, at Bennett Field!
Library with ties to Underground Railroad to be torn down after damage from fire
LYNNVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A historic Warrick County library damaged in a fire back in April could be torn down as early as the end of the month. [Previous Story: Fire crews extinguish Lynnville Branch Library fire Wednesday night]. Thousands of books were destroyed after a fire broke out here...
The Astra Welcomes Rock Band Trixter to the Theatre on Saturday, October 26
The Astra Theatre will be welcoming the high-energy hair metal rock band Trixter to The Astra on Saturday, October 26. The band has had a presence in the rock world spanning four decades, and they are sure to have the crowd dancing as the Jim & Pat Thyen Performance Stage is rocked!
Reitz Panthers want playoff success after undefeated 2023 regular season
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Let’s get down to business, another football preview to kick off sports tonight. We stay right in town, just a short drive from the station to check out a practice at Reitz High School. Last year was a great one for the Panthers, going undefeated...
All about “The Sip New Albany,” a new downtown event on Sat., Aug. 17
We have received an information release about this new event in New Albany, which is being held on Saturday, August 17 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 410 Pearl St.: “The Sip New Albany.” I’ve lightly edited the release to provide readers with the highlights. — Join...
US company makes major breakthrough with first-of-its-kind clean battery technology: 'A transformative, scalable solution addressing critical challenges'
Ateios Systems, a battery component maker from Newberry, Indiana, is saying adios to harmful forever chemicals. The company's unique electrode manufacturing process also provides for a 20% cost reduction, 50% increased energy density, and reduces energy consumption during the build by an astounding 82%, all per Ateios. It's "a transformative,...
Newburgh picks a familiar name in Evansville to be town manager
Newburgh has a new town manager. Chris Cooke, longtime superintendent of Evansville City Cemeteries, got the job Wednesday night when the Newburgh Town Council formally voted to hire him. Cooke replaces Christy Powell, who left in April to become community development director for the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (E-REP). The Town Council also promoted...
Community members honor 9-year-old girl after her passing
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) - The community of Henderson is rallying behind one family who is mourning the loss of their sweet daughter Lucy after she passed on Tuesday. She was a daughter, sister, and friend to many. The past week, Henderson has been a sea of pink to honor Lucy Nash. The 9-year-old girl who was a fierce baseball player who was a light to everyone she knew.
15-year-old child found after being reported as missing
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The parents of 15-year-old Chase Thompson say he has been returned safe. Police say 15-year-old Chase Thompson was reported missing by his parents Wednesday. The details of Thompson’s return have not yet been released.
Suspected drunk driver arrested after nearly hitting deputy head-on, GCSO says
GIBSON CO., Ind. (WFIE) - A 26-year-old man from Cincinnati is behind bars after the sheriff’s office says he almost crashed into a deputy Thursday night in Gibson County. Around 10 p.m., dispatch received a call reporting a Chevy Silverado on I-69 had hit a guardrail and didn’t stop.
Evansville Man Faces Drug Charges
In the early morning hours on Thursday, Gibson County Deputy Michael Bates conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 64 near the 27-mile marker, leading to the arrest of 38-year-old Timothy Ray of Evansville. The stop involved a white 2019 Jeep Cherokee, and Deputy Bates confirmed that Ray had an outstanding...
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