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Indiana health officials investigating cases of poisoning from Diamond Shruumz edibles
Indiana officials are investigating several cases of illnesses associating with eating Diamond Shruumz sweets, a product line of edibles that promises to deliver energy boosts, euphoria and focus through microdosing. The company is recalling its products after dozens of people have been sickened across the country with symptoms such as...
Former Indiana star Eric Gordon agrees to deal with 76ers, his 17th NBA season
Former IU basketball star and Indiana Mr. Basketball Eric Gordon's NBA career will extend to 17 seasons. According to multiple reports on Sunday, Gordon has agreed to a one-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers for the 2024-25 season. Gordon's deal is expected to be for the veteran's minimum, which is estimated to be around $3.3 million for players with 10+ years of service.
Transplant Games of America 2024
Three Indianapolis residents who have received organ donations will represent Team Indiana at the 2024 Transplant Games of America, held from July 5-10 in Birmingham, Alabama. Jen Weber, now 50, was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis and a severe autoimmune disease at 36. She has had three double lung transplants since 2010. Weber will compete in […]
Predator Hunters Indiana report leads to arrest in Parke County
PARKE COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — An Indiana man has been arrested and charged with child solicitation after reportedly being in contact with the online group Predator Hunters Indiana. According to Parke County Sheriff Jason Frazier, the group contacted his office on June 30, with evidence collected of their interaction with a local man. Sheriff Frazier […]
Converting melon waste into bioplastics
Farmers and the Ag industry are always looking for innovation; both to drive demand, find ways to reduce waste products, and help the environment. We may focus a lot on things like biofuels, aviation fuels, and other products for which our corn and soybeans are used. But we also know...
Holcomb announces Warrick County judicial appointment
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Governor Eric Holcomb announced the appointment of Brett Roy to the Warrick County Superior Court #2. Roy has been the chief public defender in Warrick County since 2021. According to a release from Holcomb’s office, Roy was previously a self-employed attorney in Boonville and served as a part-time public defender. He […]
Win Tickets to the Tri-State’s Most Exciting 90’s Music Festival
The Spencer County Music Fest will welcome several artists, including David Lee Murphy, Confederate Railroad, and Georgette Jones, daughter of George Jones. Here's how to win tickets:. There is something new coming to Spencer County this year, and if you're a fan of 90s music, you need to listen up....
Child dies in Warrick County after being struck by vehicle
EVANSVILLE — A 1-year-old child died after being struck by a vehicle in Warrick County Sunday evening. The Warrick County Sheriff's Office and Warrick County Coroner’s Office are investigating the incident that occurred at a residence in the 7000 block of Lincoln Trail Road, north of Tennyson. "A...
EVSC School Board member convicted for allowing drug dealing at her bar
According to a report in the Evansville Courier and Press, Evansville school board member Amy Word was found guilty on Friday of maintaining a common nuisance after a three-day trial. The verdict was confirmed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office spokesperson, Ellora Daily, shortly before 12:30 p.m. The trial took place in Sullivan County due to significant media coverage in Evansville.
WATCH: Video shows moments after shooting in Newburgh
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WFIE) - Deputies are investigating a shooting at a quiet neighborhood on Newburgh’s north side. Deputies were called to the 2800 block of Joellen Lane shortly before 6:15 p.m. That neighborhood is just west of Castle High School. A witness who shared video with us told police...
Southern Indiana Garden Shop Set to Close Saying Business is ‘No Longer Sustainable’
In 2020, amid the global pandemic, what started as a "leap of faith" for one Evansville, Indiana area entrepreneur is reportedly coming to an close. In October of 2020, Kiwi's Garden Center opened its doors with a brick and mortar location just off the Lloyd Expressway, at 100 North First Avenue in Evansville. For almost four years now, they have sold both common and rare houseplants, along with gardening supplies and a whole host of unique gift ideas.
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