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Sharon Lunsford
Sharon Lunsford, of Dale, passed away at 12:40 on July 11, 2024. Born to Seibert and Pauline Crose, she was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her husband, Charles Lunsford; daughters, Tina Gould and Dustin Gould, Stefanie Crafton and Charles Crafton; and stepson Brian Lunsford and Brenda; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild, that her life revolved around.
Local birth
Lindsey and Kurt Rottet of Ferdinand, Ind. announce the birth of Scarlett Annamarie Rollet, a girl, born on July 8 at Memorial Hospital in Jasper, Ind. Siblings are Abraham (8), Marshall (6) and Amelia (4). Grandparents are Stacey LaGrange and John LaGrange of Santa Claus, Ind. and Pastor Patty Rottet and Terry Rottet of Jasper, Ind. Great-grandparents are Brenda Goffinet and Carroll Ray Goffinet of Tell City, Ind. and Ann LaGrange of Mariah Hill, Ind.
Update: Stranger comes forward to be tested for former fire chief’s kidney match
BOONVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - We have some good news to report that comes after a story we told you about Thursday night. The wife of former Boonville Fire Chief Steve Byers tells us there has been a huge response to the story about her husband’s search to find a new kidney.
Annual 'Stuff the Bus' event is back in time for the new school year
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) - The ‘Stuff the Bus’ event is back in the Vanderburgh and Warrick County area to help hundred of families as the countdown to the new school year begins. The Salvation Army and many other organizations strive to provide school supplies for any students in...
What’s Going Into This Old Building in Boonville, Indiana?
For a while, there has been some "top secret" work being done to the old Rudolph Brothers building in Boonville. We now know what is going to open up at that location, and it's going to be awesome!. If you have been driving down Main Street in Boonville over the...
You can help the Salvation Army ‘stuff the bus’ with school supplies
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - 14 News is your Back to School headquarters. The Salvation Army’s annual “Stuff The Bus” supply drive is going on now. This is your chance to help families getting ready to send kids back to school in Vanderburgh and Warrick Counties. You can...
Get on the ‘Spirit of Jasper’ for a beer and pizza ride September 21
JASPER- The Spirit of Jasper Train will host a pizza and beer ride on Saturday, September 21 from 6:00- 8:30 pm. Passengers will receive two beer tickets and unlimited pizza during this ride. Be sure to get your tickets now because this is the only Pizza and Beer ride of the 2024 season. Climb on board to enjoy a climate-controlled train, comfortable seating, and a cash bar.
Southern Indiana Town Named One of the 15 Best Small Towns in the Nation
Smithsonian Magazine recently named the best small towns to visit across the U.S. and one Southern Indiana town made the list. There's something quaint and cozy about the feel of a small town. That's why many of us like to take vacations or weekend trips to cabins in remote locations. It's a way to escape the hustle and bustle of the daily grind. Every year Smithsonian Magazine highlights the best of small towns from all across the United States. As Smithsonian says, small towns truly make up the heart of America. These are places where the community will come together to celebrate the history of the area, and where many families live and work, and have done so for generations.
07/12/24 SUNNY’S MORNING BRAINTEASER
The average American says THIS phrase out loud three times a day?. Congratulations to Cindy Kippenbrock of Huntingburg, Indiana for being the SMARTEST PERSON ON THE PLANET this morning and getting hooked up with a 3 and 3 deal from Sunny’s!
Mallon Anne Habig, 67, Jasper
Mallon Anne Habig, 67, of Jasper, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Legacy Living in Jasper. Mallon was born in Jasper, Ind., on October 11, 1956, to Anthony and Audrey (Dineen) Habig. In her younger years, Mallon lived in Europe and spent much of her time traveling the...
Steel pan instructor convicted of producing child pornography
CHRISTIANSTED — A federal jury convicted a St. Croix man on production of child pornography and second-degree rape charges, authorities said. Dante Edison James. 28, now awaits sentencing on a date to be set by U.S. District Judge Wilma Lewis, U.S. Attorney Delia L. Smith said. For his conviction,...
McAllister Recreation seeks adults for upcoming Daycation trip to French Lick
McAllister Recreation is looking to attract more adults for its popular Daycation program, which has been a success thus far. The next trip is planned for the end of July, offering participants a day of shopping, sightseeing, and dinner in French Lick. Those interested in joining the Daycation can register...
75 Years of America’s First Theme Park
While on a recent visit to the park, I picked up a copy of Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari: 75 Years of America’s First Theme Park book by Jim Futrell, Ron Gustafson, Dave Hahner, Nell Hedge, Leah Koch. It celebrates the history of the Koch family, the origins of Santa Claus, Indiana, and the early years of Santa Claus Land (as it was originally called). The story continues with the transformation from Santa Claus Land to Holiday World, the addition of the park’s famous trio of top-ranked wooden roller coasters, and the development of Splashin’ Safari Water Park.
St. Croix Man Convicted of Child Pornography and Rape Charges
ST. CROIX — United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced today that a federal jury convicted Dante James, 28, of St. Croix, on production of child pornography and second-degree rape charges. James awaits sentencing on a date to be set by District Judge Wilma Lewis. For his conviction, James...
Foundation Earns Nomination for Charity Navigator Community Choice Award
Charity Navigator, the nation's largest and most influential nonprofit evaluator, has named the Memorial Hospital Foundation in the medium-sized organization category in the 2024 Community Choice Awards. The announcement was made on July 8, 2024, and deadline for round one voting is Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The nomination comes as...
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