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Rita J. Marsili, 68, Tell City
Rita J. Esarey Marsili, 68, passed away on July 3, 2024, after a brief illness at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 16, 1956, to Gilbert and Ruth (Harpenau) Esarey. She was united in marriage to Frank Marsili on July 13, 2002. They were married...
Two Warrick County Salons Hosting Free Back to School Haircuts
School will be starting up before you know it. If your kiddos need to get a nice haircut before they go back to school, you're in luck!. Summer break is nearing its end. It feels like just yesterday, the kiddos were getting out of school and eager to take advantage of summer. In about a month's time, kids will be returning to school. That means now is the time when parents are planning out their back-to-school shopping lists. Clothes, shoes, and school supplies don't come cheap, especially for those who have multiple children. Some families cannot afford all of the required school supplies. Throw in new clothes for school because they outgrew their clothes from last year, which can put many in a bind...especially with the way the economy has been. Then, you want to make sure your kiddos look presentable before school with a fresh haircut. All of that money adds up, and two Warrick County salons recognize that. So they want to help take a little bit of pressure off of your shoulders by offering free back-to-school haircuts!
Ray Bawel, 93, Jasper
Ray Bawel, 93, of Jasper, passed away at home surrounded by family at 10:36 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Ray was born on November 21, 1930, in Boonville, Indiana, to Fred and Edna (Hahn) Bawel. He married Mary Ann Witte on January 2, 1954. He was a graduate and...
Mother and Daughter Shot in St. Croix Housing Community on Independence Day
ST. CROIX — A violent altercation in the Candido Guadalupe Terrace housing community on July 4 resulted in a mother and her 15-year-old daughter being shot, the V.I. Police Department has confirmed. The suspect, identified as 52-year-old Miguel A. Marrero, opened fire following a confrontation regarding a fight between his son and the victim's daughter.
“Dangerous” Subject Of Felony Warrants Arrested Saturday In Cannelton
CANNELTON, In. (07/06/24) – An Indiana man named on felony warrants was taken into custody following a search Saturday afternoon in the Cannelton area. 40-year-old Donald Ray Cronin was wanted on charges including unlawful possession of firearm as well as meth and marijuana as well as an out-of-state warrant. Cronin was considered “dangerous” by authorities but the Perry County Sheriff’s Department and Indiana State Police located and arrested Cronin without incident. He was lodged in the Perry County Detention Center.
Ronald Eugene Holsclaw
Ronald Eugene Holsclaw, 82, of Tell City, Indiana passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. The Louisville native was born August 3, 1941, to the late John Holsclaw and Dorothy Hurley Holsclaw. Ron graduated from Shawnee High School, class of 1960. He was a retiree of The National Asbestos Workers Union as an Insulator. He loved to travel. His favorite part of the USA was the American West. Ron enjoyed a good meal, especially at the Riverview Restaurant on the Ohio River, dancing and classic cars. He was a generous man with a sense of humor.
VI Port Authority Approves New HERA and CEKA Airport Terminal Concepts
The Board of Governors of the Virgin Islands Port Authority approved the concept for a new terminal building at the Henry E. Rohlsen Airport on St. Croix, as presented by VIports Partners. VIports also presented its concept for the Cyril E. King Airport Terminal on St. Thomas, which includes renovation of the existing terminal within its current footprint and expansion of the second floor for passenger use. The presentation of the proposed concepts was made during the VIPA Board Committee of the Whole meeting on June 27.
In pushing for life sentence, prosecutors name participants in Fahie drug conspiracy
ST. CROIX — Federal prosecutors have objected to a draft pre-sentence investigation report filed by Andrew Fahie and have asked a federal judge to impose a life sentence on the former premier of the British Virgin Islands. Fahie, 53, who was convicted on cocaine-trafficking and money laundering charges in...
Severe rain floods parts of Jasper
JASPER, Ind. (WEHT) – Severe rain in Southern Indiana caused flash flooding in Jasper on Wednesday. The flooding closed the intersections of Brescher Drive and Skyview Drive. The flooding also drowned cars, filled drains and roadways. According to several social media posts, locals have also reportedly had to park cars on higher roads to avoid […]
Battletown Blowout continues to bring community together
Battletown Community Park hosted their annual “Battletown Blowout” on Saturday, June 29th. The yearly summer celebration is a free event the Board of Directors holds to bring the community together and help raise donations to fund the festivities and future improvements to the small park. Although the event name has changed a few times over the years, there has been a community picnic at this location nearly every year since the park was created in 1969, just one year after a board of directors was originally elected by the community to help fulfill the dream of having a local park.
“We just miss our daughter so bad, but the support has been great”: Tell City remembers SGT. Glenn one year later
It's been one year since Tell City Police Sergeant Heather Glenn was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call at a hospital. The Tell City Police Department parked her cruiser in front of the station to remember and honor her on this anniversary.
One year anniversary of the death of Sgt. Heather Glenn
Tell City police placed Glenn's cruiser in front of their station for family and friends to come pay their respects. One year later: Sgt. Heather Glenn's death in the line of duty. The Tell City Police Department displayed Sgt. Glenn's cruiser in front of the police station for family and...
Indiana Destination Named ‘Most Charming Small Town” in the Entire State
Multiple sites have claimed to have found the most charming small town in Indiana, but this is a new one that might surprise you. Indiana is full of a lot of great small towns. As someone who is from a small town in Indiana, I am proud of where I come from. Boonville, Indiana is a great place to raise a family and to call home. I don't care what anyone says. If you have ever traveled through some of these small towns in Indiana, most of these little towns in the state are pretty charming. There's so much hometown pride in these small towns. Recently we have covered many of these small towns in articles such as the worst small towns in Indiana, an Indiana small town that makes you feel like you are in a Hallmark movie, and the best must-visit small town in Indiana.
Traffic Alert: Road closures in Jasper due to flooding
DUBOIS COUNTY, Ind. ( WEVV) — The Jasper Police Department announced a few road closures following flash flooding in the area. Officials say the intersection of 400 West and Brescher Drive and the intersection of 400 West and Skyview will be closed due to flooding. Stick with 44News on-air...
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