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EVSC School Board has less than a month to fill Amy Word’s seat
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - When the jury returned a guilty verdict against Amy Word on Friday, she was no longer an EVSC School Board member. That’s according to EVSC Board Attorney, Pat Shoulders, who tells us that’s the state statute. He says the board has 30 days from...
Huntingburg restaurant closing after more than 14 years
HUNTINGBURG, Ind. (WFIE) - Old School Cafe in Huntingburg will close two weeks. The owners shared the news on Facebook, saying they’ve sold the building. The last day in business in July 14. The restaurant on 4th Street in downtown Huntingburg has been open for 14 and a half...
Gillman Do it Best Home Centers acquires Goecker Building Supplies
Gillman Do it Best Home Centers has acquired Goecker Building Supplies, a building materials supplier with locations in North Vernon and Seymour, Indiana. The acquisition aligns with Gillman Home Centers’ commitment to community-focused, value-driven service and marks an expansion of its footprint in the Indiana home improvement market. This announcement marks the company’s 17th and 18th locations throughout central Indiana and southwestern Ohio.
Redevelopment Commission Hears Updates on Jasper Municipal Pool Project
The Jasper Redevelopment Commission’s meeting on Tuesday morning provided new updates on the municipal pool project’s progress. A claim from Hafer Associates for approximately $9500 was approved by the Commission for services related to the construction of Jasper’s new outdoor pool. The total contract with Hafer is for $469,000 with $12,000 in reimbursable expenses. So far, just under $400,000 has been utilized. The Commission heard that Hafer anticipates needing to use the full contract amount, and has asked for addendum to be added for services provided for a land survey, so the total is expected to increase.
Jasper’s historic Ruxer Field, transitioning from grass to turf
JASPER, Ind. (WFIE) - Big changes are underway, for one of the most historic and iconic baseball fields in the Tri-State area. Yes, the end of an era has come, for Jasper’s Ruxer Field. It’s been an all-natural grass and dirt field, since it’s inception, but now, they are tearing up that surface and replacing it with a brand-new, all-turf field. The project is estimated to cost just over $2 million, and be finished later this year.
Ivy Tech Madison Announces Dr. Melissa Newcomb D.V.M. as Program Chair in Proposed Veterinary Nursing Program
MADISON, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Madison is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Melissa Newcomb D.V.M. as Program Chair in the proposed associate-degree-level Veterinary Nursing program. Newcomb brings over 20 years of veterinary experience, as well as over 17 years of experience in education. Newcomb received...
Evansville Regatta meets with hydroplane racer on the riverfront
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Monday, the Evansville Regatta met with a hydroplane racer on the riverfront. We’re told they stopped by while going to Madison, Indiana, from Guntersville, Alabama. Several people came out to meet the racer and see their hydroplane. President of Evansville Regatta Jason Gardner spoke with...
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 […]
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...
Supreme Court: Cities can arrest homeless for sleeping outside. Evansville doesn't plan to
EVANSVILLE — Mayor Stephanie Terry's administration will not pursue any policy changes locally after the Supreme Court's ruling that city's can arrest or fine homeless people for sleeping outside. The case, Johnson vs. Grant's Pass, was decided Friday morning in a 6-3 decision. Justice Neil Goursch delivered the majority...
B-Town Diner to close before end of July
B-Town Diner, located on 211 N. Walnut St., will close before the end of July, the owners announced June 9 via Facebook. The owners, Jason and Meranda Bush, first opened the diner’s doors in March of 2014. “As with many small businesses who barely got through COVID-19, we just...
Indiana softball loses young players, adds new faces in offseason
After an early exit in the NCAA tournament regional in mid-May, Indiana softball has experienced changes in the roster for next season. The transfer portal is playing a significant role in reshaping the team. To start off the Hoosiers’ offseason, head coach Shonda Stanton saw significant losses to some of...
Bloomington Police awarded by Indiana State Police
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana State Police have awarded the Bloomington Police Department as the 2023 Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Affiliate of the Year. The ICAC Task Force is a multiagency task force that investigates and prosecutes persons who use the internet to sexually exploit or...
A look at IU football’s 2024 opponents: Week 6 — Northwestern
With college football season starting to creep up, we’re running down Indiana’s schedule to preview all 12 opponents for 2024. Indiana reaches the halfway point of the 2024 season with a road game at Northwestern. The Wildcats are playing their home games this year at alternate sites, with Ryan Field under construction. They were one of the biggest surprises in the country last year — coming off a 1-11 season in 2022 and after firing head coach Pat Fitzgerald in July in the wake of hazing allegations, Northwestern enjoyed a winning season under Big Ten Coach of the Year David Braun.
Lineup of events for the 4th of July weekend in Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON– Most July 4 weather forecasts call for rain and thunderstorms, but barring genuinely severe weather, the Fourth of July Parade will take place as planned in Bloomington. The parade is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. at College Avenue and Tenth Street. From there, 59 different parade entries...
City of Bloomington Utilities issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for 14 addresses
BLOOMINGTON – On Tuesday, July 3, 2024, City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) crews were dispatched to repair a broken drinking water main at the South Rogers and West 1st Street intersection. Fourteen addresses are under a precautionary Boil Water Advisory until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, unless...
Three Hoosiers Among 10 Highest Graded Defensive Transfers in College Football
D'Angelo Ponds, CJ West and Shawn Asbury II are expected to be some of Indiana football's top incoming transfers on defense during coach Curt Cignetti's first season in 2023.
Wisconsin Badgers Miss Out on Talented 2025 DL Drayden Pavey
On Tuesday, high school defensive lineman Drayden Pavey committed to the Purdue Boilermakers over Wisconsin and Indiana. Pavey is the Boilermakers’ first interior defensive lineman recruit for 2025 under head coach Ryan Walters. Pavey's commitment leaves the Wisconsin Badgers defensive line recruiting class at two recruits coming in next season.
Shepherd Joins Indiana Women’s Golf Staff
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana women's golf head coach Brian May completed his coaching staff with the addition of assistant coach Ivy Shepherd, the program announced on Tuesday. "I am so excited that Ivy has decided to join the Hoosier family," May said. "She brings a wealth of golf knowledge...
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