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Brad Byrd Throw Back: Returning to the scene of the 2005 tornado
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – When a tornado pummeled the Eastbrook Mobile Home Park on November 6, 2005, photojournalist John Simpson was there documenting the scene, until he said he had to step in and help. In 2015, Brad Byrd met with John Simpson at the sight of the damage to talk about his experience on […]
Author Gower speaks at HCPL
Much of the inspiration for the setting of Henderson native Nathan Gower’s debut novel, “The Act of Disappearing,” is inspired by his hometown. Though it’s called Gray Station in the novel, local readers will find descriptions of the town familiar. For example, a rusted railroad bridge spanning across the Ohio River plays a particularly important part in the book.
KSP Charges Two, Searching for Third Person in Burglary Investigation
KSP is still searching for one subject. Wheatcroft, KY (Webster County) – On May 29, 2018 the Kentucky State Police received a complaint stating people had been on property in Wheatcroft where they did not have permission. Trooper William Braden responded to the complaint, where he discovered Chazz Rodney,...
One person dead after early morning fire in Henderson County
One person was pronounced dead Friday after an early morning fire engulfed a home in Spottsville, Kentucky, officials said. The fatal incident was first reported to Henderson County 911 dispatchers before 2 a.m., prompting local law enforcement and firefighters to rush to the 6000 block of Old Henderson Spottsville Road.
2024 W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival returns to Henderson
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) — The W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival is returning to Henderson this week. W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival has become one of the largest FREE music festivals in the nation. It is supported entirely by donors and volunteers. The festival begins Wednesday, June 12th...
Planning commission recommends approval for medical cannabis zoning
The Henderson-Henderson County Joint Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a zoning ordinance which would allow medical cannabis facilities to locate within city limits. Now, the Henderson City Commission will hear the first reading of the ordinance at Tuesday’s regular meeting. A second reading is scheduled to follow...
State Tournament Walk-Off Winner
The Henderson County Lady Colonels faced off against the Anderson County Lady Bearcats in the Opening Round of the State Softball Tournament in Lexington this afternoon. In the bottom of the 1st inning, the Lady Colonels would score 1 run in the inning on a RBI single by junior pitcher Anna Kemp, as the Lady Colonels would have an early 1-0 lead heading into the top of the 2nd.
Experts share their 6 favorite local places to hike (and 5 more worth the drive)
EVANSVILLE — It's just one of those things about Evansville that people — well, serious hikers and people who hike less seriously — have to accept. "This area doesn’t have a ton of hiking," said Becca Carter, a Henderson, Kentucky, resident and "ambassador" of the Western Kentucky chapter of Hikerbabes.
Wathen Lane work could be completed earlier than thought
City officials are hopeful the Wathen Lane rebuild will be complete sooner than originally planned. According to a document from the city, the road is scheduled to be completed and open for drivers by Oct. 11. Officials at a late winter meeting said the road work would be completed by December 15.
McGraw Named 2024 Pathfinder Award Winner
HENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson Community College recently presented its 2024 Pathfinder of the Year Award to Margie McGraw, Computer Programming Teacher and Perkins/Work-Based Learning Coordinator, at Union County High School. The annual Pathfinder Award recognizes a local teacher or guidance counselor for exemplary efforts in assisting students with their...
Spottsville woman dies in house fire
A Spottsville woman most likely died of smoke inhalation in a house fire on Old Henderson Spottsville Road early Friday morning. The Henderson County Coroner’s Office Friday evening said that the preliminary ruling for cause of death for Margaret Basham, 86, was smoke inhalation. Spottsville Volunteer Fire Department received...
Ellis Park summer season set to begin July 4th
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) — Ellis Park Racing & Gaming is set to welcome back fans for the start of the 25-day summer season, featuring high-quality racing and family friendly events across the meet spanning July 4 through August 26. This season, live racing will be held three days a...
Henderson’s Comeback Sends Them Back to Semifinals
The Henderson County Lady Colonels faced off against the McCracken County Lady Mustangs in the Quarterfinals of the State Softball Tournament in Lexington this evening. In the top of the 1st inning, the Lady Colonels would score 2 runs in the inning on a 1 out, 2 run home run by senior catcher Hallie McCracken, as the Lady Colonels would have an early 2-0 lead heading into the bottom of the 1st.
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