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Road closure planned for State Road 68 in Gibson Co.
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced a road closure for State Road 68 in Gibson County. Officials say beginning on or around August 23, crews will close State Road 68 in Gibson County near Haubstadt. This closure will occur over Big Creek. This road closure will allow crews to […]
Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball falls to Lincoln 2 – 0
A tough game against a strong team to start off our season. Struggled with one aspect of the game in the first set and a different aspect in the second set. Overall, I am proud of how we played even if the score does not reflect it. We know what we need to do to get better and we definitely will with this team.
Indiana’s First Donut and Beer Festival Is Happening in Evansville this October
This family-friendly festival celebrates breakfast and brews. Over the past several years, we've seen the popularity of food-based festivals skyrocket. Evansville is no stranger to hosting festivals surrounding different types of food. And there's something unique about being able to go to one place and try out different variations on your favorite food or beverage. One festival heading to Evansville is very unique as it celebrates breakfast and brews.
Man gets gun pointed at his face; he says “not cool”
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A Louisiana woman was arrested in Evansville Wednesday after she was accused of pointing a gun at man during an argument. Evansville Police say they were dispatched to a hotel on Stahl Road after a call was made about a woman yelling she was going to kill someone. Police made contact […]
Evansville diner owner ordered to pay $390K to employees in back wages, damages
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — The owner of an Evansville diner has been ordered to pay nearly $400,000 in back wages and damages to dozens of employees. Back in March, 44News reported on the US Department of Labor investigation underway into Friendship Diner and its owner, Bardhyl Shabani. Now, the...
Big Expansion Coming to Vincennes’ Wabash Steel
Wabash Steel is investing 2.5 million dollars in its Vincennes plant to install equipment allowing complex steel cleaning and preparation. Wabash Steel’s Operations vice-president Jason Turk says the new equipment will be fully installed in 2025. When installed, he expects it will dramatically improve productivity, and increase its workforce by about 10 workers.
Landmark merger for Nix Industrial and Huncilman in Indiana
NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WEHT) – Statistics show that a business will last 24 years. But for Nix Industrial and Huncilman, they’re defying the odds with the announcement of a landmark merger of a 5th and 4th generational business. With state government officials in attendance, Nix and Huncilman make it official. Indiana Secretary of State, Diego […]
Some Floyd County residents speak out over proposed development they fear will upend quiet lives
NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WDRB) -- Louisville has seen nearly 9,000 people leave the area since 2020, many heading across the river to southern Indiana where development is growing. Some of those who left the city for smaller schools, less traffic, and a life in the country are fighting to keep their quiet lives quiet.
Democrats trying to reverse election losses in rural America urge focus on economy
CHICAGO –– Democrats should focus on pocketbook issues to win back rural voters, speakers including Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said at a Rural Council meeting at the Democratic National Convention Tuesday. Beshear urged the group of rural Democrats to reject social issues and a left-right ideological framing. Most voters, he said, were not worried about […]
KY housing shortage will worsen without action, low-income renters most vulnerable, says study
LOUISVILLE — A leader of a national real estate research firm says if no action is taken over the next five years on Kentucky’s housing shortage, more Kentuckians could be forced to live in substandard housing, live with family or friends in crowded spaces, deal with severe housing costs or become homeless. Patrick Bowen, the […]
Former judge found guilty of criminal mischief following incident in Auburn
LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – A former judge for District 7 has been found guilty on a charge of criminal mischief stemming from an incident in Auburn. Sue Carol Browning, 60, of Auburn was found guilty on one count of second-degree criminal mischief on Wednesday during a jury trial at Logan District Court, according to court documents.
Accident in Owensboro causes power outage for hundreds
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A non-injury accident in Owensboro causes a major power outage for residents in the area, Owensboro Police Department confirms. Daviess County Dispatch confirms the initial call came in at 5:17 p.m. in reference to a motor vehicle accident with no injuries near East 4th Street and Crittenden Street. OPD says this […]
So. Indiana Ronald McDonald House “Clays for a Cause” Fundraiser Blends Fun, Food, and Firepower for Families in Need
When it comes to fundraisers, some people enjoy getting dressed up and going to a fancy gala type of event, while others prefer to go shopping for school supplies, toys, or food items - and then there are the people who want to grab a rifle and shoot something...for charity! The Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley had that last group of folks in mind when they created the Clays for a Cause fundraiser.
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