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Swiss Wine Festival Returns to Vevay August 22-25
There is something for everyone to enjoy at the festival. (Vevay, Ind.) – Wine, music, rides, food, and more will highlight the annual Swiss Wine Festival. The four-day event takes place Thursday, August 22 through Sunday, August 25 in Vevay. This year, gate admission is free. The Wine &...
Gary repeals welcoming ordinance amid threats from AG Rokita
Three of the four municipalities threatened with legal action by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita have rescinded their local immigration policies. (Photo/Marilyn Odendahl) The Gary Common Council repealed the city’s welcoming ordinance last week, becoming the third municipality to change or rescind its immigration policy, after being threatened with a lawsuit by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita.
Stomach illness outbreak traced to Northern Kentucky public pool, 12 cases identified
ERLANGER, Ky. (WKRC) - A public pool in Northern Kentucky appears to be the source of an outbreak of cryptosporidium. That's a stomach illness that's caused by a parasite in infected feces. It causes cramps, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. So far, 12 cases have been identified, and 20 more people...
Hallmark Channel to film Christmas short in Norton Commons next week
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — You've heard of Christmas in July, but now it's Christmas in August at Norton Commons. The Hallmark Channel will be in Norton Commons beginning Tuesday, Aug. 20 through Thursday, Aug. 22 filming a Christmas short. The filming will be by the South Village Lawn around the fountain on Meeting Street.
'Praise God I was there': Jersey Mike's Subs employee saves customer's life
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Drew McConnell was working as usual on Thursday at Jersey Mike's Subs when a customer was in need of emergency assistance. "There was a lady that came over to the counter asking for help, I looked up and saw someone was choking," McConnell said. McConnell immediately...
Photo of west Louisville teen walking down the street while reading goes viral
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A photo of a teenager walking in west Louisville caught a lot of attention on social media. If you look closely, he's not holding a phone. He's holding a book. A Louisville man snapped the photo on his way home from work near 39th Street. He...
2 Caneyville residents facing drug, child endangerment charges after dropping off 2 kids at school
Two Caneyville residents, one given shock probation on a felony drug charge, have been arrested on drug and endangering the welfare of a minor charges. Wednesday morning at approximately 7:50, Grayson County Deputy and Caneyville Elementary School Resource Officer Caleb Owens attempted a traffic stop on a 2007 Nissan Altima containing two occupants as the vehicle was leaving the school after dropping off “their two small children,” according to the arrest citation.
Coach TV: Indiana DC Bryant Haines details fall camp, his close relationship with Curt Cignetti and more
Watch and listen to what Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines said Friday afternoon following fall practice. It's the first time all offseason that Haines has met with the media.
Local leaders honored at Indiana Leadership Forum
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Earlier this week, three local leaders were honored at the Indiana Leadership Forum. The program is for any Hoosier wanting to learn more about government, advocacy, local and state politics, and how those things interact with the business world. The class of 2024 included Thrive CEO Ryan Keller, who says […]
Orr Fellowship accepting applications for 2025 cohort
Steven Emch and Colton Haymon are part of a program called the Orr Fellowship, which is dedicated to developing the next generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs. The Orr Fellowship is an early career development program for high-achieving individuals and future-focused businesses in Indiana. The Fellowship announced today that it is now accepting applications for […]
Marion County voting event doubles as a call to action, as low voter turnout persists
Indiana consistently ranks in the bottom of voter participation and turnout. A recent event held on the anniversary of the 59th signing of the Voter Rights Act doubled as a call to action. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 outlawed discriminatory voting practices that included poll taxes and literacy tests...
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