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West Lafayette's plans for the Levee continues to take shape
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — West Lafayette's plan to convert the Levee to a downtown-style grid of streets is continuing to take shape. The city is getting a first look at the possible street layout and the vision for a future Tapawingo Park. In 2020, West Lafayette developed its...
The space station will fly over central Indiana the next 2 mornings
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Fantastic weather has settled into central Indiana, making it the perfect opportunity to see the International Space Station. There are usually many passes from the space station in a given month, but most are too low on the horizon for us to see. Not to mention, sometimes our weather does not cooperate […]
'It's really dangerous': New mixture of deadly drugs hits Greater Cincinnati streets
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Severe skin wounds and an increased risk of overdose are raising concerns about a new mixture of drugs hitting the streets. It's popping up in many different forms all across Ohio, including Cincinnati. “We’re seeing more and more of these combinations in the illicit Ohio drug supply,”...
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.
Ohioans can now add their ID to their digital wallet
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A new program spearheaded by hometown Representative Willis Blackshear lets Ohioans forgo their physical state IDs — in most situations. Ohioans now have the option to upload their state IDs and driver’s licenses into a secure digital format they can access from the Wallet app of their iPhone or Apple Watch. […]
Ohio attorney general given names of registrations by noncitizens
(The Center Square) – Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose sent the names of nearly 600 noncitizens who registered to vote to Attorney General Dave Yost for possible prosecution. Of those 597, LaRose says 138 appear to have voted in an election in Ohio when federal records showed they were not citizens. “I’m duty-bound to make sure people who haven’t yet earned citizenship in this country do not vote in...
Hospice care explained in upcoming program at GPL
GREENVILLE – If you are caring for an aging family member, or may be in the future, you won’t want to miss this informative program at Greenville Public Library! At 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3, EverHeart Hospice will be stopping by the library to debunk many of the myths surrounding Hospice care.
Whirledge and Jazz Band to perform
GREENVILLE — Concerts in the Park will feature the Greenville Municipal Jazz Band at the Marling Band Shell in the beautiful Greenville City Park. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25. The concert will feature the wonderful vocal stylings of Chelsea Whirledge with the band. You will hear wonderful jazz, pop and rock music in the beautiful Marling Band Shell located in the Greenville City Park.
Fairmont beats Alter 24-7, Firebirds win Battle of Kettering for fourth straight year
KETTERING, Ohio (WDTN) – For the fourth consecutive season Fairmont defeated Alter in the Battle of Kettering, as the Firebirds win the 57th edition of the cross-town rivalry 27-4 in Thursday night’s season opener. Fairmont has now won five of the last six meetings against Alter. Running back Logan Doty posted a three-touchdown night for […]
Greenville mayor wants adult-use cannabis businesses banned for good
GREENVILLE, Ohio (WDTN) — Greenville mayor’s proposed total ban on marijuana businesses is getting pushback from some city council members. Last December, Greenville city council members voted to place a temporary ban on adult-use cannabis operations. However, Mayor Jeff Whitaker wants to make the ban permanent, saying it’s a contradiction of the anti-drug message promoted […]
AES Ohio making significant changes to all accounts
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — AES Ohio customers will soon see major changes to their account. Starting Aug. 28, AES Ohio will be replacing the outdated customer system with new technology. Once the new system is enacted, each customer will receive a new account number. Customers will also have more options to manage their account with […]
Smith to serve eight to 12 years for attempted rape
GREENVILLE — Donald J. Smith, 34, of Greenville was sentenced on Aug. 19 for one count of attempted rape, a second degree felony after entering a guilty plea. A pre-sentencing investigation report was prepared by the Adult Probation Department, and the Court considered comments made by the prosecuting attorney, defense counsel, and the defendant. Having considered all the record, oral, and written statements, the pre-sentence investigation, and the principles and purposes of sentencing, the court proceeded to sentence Smith on the amended charge.
Eerie evidence leads to ‘Railroad Spike Killer’ David Lee Myers’ jail release after mom found dead with stones in body
A MAN who has spent three decades on death row for killing a teen mom with a railroad spike has been released from prison. David Lee Myers, famously nicknamed the railroad spike killer, is now on house arrest as he awaits a new trial for the 1988 murder of 18-year-old Amanda Jo Maher.
Earlham College welcomes largest fall entering class in 5 years
Earlham College opens the new academic year today with its largest fall entering class in five years. The Class of 2028 features students hailing from 26 states and 29 countries. Nearly 22 percent of the class comes to Earlham from outside the United States, a welcoming sign that international enrollment is returning to pre-Covid pandemic levels.
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