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Carmi teens with Down syndrome crowned Prom King and Queen
CARMI, Ill. (WFIE) - Carmi-White High School celebrated a heartwarming moment two teens will remember for the rest of their lives. The school voted Layton Sauls and Lauren Bratcher, who both have Down syndrome, their 2024 Prom King and Queen. Photos shared with 14 News by CWC teacher Tracy Orr...
Smith Mills FD honors those who helped with March rescue
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Smith Mills Fire Department (SMFD) honored those who helped out with a grain bin rescue. A spokesperson says on Saturday night the firefighters and rescue squad members who responded to the March 20 Highway 268 grain bin rescue were honored by the Smith Mills FD for a successful rescue. Fire officials […]
Man sentenced to 12 years for selling meth in Posey County
POSEY CO., Ind. (WFIE) - A Mount Vernon man has been sentenced to prison for selling meth in Posey County. Officials say that man is 61-year-old Birchie Jr. Stillwagoner. On Wednesday, April 24, Stillwagoner was sentenced to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including dealing meth and maintaining a common nuisance.
Over 800 customers without power in Morganfield area
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – LG&E and KU Energy LLC reports that over 800 customers were without power in the Morganfield area on Saturday morning. According to KU’s outage map, crews began working on restoring power at 9:56 a.m. on Saturday, and it is estimated that customers will have their power back by 12:30 p.m.. You […]
SIC’s Forensics Falcons earn bronze at national competition
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A Norris City, Illinois, native won a national competition in Reno, Nevada. According to Southeastern Illinois College (SIC), the SIC Forensic Falcons ended a successful season in Reno on April 6, earning bronze medals in both team and individual events and team overall sweepstakes. The Falcons also captured several individual medals […]
It’s complicated: Posey County signs plea for another chance
POSEY COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT) – Do you know someone in Posey County searching for a long lost love? A set of mysterious road signs have drivers speculating on who they might be directed toward. On Indiana 66 in Posey County, there are several road signs that are out and grabbing the attention of drivers passing […]
KYTC high water report for April 26, 2024
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has reopened more roads as of 1 p.m. April 26. Officials say KY 130 in Henderson County has now reopened, leaving the three roadways in Union County as the only ones in the area blocked by flooding. The KYTC says these are the roads that have […]
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