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More teens being involved and even winning public office

HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – This most recent election cycle brought many firsts: Texas electing its first Latina governor, Atlanta electing its first Black woman as governor and many first-time representatives and senators being elected to Congress. Amidst the fallout, another milestone was reached: teenagers being elected to public office. 19-year-old Daniel Darris-O’Connor of Billerica, Massachusetts […]

Henderson, KY · 1d

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Todd County School Board Purchases New Buses, Secures Vocational Grant Funding

The Todd County School District moved to purchase two new school buses and announced vocational grant funding at the board’s working and regular meetings this week. The district will purchase two school buses for $361,550, a decision that comes as rising vehicle costs continue to outpace the district’s funding growth.

Todd County, KY · 1d
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HMP&L work continues on Watson Lane this week

HMP&L will continue working along Watson Lane from Sunset Lane on the west through the U.S. 41 intersection to Stone Gate Drive on the East. This includes work north along Brinson Drive and adjacent to Henderson Chevy. Work will be performed between 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Henderson, KY · 1d
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School Spotlight on Jonathan Elementary (Marshall County): Strengthening Literacy Through Shared Learning

At Jonathan Elementary School in Marshall County, teachers are strengthening literacy instruction by learning together, putting new strategies into practice and examining how students respond. Through a partnership with the Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) Division of Early Literacy, the school is connecting collaborative preparation with classroom coaching to make the most of its high-quality instructional resource (HQIR), “Wonders.”

Marshall County, KY · 2d
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Unmarked mass burials discovered in Daviess County

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — Only two headstones remain at a cemetery tucked right behind Mount Zion Cumberland Presbyterian Church, but the discovery of over 50 unmarked burials has researchers working around the clock to uncover the identities and stories of those laid to rest here. “I’m flabbergasted that there are that many people,” says […]

Daviess County, KY · 2d

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Daviess County activates white flag for five days

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – According to the Daviess County Fiscal Court, a white flag warning has been activated. Officials say this is for November 12 through November 16 due to forecasted temperatures. Daviess County Emergency Management Director Mike Page notes temperatures or wind chill are forecasted to be at or below 32 degrees for the […]

Daviess County, KY · 14h

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Thanksgiving Dinner Planned for Daviess County Shelter Pets

Daviess County It Takes A Village is planning Thanksgiving dinner for shelter pets and needs donations of canned food and cottage cheese.

Daviess County, KY · 1d

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Apollo High senior accepted into US Air Force Academy

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — An Owensboro student has earned the opportunity of a lifetime. Apollo High School senior Kassi Hirt has been accepted to the United States Air Force Academy. She is the first person from Owensboro to attend the Air Force Academy. Hirt will be a part of 1,100 students in the academy making […]

Owensboro, KY · 2d

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Ground breaks for Ohio County health care facility

OHIO COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — A plot of land just off of I-165 is vacant and empty but soon it will be home to the new Ohio County Healthplex, bringing together Owensboro Health Services closer to home for residents in the area. “The more gas we can fill in the community to better serve our […]

Ohio County, KY · 1d

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Christmas in the Village returns to Yellow Creek Park Dec. 5

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. — Christmas in the Village returns to Yellow Creek Park in Daviess County on Dec. 5 with a new holiday market featuring local vendors and festive treats. The event takes place at Pioneer Village. Activities include cookie and ornament decorating, face painting, carolers and a visit with Santa Claus.

Daviess County, KY · 1d

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Measles reported in Henderson County

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials with the Green River District Health Department are investigating a case of measles in Henderson County. According to the Green River District Health Department, officials are following up with individuals identified as potentially exposed, but at this time they are not aware of any public exposure locations that need to […]

Henderson County, KY · 16h

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‘Every Life Remembered’: 4 unclaimed people given a final resting place in Warrick County.

WARRICK CO., Ind. (WFIE) - Four people with no legal next of kin were laid to rest Sunday afternoon at Bates Hill Cemetery Yankeetown, and the community showed up for them. The Warrick County Coroner’s Office held a graveside service for Perry Woodard, Martin Grimes, Steven Watkins and Mark Durden.

Warrick County, IN · 3d

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This Hidden Indiana Pioneer Village Lets You Step Into The 1850s, And Most People Never Heard Of It

Most people drive right past Perry County without knowing a remarkable piece of living history sits quietly nearby. A pioneer village in Cannelton, Indiana is one of those rare places where the past does not just sit behind glass. Authentic log cabins, a working blacksmith shop, stone ovens, and carefully...

Cannelton, IN · 1d

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Plan commission responds to commissioners’ disappointment over data center vote in Warrick Co.

WARRICK CO., Ind. (WFIE) - The Warrick County Area Plan Commission is defending its “unfavorable” recommendation on a proposed data center ordinance after county commissioners expressed disappointment with the vote. Plan commission president Jeff Valiant says the recommendation followed months of work and extensive public input. “Our members...

Warrick County, IN · 2d

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Date set for Owensboro 2026 Christmas tree lighting

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — A date has been set for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony at smothers park in Owensboro. Officials say people can enjoy Christmas carols from the Kentucky Youth Chorale, a preview of Owensboro Dance Theatre’s Nutcracker and the dancing lights spectacle. The tree lighting is set for 5 p.m. on November […]

Owensboro, KY · 2d

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Groundbreaking set for new Goodwill in Warrick County

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Ground will be broken today for a new Goodwill location in Warrick County. The new Goodwill will be on High Pointe Drive near the Newburgh Walmart. The store will also include a dedicated space for mission services, possibly for free digital skills classes and employee support programs. The groundbreaking set for […]

Warrick County, IN · 2d

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Warrick County community members gather to honor forgotten lives

WARRICK COUNTY (WEHT) — Bates Hill Cemetery laid four men to rest after sitting in the coroner’s office for years. Some remained unclaimed since 2022. The service included prayer and the laying of flowers on their grave. Officials say it is important to give the men a proper burial. For more information, click on the […]

Warrick County, IN · 3d

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Caldwell County Wins Region 1 All-Girls Small Cheer Championship (w/PHOTOS)

Caldwell County won its first regional cheerleading championship in three years Saturday, taking the Region 1 All-Girls Small division title at Owensboro High School. The Lady Tiger cheerleaders finished with a score of 79.20, edging runner-up Madisonville-North Hopkins by 2.8 points to capture the regional title. The championship was Caldwell...

Caldwell County, KY · 3d

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Transmission line planned to be built in eastern Henderson County

A 25-mile transmission line is planned to be built through eastern Henderson County, from the Reid substation on the site of Big Rivers in Webster County to a substation in Warrick County, Ind. Officials with the project say that it came about after the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, of MISO,...

Henderson County, KY · 4d

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Daviess Co., Ind. Health Department confirms positive measles case

DAVIESS CO., Ind. (WFIE) - Daviess County, Indiana, Health Department officials say a lab has confirmed a positive case of measles. Officials say measles is a very contagious disease caused by a virus. Officials say measles virus can stay in the air for up to two hours after the person...

Daviess County, IN · 1d