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HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — After more than a century, bourbon is making a comeback in Henderson. Rhythm River Distillery is set to open this weekend at 405 North Main Street. The over $5,000,000 project will produce bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka and gin. The facility will also feature a cocktail bar, tasting room and gift shop. […]
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 12, 2026) — Kentucky’s growing film industry is gaining momentum with the upcoming premiere of a locally produced Christmas movie and the launch of a new streaming platform designed to showcase Kentucky-made entertainment. Louisville personal injury attorney and film producer Jeremy Winton is helping lead...
The National Weather Service says a strong cold front will push through tomorrow evening dropping temperatures into the freezing zone. In Frankfort, State Senator Robby Mills says he is grateful that his colleagues have allowed him to continue to serve as the Majority Caucus Chair for another 2 years. In fact, the Senate Majority Caucus’ five leaders will continue serving in their current roles for the upcoming term. Senator Mills serves as the Senate Majority Caucus Chair. He says Senate President Robert Stivers has helped guide income tax reductions, pension reforms and increased funding for public education, as well as energy reliability for the Commonwealth.
South Middle School held its 46th Veterans Day service Wednesday, when Brigadier Gen. (Ret.) Steve Bullard spoke about remembering the importance of veterans in our lives. Bullard said that veterans served in such a way that there was an assumption of risk in the work they did, something that “sets the veteran apart from society.”
INDIANA — A conditional tornado risk is in place Wednesday afternoon into the early evening across parts of Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Shallow thunderstorms are expected to develop near the Illinois and Indiana border between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. before pushing east with a cold front. The overall threat is small, but an isolated damaging wind gust of up to 60 mph or a brief, weak tornado cannot be ruled out between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - There’s a growing concern about the number of measles cases in Kentucky. Yesterday, we learned about one confirmed case in Henderson County, and this is on top of the over 200 cases across Kentucky. Now it’s a waiting game to see if the numbers continue...
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Doctors are sounding the alarm after a nationwide measles outbreak made its way to the Tri-State. More than 5,000 measles cases have been reported across the country. Two cases have been reported in the Tri-State. One case was reported in Daviess County, Indiana, and another in Henderson County. Infectious Disease Doctor […]
Henderson households could see their electric bills climb in steps starting in January 2027, with Henderson Municipal Power & Light officials proposing four separate rate increases that would add up to about 21% by June 2028. The utility says the hikes are needed to cover higher purchased-power costs along with rising operating, maintenance and capital expenses.
(This article first appeared in the November print edition of the Hendersonian.) Nearly every generation has a “boy band” it’s fallen in love with. Maybe for pop music fans of an earlier era it was The Osmonds or The Jackson 5. Later, groups like New Kids on...
Time to flush last night out of our minds. Kenny Brooks and the Kentucky women’s basketball team hit the court again tonight at 6:30 to take on Evansville. The Purple Aces are 0-2 on the year, but college basketball can be funny. Tonight will be a good test of whether Kenny Brooks’ squad can avoid that dreaded hangover. After a big win against NC State, it’s possible they could come out slow and lethargic.
