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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 · 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 · 2d

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Water main hit in Henderson

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson County Water officials say a water main has been hit by a transportation crew. It happened Tuesday morning near 14614 KY Hwy 1078 South. Water service has been temporarily shut off from approximately 13305 to 14614 KY Hwy 1078 South while repairs are made. As...

Henderson County, KY · 2d

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Henderson County school board member steps down days after reelection

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - One week after winning reelection, a Henderson County school board member says he is stepping down. District 2 representative Joe McGarrh resigned on Monday, according to an announcement. Officials say McGarrh began serving on the school board in January 2023 and went unopposed in the recent...

Henderson County, KY · 2d

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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 · 1d

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Henderson city commissioners table rate hike discussion

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Tensions were high between residents and city utility officials over a proposed rate hike. Several residents attended a meeting on Tuesday to hear a presentation from Henderson municipal power and light and give feedback to city commissioners. Utility officials are asking for an increase due to higher costs for purchased power […]

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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 · 3d

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Henderson residents speak out against proposed electric rate increases

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson City Commissioners held a public hearing Tuesday on proposed rate increases from Henderson Municipal Power & Light. Yesterday, HMP&L officials told 14 News the proposed increases could add up to about 20 percent over the next couple years. Residents at Tuesday’s hearing said they’re already...

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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.

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Indiana carries out the first of 3 US executions taking place on a single day

An Indiana man who admitted killing his girlfriend's two children was executed early Thursday in the first of three lethal injections scheduled for the same day in the U.S.

Indiana · 8d

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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 · 4d

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Healthforce Kentucky Hosting Free "Otter Clinic" Family Experience

How cute is this? Kids can adopt an otter plushie and guide it through checkups. Here's how to attend. ⬇️

Owensboro, KY · 1d

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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 · 3d

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Crittenden County Takes 7th at Region Cheer Competition (w/PHOTOS)

Crittenden County’s cheerleading squad improved significantly over last year’s performance Saturday, finishing seventh in the Game Day Small division at the Region 1 Cheerleading Competition at Owensboro High School. The Lady Rockets posted a score of 75.50, finishing 3.1 points behind sixth-place Paducah Tilghman and 4.1 points outside...

Crittenden County, KY · 4d

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Health officials investigate measles case in Henderson County

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Health officials say they are investigating one case of measles in Henderson County. They are following up with people who may have been exposed. Officials say the public should check that their measles vaccination is up to date. Anyone who develops a fever, cough, runny nose,...

Henderson County, KY · 1d

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Henderson residents could see higher electric rates starting in 2027

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Higher electric rates could be on the way for people in Henderson, and the proposed increase could add up to about 21 percent over the next couple of years. If approved, officials with Henderson Municipal Power and Light say customers would see four rate increases starting...

Henderson, KY · 3d

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Donut Bank’s Veterans Day offer

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A number of local businesses are offering veterans goodies for Veteran’s Day today. Among them is Donut Bank. All locations are offering veterans a free small coffee, both in-store and at the drive-thru.

Henderson, KY · 1d

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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 […]

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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 · 4d

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