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Tri-State restaurant closing both locations after nearly 20 years

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The owners of a Tri-State restaurant say they are closing both their Evansville and Owensboro locations as they plan to retire. Catfish Willy’s has been around for 19 years. In Evansville, the restaurant is on East Virginia Street. In Owensboro, it’s on Tamarack Road.

Evansville, IN · 12d
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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 · 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 · 3d

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Massive clog pulled from Daviess County sewer plant

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — A sewer plant in Daviess County is blaming flushable wipes for causing a massive blockage in their system. In a post to social media, the Daviess County Regional Water Resource Agency said it recently pulled a large accumulation of wet wipes and other debris from the main incoming line. The […]

Daviess County, KY · 17h

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A virtual academy in Kentucky has had 3 years of low scores. What to know

A Kentucky school district with a virtual academy saved by state lawmakers in 2025 has now logged a third straight year of poor academic performance. Cloverport Independent’s elementary, middle and high school levels all received the state’s lowest ratings in 2024, 2025 and into 2026, though some grade levels showed modest gains this year. FULL STORY: KY lawmakers saved a virtual school. Now it has 3 straight years of bad scores Here are five key things to know from our reporting: Enrollment imbalance: Cloverport Independent has 230 in-person K-12 students, while 2,073 students attend its Kentucky Virtual Academy — about 90% of the district’s total enrollment. Latest scores: In October, 2026 results showed Cloverport elementary students remained at a “red” rating, the state’s lowest, while middle and high school levels rose slightly to “orange.” Superintendent’s response: Keith Haynes said many virtual students “were not experiencing success in traditional schools and came to us with significant academic deficits,” and told families he doesn’t believe the state’s accountability model “adequately accounts for our context.” How it stayed open: The 2025 General Assembly passed legislation barring enrollment caps on virtual academies, overriding a Kentucky Department of Education rule that would have limited virtual

Kentucky · 1d

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If Your TV or Radio Suddenly Interrupts Programming Next Week, Don't Panic

Who remembers the old time and temperature channel?

Owensboro, KY · 16h

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These 6 Kentucky malls changed in big ways in 2026, and not all of it was good news.

Florence Mall, 60 percent vacant and split five ways. In 1976 Homart, the real estate company of Sears, built Florence Mall as a two-level enclosed mall beside Interstate 75 and Kentucky Route 18 in Florence, Kentucky. After a renovation in 1994, the mall moved its food court into a bigger...

Florence, KY · 4d

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Surprise homecoming shocks grandparents of Kentucky soldier

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — Daviess County schools have spent the last week recognizing students’ veteran families ending with an event at Tamarack Elementary. The grandparents of Private First Class Benjamin Horn thought they were coming to the school to be honored for their service. They got that recognition and so much more when their […]

Daviess County, KY · 1d

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Severe Thunderstorm Watches and Warnings issued for these Kentucky, Indiana counties | Latest alerts

Counties in Kentucky and Indiana could see severe thunderstorms Wednesday night as a system heads to the area. The National Weather Service of Louisville issued their first alert, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch, at about 4:45 p.m. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for the development of severe storms.

Kentucky · 1d

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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 · 1d

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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 · 2d

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Former GCHS cross country star Jackson Crume qualifies for NAIA Cross Country Nat’l Championships

A former Grayson County High School cross country/track star has qualified for the 2026 NAIA Men’s Cross Country National Championships. Jackson Crume, a junior at Union Commonwealth University (UCU) in Barbourville, became the first athlete from the school to qualify for cross country national championship competition since 2007. Crume,...

Grayson County, KY · 1d

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14 News Investigates: Data Center power bill impact

Owensboro, KY · 22h

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Safe Haven Baby Box blessed, unveiled in Grayson County

LEITCHFIELD, Ky. – A blessing and unveiling of a new Safe Haven Baby Box ceremony was held in Grayson County on Wednesday morning. According to a release, the Safe Haven Baby Box is located at Grayson County EMS at 375 Grayson Springs Road, in Leitchfield. It is the 492nd...

Grayson County, KY · 1d

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Hendrick marks 150 years and reveals new logo

Hendrick is celebrating a century and a half of manufacturing, innovation and service to customers across a wide range of industries. To mark the occasion, Hendrick is introducing a new logo and refreshed brand identity designed to reflect both the company’s heritage and its vision for the future. The...

Owensboro, KY · 2d

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Brasher's Hosts Wings for Wish in Owensboro

Brasher's Lil' Nashville hosts Wings for Wish November 28! Enjoy amazing wings, live music and support Christmas Wish.

Owensboro, KY · 17h

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Overnight emergency shelter available in Owensboro during white flag warning

DAVIESS CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Daviess County Emergency Management officials say a white flag warning will be in effect through next week. According to officials, this will be in effect from Thursday, Nov. 12, through Monday, Nov. 16, due to forecasted temperatures. Officials say an overnight emergency shelter will be...

Owensboro, KY · 22h

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Grant wins Week 12 Touchdown Live Player of the Week

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - It’s Wednesday, which means we announced our week 12 Touchdown Live Player of the Week during our ‘In the Huddle’ streaming show. That winner is Owensboro Catholic wide receiver, Noah Grant. Grant had 6 rushed for 133 yards and 3 touchdowns. His performance...

Owensboro, 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 · 3d

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VIDEO – Ashleigh Cook On Lyon’s Return Trip to State

Lyon County’s cheerleading squad is headed to the state competition for the third straight year after finishing second at Saturday’s Region 1 competition in Owensboro. Senior captain Ashleigh Cook discussed their day on the mat in this YSE interview.

Lyon County, KY · 1d