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Solar Energy Center Begins Operations With Support From Swarthmore College

The 150-megawatt solar facility, Sebree Solar II Energy Center, will help meet Henderson County, Kentucky’s growing electricity demand, supplying enough energy annually to power more than 20,000 homes. Sebree Solar II will also contribute more than $15.5 million in new tax revenue over the life of the facility, money that could be used by the county to enhance schools, roads, and other essential services.

Henderson County, KY · 5d

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Owensboro Kroger to soon open

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — Ahead of the Owensboro Kroger’s grand opening, Eyewitness News got a sneak peak of the new store. The new store on Fairview Drive is 100,000 square feet. It will feature fresh departments, Murray’s cheese, sushi, a pharmacy drive-thru, wine and spirits and more. Officials say it’s a $42,000,000 investment in the […]

Owensboro, KY · 5d

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Encompass Health Deaconess Rehab Hospital names new CEO

NEWBURGH, Ind (WEHT) – Encompass Health Deaconess Rehabilitation Hospital has named its next CEO. After 25 years of healthcare experience, including more than a decade of executive leadership experience, Kristy Bruner has been appointed to the role. Hospital staff state Bruner began as a registered nurse at Deaconess Midtown. She later moved into business development […]

Newburgh, IN · 7d

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Co-ops honor Rep. Suzanne Miles

OWENSBORO, Ky (November 2, 2026) — For her efforts in support of electric reliability and affordability, Kentucky Electric Cooperatives announced that Rep. Suzanne Miles has been recognized with its 2026 Power Partner Award. “Rep. Miles is a long-standing advocate for the consumer-members of electric co-ops,” said Chris Perry, president...

Kentucky · 7d

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Hendrick Celebrates 150 Years of Manufacturing Excellence

Hendrick, a leading provider of perforated and fabricated metal products, is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2026, marking a century and a half of manufacturing, innovation and service to customers across a wide range of industries. Founded in 1876 in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, where the company continues to operate today, Hendrick...

Carbondale, PA · 5d

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Superintendent responds after Butler County voters reject school tax increase

Butler County voters rejected a proposed 6.3-cent real estate and personal property tax increase for Butler County Schools in the Nov. 3, 2026, vote. The tally was 58.3% against and 41.7% for. The district proposed the increase to pay for building repairs, new school buses and other needs to comply with state requirements.

Butler County, KY · 5d

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KAED honors Vanderpool, Spade and Griffith-Mudd with 2026 professional awards

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 5, 2026) — The Kentucky Association for Economic Development has recognized three professionals whose work supports business investment, workforce development and community growth across the state. Missy Vanderpool, executive director of Henderson Economic Development, received the 2026 Community Professional of the Year Award. Hollie Spade of...

Henderson, KY · 5d

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DG Market To Open In Crofton

Following the October closure of Family Dollar in Crofton, another retail chain has announced it will be taking over the building and expanding its local presence. Dollar General is already at work taking over the building, located at 230 S. Madisonville St. Company officials said the location will become a DG Market, offering the Crofton community fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables, as well as a larger grocery selection.

Crofton, KY · 7d

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Hendersonian’s Tweddell receives chamber’s Catalyst Award

Sauer named Ambassador of Year; Warren honored for chamber work; Gillham reports on chamber’s year. Vince Tweddell, the founder, publisher and editor of the Hendersonian newspaper, was honored Monday as the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s second-ever Catalyst Award recipient. The award, first presented last year to restaurateur and...

Henderson County, KY · 6d

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New farm-to-lunch table program puts beef from student-raised cows on western Ky. school’s menu

A new program at a western Kentucky high school aims to teach teens what it takes to raise cattle for food production, taking Hopkins County agriculture students from the classroom to the corral and, even, the butcher counter. Hopkins County Central High School launched the program earlier this year to...

Hopkins County, KY · 8d

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Henderson breaks ground on housing project

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Henderson city officials held a groundbreaking for a new house. Officials explain the home, located at 102 Letcher Street, is a project that originated during the first year of the City’s Inner City Improvement Plan. Proposed by the 2023 Public Safety Committee, the H.E.R.O. Project aims to enhance public safety and […]

Henderson, KY · 8d

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Industry pro bullish on bourbon’s prospects here

At the Henderson Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner on Monday night held at the soon-to-open Rhythm River distillery on North Main Street, outgoing board chair Kelsey Hargis noted “the revival of bourbon in Henderson after more than a century.”. Indeed, not only will Rhythm River conduct its grand opening...

Henderson, KY · 6d

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Henderson native Taylor Hanley named new vice president

Henderson Economic Development has selected Taylor Hanley as its new vice president. Hanley will lead business retention and expansion, workforce development and economic development initiatives, according to a community announcement. A Henderson native, Hanley previously worked as a customer material analyst at DANA Manufacturing, where the announcement said Hanley gained experience analyzing customer demand, anticipating market trends and risks and developing long-term relationships. Hanley said the manufacturing background provided firsthand experience with Henderson's local industries. “I’m incredibly honored to join Henderson Economic Development and have the opportunity to serve a community that means so much to me,” Hanley said. “Henderson is home, and I’m excited to play a role in its continued growth and success.” As part of the new role, Hanley will work with Henderson's existing industries on expansion and workforce development efforts. HED leaders welcome Hanley Henderson Economic Development Executive Director Missy Vanderpool said Hanley brings enthusiasm, a fresh perspective and a passion for the community. “Economic development is a team sport, and I have no doubt Taylor will be a tremendous asset to our team and the work we do every day to move Henderson forward. We are excited for what the future holds!” Vanderpool said. Henderson

Henderson, KY · 8d

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Kroger announces grand opening date for new Owensboro location

The first 250 customers in line will be eligible to receive a $15 gift card.

Owensboro, KY · 12d

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Kirkland's Home closes more stores as shutdowns mount

Kirkland's Home is preparing to shutter more stores, leaving additional communities at risk of losing a nearby home decor retailer.

Evansville, IN · 10d

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Local Achievement: Homeplace of Henderson celebrates five-year anniversary

On Oct. 30, 2021–after years of planning, fundraising and construction–the Homeplace of Henderson opened, welcoming its first seven residents. On Friday, Homeplace celebrated its fifth anniversary. Jessica Beaven and husband Patrick are co-founders of the facility on Green River Road. Jessica, the executive director, said the work is...

Henderson, KY · 10d

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Owensboro announces record $50M investment for downtown residential plan

The city of Owensboro announced the largest residential investment in its downtown area in the city's history.

Owensboro, KY · 11d

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Four Newburgh businesses damaged in fast-moving fire

NEWBURGH, Ind. (WEHT) – The Ohio Township Fire department responded to a structure fire in the 8800 block of High Pointe Drive Thursday night. Officials say no one was injured, but the fire spread quickly. “It was a very hot fire,” says Fire Chief Scott Foreman. “And it probably burned for a little bit before […]

Newburgh, IN · 10d