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Daviess Co. waves first ‘white flag’ of season for freezing temps

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - Due to anticipated freezing temperatures this weekend, Daviess County has activated their first “white flag” of the season. A white flag activation means an emergency shelter will open for families who need it. The Daniel Pitino Shelter in Owensboro will be open as a...

Daviess County, KY · 6d
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Hanson election decided by coin toss

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Two candidates’ political futures were determined by a coin toss. The winner is Ann LeCornu. Felicia Greer and Ann LeCornu, who were both running for a spot on the Hanson City Commissioners, both tied at the polls as they each received exactly 104 votes. Five candidates were competing for four seats. […]

Hanson, KY · 8d

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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 · 7d
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Daviess County elects new judge executive

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — Daviess County has a new judge executive. William “Rod” Kuegel has defeated republican incumbent Charlie Castlen. Castlen was elected in 2022 and spent more than 20 years serving in local government. Kuegel is a farmer and business owner. He won the race by roughly seven percent. He says one of […]

Daviess County, KY · 8d

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Democrat Mary Allen falls short of congressional seat

Brandon Bartlett and Hannah Haerle provide the latest news in Henderson, Owensboro and Evansville. Meteorologist Wayne Hart gives another look at the overnight weather forecast.

Owensboro, KY · 8d

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Henderson County elects new judge executive for first time in 10 years

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson County voters have elected a new judge executive for the first time in 10 years. Republican Timothy Dunn has won over Democrat Les Jenkins-Mackey. Watch 14 News when we are live, right here:. Judge executive race. Current Judge Executive Brad Schneider lost in the primary...

Henderson County, KY · 9d

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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 · 10d

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Brush cleared from dangerous Henderson Co. railroad crossing

HENDERSON CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Overgrown brush has been cleared from a dangerous railroad crossing in Henderson County. Neighbors had been calling for action at the intersection of Cherry Hill Road and Robards-Busby Station Road after a father and son were hit and killed by a train there last year.

Henderson County, KY · 9d

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Familiar playoff path awaits Henderson County

For the second consecutive season, Henderson County enters the Class 6A state playoffs coming off back-to-back losses, with a familiar first-round opponent standing between the Colonels and another potential postseason run. The Colonels (4-6) will travel to face Meade County (3-7) Friday night, hoping to replicate last year’s playoff success...

Henderson County, KY · 8d

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Repair work set to begin on Henderson Twin Bridges next week

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says repairs are set to begin next week on the U.S. 41 Twin Bridges. Officials say work will begin Monday, November 9, and is expected to last throughout the week. The work will include repairs to the southbound bridge’s support structure, allowing...

Henderson, KY · 6d

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Henderson officials want to widen Tillman Bethel Road ahead of I-69 bridge opening

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson County leaders say widening Tillman Bethel Road is the key to unlocking more than 100 acres near I-69 for new housing and businesses, and they want to start before the new bridge opens. Henderson County Fiscal Court heard the plan Tuesday at a special called...

Henderson, KY · 8d

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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 · 7d

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Warrick commissioner asks residents to “consider the bigger picture” on data centers

WARRICK COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT) — A Warrick County commissioner has released a statement following an area plan commission meeting on data centers. Monday night, the Warrick County Area Plan Commission (APC) met to discuss a proposed data center ordinance. No action was taken on the ordinance. However, around 100 residents attended the meeting, some voicing […]

Warrick County, IN · 9d

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Henderson County 2026 General Election Results

Timmy Dunn will be the next Henderson County Judge-Executive. Dunn, a Republican, received 7,945 votes to Democrat Les Jenkins-Mackey’s 5,407 votes, to secure the victory in what was arguably Henderson County’s most heated race. He will succeed outgoing Henderson County Judge-Executive Brad Schneider, a Republican who has served...

Henderson County, KY · 8d

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Owensboro launching Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The city of Owensboro is launching a new Thanksgiving event with the first-ever Turkey Trot, which is a free community event in partnership with Project Rise. Event organizers say the Turkey Trot will begin promptly at 7:29 a.m. on November 26 in front of the Owensboro Convention Center. No registration or […]

Owensboro, KY · 9d

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City of Henderson program will help with utility bills this holiday season

The City of Henderson is initiating a new program this holiday season to help residents pay utility bills, a plan that came about because of many residents’ giving hearts. Henderson City Clerk Jessa Brandon’s office is next to the kiosks in the Municipal Building where residents pay their utility bills. Brandon said last year she heard crying from a resident who couldn’t pay all of her utility bill.

Henderson, KY · 10d

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Public invited to graveside service for 4 unclaimed people in Warrick Co.

WARRICK CO., Ind. (WFIE) - The community is encouraged to stand is as family for a special graveside service in Warrick County. It will be Sunday, November 8, at 2 p.m. at Bates Hill Cemetery. The Warrick County Coroner’s Office is holding the service to lay four people to rest....

Warrick County, IN · 10d

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Warrick data center ordinance heads to county with 'unfavorable' vote

NEWBURGH — The Warrick County Area Plan Commission voted Monday, Nov. 2, to send the proposed data center ordinance to the county commissioners with a recommendation for denial. After public comment Monday evening, APC members had the option to send the ordinance to the Warrick County Board of Commissioners with a favorable recommendation, unfavorable recommendation or without recommendation. The first motion was to send the ordinance forward with a favorable recommendation. That motion failed, 4-3. The second motion, to send the ordinance forward with an unfavorable recommendation, passed 5-2. "Yes" votes came from: APC president Jeff Valiant, Richard Reid, who is member of the Warrick County Council, Brandon Pryor, Dave Goldenberg and Ray Rentchler. "No" votes came from Stacey Franz, who is a Warrick County commissioner, and Jeff Willis, vice president of the APC. What happens now? The ordinance will now go before the Warrick County commissioners at their meeting Nov. 9. The meeting is set for 4 p.m. Nov. 9 at Friedman Park Event Center. The commissioners can approve or deny the ordinance, as well as opt to make changes. Can the public see the ordinance before the meeting? Yes. A draft of the ordinance is available online for

Warrick County, IN · 9d