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Burrito Express Mexican Grill in Henderson to close in June
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Burrito Express Mexican Grill owners announced Thursday that June will be their final month of operations. According to a Facebook post, their affiliated restaurants will undergo restructuring as well. They went on to thank everyone for their support.
Henderson seeks solutions for keeping pool open
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Officials in Henderson want to ensure that Atkinson Pool will remain open for the entire summer season. The pool has been plagued by lifeguard shortages for years, causing early shut downs in the past. This year’s plan is to open the pool gradually, to get up to full strength after a few […]
Help needed at the pool & a new community kitchen discussed at Henderson Commission meeting
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson Commissioners discussed the needs of the city’s recreational facilities at Tuesday’s meeting. Among the many items on the agenda, the commissioners discussed adding a commercial kitchen to the city’s sports complex. They were also asked to help find more people to work...
Beer to be sold at Henderson Flash games
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Cold Beer is crossing the plate in Henderson this summer. The City Commission approved the sale of alcohol at Park Field - home of the Henderson Flash - starting this season. Team Owner Clay Bolin told the Commission it’s not a request he was making lightly,...
Henderson BBQ served at PGA Championship
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - An impressive accomplishment this week for a Henderson barbecue restaurant on National BBQ Day. Owner of Thomason’s BBQ Kevin Gibson says his restaurant is serving food at the Professional Golf Association Championship in Louisville this week. Gibson says the PGA had on hand, 210 gallons...
7 local locations featured on the West Kentucky BBQ Belt
HENDERSON, Ky. – Welcome to the West Kentucky BBQ Belt. The initiative by Kentucky Tourism aims to introduce the world to a region associated with mouthwatering barbecue, according to a release by Team Kentucky. May 16, National BBQ Day, marks the opening of the new experience, featuring at least...
Tuesday Sunrise Headlines
(WFIE) - We’re following several breaking stories this morning. The first, a shooting investigation is underway in Evansville. Dispatch says it started after someone showed up to the hospital with a gunshot wound. Meanwhile, Evansville fire crews were called out overnight to put out a garage fire. It happened...
A new speakeasy-themed bar on Evansville's Main Street isn't staying a secret
EVANSVILLE – Take a trip back to the Roaring 20s at Hush on Main, the new speakeasy-themed cocktail bar and restaurant on Main Street. Owner Brendon Meier and his business partner Staci Eddington painstakingly renovated the cozy downstairs location formerly occupied by High Score Saloon in all the opulent decadence of a Prohibition-era “supper club.” There’s a grand piano, chandeliers, lots of crimson velvet, dark wood, and ornate gold leaf. Photos by Cara Gutierrez capture local personalities in flapper and gangster dress.
O’Bannon Woods State Park receives new hellbenders
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – According to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), O’Bannon Woods State Park has received two new Eastern hellbenders as part of its ongoing exhibit of North America’s largest salamander. IDNR says in cooperation with a larger regional program dedicated to the preservation and reintroduction of the species, the park’s Hickory […]
Red Lobster closing more than 50 locations, auctioning off restaurant equipment
Red Lobster is closing several of its locations following a bad financial performance in 2023. An "all-you-can-eat shrimp" promo became more popular than expected and combined with issues still related to pandemic recovery, the chain decided to close more than 50 locations. Fans of the restaurant were shocked Monday to see signs on the window announcing abrupt closings.
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