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Indiana preparing to execute Evansville man Thursday

Early on the morning of Thursday, Nov. 5, the state of Indiana is scheduled to execute an Evansville man for the murders of two children. However, concerns have been raised about how Indiana kills people via lethal injection following two recent botched executions in Tennessee and misconduct related to the state's execution drug supplier. Here's what we know: What was Jeffrey Weisheit convicted of? Weisheit has been sitting on death row since 2013 when he was convicted and sentenced to death for the 2010 murders of two young children, 8-year-old Alyssa Lynch and her 5-year-old brother, Caleb. The children were trapped and burned alive in their home in Evansville. Weisheit, who was babysitting his girlfriend's children, hogtied the boy and stuffed his mouth with a washcloth, then duct-taped over it, according to court documents. He stuffed a railroad flare in the child's underwear and placed another under his body. The boy died of smoke and soot inhalation. His sister, Alyssa, was found in a closet where investigators believe she was trapped or fled to escape the fire. She died from smoke inhalation, and a pathologist found that she may have burned while still alive. When and where is the execution

Indiana · 6d

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Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Southern Illinois for holiday appearances

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Southern Illinois this November, giving residents several opportunities to see the horses up close during the holiday season. The Clydesdales will be available for free stable viewing at the Pavilion in Marion on four dates:. – Tuesday, Nov....

Marion, IL · 5h

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City of Benton, Illinois announces cancellation of Snow Globe Village 2026

BENTON, Ill. — The City of Benton, Illinois is announcing the cancellation of Snow Globe Village, originally set for Nov. 21 and Nov. 22, 2026. "We were looking forward to introducing this exciting new holiday event to our community and sincerely apologize for any disappointment or inconvenience this cancellation may cause," a release from the city states.

Benton, IL · 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 · 4h

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Zeigler Cemetery to participate in National Wreaths Across America for 1st time

ZEIGLER, Ill. (Heartland News) - A southern Illinois cemetery will participate in National Wreaths Across America for the first time. According to a news release, the ceremony will be Saturday, December 19 at 11 a.m. at Zeigler Cemetery. It’s organized by Southern Illinois USPHS officers IL0352. It’s free and...

Zeigler, IL · 1d

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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 · 6h

wpsdlocal6.com

Community meets in Du Quoin to talk opioid addiction

DU QUOIN, Ill. — Rural Health Inc.'s RCORP Impact Network facilitated a conversation Monday in Du Quoin to help teach people how to get active in their communities on the issue of opioid addiction. The goal of the program is to teach people how to get active in their...

Du Quoin, IL · 23h

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Union County Claims Region Cheer Title (w/PHOTOS)

Union County won its first regional cheerleading championship in three years Saturday, taking the Game Day Large division title at the Region 1 Cheerleading Competition at Owensboro High School. The Bravettes scored 90.60, finishing seven-tenths of a point ahead of runner-up Henderson County, which scored 89.90. Union County earned top...

Union County, KY · 1d

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ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS TO OFFER VETERANS ASSISTANCE IN WAYNE AND EDWARDS COUNTIES

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs will offer area veterans several opportunities to receive assistance with benefits and services during upcoming visits to Wayne and Edwards counties in November and December. Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Service Officer Donald L. Bielecki II will be available at locations in Fairfield...

Edwards County, IL · 12h

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BJC HealthCare, Aetna agree to extend access for southern Illinois retirees

(CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS) – Thousands of Illinois retirees will maintain in-network access to BJC HealthCare hospitals and providers through the end of next year after BJC and insurer Aetna reached a one-year agreement. The deal, announced Friday, Nov. 6, applies specifically to members enrolled in the TRAIL program through...

Illinois · 1d

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Vienna receives state cultural district designation, $200,000 grant

VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — The city of Vienna has been named an Illinois State-Designated Cultural District, securing a $200,000 grant to support cultural preservation, tourism and economic development. The designation, awarded through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, will remain in effect for 10 years. Vienna is...

Vienna, IL · 1d

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Scores Of Senior Home Delivered Meals Remain Suspended In WKY

Despite the reported downturn in funding, regional officials are trying to keep senior home delivered meals on the menu. During Monday afternoon’s Pennyrile Area Development District meeting in Hopkinsville, Aging & Independent Living Director Amanda Stokes gave comprehensive update on the program’s current state, and where leadership plans to go from here.

Hopkinsville, KY · 6h

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SSM Health Launches New Maternal-Fetal Medicine Clinic in Southern Illinois

SSM Health is expanding access to specialized prenatal care in Southern Illinois with the opening of a new Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Clinic at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon on November 16th. The clinic will provide expert care for expectant mothers experiencing high-risk pregnancies, offering advanced maternal-fetal medicine...

Southern Illinois, IL · 1d

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WAYNE COUNTY BOARD TO CONSIDER 2027 BUDGET, TAX LEVY AND AMBULANCE CONTRACTS THURSDAY

The Wayne County Board will meet Thursday with several major financial matters on the agenda, including the county’s proposed 2027 budget, tax levy, and ambulance service agreements. The regular monthly meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in the basement boardroom of the Wayne County Courthouse in Fairfield. Among the...

Wayne County, IL · 1d

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Toys 'R' Us location coming to Paducah

Paducah, KY · 1d

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Missouri to Pay $150,000 Over Son's Suicide in Prison Segregation Cell

A Mississippi County judge has ordered Missouri to pay $150,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by the mother of a man who died by suicide in a state prison segregation cell in 2021. Willa Hynes is set to receive about $80,000 of that amount, with the rest going to her attorneys and covering litigation costs, following a case that accused prison officials and medical staff of ignoring her son's mental health needs.

Missouri · 3d

KFVS12

Toys R Us to open location in the Heartland for holiday season

PADUCAH, Ky. (Heartland News) - Toys R Us will open a seasonal store in the Heartland. According to the toy story, it will be open in Kentucky Oaks Mall for the holiday season. They say other locations will open or are opened across Missouri and Illinois, as well. This is...

Paducah, KY · 1d

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Farmington to Dedicate Memorial Plaques to Former City Employees

Farmington, Mo. (KFMO) - The City of Farmington will honor the service and contributions of two former city employees during a memorial dedication ceremony Friday, November 13, 2026, at Crouch Memorial Park. The ceremony is scheduled for 3 p.m. near Asher Lake, where memorial plaques will be placed in recognition...

Farmington, MO · 1d

KFVS12

Veterans Day events in the Heartland

(Heartland News) - Communities and organizations across the Heartland will be hosting Veterans Day events on Wednesday, November 11. There will be parades, ceremonies and more. You can send us details on your community event to news@kfvs12.com. The following is an unofficial list of events in the Heartland:. Missouri. Missouri’s...

Sikeston, MO · 2d

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Perry County stocks 3,760 trout at Legion Lake for winter fishing season

PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — Perry County received 3,760 rainbow trout Monday morning as part of the annual winter trout-stocking program at Legion Lake. The program, now in its ninth year in Perry County, is funded locally by Perry County, the Perry County Sportsman Club and the city of Perryville.

Perry County, MO · 1d

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