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STOP the overdose project seeing results in Henderson
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - The STOP the overdose project is gaining more attention in Henderson. It’s to bring awareness and education to the effects of the opioid epidemic. It was first created because community members were seeing what they called an overdose epidemic in Henderson. Since then, it’s helped...
Two arrested after excessive tint on car windows leads to drug discovery
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WFIE) - Two women have been arrested following a traffic stop in Madisonville. Officers say it all began when they noticed the dark windows on Felicia Howard’s vehicle. According to an affidavit, police tested the windows and found they were excessively tinted. Police say while running Howard’s...
National Weather Service completes storm damage survey
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- The National Weather Service has completed surveying damage from last week’s storms in McLean County, Kentucky. The field team says that damage in Livermore was caused by 75 mile per hour straight line winds, and not a tornado. Last week, meteorologists surveying damages in Daviess County confirmed at least 3 tornadoes in […]
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.
Suspect in weekend stabbing due in court
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- The suspect in a weekend stabbing death in Evansville is set to make his first court appearance today. Dewayne Whitney Jr. is charged with murder in the death of Christopher Samples. Evansville Police say that it happened at the Esquire Inn on Fares Avenue where Samples worked. Investigators say that Whitney came […]
Road opening delayed after vehicle drives through wet concrete in Hopkins County
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says a planned reopening of KY 1069 in Hopkins County has been delayed until tomorrow after a vehicle drove through wet cement. KYTC officials blocked off the section of KY 1069 between KY 260 and Wilber James Road on Monday to replace a drainage tile. Crews arrived […]
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,...
Repairs to Dubois County road damaged by landslide to begin in July
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – INDOT announced work will begin in July to repair a Dubois County road damaged by a landslide near Birdseye. State Road 145 has been closed since it was damaged by the landslide in January. An INDOT official says a project was scheduled for the site prior to the damage, however the […]
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...
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...
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...
Union County man arrested after countywide police chase
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A Union County man was arrested following a high speed chase across the county. The Union County Sheriff’s Office said Anthony Wilson led officers on a chase on highway 60 to Sturgis and then back to the Highway 60 bypass in Morganfield. During that chase, authorities say Wilson tried to ram […]
Salvation Army of Henderson to host 18th annual Sam Ball Memorial Golf Scramble
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV)— The Salvation Army of Henderson announced it will be hosting the 18th Annual Sam Ball Memorial Golf Scramble on Monday, June 17th at the Henderson Country Club. The annual event raises crucial funds to support the Salvation Army's programs and services in the Henderson community. Registration...
Boil water advisory issued for most of Baskett
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Henderson County Water District (HCWD) announced a boil water advisory has been issued for most of Baskett. Officials say HCWD is undertaking necessary repairs for a water main break in Baskett. As part of this work, water service will be interrupted for most of the community of Baskett. As a […]
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