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2024 Tri-Fest officially wraps up after fun weekend
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) — Day 3 of Tri-Fest in Henderson went off with a bang on Sunday. Droves of people came out for the three day event that features food booths, carnival rides, games, and other various activities. There were many live bands throughout the weekend, as well as...
Car flipped during crash causes lane closures on Highway 41
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Dispatchers in Henderson say there was a crash on Highway 41 shortly before 4 p.m. Friday. They say it happened on the strip, near the T-Mobile store, and a vehicle involved flipped. Southbound traffic is shutdown. Drivers should avoid the area. It’s not clear how long...
New restaurant opens in downtown Henderson
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — If you’re looking for something different to try, a new restaurant has recently opened in downtown Henderson. Cap & Cork opened up on eclipse day. The business is on Water Street and overlooks the river. It offers drinks, steaks and a cigar bar.
Gilland: The heart of genuine repentance
The year was about 1984, and I was a cast member in a church Christmas play in Henderson, Kentucky. My role was the town drunk – but that’s a story for another time. In this play, there was an absolutely hilarious scene with a hard-nosed, wealthy businessman in the southside of Chicago – who was known to be gruff, demanding, and one who belittled his poor staff in his house – especially the butler, who seemingly was always apologizing.
Henderson man arrested after robbing teenager at gunpoint, police say
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - A man is now in custody after police say he robbed a teenager at gunpoint. A release shows officers found and arrested 26-year-old Jordan Smith on a warrant Thursday for an incident that happened back in November of 2023. Officials say Smith is accused of an...
Big crowds for the first day of Tri-Fest, no matter the cost
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) —This three-day festival not only promises fun and entertainment but also serves as a critical fundraiser for many local nonprofits. The event features food booths, carnival rides, and various community activities. 44News spoke with Co-Owner of Livy’s Lemonades, Mark Johnson, on their first year in the...
Severe weather expected Thursday evening. Here's what forecasters are saying.
The National Weather Service is expecting severe thunderstorms in the Tri-State on Thursday evening. The area is in an "enhanced risk" zone for severe weather, according to a briefing posted Thursday morning. Here's a look at what forecasters are saying. ...
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