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Road blockage in Gibson County
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Gibson County Officials say that County Road 350 South will be closed at 175 East due to a road blockage. According to the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office, the area will be shut down for several hours to tow a disabled semi truck. Entry and exit will be possible from 350 South, but […]
Cameras to be allowed in court for Indiana murder trial
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Today marks a first for Indiana, as cameras will be allowed inside of a courtroom for a murder trial in the case against Evansville woman, Elizabeth Fox Doerr. Doerr is charged with murder in the death of her firefighter husband, Robert Doerr who was shot and killed outside of his home in […]
Local artists share the spotlight at Evansville fair
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — An Evansville non-profit offered a chance in the spotlight to local artists on Sunday. A free music and arts fair was held in Haynie’s Corner. Art Jam featured several artists displaying and selling their work. Organizers said the event helps support local artists and entrepreneurs. “It’s no pressure. You know, everyone […]
Mesker Park Zoo sells hundreds of unique plants
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Hundreds of unique plants were for sale at Mesker Park Zoo in Evansville over the weekend. The Bloomin’ Zoo Plant Sale and Arts Festival also featured more than 30 local art vendors. “We offer a variety of unique things that you don’t always find at the local nurseries,” said Botanical Curator […]
Volunteers needed to help sort eclipse glasses to send to other countries
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Evansville African American Museum collected thousands of eclipse glasses after last month’s total solar eclipse over the Tri-State. Now volunteers are needed to help sort through them. Astronomers Without Borders will give out the glasses to reuse worldwide during future eclipses. We’re told the cardboard from any damaged glasses will […]
Fallen Tri-State firefighters honored at national memorial service
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — More than 200 fallen firefighters, including two from the Tri-State, were honored over the weekend. The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend was held in Emmitsburg, Maryland. A candlelight service was held on Saturday and the memorial service was on Sunday morning. The families of Elberfeld firefighter Duane Erwin and Muhlenberg County […]
Schnucks recalls cheese spreads due to possible salmonella
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Schnucks recalls three cheese spreads due to possible salmonella contamination. The products include Schnucks brand whip cream spread, strawberry spread, and cream cheese spread. The recalled products can be returned for a full refund or exchange. UPC 4131858005 Best By: 8/8/2024 UPC 4131858007 Best By: 9/8/2024 UPC 4131858023 Best By: 10/8/2024
Thousands visit Ellis Park throughout Saturday for Kentucky Derby festivities
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Ellis Park was no exception to the Kentucky Derby festivities on Saturday. Sources tell Eyewitness News 5,000 people visited the track to share some part in the most exciting two minutes in sports. For the 150th race, Eyewitness News asked what traditions Ellis Park is celebrating. On Saturday evening, dozens of […]
Red Cross to help install free smoke alarms
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Red Cross continues its push to install smoke detectors in homes nationwide. Officials and volunteers are holding Sound the Alarm community events. Red Cross officials will help install free smoke alarms, create escape plans and share fire safety information with anyone who needs it. Click here to find an event […]
Henderson officials share updates on new sports complex
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Henderson officials shared updates on constructing the new sports complex on Airline Road. Crews have turfed four baseball fields and are working to finish the dugouts. Officials said crews are working on plumbing, electrical work, and drywall for the concession stand. The multi-purpose field is being prepped for turf and should […]
Daviess County Clerk’s Office prepares for primary election
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Daviess County Clerk’s Office is preparing for Kentucky’s upcoming primary election. Poll workers were recently trained. There will be 14 voting centers open on Tuesday, May 21st. Officials say the biggest change is that the Utica Fire Department is no longer a voting center. Instead, voters will cast their ballots […]
Athletes compete in Special Olympics games in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Special Olympics athletes went for gold at Evansville North High School. About 200 athletes across five counties competed in the Area 10 games on Saturday. Competitions included track, javelin throw, shot put and long jump. These events are qualifiers for the summer games in Terre Haute next month. “We have been […]
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