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Grammy-award winning songwriters return to Henderson July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Event organizers say over twenty award-winning songwriters will return to Henderson for the 15th Annual Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriters Festival. Event organizers say the event will take place in downtown Henderson this week starting Wednesday evening. The live performances will be held at two venues in downtown Henderson: The Elm and […]
United Way of Southwestern Indiana awards $1.1M in grant funds July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - United Way of Southwestern Indiana (UWSWI) announced the distribution of $1.1 million in grant funds as part of its "Social Stability and Growth Pathways to Potential" initiative. The UWSWI says the focus of this Pathway grant is social connection. Officials say strong support networks offer emotional support, practical assistance and a "sense […]
Owensboro-Daviess County Christmas Parade Association looking to fill board positions July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - The Owensboro-Daviess County Christmas Parade Association is looking to fill some board positions this year. The organization says those who wish to serve should be able to: The association says experience with a non-profit would be a plus, and to keep in mind that this is a volunteer, working board. […]
Lane closures planned for U.S. 41 in Vanderburgh, Gibson counties July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced alternating lane closures for U.S. 41 in Vanderburgh and Gibson Counties. INDOT says beginning on or around July 8, crews will begin alternating lane closures along U.S. 41 between Evansville and Princeton. These lane closures will occur between State Road 57 near Evansville […]
Officials identify man killed in Owensboro shooting July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Authorities have identified the man killed in a shooting in Owensboro earlier this week. According to a release from the coroner's office, 30-year-old Joshua Hardison was pronounced dead following the shooting in the 1800 block of Hughes Avenue on Sunday night. The coroner also identified 52-year-old Kelly Anderson as the woman […]
Local politicians react to the "One Big, Beautiful Bill Act's" passage in the Senate July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Some politicians reacted to the GOP megabill, also known as the "One Big, Beautiful Bill Act," that just passed the Senate. Indiana U.S. Senator Todd Young U.S. Senator Todd Young released the following statement after voting for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will deliver […]
RiverPark Center receives $8K to invest in accessibility July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - RiverPark Center has announced it has received a grant from the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels (HOKC) in the amount of $8,000 to assist in purchasing new handicap accessible doors for the venue. According to the RiverPark Center and Oak View Group, HOKC awarded $2.5 million in grants supporting 333 nonprofits, […]
Scott and German Township fire departments officially merge July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - At 7 a.m. on Tuesday, the German Township Fire Department and Scott Township Fire and EMS merged to become the Vanderburgh County Fire Department. The merger had been in the works for over a year, with officials saying it will enhance staffing for both paid and volunteer firefighters and improve coverage […]
Mesker Park Zoo announces summer lights program July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - During a press conference on Tuesday, officials with Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden announced a summer lights program. Officials say the Wild Summer Lights event will have guests embarking on a journey through over a mile of light displays celebrating art, nature and culture. Beginning on August 14 and running […]
UE announces passing of former president James Vinson July 1, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - The University of Evansville announced former president Dr. James S. Vinson passed away on June 27 at the age of 84. Vinson served as the university's 21st president from 1987 to 2001. Officials say his contributions to the university will forever be remembered as a vital part of the institution's history, […]