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USI 'StormReady' after receiving designation from National Weather Service April 30, 2026
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) - Students, faculty and staff at the University of Southern Indiana (USI) are celebrating preparedness after receiving the designation from the National Weather Service (NWS) as a StormReady community. "This is just a program that the weather service has had for over 25 years now that kind of streamlines what are they […]
Evansville Copper House building listed for sale at $1.4M April 30, 2026
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) -- A familiar name on Franklin Street could soon have a new owner. The building that houses the Copper House is now listed for sale at nearly $1,400,000. The more than 21-thousand-square-foot property includes a full restaurant setup, event space and even the liquor license. The listing says the restaurant will stay […]
Hopkins County schools host pop tab drive for Ronald McDonald House April 30, 2026
HOPKINS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) -- Students in Hopkins County are proving that even the smallest items can make a big difference. A pop tab drive wrapped-up with a presentation at South-Side Elementary School in Nortonville on Thursday. The effort brought together students from Hopkins County Central High School, South Hopkins Middle and South-Side Elementary. All […]
UE hosts Inaugural Civics Bee for Southern Indiana April 30, 2026
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) -- The University of Evansville hosts the Inaugural Civics Bee for Southern Indiana as part of the national competition where the winning student's school could receive $5,000. The civics bee is a competition designed to help middle school students with critical thinking, community involvement, and to keep them engaged in civics. "It […]
Henderson cuts ribbon on improved bulk-dock April 30, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- Henderson officials are celebrating a big upgrade to their river transport. The Chamber of Commerce and the Henderson County Riverport Authority cut the ribbon on its bulk dock. The bulk dock actually re-opened back in January after construction began in May of 2024 but the ribbon cutting was held on Thursday. […]
Owensboro hosts tree seedling giveaway April 30, 2026
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) -- The city of Owensboro held a giveaway to help people add more green to their yard. The city and the Owensboro Neighborhood Alliance hosted a tree seedling giveaway at the Owensboro Sports Center on Thursday. Organizers say they had eastern redbud and white dogwood seedlings to choose from. City leaders say […]
Evansville Goodwill opens location in Mount Vernon April 30, 2026
MOUNT VERNON, Ind. (WEHT) -- Evansville Goodwill is celebrating an expansion with the grand opening of their Mount Vernon store. The new location opened on Thursday in the southwind plaza just off of Highway 62. Hundreds of people were waiting outside this morning as early as 6:30 a.m. Evansville Goodwill says they have been planning […]
Indiana leaders celebrate signing of animal abuse prevention bill April 30, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- Indiana state and local leaders are celebrating a new law aimed at tougher penalties for animal abuse. The Vanderburgh County Prosecutor's Office and State Rep. Wendy McNamara joined Governor Mike Braun for the ceremonial signing of House Bill 1165. Prosecutor Diana Moers says the law now allows Indiana to charge felonies […]
Hopkins County schools hosts student career signing day April 30, 2026
HOPKINS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) -- Hopkins County schools are highlighting the big wins for students. It was signing day, but not for students declaring what sport they'll be playing in college. It was for kids in Hopkins County declaring their intention towards their careers after high school. Whether that's a trade or the military, Hopkins […]
Ivy tech hosts fourth annual Entrepreneurship Expo April 30, 2026
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) -- Students are pitching big ideas at the fourth annual Ivy Tech Entrepreneurship Expo. Ivy Tech and EVSC's tech students took part in the annual event competing for a chance to win $1,500. The event caps off a 32-week project-based program. This year, 24 students presented business ideas. Organizers say that real-world […]