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- Gov. Beshear: Kentucky State Police Launch Annual Trooper Teddy Sale to Support Children in Crisisby Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 26, 2025) – As holiday shopping begins, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) encourages Kentuckians to give a gift that goes beyond the season. The agency’s annual Trooper Teddy Black Friday sale runs Nov. 27 through Dec. 2, offering the signature teddy bears at a special price of $20. Each bear purchased helps… Read more: Gov. Beshear: Kentucky State Police Launch Annual Trooper Teddy Sale to Support Children in Crisis
- One Deceased After Early Morning Shooting in Evansvilleby Erin SchmittEvansville Police Department said one person is dead following an early morning shooting on Wednesday. Officers were dispatched to the 1700 block of Marshall Avenue in Evansville at just after 5:30 a.m. Wednesday in reference to shots fired in the area. Multiple 911 callers reported hearing shots in the area. Officers arrived and found three… Read more: One Deceased After Early Morning Shooting in Evansville
- Matthew 25 Announces World AIDS DayResource Fair in Hendersonby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, KY — Matthew 25 AIDS Services will host its annual World AIDS Day Resource Fair on Monday, December 1, 2025, from 1-4 p.m. at the Recovery Resource Club of Henderson, located at 437 First Street. This free community event honors World AIDS Day by raising awareness, promoting prevention, and connecting individuals and families with… Read more: Matthew 25 Announces World AIDS DayResource Fair in Henderson
- Pictures with Santaby Erin SchmittSanta is coming to Yager Studios! Join us from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Natcher Bridge Project Pausing for the Winterby Erin SchmittOwensboro, Ky. (November 19, 2025) – With winter approaching, the contractor handling a cable maintenance project on the U.S. 231 William H. Natcher Bridge in Daviess County is in the process of halting operations until spring. Crews began removing equipment on Wednesday and expect to have all lanes reopened by the end of the week,… Read more: Natcher Bridge Project Pausing for the Winter
- Holiday World Announces Souvenir Cup Art Contest Open to All Ages by Erin SchmittHoliday World & Splashin’ Safari officials are hosting an art contest to inspire the designs of the 2026 souvenir cup in honor of the parks’ upcoming 80th birthday. When the business first opened its doors on August 3, 1946, it was named Santa Claus Land and was America’s First Theme Park. Three winners with submissions… Read more: Holiday World Announces Souvenir Cup Art Contest Open to All Ages
- 14-Year-Old Killed in High-Speed Crash in Vanderburg Countyby Erin SchmittThe Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal single vehicle crash that occurred Sunday afternoon in northern Vanderburgh County. At 2:28 p.m. Sunday, the Sheriff’s Office, McCutchanville Fire Department, Vanderburgh County Fire Department, and AMR responded to the 1900 block of Orchard Road, according to a news release. Upon arrival, deputies located one passenger,… Read more: 14-Year-Old Killed in High-Speed Crash in Vanderburg County
- Traffic Shift Scheduled Sunday on KY 54 Widening Project in Owensboroby Erin SchmittOWENSBORO, Ky. (November 14, 2025) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will implement a significant traffic shift on the Kentucky 54 widening project corridor in Owensboro beginning Sunday. This will mark the completion of Phase One and the start of Phase Two of construction. Motorists should anticipate delays throughout the day, according to… Read more: Traffic Shift Scheduled Sunday on KY 54 Widening Project in Owensboro
- Bridge on Kentucky 120 East of Providence to be Closed for Repairs Starting Mondayby Erin SchmittPROVIDENCE, Ky. (November 15, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to close the Kentucky 120 bridge over Bull Creek in Webster County beginning Monday, November 17, to perform necessary repairs that will help preserve the structure. The bridge is located east of Providence in the area locally known as the “S-Curve,” according to a… Read more: Bridge on Kentucky 120 East of Providence to be Closed for Repairs Starting Monday
- Henderson Community College Launches New Electrical Technology Programby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson Community College will offer a new Electrical Technology program beginning in the Spring 2026 semester. This two-year program will allow graduates to join the workforce as an industrial or residential electrician immediately. “After two years of research and listening to our local community partners, we are excited to launch the new… Read more: Henderson Community College Launches New Electrical Technology Program
- Investigation Underway After Man Found Injured on Fulton Avenueby Erin SchmittThe Evansville Police Department is currently investigating an incident where a man was found injured in the roadway on Fulton Avenue on Thursday. At just before 1 a.m. Thursday officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of North Fulton Avenue in reference to a person down, according to a news release. The 911 caller reported… Read more: Investigation Underway After Man Found Injured on Fulton Avenue
- KY 132 Bridge in Webster County Temporarily Blocked for Repairsby Erin SchmittCLAY, Ky. (November 13, 2025) – A bridge on Kentucky 132 in Webster County was temporarily closed pending repairs last night after failing a routine annual inspection. The bridge, located at the 5.4 mile point, west of Kentucky 493 outside of Clay, is expected to reopen to traffic in 2-3 weeks. An inspection of the bridge’s substructure… Read more: KY 132 Bridge in Webster County Temporarily Blocked for Repairs
- One arrested after overnight murder investigationby Erin SchmittEvansville Police Department has arrested a man on a murder charge following an overnight investigation. Officers were dispatched to the 5500 block of Carriage Drive in Evansville in reference to shots fired on Monday. Multiple 911 calls were received as officers responded to the scene. One caller reported that a male had been shot and… Read more: One arrested after overnight murder investigation
- EPD arrests local bails bondsman following lengthy investigationby Erin SchmittA local bails bondsman has been arrested following a lengthy investigation by Evansville Police Department detectives. Timothy C. Moyes, 42, has been charged with numerous crimes, including attempted rape, according to a news release. The case began on July 2 when Evansville officers were dispatched to Wal-Mart West in reference to disorderly conduct, according to… Read more: EPD arrests local bails bondsman following lengthy investigation
- New KY 3690 Roadway to Open to Trafficby Erin SchmittHenderson, Ky. (Nov. 7, 2025) – The final major elements of Section 1 of the Ohio River Crossing in Henderson are expected to open to traffic this weekend. The new connections will expedite travel times, improve connectivity, and improve safety. The following are expected to open to traffic by midday on Saturday, Nov. 8: The… Read more: New KY 3690 Roadway to Open to Traffic
- Kentucky State Police Arrest Muhlenberg County Man in a Child Abuse investigationby Erin SchmittMADISONVILLE, KY. (November 6, 2025) –The Kentucky State Police Post 2 in Madisonville is investigating a child abuse case involving an infant in Greenville, Kentucky. On September 6, 2025, Child Protective Services contacted KSP Post 2 to report a 7-month-old was being treated for multiple serious physical injuries. A thorough investigation indicated Tristan Bolton, 23,… Read more: Kentucky State Police Arrest Muhlenberg County Man in a Child Abuse investigation
- Senator Robby Mills Announces Re-Election Bid: “Kentucky Needs Fighters,Not Followers.”by Erin SchmittHenderson, KY – Kentucky State Senator Robby Mills has announced his campaign for re-election to the 4th Senate District. Mills, a Republican, said in a press release that his mission isn’t finished. “Kentucky needs fighters, not followers. I’ve stood shoulder to shoulder with President Trump to defend our coal jobs, lower taxes, and protect the… Read more: Senator Robby Mills Announces Re-Election Bid: “Kentucky Needs Fighters,Not Followers.”
- KSP investigating fatal collision in Hopkinsvilleby Erin SchmittHOPKINSVILLE, KY. (November 6, 2025) – Kentucky State Police are investigating a fatal collision involving a deputy’s vehicle and pedestrian that occurred Wednesday night in Christian County. At approximately 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, Christian County Dispatch contacted KSP Post 2 requesting assistance with a collision near the 4500 block of Madisonville Road (U.S.-41) in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.… Read more: KSP investigating fatal collision in Hopkinsville
- Kentucky and Indiana authorities are working together on death investigation after woman’s body found in Indianaby Erin SchmittHenderson Police Department said it is pursuing a death investigation involving a woman whose body was initially located in Indiana. The investigation began after a body was located at Bluegrass Fish and Wildlife area in Indiana. The deceased has been identified as 35-year-old Kristina Robison. Authorities said that joint investigative efforts between the Indiana State… Read more: Kentucky and Indiana authorities are working together on death investigation after woman’s body found in Indiana
- Two Evansville Men Arrested for Dealing Cocaineby Erin SchmittIndiana authorities have arrested two Evansville men in connection with distributing cocaine in the area. Detectives with the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force began receiving information in September indicating that Ramiro Chapa Jr., 56, of Evansville, was distributing cocaine in the Evansville area, according to a news release. Detectives initiated an investigation utilizing physical and… Read more: Two Evansville Men Arrested for Dealing Cocaine
- Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Gov. Martha Layne Collins by Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 3, 2025) – On Saturday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced the death of former Kentucky Gov. Martha Layne Collins. The 56th Governor of the commonwealth and its only woman Governor, Collins served in that role from 1983 to 1987. Prior to becoming Governor, she served as Lieutenant Governor from 1979 to 1983. She was… Read more: Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Gov. Martha Layne Collins
- Authorities investigating fatal fire that killed one person at Henderson homeby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, KY, November 3, 2025– The Henderson Fire Department is investigating a fatal structure fire that occurred over the weekend on Millcreek Drive. The Henderson Fire Department was dispatched at 11:57 p.m. Sunday to a reported structure fire in the 900 block of Millcreek Drive. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a large fire throughout the residence.… Read more: Authorities investigating fatal fire that killed one person at Henderson home
- Gov. Beshear Invites Kentuckians to ORX Community Celebration in Hendersonby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. (Oct. 30, 2025) – After three years of major infrastructure improvements, work on Section 1 of the Ohio River Crossing in Henderson is coming to a close. Gov. Andy Beshear and state and local leaders will cut the ribbon on the monumental project on Monday, Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. CDT, followed by… Read more: Gov. Beshear Invites Kentuckians to ORX Community Celebration in Henderson
- Evansville Philharmonic’s Eykamp String Quartet to Perform a Free Concert at the Preston Arts Centerby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. – The Evansville Philharmonic’s Eykamp String Quartet will perform a free concert at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21 at the Preston Arts Center. The performance will include jazz selections. The Eykamp String Quartet was established in 2002 through the generosity of the Eykamp Family to provide high-caliber live classical music performances and provide… Read more: Evansville Philharmonic’s Eykamp String Quartet to Perform a Free Concert at the Preston Arts Center
- Beams to be set on second ORX approach bridgeby Erin SchmittEvansville, Ind. (Oct. 29, 2025) – Nearly 50 additional large, concrete beams will be delivered and set in November for another bridge that is part of Section 3 of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing (ORX), the approach work in Evansville. The 48 concrete beams range in length from 134 feet to 163 feet long. Four… Read more: Beams to be set on second ORX approach bridge
- Henderson, Union, Webster and McLean counties receive state funding for roadway repairsby Erin SchmittSeveral local fiscal courts have received Rural Secondary Program Funds from the state to repair roadways in their respective counties. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet engineers recently presented Henderson Fiscal Court with a $1,024,500 check, Webster County Fiscal Court with a $829,000 check, and Union County Fiscal Court received a $830,000 check. McLean Fiscal Court also received… Read more: Henderson, Union, Webster and McLean counties receive state funding for roadway repairs
- Warrant Issued For Suspect In Officer-Involved Shooting Following Separate Shots Fired Incidentby Erin SchmittAn arrest warrant has been issued for a man accused of shooting an Evansville Police officer while fleeing a car stop last month. Evansville Police Department said that an arrest warrant had been issued for 18-year-old Jailani D. Chew in reference to a shots fired run on Sept. 19, according to a police report. Officers… Read more: Warrant Issued For Suspect In Officer-Involved Shooting Following Separate Shots Fired Incident
- Two Evansville Residents Stabbed; Suspect now in Custodyby Erin SchmittThe Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Bryan Douglas Schini in connection with the stabbing of two Evansville residents at a southeast-side home. Schini is charged with two counts of Attempted Murder and one count of Burglary. On October 19th, 2025, at approximately 10:08 PM, deputies were dispatched to the 1900 block of Meridian Drive in reference to a stabbing.… Read more: Two Evansville Residents Stabbed; Suspect now in Custody
- Kentucky State Police Searching for Escaped Inmate from Henderson County Detention Centerby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. (Oct. 21, 2025) – The Kentucky State Police Henderson Post 16, is searching for an inmate who escaped from the Henderson County Detention Center on October 21st, at approximately 12:15 p.m. Timothy A. Oliver, 53 years of age, is described as a while male, 6’ 1” tall, weighing 200 pounds, with brown hair… Read more: Kentucky State Police Searching for Escaped Inmate from Henderson County Detention Center
- New Date Set for Glover Cary Bridge Reopeningby Erin SchmittOWENSBORO, Ky. (October 21, 2025) – The Blue Bridge in Owensboro is expected to remain closed until January as repairs continue. The contractor repairing the Glover Cary Bridge – also called the Blue Bridge – in Owensboro has notified the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet that it will be January 16 before enough work is complete to… Read more: New Date Set for Glover Cary Bridge Reopening
- KSP investigating fatal Muhlenberg County crashby Erin SchmittGREENVILLE, KY. –Kentucky State Police is investigating a fatal collision that occurred October 13, 2025, in Muhlenberg County. At approximately 7:03 p.m. on Oct. 13, Muhlenberg County Dispatch contacted KSP Post 2 requesting assistance with a single vehicle collision near the 8 mile-marker on US-62 in Greenville, Kentucky. A preliminary investigation indicates Nicholas Brown, 19,… Read more: KSP investigating fatal Muhlenberg County crash
- Gov. Beshear: $9.1 Million Reallocated To Fund Senior Meals; State To Provide Temporary Relief for Kentuckians During Federal Shutdownby Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 20, 2025) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday that his administration has reallocated $9.1 million to the Aging and Independent Living appropriation for the Senior Meals program following news that Area Development Districts (ADDs) have exhausted all previously budgeted funding for the program. The Governor also shared an update on the Supplemental… Read more: Gov. Beshear: $9.1 Million Reallocated To Fund Senior Meals; State To Provide Temporary Relief for Kentuckians During Federal Shutdown
- Authorities identify the two men killed in a vehicle versus train collision in Robardsby Erin SchmittAuthorities have identified the father and son who were killed after their vehicle was struck by a train in Robards. The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office identified the two men as Basten Johnson, 60, and Basi Johnson, 35, both of Orlando, Florida. The crash occurred at approximately 6:40 a.m. Tuesday, when a northbound train struck a… Read more: Authorities identify the two men killed in a vehicle versus train collision in Robards
- KSP Investigating Fatal Collision in Daviess Countyby Erin SchmittOwensboro, Ky. (October 14, 2025) – Kentucky State Police Post 16 in Henderson is investigating a fatal collision that occurred Tuesday evening on Carter Road in Owensboro. At approximately 8:42 p.m. Tuesday, a trooper patrolling Carter Road notified Post 16 Dispatch that he had located a collision on Carter Road near the U.S. 60 Bypass… Read more: KSP Investigating Fatal Collision in Daviess County
- Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Christian Countyby Erin SchmittOAK GROVE, KY. (October 13, 2025) – A Clarksville man was killed following a fatal two-vehicle collision in Christian County on Sunday afternoon. At approximately 2:56 p.m. Sunday, Christian County Dispatch contacted Kentucky State Police Post 2 requesting assistance with a collision at the intersection of Kentucky 117 and US-41 in Oak Grove. A preliminary… Read more: Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Christian County
- RCUTs Near the Twin Bridges to Open Thursdayby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky.– A $4 million highway safety project along the U.S. 41 corridor in Henderson is scheduled to open today, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. The pair of Restricted Crossing U-Turns (RCUTs), located just south of the Twin Bridges, will open about a week ahead of schedule, according to a news release. RCUTs are designed to… Read more: RCUTs Near the Twin Bridges to Open Thursday
- Kentucky State Police Investigates Threats Made to Kentucky Parole Boardby Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, Ky. (October 6, 2025) – The Kentucky State Police (KSP) is investigating violent threats made to Kentucky Parole Board members. Over the past several days, Board members have had their personal identifying information released online and threats of violence and deaths against them and their families. Threatening to cause harm to others is a… Read more: Kentucky State Police Investigates Threats Made to Kentucky Parole Board
- Mills gives statement on Energy Planning and Inventory Commission appointmentby Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, KY. (Oct. 6, 2025) – The following is a statement from Senate Majority Caucus Chair Robby Mills, R-Henderson, primary sponsor of 2024 Senate Bill 349, regarding the appointment of Eric King as executive director of the Energy Planning and Inventory Commission (EPIC). “After more than a year of delays from the Governor, I am encouraged to… Read more: Mills gives statement on Energy Planning and Inventory Commission appointment
- Scam Alert – Fraudsters Impersonating Funeral Homesby Erin SchmittKentucky State Police Post 16 – Henderson are warning the public about a scam in which criminals are posing as funeral home representatives through text messages. Victims report receiving unsolicited texts claiming to be a funeral home representative (using a real name associated with the facility), demanding payment for services immediately. These messages are fraudulent.… Read more: Scam Alert – Fraudsters Impersonating Funeral Homes
- Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Hopkins Countyby Erin SchmittMADISONVILLE, KY. (September 25, 2025) – The Kentucky State Police Post 2 in Madisonville is investigating a fatal collision involving a semi-truck and vehicle (sedan) that occurred Wednesday night in Hopkins County near Dawson Springs, Kentucky. At approximately 11:30 PM CT, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office contacted KSP Post 2 requesting assistance with a collision on… Read more: Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Hopkins County
- Webster County man to serve 30 years for rape and abuse of infantby Erin SchmittDIXON, Ky. (Sept. 19, 2025) – A Webster County man will serve 30 years in prison for the rape and abuse of an infant. Mykill D. Puckett, 26, pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree rape (victim under 12 years of age; Class A Felony), one count of incest (Class A Felony), one count of… Read more: Webster County man to serve 30 years for rape and abuse of infant
- Vehicle and Human Remains Located in Ohio River Near Morganfieldby Erin SchmittMORGANFIELD, Ky. – Kentucky State Police are investigating after a vehicle and human remains were discovered in the Ohio River near a boat ramp off Dike Lane in Morganfield, Kentucky (Union County). Around 10:00 a.m. Friday, a scuba diver located a submerged vehicle and immediately notified authorities. Upon recovery, human remains were also discovered. At… Read more: Vehicle and Human Remains Located in Ohio River Near Morganfield
- Gov. Beshear Announces RISING, a Documentary From Team Kentucky on Rebuilding Eastern Kentucky Following 2022 Floodsby Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 11, 2025) – Team Kentucky has produced a new documentary about the historic 2022 floods in Eastern Kentucky. RISING tells the story of the strength and resilience of Eastern Kentuckians as they undertake the most ambitious rebuilding effort in the nation following the historic 2022 floods, according to a news release. The… Read more: Gov. Beshear Announces RISING, a Documentary From Team Kentucky on Rebuilding Eastern Kentucky Following 2022 Floods
- Maintenance Project Planned on Twin Bridgesby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to begin a T-1 Steel maintenance project on the southbound U.S. 41 bridge in Henderson on Monday, September 8. T-1 steel — a grade of high-strength, quenched and treated steel known for being highly amenable to welding and machining — is no longer used… Read more: Maintenance Project Planned on Twin Bridges
- John James Audubon State Park Museum Among Kentucky Living’s 2025 “Best in Kentucky” Winnersby Erin SchmittKentucky Living has named John James Audubon State Park Museum among the commonwealth’s 2025 “Best in Kentucky” winners. The state’s most widely read print publication, Kentucky Living, features the 2025 Best in Kentucky award winners in its September issue. The magazine showcases reader choices for the outstanding attractions, businesses, products and people that make Kentucky… Read more: John James Audubon State Park Museum Among Kentucky Living’s 2025 “Best in Kentucky” Winners