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- 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
- Police: Body of Suspect in Heather Teague case exhumed for DNAby Erin SchmittNearly 30 years to the day that Heather Teague went missing, authorities have confirmed that a suspect has been exhumed for DNA testing. Kentucky State Police Trooper Corey King confirmed to WSON that Marty Dill was exhumed from a Henderson County cemetery to take a DNA sample. King said that Kentucky State Police, Kentucky State… Read more: Police: Body of Suspect in Heather Teague case exhumed for DNA
- Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Kentucky Soldier Killed in Korean Warby Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 13, 2025) – Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Thursday, Aug. 14, in honor of a Kentucky soldier who died during the Korean War but whose remains were only identified in May 2025. U.S. Army Pfc. Rodger E. Fields of Busy, Kentucky,… Read more: Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Kentucky Soldier Killed in Korean War
- Kentucky Joins Lawsuit To Stop Trump Administration’s Move To Freeze Federal Funding Tied to Unemployment Insuranceby Erin SchmittKentucky is joining 22 other states and the District of Columbia in challenging the Trump Administration over its decision to freeze $3.6 million in previously approved grants administered by the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet to support efforts tied to Unemployment Insurance. The funds were appropriated by Congress, and the freeze violates federal statutory and… Read more: Kentucky Joins Lawsuit To Stop Trump Administration’s Move To Freeze Federal Funding Tied to Unemployment Insurance
- Continuous Friction Surveying to Begin in KYTC District 2 This Weekby Erin SchmittMotorists on state primary and secondary routes in all 11 of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 2’s counties may see unique survey vehicles on the roadway over the next few weeks. These vehicles are called SCRIM® trucks (Sideway-force Coefficient Routine Investigation Machines), and they will be collecting data to be used in analyzing the connection… Read more: Continuous Friction Surveying to Begin in KYTC District 2 This Week
- Kentucky Department of Education launches KY Learning Hub for high-quality professional learningby Erin Schmitt(FRANKFORT, KY) – The Kentucky Department of Education has announced the launch of the KY Learning Hub, a free professional learning platform available to all Kentucky educators, according to a news release. Designed as a one-stop destination for accessing high-quality, relevant training and resources, the KY Learning Hub offers a streamlined, user-friendly experience to support… Read more: Kentucky Department of Education launches KY Learning Hub for high-quality professional learning
- Planning Underway for Lions 2025 Arts and Crafts Festivalby Erin SchmittHenderson Lions are preparing for what has been called one of the biggest festivals in the area – The Henderson Lions Arts and Crafts Festival at Audubon State Park. This year’s dates are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 4-5. The cost to enter is $5 to park your vehicle. There is plenty of… Read more: Planning Underway for Lions 2025 Arts and Crafts Festival
- Gov. Beshear Joins E. Hofmann Packaging To Break Ground on New $43 Million Production Facility Set To Create 164 Jobsby Erin SchmittE. Hofmann Packaging broke ground on its first U.S. operation Tuesday. The Canadian-based plastics packaging producer is investing $43 million in a new Hopkins County facility, creating 164 quality Kentucky jobs, according to a news release from the governor’s office. “Our economic momentum is made possible by great companies continuing to choose Kentucky to grow… Read more: Gov. Beshear Joins E. Hofmann Packaging To Break Ground on New $43 Million Production Facility Set To Create 164 Jobs
- More Ramp Closures Planned in Madisonville Tonightby Erin SchmittMADISONVILLE, Ky. (July 28, 2025) – As work continues along I-69 in Madisonville, motorists should anticipate delays and ramp closures in the northbound lanes this week. A contractor working for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will begin working on the northbound slow lane of the interstate on Monday night. The right lane will be blocked from… Read more: More Ramp Closures Planned in Madisonville Tonight
- Pedestrian killed in vehicle accident in Crofton this weekendby Erin SchmittCROFTON, Ky.– A car struck and killed an Ohio woman while she was outside of her vehicle on the shoulder of the Pennyrile Parkway this weekend. Christian County dispatch contacted Kentucky State Police at 12:58 p.m. Sunday requesting that the agency investigate a fatal collision involving a pedestrian at the 22-mile marker on the Pennyrile… Read more: Pedestrian killed in vehicle accident in Crofton this weekend
- Federal Public Assistance Approved for Communities Affected by Severe Weather in April and Mayby Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, Ky. (July 23, 2025) –President Donald Trump has approved Public Assistance for 64 counties affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides on April 2, 2025, and 36 counties affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes on May 16-17, 2025, according to a news release from the governor’s office. “Great… Read more: Federal Public Assistance Approved for Communities Affected by Severe Weather in April and May
- Gov. Beshear: More Kentuckians Attaining GED After Steps by Team Kentucky To Remove Barriers, Increase Accessby Erin SchmittMore Kentuckians without a high school diploma are earning their GED, with a success rate that surpasses the national rate. “There are multiple paths to a good life, which is why Lt. Gov. Coleman and I made it a priority to help more Kentuckians earn their GED – a goal we’re continuing to find new… Read more: Gov. Beshear: More Kentuckians Attaining GED After Steps by Team Kentucky To Remove Barriers, Increase Access
- Beams to be set on new ORX approach bridgesby Erin SchmittShort-term rolling closures to occur weekly to transport beams Evansville, Ind. (July 17, 2025) – Nearly 200 large, concrete beams will be delivered and set in the coming months for the three approach bridges that are part of Section 3 of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing the approach work in Evansville. The longest beams are… Read more: Beams to be set on new ORX approach bridges
- Carnegie classifies Henderson Community College as ‘Higher Access, Higher Earnings’ Opportunity Collegeby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson Community College’s focus on opening its doors widely to students and equipping them for higher wages and workforce success has gained national recognition, according to a news release. The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education has named HCC as an Opportunity College for “Higher Access, Higher Earnings,” one of only… Read more: Carnegie classifies Henderson Community College as ‘Higher Access, Higher Earnings’ Opportunity College
- Paving Begins Tonight Along Henderson Stripby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. (July 7, 2025) – A Kentucky Transportation Cabinet contractor plans to begin nighttime paving along the “U.S. 41 Strip” in Henderson on Monday evening. Beginning Monday night, E&B Paving will be applying new asphalt to the roadway from the north end of the U.S. 60 on/off ramps to U.S. 41 to the state… Read more: Paving Begins Tonight Along Henderson Strip