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- Serious Violent Felon Arrested for Dealing Methamphetamine and Possession of FirearmAn Evansville man is accused of dealing methamphetamine out of his residence. In January, detectives with the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force began receiving information that Anthony Michael Stepro, 50, of Evansville, was selling methamphetamine from his residence in the 2100 block of West Delaware Street. Detectives were ultimately able to establish sufficient probable cause… Read more: Serious Violent Felon Arrested for Dealing Methamphetamine and Possession of Firearm
- KY 2678 in Robards to be Blocked Next WeekRobards, Ky. (February 13, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to close Kentucky 2678 (Rockhouse Road) near Robards in Henderson County for a single day to allow crews to replace a damaged culvert and perform ditching work. The work is planned for Wednesday, February 18. The closure will affect the entire length of Kentucky 2678, which runs… Read more: KY 2678 in Robards to be Blocked Next Week
- Temporary Road Closures Planned on KY 132 in Webster County Next WeekWEBSTER COUNTY, Ky. (February 13, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans two blockages of Kentucky 132 in Webster County next week to replace cross drains. Closures are planned from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. On Monday, Feb. 16, crews plan to block Kentucky 132 at the 19-mile point. This location is approximately 0.4 miles… Read more: Temporary Road Closures Planned on KY 132 in Webster County Next Week
- Bill to improve Kentucky’s assessment, accountability systems passes out of House Education CommitteeFRANKFORT, KY) – A bill reimagining Kentucky’s state assessment and accountability systems has passed out of the House Primary and Secondary Education Committee with no opposition. HB 257, sponsored by Rep. J.T. Payne, an assistant principal at the Henderson County Career and Technical Center, would encourage districts to work more closely with their communities to… Read more: Bill to improve Kentucky’s assessment, accountability systems passes out of House Education Committee
- Man and juvenile charged after a shots fired incident in EvansvilleA man and juvenile were taken into custody on firearm related charges following an investigation by Evansville Police Department. Detectives with the Adult Investigation Unit and the Street Crimes United began an investigation on Feb. 1 into a shots fired run in the 1600 block of Jackson Ave. On Tuesday, detectives conducted a car stop… Read more: Man and juvenile charged after a shots fired incident in Evansville
- Vanderburgh County Sheriff Seeks Termination after Deputy Arrested for OWIVanderburgh County Sheriff Noah Robinson announced today that the office is seeking the termination of Deputy Evan Luigs following his arrest on February 8, 2026, for Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated. That marks the second alcohol-related incident involving the deputy in just over one year. Deputies and Indiana State Police responded to a two-vehicle… Read more: Vanderburgh County Sheriff Seeks Termination after Deputy Arrested for OWI
- Viking Cruises adding Henderson as a permanent stop in 2027HENDERSON, KY. – Travelers can now book a 2027 Viking cruise that includes Henderson, Kentucky as a permanent stop, as the Viking Mississippi expands her itineraries to include the Ohio River. The move will bring hundreds of visitors from around the world to Henderson’s riverfront and marks a major milestone for the community’s tourism industry, according to the… Read more: Viking Cruises adding Henderson as a permanent stop in 2027
- Deputies Investigating Fatal Crash on I69A person walking in the roadway on I-69 in Evansville was struck and killed by a vehicle early Monday morning. Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched at about 12:13 a.m. Monday to a report of a person walking in the roadway on I-69 west of the Covert Avenue exit. Approximately three minutes later, an additional… Read more: Deputies Investigating Fatal Crash on I69
- Police Searching for Missing Muhlenberg County TeenMUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. –Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 2 is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing Muhlenberg County juvenile. Peyton G. Speck, age 17, identifies as female and is described as approximately 6 feet tall and weighing around 160 pounds. Peyton has brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen on February… Read more: Police Searching for Missing Muhlenberg County Teen
- Health Department Warns of Increased Overdose Risk in Daviess CountyThe Green River District Health Department is urging residents to take precautions following a recent overdose alert issued in Daviess County. Between January 29 and February 4, 2026, Emergency Medical Services reported 13 suspected nonfatal overdose encounters. This number is higher than expected for this time period and indicates an increased risk in the community.… Read more: Health Department Warns of Increased Overdose Risk in Daviess County
- Former City of Henderson Mayor, WSON Owner Henry Lackey passes away at the age of 78Former City of Henderson Mayor and former owner of WSON Henry Lackey died Thursday at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 78. Lackey served as mayor from 2003-2006. He was the owner of WSON radio station in Henderson for many years. Current WSON Owner Ed Henson… Read more: Former City of Henderson Mayor, WSON Owner Henry Lackey passes away at the age of 78
- State releases county unemployment data for December 2025FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 5, 2026) — Unemployment rates fell in all 120 counties between December 2024 and December 2025, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. Henderson County recorded a jobless rate of 3.7% in December, down from 5.0% the previous year. Union County recorded… Read more: State releases county unemployment data for December 2025
- RiverValley Behavioral Health Achieves Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic DesignationRiverValley Behavioral Health has been designated as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, a nationally recognized model designed to strengthen access to high-quality, comprehensive behavioral health services for individuals and families. This designation reflects RVBH’s ongoing commitment to providing timely, integrated, and person-centered mental health and substance use treatment, regardless of an individual’s ability to… Read more: RiverValley Behavioral Health Achieves Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Designation
- Henderson man graduates from KSP Training AcademyA Henderson man recently graduated from the Kentucky State Police Training Academy. Nathan Francis of Henderson will also be assigned to KSP Post 16 in Henderson. Francis was one of 32 cadets to recently graduate from KSP’s Training Academy. During the graduation ceremony, KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett, Jr. commended the graduates for their determination and resilience throughout… Read more: Henderson man graduates from KSP Training Academy
- Fatal Train Collision Claims Life in Henderson County
HENDERSON, KY – The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal collision between a passenger vehicle and a CSX train that occurred Monday afternoon. The accident took place at approximately 4:14 p.m. on February 2, 2026, at the crossing on Anthoston Frog Island Road. According to authorities, the driver of the passenger vehicle was… Read more: Fatal Train Collision Claims Life in Henderson County - Results of 2025-2026 Impact Kentucky survey show continued positivity toward the teaching profession(FRANKFORT, KY) – Positivity surrounding the teaching profession continues to rise among Kentucky educators, according to the 2025-2026 Impact Kentucky Working Conditions Survey. The Kentucky Department of Education released results from the latest survey, which asks all certified school staff a variety of questions about their working conditions. The Impact Kentucky Survey is administered every… Read more: Results of 2025-2026 Impact Kentucky survey show continued positivity toward the teaching profession
- Man arrested on drug trafficking charges following joint narcotics investigation by Indiana authoritiesA man has been arrested in connection with drug trafficking following a joint narcotics investigation. Dalton A. Keller, 27, was arrested on Thursday after an investigation by the Crime Gun Intelligence Center with the assistance of the Evansville Vanderburgh County Joint Task Force. The investigation resulted in a search warrant being granted for Keller’s residence… Read more: Man arrested on drug trafficking charges following joint narcotics investigation by Indiana authorities
- SEN. MILLS’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATEThe following is from State. Sen. Robby Mills Office: Week four of the 2026 Regular Session began with a delay because of severe winter weather that blanketed the Bluegrass over the weekend. Monday’s planned proceedings were postponed until Tuesday, giving state employees, lawmakers and the public a safer route into Frankfort. Many legislators live hours… Read more: SEN. MILLS’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
- Attorney General’s Price Gouging Hotline Receives 70+ ReportsFRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 28, 2026) – With the Commonwealth under a continued state of emergency due to recent winter storms, Attorney General Russell Coleman is reminding Kentuckians the Attorney General’s Price Gouging Hotline remains open. Since Friday, Kentuckians have made 74 reports both online and through calling the hotline. The majority of the complaints are… Read more: Attorney General’s Price Gouging Hotline Receives 70+ Reports
- Stock Yards Bancorp and Field & Main Bancorp to MergeField & Main Bank is merging with Stock Yards Bancorp. Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc., parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Field & Main Bancorp, Inc., which is the parent company of Field & Main Bank. The all-stock transaction is expected to close during… Read more: Stock Yards Bancorp and Field & Main Bancorp to Merge
- Vanderburgh County Deputies Respond to Injury Crash involving JuvenilesTwo teens were injured while riding on a tabletop that was being towed by a vehicle in a snow-covered parking lot this weekend. On Saturday, deputies with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to North High School in reference to a crash involving injuries. Upon arrival, deputies learned that two juveniles had been injured… Read more: Vanderburgh County Deputies Respond to Injury Crash involving Juveniles
- Transportation Officials Issue Official Order to Enhance Relief Response Due to Forecasted Winter StormFRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 23, 2026) – As part of Team Kentucky’s preparedness efforts to protect Kentuckians ahead of the forecasted weekend winter storm, Transportation Cabinet Secretary Jim Gray has signed an official order to temporarily suspend certain restrictions on motor carriers that will be engaged in providing power restoration and transporting gasoline, diesel, propane and other critical… Read more: Transportation Officials Issue Official Order to Enhance Relief Response Due to Forecasted Winter Storm
- Final beams being delivered for approach bridge in EvansvilleEvansville, Ind. (Jan. 23, 2026) – The last beams for third and final I-69 Ohio River Crossing approach bridge under construction in Evansville are scheduled to be delivered and set over the next two weeks. The large, concrete beams are scheduled to be delivered Monday – Thursday the weeks of January 26 and February 2.… Read more: Final beams being delivered for approach bridge in Evansville
- Henderson Community Partners Announce Henderson Hospitality Summit and Keynote Speaker Will GuidaraHENDERSON, KY — Community partners announced the launch of the first-ever Henderson Hospitality Summit to be held this spring. Community leaders and media gathered Thursday morning at the Henderson County Public Library for a press conference announcing the launch of the Henderson Hospitality Summit, a new collaborative community event focused on strengthening hospitality, service, and… Read more: Henderson Community Partners Announce Henderson Hospitality Summit and Keynote Speaker Will Guidara
- Man arrested on murder charge in connection with fatal Henderson shootingA man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Powell Street on Wednesday. Harold “JC” Farmer, 20, has been charged with murder in the death of James Culver, 73. Henderson Police Department said officers responded to a residence in the 1100 block of Powell Street at about midday Wednesday for… Read more: Man arrested on murder charge in connection with fatal Henderson shooting
- TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Weight Limits Temporarily Reduced on Several Bridge in District 2MADISONVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 21, 2026) – To ensure continued traffic safety, seven state highway bridges along state highways will be posted for weight restrictions after a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet re-evaluation of structures across the Commonwealth determined the need for repairs, which are pending. Engineers performed federally required recalculations of load ratings to check for a particular type… Read more: TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Weight Limits Temporarily Reduced on Several Bridge in District 2
- Hopkinsville Bookstore Launches Regional Literary Magazine, By the GlassHopkinsville, KY – January 19th, 2026 – The Book & Bottle Shop, Hopkinsville’s downtown bookstore/wine bar hybrid, is launching a new literary magazine celebrating the artistry and creativity of writers in the region. By the Glass is founded by the Draft & Drink Writers Group of the bookstore and intends to showcase a sampling of what the Western… Read more: Hopkinsville Bookstore Launches Regional Literary Magazine, By the Glass
- Snow and Ice Crews to Begin Pretreating Roads in KYTC District 2 TodayMADISONVILLE, Ky. (January 20, 2026) – With the National Weather Service (NWS) predicting the possibility of winter weather across western Kentucky this weekend, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 2 plans to begin the process of pretreating state highways today, Tuesday, January 20, 2026. District 2 snow and ice crews will begin applying a salt brine mixture to roadways around… Read more: Snow and Ice Crews to Begin Pretreating Roads in KYTC District 2 Today
- SEN. MILLS’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATEHere’s a legislative update from Sen. Robby Mills: As we finished the second week of the 2026 Legislative Session, the pace at the Capitol continued to pick up. Committees are now fully underway, more legislation is being filed, , and the Senate has begun moving bills off the floor for consideration by the House. Week… Read more: SEN. MILLS’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
- Team Kentucky Continues Investing in Future Transportation Leaders Through College ScholarshipsFRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 16, 2026) – For Kentucky students looking to build the infrastructure their communities depend on every day, applications are now open for state-sponsored engineering and construction management scholarships. Three types of higher education scholarships are offered for current or upcoming Kentucky university and college students who apply by Feb. 1, 2026. “Kentucky’s future… Read more: Team Kentucky Continues Investing in Future Transportation Leaders Through College Scholarships
- “Holly Jolly” to film in downtown Henderson beginning January 29Henderson, KY, January 15, 2026 — Goldenrod Film & TV will begin filming exterior scenes for “Holly Jolly,” a new Christmas comedy, in downtown Henderson starting January 29. Production will take place across Henderson and Owensboro over a one-week schedule, with the crew spending 3 to 4 days in Henderson. Local extras are being considered.… Read more: “Holly Jolly” to film in downtown Henderson beginning January 29
- State releases county unemployment data for November 2025FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 15, 2026) — Unemployment rates fell in 119 counties and rose in Pike County between November 2024 and November 2025, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. Henderson County had a 4.4 % unemployment rate in November, down from 5.1% the previous… Read more: State releases county unemployment data for November 2025
- Two Evansville residents charged with more than 50 animal neglect chargesEvansville Police Department have arrested two people on more than 50 animal neglect charges. Officers were dispatched to the 2300 block of East Franklin Street to assist Animal Control with an animal complaint. Officers and Animal Control discovered more than 20 cats, more than 10 dogs, 5 ducks and 4 chickens at the residence. Most… Read more: Two Evansville residents charged with more than 50 animal neglect charges
- Evansville man arrested following vehicle pursuit and extensive theft investigationVanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office have arrested an Evansville man following an extensive months- long theft investigation. A deputy observed a tan Buick traveling on North Boeke Avenue near East Franklin Street at about 7:10 p.m. Tuesday. The deputy recognized the vehicle as one associated with an ongoing theft investigation involving multiple incidents at the Rural… Read more: Evansville man arrested following vehicle pursuit and extensive theft investigation
- KSP searching for missing Christian County womanKentucky State Police Post 2 is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing Christian County woman. Emerald “Emmy” Raeann Forgette, 39, is a white female who stands approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs about 155 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. Forgette has several identifying tattoos, including three hearts on… Read more: KSP searching for missing Christian County woman
- Henderson man arrested in connection with December Downtown Motel shootingA Henderson man has been arrested for assault in connection with a shooting that occurred at the Downtown Motel in late December. Henderson Police officers responded to the Downtown Motel on North Green Street on Dec. 28th in reference to a shooting. Officers found one person who had been shot. He was transported to a… Read more: Henderson man arrested in connection with December Downtown Motel shooting
- Vanderburgh Deputies Arrest Suspect Following Two Vehicle PursuitsAn Evansville man was taken into custody Monday evening following a vehicle pursuit that occurred in the area of Fares Avenue, Diamond Avenue, and surrounding streets. At approximately 7:05 p.m. Monday, a Sergeant with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office observed a blue Dodge Caravan near Fares Avenue and Diamond Avenue. Earlier in the evening, Evansville… Read more: Vanderburgh Deputies Arrest Suspect Following Two Vehicle Pursuits
- Kentucky agency establishes Tolling Body for the I-69 River Crossing ProjectA Tolling Body has been established for the I-69 Ohio River Crossing Project. The Kentucky Public Transportation Infrastructure Authority approved an interlocal agreement to move the project forward by establishing a Tolling Body. The agency also approved updates to the Bi-State Development Agreement reached between the states last year. Gov. Andy Beshear advocated for the… Read more: Kentucky agency establishes Tolling Body for the I-69 River Crossing Project
- Overnight Lane Closures on SB U.S. 41 Bridge Tuesday Night in HendersonHENDERSON, Ky. (January 12, 2026) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to conduct overnight guardrail repairs on the southbound Twin Bridge on U.S. 41 over the Ohio River in Henderson this week. Work is scheduled between 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, and 6 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14. Lane restrictions will be in… Read more: Overnight Lane Closures on SB U.S. 41 Bridge Tuesday Night in Henderson
- Sheriff’s Office Assists EPD in Arrest of VCSO Jail Officer who Fled at High-Speed from a Traffic StopA Vanderburgh County jail officer crashed near Indiana State Road 57 after fleeing a traffic stop. Evansville Police Department and Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office arrested Hezekiah Fils-Aime, a jail officer with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office. Fils-Aime allegedly fled at a high speed following a traffic stop on U.S. 41 that was conducted by an… Read more: Sheriff’s Office Assists EPD in Arrest of VCSO Jail Officer who Fled at High-Speed from a Traffic Stop
- Kentucky 120 Near Providence Blocked for Culvert ReplacementWEBSTER COUNTY, Ky. (January 12, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet began a two-day maintenance project on Kentucky 120 in Webster County Monday morning. From 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, KYTC will be replacing a culvert located between the 8-9 mile points. The roadway will be blocked to through traffic from Old Stanhope Road… Read more: Kentucky 120 Near Providence Blocked for Culvert Replacement
- HPD seizes 200 pounds of marijuana, firearms during routine traffic stopWhat began as a routine traffic stop near a local elementary school led to the removal of nearly 200 pounds of marijuana and firearms from Henderson’s streets. Henderson Police Department said that officers conducting a traffic stop in a marked school zone could detect a strong odor of marijuana as they approached the vehicle. During… Read more: HPD seizes 200 pounds of marijuana, firearms during routine traffic stop
- Rep. Payne files bill to make changes to Kentucky’s assessment and accountability systems(FRANKFORT, KY) – Rep. J.T. Payne has filed a bill that would make changes to Kentucky’s assessment and accountability systems to encourage districts to work more closely with their communities to establish priorities for their schools and help ensure all students have access to vibrant learning experiences. Payne represents District 11 in Henderson County and… Read more: Rep. Payne files bill to make changes to Kentucky’s assessment and accountability systems
- Pedestrian killed in fatal collision in Hopkins CountyNORTONVILLE, Ky. (January 7, 2026) – A pedestrian was killed Tuesday evening following a fatal collision with a vehicle on U.S. 41 in Hopkins County. Kentucky State Police Post 2 Madisonville is investigating a fatal collision involving a single vehicle and a pedestrian that occurred at 5:50 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of U.S. 41… Read more: Pedestrian killed in fatal collision in Hopkins County
- Armed Felon Arrested for Fleeing Evansville DetectivesAn armed felon was arrested in Evansville after allegedly fleeing detectives. At approximately 11 p.m. Monday, Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force detectives observed a vehicle speeding in the area of U.S. Highway 41 and Riverside Drive. Detectives initiated a traffic stop. Instead of stopping, the suspect, later identified as Nazhee Daniel Flowers, 28, of Evansville,… Read more: Armed Felon Arrested for Fleeing Evansville Detectives