Evansville celebrates last day of Shrinersfest
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Several people took advantage of the nice weather and headed downtown for the last day of Shrinersfest. The festival features local bands, a bike show, Jeep show, beer garden and a half pot raffle. There are also plenty of food options and family activities. One man tells us his family doesn’t
Historic Newburgh Strawberry Social takes place Sunday
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WFIE) - This weekend may be a good time to check out some outdoor fun in Newburgh. Historic Newburgh, Inc. is hosting its sixth annual Strawberry Social Saturday on Sunday, May 31. They will have the road shut down between the Old Lock and Dam and Allen Family...
Construction of Henderson County Solar set to start June 15
Project approved in 2021 before solar moratorium; residents voice concerns at Wednesday meeting. The construction of the Henderson County Solar project is scheduled to begin in June, months after its original start date, a delay that came after project officials went before the state Public Service Commission to keep i
Germania Mannerchor unveils new biergarten
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Dozens of people gathered at Germania Mannerchor for the unveiling of a new biergarten. The dedication coincided with the club’s annual spring concert. Attendees were able to enjoy German beer as well as cultural foods. There were also several musical acts at the event. Families could take-in
Consolidated Grain and Barge Expands Mount Vernon, Indiana, Operations
Agribusiness company Consolidated Grain and Barge Co. (CGB) plans to expand its operations in Mount Vernon, Indiana. The $47 million project at Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon will include new grain storage and truck unloading facilities, as well as a conveyor system connecting multiple sites throughout the port. “We str
I-64 eastbound shut down following semi rollover
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The eastbound lanes on I-64 are shut down after a semi-truck rolled over. According to dispatch, the call came in at 6:44 p.m. near Highway 41. Dispatch says the driver has been taken to a local hospital, but did not disclose their status. The ramp from southbound 41 to eastbound I-64 […]
Great American flag unfurled for America 250
A piece of American history will take part in the country's 250th birthday this summer.
Man found dead in Perry County arrested days before
RELATED VIDEO: Perry Co. Sheriff discusses investigation after body found in Saddle Lake HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The man found dead in Saddle Lake in Perry County was arrested a few days before in Vanderburgh County. According to an affidavit, Anthony Evrard was arrested on May 22 for resisting law enforcement. The Van
Police: 18-year-old charged with neglect after kids test positive for THC
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Police say an 18-year-old from Henderson is under arrest on charges of Neglect of a Dependent. This happened Friday night around 6:00 p.m. EPD says two, 4 year-old juveniles were being transported from Henderson to Deaconess Gateway Hospital. The juveniles were unresponsive but breathing. Poli
Person hurt after accident at Vanderburgh Co. 4H Center
VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. (WFIE) - We’re working to get more information about a person hurt Saturday at the Vanderburgh County 4H Center. This happened just before 9:00 a.m. Dispatch says that a caller reported a ramp had fallen on a person at the 4H Center. No word yet on...

















