Tri-State food organizations weigh in on local impact on SNAP following end of government...
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Even though the government shutdown has ended, families in the Tri-State are still feeling the impact, especially when it comes to food assistance. “We had over 9,000 households in Vanderburgh county alone that didn’t get their SNAP benefits as of November 1st,” Lisa Vaughan, director of...
“It’s unsettling”: VHS rallies for support in animal cruelty case
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — A woman the Vanderburgh County prosecutor says “left dogs to die and starve” is facing similar charges in Warrick County. The Vanderburgh Humane Society is hoping their call on the community will bring awareness to her most recent charge in Warrick County. “It became very personal for us...
Heartfelt Boonville Goodwill Find Leads to Search for “Kasey”
A local woman bought a book at the Boonville Goodwill, and the heartfelt message found inside has her and the community searching for its rightful owner.
Cleaton car fire cleared in just 30 minutes
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Quick thinking from fire fighters had a massive blaze from a car fire under control in a matter of minutes. The Central City Fire Department says the smoke and flames were from a car that caught fire on Kameron Street. Officials say the scene was cleared in just 30 minutes and […]
Evansville woman allegedly shoplifts, almost runs down store employee
A store employee says a female was shoplifting a phone charger and charging block.
Does Any Evansville Restaurant Offer Better Value Than Sunrise Cafe?
If you're looking for a restaurant in Evansville that offers great value for money, you might want to consider Sunrise Cafe. With two locations in the city, this restaurant has been praised for its consistent quality in both breakfast and dinner options. Notably, they have recently added a Mexican grill to their...
Evansville church wants more volunteers to pack 500K meals
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An Evansville church is looking for more volunteers. Organizers say on November 20 through 23, Blue Grass Church will be hosting a “Feed My Starving Children MobilePack” event at two locations in Evansville. Volunteers will work in two-hour shifts at either the Vanderburgh County 4-H Center or...
‘One day at a time’: Niagara house explosion survivor shares his story
HENDERSON CO., Ky. (WFIE) - The remaining survivor of a Niagara house explosion to be released from the hospital says they are taking it one day at a time. The fire happened on October 25. Three people were inside: Harold Dover, his girlfriend, Kim, and his 6-year-old daughter, Nicole. “Well,...
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile rolls into Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile has rolled into Evansville. Fans were invited to tour the iconic vehicle sit shot-bun and snag a famous wiener whistle. Today the Wienermobile was at Schnucks on the west side. It will be at the Darmstadt location from 9 a.m. until noon on Friday, then at the […]
Deer rescued from Holiday World pool
SPENCER CO., Ind. (WFIE) - Conservation officers saved a deer that had fallen through a safety net Friday at Holiday World. They say the deer fell about 15 feet into a pool. Officers say the deer was able to be sedated by a vet, and with the help of the Santa Claus Volunteer Fire Dept. and Spencer County Sheriff’s...
