Category Archives: Local News
Fundraiser Will Help With Willard Library's Restoration Projects
The historic Willard Public Library announced the launch of its Renovation Raffle and fundraising campaign. Money raised will go towards repairs for the 139-year-old building. The restoration projects...
Amy Adams 6h ago Photo from news release
EVSC Festival Of Nations Celebrates Anniversary This Evening
EVSC Festival of Nations will celebrate its 10th anniversary today from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This free family-friendly event will take place at the Old National Events Plaza. There will be performances...
Amy Adams 6h ago darrenw / Depositphotos.com
Track Coach Placed on Administrative Leave
An internal investigation is underway after allegations were made against a University of Evansville employee. The Cross Country and Track and Field Director Brooks LeCompte has been placed on adminis...
Amy Adams 6h ago WIKY News Photo by Jay Zimmer
Something Big Missing At This Year's Hadi Shrine Circus
A major change starts this year, in the 90th edition of the Hadi Shrine Circus. Event chairman Dale Thomas says after much discussion, the decision was made to retire the Shrine Circus Elephants. Thom...
Amy Adams 6h ago WIKY News File Photo by Jay Zimmer
Schools On Lockdown While Police Search For Suspect
Several Westside schools were put on lockdown as a precaution Wednesday morning. Just after 10:00 deputies were called to a home on Hogue Road for a stolen vehicle report. Upon arrival, however, deput...
Amy Adams 6h ago Jakob Causey (VCCC)
Evansville Church Hosting Food Giveaway
Some 40 tons of non-perishable food and cleaning supplies will be distributed this morning at the historic New Hope Baptist Church back parking lot. The food giveaway will begin at 9:00 am. The large ...
Amy Adams 6h ago Vejaa / Depositphotos.com
Reitz Memorial High School Announces New President
After an extensive national search, Reitz Memorial High School has a new President. Effective July 1, Josh Reising will take on the role. Reising has served as Reitz Memorial's Director of Finance for...
Amy Adams Apr 17, 2024 Josh Reising photo from news release
Police Need Help Locating Missing Evansville Man
A Statewide Silver Alert has been issued for an Evansville man. EPD is investigating the disappearance of 60-year-old Phillip Ray Dillon. He is 6 feet 1 inches tall, 150 pounds, and has brown hair wit...
Amy Adams Apr 17, 2024 Phillip Ray Dillon (ISP)
Indiana Volunteer Fire Departments Receive Must Needed Funding
Volunteer fire departments across Indiana will receive new personal protective equipment to better serve their communities. Governor Eric Holcomb and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security announ...
Amy Adams Apr 17, 2024 jigbigdig.gmail.com / Depositphotos.com
Former Teacher Sentenced To 10 Years
A former Gibson County elementary school teacher is now designated as a serious violent felon by Indiana law. Kevin Smith was found guilty and sentenced to 10 years on child pornography charges. Smith...
Amy Adams Apr 17, 2024 Kevin Smith (GCSO)