Tim Jagielo
Multimedia Journalist-
The 2024 State of the County Rotary luncheon was held Tuesday, informing the community up county-wide projects; Presenting were Commission President Justin Elpers and Commissioner Mike Goebel -
The Evansville Fire Department held a news conference Monday afternoon, sharing details concerning the fire that destroyed the Pike’s Mattress warehouse this weekend; three firefighters were hospitalized from heat stroke -
Colleges and universities not only educate students and employ staff members — they also have an economic effect on the surrounding community that can total in the billions -
This weekend families with children under age 5 can meet multiple service agencies in one place, focusing on early childhood health and education; the semi annual Tox-Away Day is Saturday as well -
There are several Ohio River bank cleanings every year; combined they can remove 20,000 pounds of trash from the riverbank -
The University of Southern Indiana recently completed expansions and renovations of their recreation center — its multiple purposes include student wellness and access to religious activities and even a photo studio for the office of communications -
The Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana is working with Toyota Indiana to facilitate creating a new mural for the Princeton facility; the 10th Annual Spooky Show is only accepting one piece per artist -
This week, the Board of Public Safety approved the closing of several Evansville streets to accommodate upcoming events; this board is responsible for approvals for events large and small -
The Biology department of the University of Evansville used 60 eggplants to study the effect of local urban pollinators, which helped double the plant’s output; part of growing interest in urban ecology -
Terry delivered her inaugural 2025 city budget overview Tuesday afternoon at the start of a long day of budget hearings for the city council; includes raises for non-bargaining employees and police, significant challenges such as citywide blight
