Rob Nichols

Beginning on Monday, RWRA will close Griffith Avenue from Miller Court to Frederica Street for sewer repairs. This closure is expected to last approximately one week, pending no delays or inclement weather. Traffic will be detoured appropriately during this closure.

Refresco Beverages U.S. is voluntarily recalling bottles of apple juice sold at Walmart stores in 24-states. Newsweek reports the FDA has given the project a Class II risk definition meaning the product could cause “temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.” The juice was reclassified due to its elevated levels of inorganic arsenic. The product is sold as Great Value apple juice in 8-ounce plastic bottles sold in 6-packs with a best if used date of Dec 28th, 2024. Kentucky and several bordering states are among the recalls.

During a routine traffic stop on Highway 231 in Hartford, Ohio County deputies made a significant drug bust with the aid of K9 officer, Egon. At around 1:25am Sunday, the canine unit alerted deputies to the presence of narcotics in a vehicle. A search resulted in the discovery of drug paraphernalia, suspected methamphetamine, and various prescription medications improperly stored. The vehicle's driver, identified as James Bradshaw, was arrested and faces multiple charges including possession of a controlled substance and improper storage of prescription drugs. Bradshaw is currently held at the Ohio County Detention Center.

A woman is claiming that Kanye West told her telepathically to steal a car. Evansville police were called to a business Friday morning for a woman who was trying to break into cars. 28-year-old Ricki Smith of Louisville reportedly jumped into a car with a child in back and the mother pulled Smith out of the vehicle by the hair. Police arrested Smith who claims West speaks to her telepathically. She is being held in Vanderburgh County Jail.

An Evansville man is held without bond in the Vanderburgh County Jail on several charges. Police say they found William Jackson passed out behind the wheel of a crashed SUV early Saturday morning after Jackson drove over a curb and bushes at a hotel. An open container of alcohol was found in the vehicle, and police say three small children were also found sleeping in the backseat.

Beginning on Tuesday, September 3, RWRA will close West 10th Street from Locust Street to Frederica Street for sewer repairs. This closure is expected to last 3 to 4 days, pending no delays or inclement weather. Traffic will be detoured appropriately during this closure. Please use caution and attention while driving in this area.

The window is closed to apply for a medical cannabis license in Kentucky. The Kentucky Office for Medical Cannabis reports that 26-hundred businesses have applied for a license with 85-percent of those requests for dispensaries. Only 48-dispensaries will be allowed to operate in the Commonwealth. A lottery will be held in October for those who will receive a license. The dispensaries are expected to open in January.

Heritage Place Senior Living in Owensboro is undergoing a name change and major renovations after being acquired by Morning Pointe Senior Living. Morning Pointe Senior Living-Owensboro will offer multiple floor plans in each of the 66 assisted living apartments. The renovations are expected to be completed by the end of this year. More information is posted at MorningPointe.com.

A statue and monument honoring Indiana's longest-serving U.S. Senator has been unveiled in Indianapolis. The late Richard Lugar served 36 years in the U.S. Senate and was mayor of Indianapolis from 1968 to 1976. He died shortly after his 87th birthday in 2019 and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery. The statue and monument are located in Lugar Plaza outside the Indianapolis City-County Building.

The Owensboro Sportscenter will once again host Professional Bull Riding. The Bulls and Ghouls event is set for a few days before Halloween, on Saturday, October 26th. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are available at