Jana Garrett

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Digital Producer at WEHT-TV (Henderson, KY)

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Here’s a look at events from April 17 through 20, 2025

1 week ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett |Gretchen Ross

Weather AlertFlood Warning: Daviess County, Henderson County, Hopkins County, Mclean County, Muhlenberg County, Union County, Webster County
Here’s a look at events from April 10 through 13, 2025

2 weeks ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett |Gretchen Ross

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UE announces 2025 Outstanding Educator winners

2 weeks ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The University of Evansville (UE) honored four educators in Vanderburgh County with “prestigious” awards during its 34th annual ceremony on April 9. The UE says each recipient received a surprise announcement within their school. Officials say specific to Vanderburgh County, this competition recognizes exemplary classroom teachers and building principals in grades K-12, each possessing a minimum of three years of experience.
Burdette Park announces temporary closure as of April 11

2 weeks ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – According to the Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners, Burdette Park will be temporarily closed beginning April 11 due to “historic flooding.”Officials say according to recent forecasts, the river is expected to crest at 48 to 48.5 feet, which is the highest since 1945. Over the past several days, Burdette Park officials have been monitoring the situation using GIS data and National Weather Service forecasts.
AG Coleman encourages Kentuckians to delete 23andMe data

2 weeks ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Attorney General Russell Coleman issued a consumer alert and encouraged Kentuckians to protect their genetic data following 23andMe’s bankruptcy announcement. Officials say the California-based 23andMe collects and analyzes people’s genetic code and uses DNA samples for a variety of purposes, including helping people trace their ancestry and detect personal health risks. The company, which filed for bankruptcy last month, announced plans to sell its assets.
Indiana Department of Health confirms 5 new measles cases

2 weeks ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has confirmed five additional cases of measles in Indiana, bringing the total to six in 2025. The IDOH says the newly reported cases are three minors and two adults in Allen County. The initial case was reported earlier this week. All six cases are connected to each other but at this time there are no known links to outbreaks in other states. The four minors were unvaccinated and the adults’ vaccination status is unclear.
Kentucky Attorney General reacts to executive order involving coal power plants

2 weeks ago | fox56news.com | Jana Garrett

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Attorney General Russell Coleman praised an executive order to prevent the closing of coal-fired power plants. Coleman said that during an event at the White House, President Trump signed an executive order intended to prevent the closing of coal-fired power plants to meet the rising electricity demand. The order also directed federal agencies to rescind policies from the previous administration that sought to move away from coal production.
KYTC's high water report for April 9, 2025

2 weeks ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) says while water continues to drop in many areas, some river counties are starting to see increased flooding as flood waters make their way downstream.
AG Coleman reacts to executive order involving coal power plants

2 weeks ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett

HENDERSON, ky. (WEHT) – Attorney General Russell Coleman praised an executive order to prevent the closing of coal-fired power plants. AG Coleman said during an event at the White House, President Trump signed an executive order intended to prevent the closing of coal-fired power plants to meet the rising demand for electricity. The order also directed federal agencies to rescind policies from the previous administration that sought to move away from coal production.
Daviess County reports at least 44 county roads closed

2 weeks ago | tristatehomepage.com | Jana Garrett

by: Jana Garrett Posted: Apr 8, 2025 / 02:04 PM CDT Updated: Apr 8, 2025 / 02:04 PM CDT HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Daviess County Fiscal Court says at least 44 county roads in Daviess County are closed due to high water. Officials say extensive flooding continues along the Ohio River, the Green River, Panther Creek and related tributaries.

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