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ISP Evansville remember their fallen

EVANSVILLE, IN (WFIE)- The Indiana State Police at the Evansville District conducted its annual Memorial Service on Wednesday at 10 a.m.

46 Indiana State Police employees have been killed in the line of duty since the department was created in 1933.

Two troopers from the Evansville District have been killed in the line of duty:

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Aztar moving forward with hotel renovation plans

Aztar moving forward with hotel renovation plans

As 14 News first reported May 4, Casino Aztar officials say they are undertaking plans to fully renovate the Casino Aztar Hotel with plans to make approximately $5 million in improvements. This will be the first renovation for the hotel since it was built 15 years ago.

"There won't be a spot untouched in this renovation," said Aztar General Manager Ward Shaw.  "It will be a different experience than our more contemporary Le Merigot hotel, however.  The Aztar will remain more of a grand traditional-style that so many of our customers have enjoyed over the years, but it will get the fresh look that will dramatically improve the comfort and overall enjoyment of our guests we attract from around the region and the country.”

All 251 guest rooms will get new wall coverings, carpet, furniture, bedding, and televisions, along with renovated bathrooms. The exterior of the hotel will also be repainted.

Four taken to hospital after Evansville wreck

EVANSVILLE, IN (WFIE)- Dispatch reports a wreck at the intersection of 4th and Walnut in Evansville.

Witnesses say that a car going east on Walnut ran a red light slamming into an SUV driving south on 4th St.  The force of that impact causing the SUV to rollover onto it's side. 

Three people were in the car. One person was in the SUV.

All four people have been taken to the hospital but officials say there were no serious injuries.

Officials say alcohol and drugs are not suspected in causing the crash.

Major changes ahead for the Icemen

Major changes ahead for the Icemen

EVANSVILLE, IN (WFIE)- The Evansville Icemen organization will be making a major announcement on Thursday concerning the future direction and development of the pro hockey franchise.
 
They are holding a press conference around 11 a.m. in the 5/3 hospitality room in the Ford Center.

Iceman fans are invited to attend. 

Team owner/president Ron Geary along with General Manager/Head Coach Rich Kromm will be in attendance.

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IDOE releases third grade reading test results

IDOE releases third grade reading test results

Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Tony Bennett today announced the results of the first administration of Indiana’s third grade reading assessment, called the Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination for grade 3 (IREAD-3). Statewide, 84 percent of students assessed during the March 19-21 testing window demonstrated foundational third grade reading skills.

“Our goal is to make sure all students in Indiana gain the reading skills they need to be successful in school and life,” Bennett said. “We know students who do not have these skills by the end of grade 3 rarely catch up to their peers. The IREAD-3 assessment helps educators and parents ensure all children receive the support they need before moving forward with more challenging reading instruction.”

How did EVSC schools fare?  Click here for the link to the IDOE's report.

Waterworks Road closed for debris removal

Waterworks Road closed for debris removal

The Vanderburgh County Highway Department says Waterworks  Rd. from  LST Dr. to Highway 41. will be closed today, May 16 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for debris removal.

Drivers should use an alternate route.

 

 

 

Still unclear when residents can move back into Kunkel Square

EVANSVILLE, IN (WFIE)- Last week, tenants of Kunkel Square in downtown Evansville were ordered to leave the building after the state fire marshal's office said the apartment failed to meet fire safety codes.

We expected repairs to happen quickly, but now it's unclear how long it will be until residents can move back in.   

The fire marshal's office told the developer improvements have to be made to the building's fire alarm system and that an additional stairwell needs to be installed.