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What to Put in an Mother's Day Gift Basket

Ashley Sollars — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:00:47 +0000

Whether you live close to mom or far away, it’s important to honor her on this special day. See what I did there? Moms loved to be pampered on Mother’s Day so if you have the time, put together a lovely basket for her to enjoy! ________________________________________________________________________________________ An Adorable Bag Available at Etsy Start with [...]

Mother's Day Brunch and Lunch Ideas for Moms in Evansville

Ashley Sollars — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:53:13 +0000

As a new mom, I am starting to really understand the importance of Mother’s Day. You’ll never really understand until you become a parent yourself. From the very first few weeks of pregnancy and even through adulthood, you worry about your child, give up for your child and even feel physical pain for your child. [...]

Don't Be a New Year's Idiot – Avoid the Hangover

Mike Adams — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 17:12:38 +0000

The first New Year’s resolution for those with any common sense whatsoever should always be to spend New Year’s Day hangover free. However, intelligent decisions do not often go hand-in-hand when it comes to how people choose to celebrate the last official party of the year. For many, the ball will drop on sickness and [...]

Winter Storm Warning on Christmas Day in Southern Indiana & Western Kentucky – 5″ Possible!

Ashley Sollars — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 18:11:52 +0000

FOR: PIKE, WARRICK, SPENCER, VANDERBURGH From the National Weather Service in Paducah, KY A potentially major winter storm to impact holiday travel plans… A low pressure system is forecast to develop over the southern Plains, and then track northeast across Tennessee on Christmas night. Strong winds and heavy snow to the north and west of [...]

Will Southern Indiana Have a White Christmas?

Mike Adams — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:47:16 +0000

Is there any chance that Evansville and the surrounding areas will have a white Christmas this year?

Well, while anything involving the weather here in the Hoosier state is certainly possible, weather officials say that the probability of Southern Indiana seeing any snow on Christmas Day is highly unlikely.

In fact, even though there is a relatively good chan

Nutcrackers, Magic Shows and More Things to Do This Weekend In the Tri-State

Mike Adams — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 15:00:23 +0000

There is a lot going on this weekend here in the tri-state – If you plan to get your weekend started early, nearly every bar in town has karaoke and pool, and if they don’t, they have booze and food – you can’t miss. This weekend’s highlights include Michael W. Smith at the Ford Center, [...]

Hear the Evansville Police and Fire Chiefs Give Holiday Safety Tips on Wednesdays With Winnecke

Bobby G. — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:27:24 +0000

Both Police Chief Billy Bolin and Fire Chief Mike Connelly told Mayor Winnicke that the key to being safe this season is simple…just use your head. In terms of crime prevention during the holidays, or any time really, Chief Bolin says to trust your gut. ”Pay attention to your surroundings, if something or someone appears suspicious [...]

Scrooge Theatre, a German Christmas and More Things to Do This Weekend In the Tri-State

Mike Adams — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:00:51 +0000

Have Breakfast With Santa This Weekend at Mesker Park Zoo

Bobby G. — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:00:47 +0000

Enjoy a hot buffet breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus in the Rainforest Grill at Mesker Park Zoo this Saturday, December 1st and Sunday, December 2nd. This is the perfect opportunity for children to make Santa aware of their wish list items and take a photo or two (don’t forget to bring your cameras!). Children [...]

Evansville Bicentennial Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Tonight

Bobby G. — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 18:19:49 +0000

You are invited to join Mayor Lloyd Winnecke for the official City of Evansville Bicentennial Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5 p.m. today in front of the main entrance at the Civic Center, 1 N.W. Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd. The North High School Varsity Choir will open the ceremony with song and Mayor Winnecke [...]

Wild Turkeys, The Tin Man, a Victorian Christmas and More Things to Do Thanksgiving Weekend In the Tri-State

Mike Adams — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:00:42 +0000

There is a lot going on Thanksgiving weekend here in the tri-state – If you plan to get your weekend started early, nearly every bar in town has karaoke and pool, and if they don’t, they have booze and food – you can’t miss. This weekend’s highlights include the grand opening of the Tin Man [...]

Wednesdays With Winnecke Talks About Two Evansville Holiday Traditions [Audio]

Bobby G. — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:21:17 +0000

On this week’s edition of Wednesdays With Winnecke, we had two special guests in the studio to discuss two long-time holiday institutions for Evansville and the region. We’re talking about the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign, and the annual Hadi Shrine Circus. Segment 1 is all about the Salvation Army (hear the audio below): Talking [...]

Madea's Rules for Tanksgiving Dinner

Townsquare Media — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 15:49:38 +0000

by Shayna Dossett

Thanksgiving is nearing, and as a college student, that means a break from class and real food. I look forward to not having to roll out of bed five minutes before I’m supposed to be leaving my house. This is my senior year in college and so far, it has lived up its hor