The Henderson Area Arts Alliance (HAAA) was designed to enrich the community, educate the children and provide inspiration to all, and that is exactly what Alex Caudill intends to do. Alex is bringing energy, excitement, and high ambitions to the Henderson area as the new HAAA director. He says he
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Henderson’s 2017 Festival Guide
Downtown Wind Down Thursday evenings in June and July The Downtown Henderson Partnership is collaborating with Henderson Farmers Market to present Downtown Wind Down, an event that showcases the many benefits of local food and sustainable agriculture but also highlights the creative talents of our
Serving the Community is My Nature
Chad Patterson is many things to many people; he's a father, husband, friend, and an industrial construction foreman. That's his day job, but his identity shines through when he puts on his uniform as a Volunteer Fireman for the Zion Volunteer Fire Department. Chad has been with the department for
Five Henderson Teens are Acing the School of Rock
These kids can play. They'll school you in rock in a way that would make Jack Black proud - and all before 8 p.m. At 15 and 16 years old, the bandmates of "Five After Five" channel alternative and 90's rock that harken back to garage bands of lore. At one moment John Abbott will belt out the
Finding Home
How an Eritrean native faced adversity and made Henderson his home Hussen Abubeker is a 27-year-old thriving Hendersonian who works in Information Technology at Methodist Hospital, takes classes at Henderson Community College, and is a devout member of the Islamic Center of Evansville. Like many
South Heights Love Banquet
The building that sits at 1199 Madison St. in Henderson, Kentucky has, over the decades, housed thousands of elementary-aged children. However, on February 18, 2017, it was a five-star fine dining restaurant with no available reservations remaining. The Love Banquet was a big deal to the students
Experiencing Autism Together
Imagine being trapped in a crowded room. The walls are painted in colorful abstract designs, and the lights are blinding. Your mind is pulled in different directions due to the visual distractions and numerous conversations taking place. The noise is chaotic, and your head begins to throb. Anxiety
The Origins of Mother’s Day
We all have our Mother's Day celebrations and traditions. Whether it's carnations, brunch, or maybe just a sentimental card and spending the day with Mom, Mother's Day wouldn't be possible without the author and originator of Mother's Day, Mary Towles Sasseen. Mary lived in Henderson, Kentucky as a
Children’s Literacy is my Nature
Children’s Literacy is Danielle Anguish’s nature. “Even as a teenager, children would flock to me. Children are very discerning, either they like you, or they don't, and I love that honesty about them." Danielle Anguish is the Children's Services Manager of the Henderson County Public Library.
Rodeo is my Nature
"I was on a horse before I could even walk," says Kenzie Gentry, a Henderson native, and accomplished equestrian. Kenzie's resume boasts many of her accomplishments in the rodeo world, including a Miss Congeniality award in addition to her riding wins. The 20-year-old, who just earned an Associate
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