The City of Henderson firefighters are lending their expertise to a project that has resonated with them. They’re working on the 58th home to be built by Habitat for Humanity of Henderson, located at 719 Lieber St. The previous home on the lot was destroyed by a fire in April 2008. Margaret
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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
Parental Control February 2017
Q: My 10-year-old wants a smartphone. I’m not sure I’m ready for that, but I don’t want him to feel left out. Is that too young? I know lots of kids have a phone nowadays. A: I can tell you from working in a school, kids are getting phones younger and younger. I personally think this question
Met Their Match
One of the most valuable gifts a person can offer is their time. Eula Wilson has given this gift nearly every week for the past five years. Wilson serves as a Big Sister in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Henderson County, a volunteer-supported mentoring organization with monitored matches between
‘Twas the Season of Giving
It was 17 degrees on the morning of Friday, Dec. 16, 2016, where residents from Henderson, Evansville, and surrounding areas waited outside to be seen by a dentist – for free. Audubon Dental Center held its 20th annual Christmas Care Day where they served 58 patients with needs ranging from
Where is Henderson?
When Jerilyn Dufresne began toying with the idea for a new murder mystery she had no idea it would take place in Henderson. She didn’t even know "whodunnit." "I had an idea of what if a body fell off a train in Quincy, Illinois, my hometown," she said. Most of her books take place in Quincy, but
Henderson Homes to Brighten Your Holiday Season
Looking for a twinkling town, adorned with Christmas decorations for a special, winter weekend getaway? Look no further than historic, quaint Henderson, Kentucky. Located on the mighty Ohio River in the western region of the state, we do Christmas décor just like a classy, down-to-earth river town
Experiencing Arctic Adventure
The second annual Arctic Adventure Kids Fun Festival presented by Independence Bank will be Friday, December 30 and Saturday, December 31, 2016, at the Owensboro Convention Center. This indoor polar playground will be full of activities for kids of all ages! Frostbite Fred and his crew learned a
Skateboarding is my Nature
Zachary Overfield openly acknowledges skateboarding possesses an undesirable perception that the sport introduces youth to trouble. It’s a negative connotation he defends because in his experience skateboarding did the opposite – it saved him. In 2014, the 28-year-old Henderson County High School
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