Strong to severe storms will be possible Saturday night into early Sunday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Louisville. 

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The main threat will be damaging wind.

Some hail and flash flooding will be possible with this system as well.

There is still some uncertainty with the evolution in timing and locations of this system so be sure to stay up to date on the latest forecast.

Very heavy rainfall is possible with storms this weekend, particularly Saturday night to Sunday morning.

According to NWS, 1 to 3 inches of rain will be possible through the weekend.

Flooding is particularly a concern in areas which have had heavy rain over the last couple weeks. The Salem area received about 6 inches of rain last Friday afternoon in less than an hour, causing severe flooding. 

Since then, the WSLM listening area has received another 1.5 inches of rain. 

The biggest threat for these storms in the Kentuckiana area are:

A couple of rounds of showers and storms expected through the weekend

Each round will bring a threat of strong to severe storms and heavy rainfall.

The greatest threats are damaging winds, and very heavy rainfall Saturday night.

A 24-year-old Jeffersonville man is behind bars after leading police on a chase from Indiana to Kentucky and back again.

Officers fired at the man, striking him in the arm during the altercation. 

On May 25, 2017, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Clark County Sheriffs Office received a call to check the welfare of a female who had been seen at the Dollar General store on CR 311 in Sellersburg, Indiana with a male subject identified as Evan Payne, who is 24 years age from Jeffersonville, IN.

The caller reported there had been a recent altercation between the female and Mr. Payne, and was worried for her safety.

A Clark County Sheriffs Officer and Sellersburg Police Officer arrived on scene, where the Clark County Sheriffs Officer approached Mr. Payne who was sitting in his vehicle.

Upon speaking with Payne a struggle ensued in which the officer deployed his taser, which was defeated by Payne. Payne continued to physically resist with his person and vehicle. The officer then discharged his weapon at  Payne at which time Payne was struck in his arm.  Payne continued to resist and fled the scene, and a vehicle pursuit was initiated.

The pursuit traveled through Indiana, into the Kentucky, eventually returning to Indiana where the subject crashed his vehicle on Spring St. in Jeffersonville.

Payne was apprehended and was transported to a local hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

The officer was treated on scene for non-life threatening injuries.

It was reported to Jeffersonville Police Department on May 10, 2017 that Mr. Payne was the suspect in a Battery involving the same victim, where the victim sustained broken bones and was threatened with a knife.

Payne was located by Jeffersonville Police Department in which Payne resisted arrest in a vehicle, nearly striking an officer who was out of his police vehicle and nearly striking two separate Jeffersonville Police vehicles.

A warrant was issued for Payne out of Clark County Circuit Court 4 from this incident for the charges of Battery Causing Serious Bodily Injury, Intimidation with a Deadly Weapon, and Criminal Recklessness.

Payne also had a felony outstanding warrant for Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of a Legend Drug, and Possession of Marijuana out of Clark Circuit 2 and a warrant out of Floyd County for Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Paraphernalia at the time of the incident on May 25, 2017.

Payne is in the custody of the Clark County Sheriffs Office at this time for the active warrants and information will be forwarded to the Clark County Prosecutor’s Office pertaining to this latest offense.

The Clark County Sheriffs Office would like to thank Sellersburg Police, Jeffersonville Police, Clarksville Police, Indiana State Police, Jefferson County Sheriffs Office, and Louisville Metro Police for their assistance in this matter.

One local business has dug deep to help the residents of Salem by donating to the Mayor’s Flood Fund. 

Representatives from Kimball International and its Kimball Office brand today donated $25,00 cash to the Salem Emergency Flood Fund. 

One week ago, torrential rains brought the flash flooding that swelled the West Fork of Blue River to over 20 feet above flood stage. 

Many homes and businesses were damaged and have been fighting to recover while waiting on state and federal aid. 

In the meantime, Mayor Troy Merry set up an emergency fund in which local residents could get immediate help. 

“We have been a part of the Salem community since 1984 and want to give back during their time of need,” said Bob Schneider, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Kimball International. 

“Our company’s aspiration, We Build Success, enables us to share that success by donations for worthy causes and special needs like Salem is facing with the flood,” Schneider said. 

“The support we received from the community to further our strategic aspirations and daily operations is very appreciated. We are delighted to be able to aid in the record and well-being of the citizens of this community. In addition, our employees in Jasper and Salem have launched a relief drive to collect food, water and cleaning supplies,” said Kathy Sigler, Vice-President, Operations of the Kimball Office brand. 

Mayor Merry said, “On behalf of the City of Salem, we are very thankful for Kimball’s willingness to help the citizens of the community. Kimball has been a great community partner and we look forward to continue working together to build success.”

Memorial Day weekend traditionally starts off the summer travel season, and this season is shaping up to be the busiest in years.

AAA expects a million more motorists on the road over last year and the most travelling around the US in a decade (see graphic). 

Many activities and events are happening all over Indiana this weekend. With that in mind, the Indiana State Police, would like to remind all motorists that there will be extra troopers on the roadways this upcoming holiday weekend. 

Troopers will be working federally funded overtime during the “Click it or Ticket” Campaign and Operation CARE, or Combined Accident Reduction Effort, to help insure safe family travel.

The “AAA” Motor Club suggests leaving early if planning to travel this holiday weekend, as they are predicting that 39.3 million Americans will be traveling. The increase is expected to be the highest volume for holiday travel since 2005. 

With the expected increase in traffic, it’s important that motorists follow the safety tips below:  

·   Obey all speed limits and always use your turn signals.

·   Never drink and drive-If celebrating make sure to have a designated driver.

·   Make sure everyone is buckled up and children are properly restrained in child seats.

·   Always watch for and expect slowed or stopped traffic ahead, especially when approaching construction zones.

·   When stopped in traffic be watchful of traffic approaching from behind and be ready to take evasive action if it appears traffic is approaching too fast to stop.

·   If you’re planning to travel a long distance, make sure you are well rested.   A fatigued driver is as dangerous as an impaired driver.

·   Avoid tailgating.  Remember the two-second rule, and always increase following distance in construction zones.

·   Leave early, expecting heavy traffic, and give yourself extra time to reach your destination.

·   Remember to ALWAYS SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER for emergency, utility and highway service vehicles.

For more summer travel safety tips please visit http://www.in.gov/isp/2968.htm

 KFC Yum! Center and AEG Facilities’ commitment to strengthen community outreach continues with sponsoring 30-50 children from Metro Parks during the Robbie Valentine Summer Basketball Camp. 

There will be three camps throughout June and July.

During the camps, participants will receive instruction from experienced coaching staff including Robbie Valentine, Chris West and Milt Wagner from the University of Louisville 1986 Championship team, Joe Estes of Loyola University, Corey Clark from the University of Kentucky, Brooke Valentine and Brittany Weaver from Bellarmine University with special guest appearances, including by Hall of Fame Coach Denny Crum, throughout the week.

WHO:                          Boys and Girls Ages 6-16 by the start of the camp date

WHEN:                       June 5-8

                                    June 12-15

                                    July 24-27

TIME:                          9AM-3PM (9AM-12PM for half day)

                                    Drop off will begin at 8AM

WHERE:                     KFC Yum! Center

                                    1 Arena Plaza, Louisville, KY 40202

COST:                        $150 per camper for full week ($80 for half day sessions)

                                    Registration is open now through the first day of camp. Register HERE.

This afternoon, at approximately 1:30 pm, the Indiana State Police responded to a two vehicle crash on I-65 near the 58 mile marker in Bartholomew County that resulted in the driver of one vehicle being transported to an Indianapolis hospital for treatment.

According to the initial investigation by Master Trooper Tommy Walker, a 2012 Freightliner pulling a box trailer being driven by John G. Olson, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin was traveling northbound on I-65 near the 58 mile marker. 

For an unknown reason, Olson’s vehicle crossed through the median and into the southbound lanes of I-65. 

His vehicle then made contact with a southbound 2006 Toyota SUV being driven by Wendy L. Crowder, age 50, Veedersburg, Indiana. 

Olson’s vehicle again entered the median before coming to a stop.  Crowder’s vehicle came to a stop on the shoulder of I-65.

As a result of the collision, Crowder sustained serious injuries. She was transported by air care to Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Her condition is unknown at this time.  Olson was uninjured in the crash.

Olson’s trailer contained a load of potatoes that shifted during the crash.  I-65 traffic was slowed in both directions for nearly six hours while crews worked to offload the potatoes before removing the vehicle from the median.

The investigation is ongoing.

Trp. Walker was assisted by other troopers with the Indiana State Police, the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department, Wayne Township Fire Department, Columbus Regional EMS, and 31 Wrecker Service.

An early morning crash Thursday between Jasper and Ferdinand claimed the life of a Spencer County woman and left her husband in critical condition.

Police are currently looking for witnesses of the crash, who they believe might have seen someone who was involved. 

At 4:30 A.M. this morning, 18-year-old Katherine Wire was driving southbound on State Road 162 less than a mile south of State Road 64.  

Investigators believe that Wire had noticed a vehicle suddenly slowing to a stop in front of her, and applied the brakes of her 2003 Ford Explorer. 

While braking, the Ford pulled to the left and crossed the center line, striking a northbound 1997 Chevrolet Malibu head on. 

The impact crushed the driver’s side of the Chevrolet prior to the Chevrolet leaving the east side of the roadway.  Wire’s Explorer spun and came to rest in the northbound lane nearly 200 feet south of the point of the crash.

The driver of the Chevrolet, 40-year-old Raven Waninger, did not have time to react to the oncoming Ford prior to being struck. 

She was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Dubois County Coroner’s Office.  Her passenger and husband, David Waninger, was transported to Memorial Hospital in Jasper where he was listed in critical condition.  Wire was also transported to Memorial Hospital for injuries but was later released.  All three occupants were wearing seatbelts.

Investigators believe there was a possible witness to the crash that did not speak to officers at the scene.  Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is asked to contact Sgt. Philip Hensley at the State Police Post in Jasper by calling 812-634-5520.

The crash remains under investigation by the State Police.  ISP was assisted at the scene by the Dubois County Sheriff’s Department, Ferdinand Police Department, Ferdinand and St. Anthony Fire Departments, Memorial Hospital EMS and the Dubois County Coroner’s Office,

According to Washington County Historian Jeremy Elliott, this is the old home-place of Harvey Morris Esq. & Martha Tucker Morris that sits on the corner of Main Street and Hackberry/Hwy.56, now lived in by Mrs. Ginger Morris. 

Harvey was a local attorney and occasional author, (including; Washington County Giants and Washington County’s Underground Railroad), a grandson of county pioneer, Benoni & Rebecca (Trueblood) Morris. 

Martha, also was a granddaughter of early pioneers, James and Sarah (Huston) Tucker and the daughter of Judge Tucker. 

Martha is considered to be the original matriarch of our county historical society, serving as president and for many years as the driving force of the organization, preventing it’s demise. 

She also served as the Vice President of the Indiana Historical Society and was the Genealogical Editor for the Indiana Magazine of History and the Indianapolis Star. 

Martha was also instrumental in the organization of the Salem Public Library. 

Harvey & Martha’s benevolence ensured the survival of the Washington County Historical Society for over 2 decades.