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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CDT TONIGHT...

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has called for an
Air Quality Action Day for high levels of Ozone or in the air for
today, Monday, June 5th for the following Southwest Indiana
counties,


Vanderburgh, Posey, Warrick, Spencer, Gibson, and Pike.

This alert is in effect from midnight tonight to midnight CDT Monday
night.

An Ozone Alert is issued when a combination of high temperatures,
light winds and other factors are expected to produce conditions
where high levels of ozone emissions may exceed federally mandated
standards.

Here are some recommended actions that the public can take to reduce
Ozone emissions:

* Walk, bike, carpool, or use public transportation
* Avoid using the drive-through and combine errands into one
trip
* Avoid refueling your vehicle or using gasoline-powered lawn
equipment until after 7 pm
* Turn off your engine when idling for more than 30 seconds
* Conserve energy by turning off lights or setting the air
conditioner to 75 degrees or above.

Anyone sensitive to changes in air quality may be affected when
Ozone levels are high. Children, the elderly, and anyone with heart
or lung conditions should reduce or avoid exertion and heavy work
outdoors.

Tri-State invited to 2023 Hometown Heroes Bash in June

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Tri-State invited to 2023 Hometown Heroes Bash in June
Megan DiVenti

The Tri-State community is invited to the "2023 Hometown Heroes Bash" coming to Owensboro this summer.

The Defending Heroes Project will be hosting the event which will be coming to the Owensboro Convention Center Saturday, June 3rd from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Organizers say 100% of the proceeds of the event goes to back to the Defending Heroes Project.

The non-profit helps first responders and veterans in their time of need. 

Organizers say tickets are limited. 

A table of 8 is $600 and a single ticket is $80.

Those who come out can expect an "all-you-can-eat" BBQ buffet featuring smoked brisket, grilled chicken, roasted potatoes, and drinks. 

There will also be a live auction featuring memorabilia, jewelry, and more. 

We're told Retired U.S. Army Ranger Sergeant First Class Michael Schlitz will be this year's guest speaker. He will share his motivating story of recovery. 

Those interested in buying tickets can call (812)-677-4156. 

To learn more about the Defending Heroes Project click here. 

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