This episode delves into the tragic and unsolved murder of Georgia "Jean" Cook, a 56-year-old mother who was shot and killed on October 6th, 2005, while working at a gas station on 41 North in Evansville, Indiana.

Here's a summary of the key points covered:

Show notes:  https://www.rivercitymystery.com/19

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Other links:

https://vanderburghsheriff.org/#send-a-tip-form

https://www.14news.com/story/9134480/unsolved-murder-jean-cook/

This episode features an interview with Crystal Folz, also known as Evansville's Forest Witch. Crystal has been practicing witchcraft since the 1990s, with a practice deeply rooted in animism and Kentucky folklore. She is also actively involved in the pagan and paranormal communities, serving as a co-chair for both the Three Corners Pagan Circle and the Southern Indiana Paranormal Investigators.

Here are some of the key topics discussed in the episode:

Show Notes:  https://www.rivercitymystery.com/18

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Links mentioned in this episode:

https://kentuckyconjurer.me/

https://www.threecornerspagancircle.com/

Crystal's email:  [email protected]

In this episode, I join Savannah on her YouTube channel, "Don't Hate. CREATE", as we examine the unsolved murder of 18-year-old Elizabeth Bannister, who was found dead in her Evansville, Indiana, apartment around 1:00 AM on January 20, 2000. 

Here are the key points explored in the episode:

If you have any information that could help solve Elizabeth’s murder, please contact the Evansville Police Department at 812-436-7979.

Show Notes:  https://www.rivercitymystery.com/17

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Links mentioned in this episode:

"Don't Hate.  CREATE" YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@donthate.create

Where The Bodies Are Buried - S1 E1 William "Clyde" Gibson - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6VNbbx3u5qa0useqeRaENf?si=b118e30a4bea462e

Dealing Justice - Episode 8:  Queen of Diamonds:  Elizabeth Bannister, IN Deck - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6YfuNICxTf9nOmTpcLcO2x?si=168b6b2c199c4e31

Here's a breakdown of the key information shared in this episode:

Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/16

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This episode discusses the disappearance of 38-year-old Zac Carey, who was last seen on May 30, 2023.

Key points discussed in the episode include:

Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/15

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This episode delves into reported Bigfoot or Sasquatch encounters in the Southern Indiana region, focusing on the Hoosier National Forest area. The episode features firsthand accounts from individuals who claim to have experienced an encounter.

Here's a summary of the key encounters discussed:

Introduction to Southern Indiana Bigfoot Sightings: The episode begins by referencing reported sightings documented on the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) website, setting the stage for personal encounter stories. [01:11], [01:21]

Angela's Interstate 64 Encounter (June 2022):

Bill's Multiple Encounters (2017-2019):

Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/14

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Links mentioned in episode:

Bill's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@billthreet1022

Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization:  https://bfro.net/

Washington County BFRO report:  https://bfro.net/GDB/show_report.asp?id=65589

Martin County BFRO report:  https://bfro.net/GDB/show_report.asp?id=60871

Indiana Bigfoot Researchers Organization Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/IBROrganization/

Map of the Turkey Fork area of Interstate 64 (88 mile marker) where Angela had her encounter:  https://www.rivercitymystery.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TurkeyFork.jpg

This episode investigates the murder of 50-year-old Troy DeWayne Smith, who was found dead in his Evansville, Indiana, apartment on May 24, 2020.

Here's a summary of the key details discussed:

If you have any information that could help solve this case, please contact the Evansville Police Department at 812-436-4025, or leave an anonymous tip at 800-78-CRIME. A $5,000 reward is being offered by Troy’s mother for information leading to a successful prosecution.

Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/13

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Troy's obituary

Smith Family Offering Reward to Catch Killer

Reward being offered for info in Spring 2020 homicide case

This episode explores the fascinating topic of buried treasure legends and stories in the Tri-State area, encompassing Southern Illinois, Southern Indiana, and Western Kentucky. 

Here are some of the key treasures and legends discussed:

Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/12

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https://indstate.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/folklore/id/3872/rec/10

https://www.heritagedaily.com/2023/03/cave-in-rock-and-americas-river-pirates/146392#:~:text=From%20the%20late%201700s%20to,cave%20(although%20there%20is%20no

https://www.wymt.com/2023/07/12/millions-rare-gold-coins-unearthed-kentucky-cornfield/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Kentucky_Hoard#:~:text=The%20Great%20Kentucky%20Hoard%20is,the%20hoard%20has%20remained%20anonymous.&text=The%20coins%20found%20are%20U.S.%20Civil%20War%2Dera%20coins.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpe_brothers

This episode focuses on the ongoing search for 24-year-old Andi Wagner, who was last seen in Evansville, Indiana, on August 6, 2022.

Here's a summary of the key information discussed:

Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/11

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Where is Andi - Facebook Group

Andi's GoFundMe page

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In this episode:

Interview with Rick White, former Emergency Management Director in Union County, Kentucky.

Rick's TikTok:  Front Porch America

JuJu's Rabbit Hole - Interview with Franky Lee (Andi's cousin)

Narked Divers

Brother's Underwater Recovery

WEVV-44 - Family searching for missing woman Andi Wagner

This episode explores the intriguing phenomenon of phantom trains, sharing eerie accounts and legends of trains heard or even seen when no physical train is present.

Here's a summary of the occurrences discussed:

Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/10

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https://www.staffordshire-live.co.uk/news/local-news/terrifying-ghost-train-reported-swadlincote-8218578

https://www.facebook.com/SwadlincoteSNT/posts/pfbid02atTUUMR1XQ6X3fkEdawy7UCADgWDryLRcHgKDet1nDKrWGSzyare8fQnBukYN7PCl

https://www.coasttocoastam.com/article/british-cops-report-hearing-phantom-train/