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WFHB Local News – April 2nd, 2025


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This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025.

In today’s newscast, we continue our series on political polarization for Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate. More in today’s feature report.

Also coming up in the next half hour, “Smarter Than You Think” on Better Beware – your weekly consumer watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News. More following today’s feature.

Severe Storms and Flood Watch Impact Monroe County Tonight

WFHB Correspondents Amelia Bucher and Noelle Herhusky Schneider report on severe storms and a flood watch impacting Monroe County tonight, with heavy rainfall, high winds, and a tornado threat expected. Meteorologist Cody Kirkpatrick advises residents to take shelter by 7 p.m. and stay informed about flood risks in local areas.

Monroe County Council Reviews Software Funding and Budget Issues at March 25th Meeting

Photo by Benedict Jones.

The Monroe County Council discussed a $200,000 software funding request, tabling the decision to explore payment options. Council Member Marty Hawk raised concerns about spending, while the board approved a new public defender hire. The council also addressed funding for Adult Protective Services and considered a fire district merger.

Deep Dive – Political Polarization (Part 3)

This is Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County.

As political discourse in the U.S. continues to feel increasingly polarized, some historians and analysts suggest that taking a step back—and looking at historical patterns—can provide much-needed perspective. Indiana University political scientist Marjorie Hershey discusses how historical trends often repeat themselves and why looking at past presidencies can offer insight into current political shifts. To read the full article, written by Majorie Hershey; and photographed by Jeremy Hogan, visit LimestonePostMagazine.com.


Up next, “Smarter Than You Think” on Better Beware – your weekly consumer watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News.

Credits:

You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Amelia Bucher and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.

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