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IDOE releases third grade reading test results

IDOE releases third grade reading test results

Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Tony Bennett today announced the results of the first administration of Indiana’s third grade reading assessment, called the Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination for grade 3 (IREAD-3). Statewide, 84 percent of students assessed during the March 19-21 testing window demonstrated foundational third grade reading skills.

“Our goal is to make sure all students in Indiana gain the reading skills they need to be successful in school and life,” Bennett said. “We know students who do not have these skills by the end of grade 3 rarely catch up to their peers. The IREAD-3 assessment helps educators and parents ensure all children receive the support they need before moving forward with more challenging reading instruction.”

How did Warrick County Schools fare?  Click here for the link to the IDOE's report.

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Newburgh wine, art and jazz festival this weekend

NEWBURGH, IN (WFIE)- You only have a few more days to get your tickets for the 7th annual Historic Newburgh Wine, Art and Jazz Festival.

The event returns with 17 wineries, 14 artists, 11 food vendors and 5 local music groups.

The festival is at the Old Lock and Dam Park overlooking the Ohio River.

It starts on Friday with Grapes on the Grass, a wine tasting and judging party.

Then Saturday is the festival with wine, food, art and non-stop jazz.

Strawberry festival in Newburgh Saturday

Strawberry festival in Newburgh Saturday

The Annual Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday, May 19 from 2 to 6 p.m.at the Newburgh Presbyterian Church,  one mile east of downtown Newburgh overlooking the river.

Featured this year will be strawberry smoothies. But, as always, there will be ice cream and strawberries, strawberry shortcake, sundaes and everything else you can think of made from strawberries. Organizers say "it’s the berry best festival this spring".

New Hope holding Summer Spectacular this Saturday

New Hope holding Summer Spectacular this Saturday

New Hope Community Church located at 5422 Vann Road in Newburgh will host a 2012 Summer Spectacular on Saturday, May 19 from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. for the community. 

There will be free family fun for all ages including games, inflatables, live music, and food.  For more information, please visit www.nhcc4all.com or call (812) 925-5077.

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UPDATE: State Fire Marshal rules on cause of Newburgh fire

NEWBURGH, IN (WFIE)- Fire officials say a cause has been determined in a fire that destroyed a home on Sycamore Drive in Newburgh Sunday. 

The State Fire Marshal investigated and ruled the fire as an accidental electrical fire that originated in the garage. He says strong wind caused it to spread quickly through the rest of the house.

Several agencies, including Ohio Township and Newburgh Volunteer Fire Departments, responded to the blaze just off State Road 261.

Adopt a Highway looking for help

Adopt a Highway looking for help

The Indiana Department of Transportation is seeking dedicated individuals or groups to join our Adopt-A-Highway program which helps significantly reduce the roadside trash problem throughout Indiana.

INDOT’s Adopt-A-Highway program coordinates with community and service groups that provide highway trash and litter pick-up in local areas. The program helps clean up our state roads and U.S. routes as well as improves the look of Indiana’s communities.

Easter Seals needs your online vote to pay for flooring

Easter Seals needs your online vote to pay for flooring

Greer's Flooring America is sponsoring the Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center to WIN $10,000 in new, much needed flooring for their east side facility.  They are not asking for donations-- just a few minutes of time to cast an online vote is all it takes to make a difference.

They are currently in first place in this nationwide contest but need to keep those votes coming.

According to Greer's representatives, winning would enable Easter Seals to put their money towards actual therapy- instead of spending so much on renovations for the facility.