Chellsie Brown

Anchor/Reporter

Evansville, IN

Chellsie joined the 14 News team in January 2018.

She anchors 14 News on the weekends and you can find her reporting stories that are making a difference in the Tri-State throughout the week.

Before coming to WFIE, Chellsie reported at KNWA/Fox 24 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

She got her start in television right here in her home state of Indiana.

Chellsie graduated from Purdue University in 2012. She started as a production assistant at WLFI in West Lafayette, Indiana and later went on to work for Fox 59 in Indianapolis as an editor and camera operator.

Her dream of becoming a reporter turned into a reality when she went to Gainesville, Florida to report for the Florida Gators.

Though she spent several years in SEC country, she will always be a Big Ten girl at heart. BOILER UP!

Recent Articles by Chellsie

Yard signs opposed to proposed wind farm project are disappearing; authorities investigating

It’s generally a quiet town in Poseyville, but debate over a wind farm has stirred things up in the rural community recently.

Chellsie Brown

Published August 19, 2019 at 7:14 PM

EPD increasing Greenway Passage patrols, funded by federal grant

The increase in EPD’s presence is funded through a federal non-motor grant.

Chellsie Brown

Published August 19, 2019 at 4:52 PM

Main St. work moving on time; businesses asking for community support

Summer construction projects are well underway in Mt. Vernon. One of the biggest projects is happening on Main Street. It’s a work in progress but progress is moving right along for the sidewalks and roadwork.

Chellsie Brown

Published August 14, 2019 at 5:05 PM

New changes at MSD of North Posey for 2019-2020 year

As North Posey students headed into school Thursday, they noticed a few changes both in and out of the classroom.

Chellsie Brown

Published August 8, 2019 at 10:14 AM

Henderson Co. Colonels head back for first day of new school year

Henderson County High School kicked off their first day with a big welcome party at the front doors.

Chellsie Brown

Published August 7, 2019 at 10:20 AM

Chemo Buddies, Sonic Drive-In create drink for cancer patients

The local non-profit, Chemo Buddies and Sonic Drive-In have teamed up. The restaurant chain has created a new drink to help chemo patients with what’s known as “metal mouth,” a side effect of chemo therapy.

Chellsie Brown

Published July 26, 2019 at 1:48 PM

Madisonville girl with rare condition sworn is police officer, finds out she’s going to Disney

Eight-year-old Laila Engel-Deppe had a big wish granted today in Madisonville. Actually, two of them were granted!

Chellsie Brown and Jill Lyman

Published July 24, 2019 at 2:37 PM

Road closed after bridge collapse in Hopkins Co.

A traffic alert for drivers in Hopkins County.

Sean Edmondson and Chellsie Brown

Published July 19, 2019 at 12:08 PM

New Harmony Food Pantry looking for new director, building

A food pantry in Posey County has been serving the community for decades, all thanks to some farmers with an idea, and volunteers with the heart to carry it out. Now the pantry is in a transition period and they are asking for help to continue operating.

Chellsie Brown

Published July 17, 2019 at 5:26 PM

Lions Club of Mt. Vernon at risk of shutting down and fireworks coming to an end

The Lions Club in Mt. Vernon might not be able to support the community the way it has for decades. That means the riverfront fireworks everyone knows and loves could soon be no more.

Chellsie Brown

Published July 3, 2019 at 4:45 PM

Cost increasing to house Posey Co. inmates

Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham had the opportunity to show Representative Wendy McNamara how the jail has been operating.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 28, 2019 at 5:22 PM

uCabbi facing financial burden of Medicaid transportation

Medicaid patients reporting that they aren’t getting to their doctor’s appointments. They rely on a company that patients and local businesses now say isn’t following through with its commitments.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 27, 2019 at 5:20 PM

Tri-County YMCA raises thousands of dollars for Girl Scout killed in tragedy

Thousands of dollars were raised in a matter of hours by Tri-County YMCA, all for Isabelle Meyer, the 11-year-old killed in a tragic camp accident.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 26, 2019 at 5:48 PM

Study: fertilizer industry emits methane 100 times more than previously reported

Cornell University researchers complete study on methane emissions from the U.S. ammonia fertilizer industry.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 21, 2019 at 5:28 PM

Local experts meet to discuss biggest health issues in southwestern IN

Community health leaders came together on Wednesday to reveal the biggest health issues affecting our communities.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 19, 2019 at 5:36 PM

Posey Co. Extension Educator appalled at Fair Oaks Farm treatment

Dutchman farms in Wadesville has a history of caring for cattle goes back decades, it’s a mission of Hans Schmitz. He is the Purdue Extension Educator and his family owns the farm. “So this farm is a 6th generation family farm it has always had some sort of dairy animal on it.”

Chellsie Brown

Published June 13, 2019 at 5:10 PM

Kennel Club restaurant closes after decades of business

A private dining club that’s been open for decades in Evansville is closed. When our team reached out to the club for an explanation the company said they would have a statement next week.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 12, 2019 at 3:57 PM

Homeowners concerned about lack of internet, cable and phone service

New homeowners aren’t happy after they say they aren’t getting what they bargained for in their newly developed subdivision.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 7, 2019 at 6:10 PM

Rain delays corn planting for Tri-State farmers

Farmers can now file a prevented plant claim starting Friday through June 20.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 7, 2019 at 4:43 PM

Poseyville PD adds cameras to help keep community safe

The town of Poseyville is working hard to make sure the town stays safe. That’s why they have implemented a new type of security system in the small town.

Chellsie Brown

Published June 6, 2019 at 5:55 PM

LST 325 docks in front of Tropicana, offering free tours for 75th D-Day anniversary

The city will mark Thursday’s 75th anniversary of D-Day with free tours of the historic warship.

Sean Edmondson and Chellsie Brown

Published June 5, 2019 at 9:01 AM

Local body shop helps man achieve goal of building a monster truck

At 21-years-old, Paul Montgomery has a passion for what lies behind the walls of Wells Body Shop.

Chellsie Brown

Published May 29, 2019 at 4:28 PM

Organizations team up to bring awareness to child sexual abuse in southwest Indiana

Authorities, survivors, and organizations that work to help victims all listened to each others stories.

Chellsie Brown

Published May 23, 2019 at 5:50 PM

Mesker Park Zoo, Botanic Garden opens new bird exhibit

A new exhibit is now open at Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden. There was a ribbon cutting this morning, followed by the opportunity to feed hundreds of birds.

Chellsie Brown

Published May 17, 2019 at 2:45 PM

Posey Co. woman begging INDOT to cut down tree on her property

Vivian has lived off Highway 66 in Wadesville for 30-years. Over the last few years, she has noticed a tree rotting. Her concern is that the tree would fall and potentially cause a deadly wreck.

Chellsie Brown

Published May 16, 2019 at 3:16 PM

Poseyville hoping to renovate historic library

City leaders hope to keep original furniture and restore some of the history.

Chellsie Brown and Jill Lyman

Published May 16, 2019 at 1:37 PM

Tech jobs growing drastically in Indiana

Governor Eric Holcomb said on Tuesday that tech jobs are growing in Central Indiana. We’re feeling it right here in the tri-state too.

Chellsie Brown

Published May 15, 2019 at 5:16 PM

New development in the works for downtown Mt. Vernon

Big changes are on the way for downtown Mt. Vernon’s landscape. Mayor Bill Curtis says these three buildings on Main street have seen their better days

Chellsie Brown

Published May 10, 2019 at 4:06 PM

Some major changes are coming to the gambling world in the Hoosier State after Governor Holcomb signed a mobile gaming bill on Wednesday.

Chellsie Brown

Published May 9, 2019 at 5:03 PM

Medicaid transportation issues re-surface for many

Medicaid patients in Indiana are missing vital doctors appointments.

Chellsie Brown

Published May 8, 2019 at 5:17 PM

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