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Henderson set to sell naming rights to sports facility for $500,000
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The city of Henderson is scheduled to vote on whether to give Deaconess the naming rights to a new sports complex in exchange for $500,000. After entering into contract negotiations with Deaconess Henderson Hospital, the city of Henderson has drafted a proposal that will be voted on Tuesday. Deaconess is seeking […]
Paducah 17-year-old Audreya White opens second business
PADUCAH — Audreya White is an upcoming senior at Paducah Tilghman High School. Like many of her classmates, she is preparing for college applications and her last year of high school. What sets White apart from other 17-year-olds — she has two businesses. A7 Smoothies is a shop...
Louisville congressman calls on Biden to 'step aside' as Democratic presidential nominee
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Louisville congressman is the latest Democratic lawmaker to call on President Joe Biden to "step aside" as the party's presidential nominee. On Friday, U.S. Rep. Morgan McGarvey called the president an "effective leader" who has carried the nation through a global pandemic, adding that Biden is a good man who cares deeply about the American people.
Kentucky makes the cut for Eric Reibe
Compared to the last two summers, which had international trips, there hasn’t been a lot of news about the Kentucky Basketball program this summer. The team is practicing, and the staff are getting familiar with their roster, but it will be a few months before we see any substantial.
CrowdStrike disruptions hit home in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A cybersecurity update from a company called CrowdStrike caused global disruptions where we work, where we live and where we shop. Louisville was not immune to the fallout. The tech outage caused canceled flights, lines and frustrations at Louisville Muhammad Ali International. Travelers found problems on...
Survivor returns to Georgetown to thank first responders who saved her life
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (FOX 56) — A cardiac arrest survivor has returned to Georgetown/Scott County EMS to meet the people who played a crucial role in saving her life. First responders called it an emotional and rewarding experience to see Mrs. Thacker in good health. The team had previously used lifesaving measures when she went into cardiac arrest.
Louisville head basketball coach Pat Kelsey purchases 9,000-square-foot east end home
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville men's basketball coach Pat Kelsey recently purchased a $2.6 million home near the Glenview neighborhood. According to the deed, which was filed with the Jefferson County Clerk's Office on July 16, Kelsey and his wife purchased the house on Glen Springs Court, near US 42 and Lime Kiln Lane. It has six bedrooms, six full bathrooms and two half bathrooms, according to the Jefferson County Property Valuation Administrator. It also has a backyard pool.
Upton man wanted by State Police
A LaRue County man is wanted by the Kentucky State Police following the recent launch of a statewide drug operation. Designated Operation Summer Heat, all 16 KSP posts participated in the event following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings. Preliminary results released indicate 206 arrests; 490 charges issued; and the combined seizure of 554 grams of fentanyl, 219 grams of cocaine, 4,862 grams of methamphetamine, 41 grams of heroin, 40 grams of spice, 2,931 fentanyl pills, 50 hydrocodone pills, 64 oxycodone pills, 90 hallucinogens and 14 firearms. The street value of the illicit drugs seized is approximately $684,953.50. Additionally, $37,159 in cash, $10,000 in stolen tools and one stolen vehicle were recovered.
Julius Halaifonua will reclassify into 2024
Mark Pope has one roster spot remaining on this season’s Kentucky Wildcats team. For some time it seemed it could go to 5-star wing Will Riley, but he ended up at Illinois. Then the questions began from the BBN; Could it be another transfer? Could it be an international player? What about a reclass?
$8 happy hour: P.F. Chang's celebrates birthday with prizes and special menu launch
P.F. Chang’s is launching a happy hour menu with $8 cocktails and appetizers. The new Lucky 8 Happy Hour will debut Friday to celebrate the Asian culinary chain’s 30th birthday, and includes new cocktails and smaller sizes of favorite apps. The chain's gold and platinum rewards members will get double points on in-store purchases through Tuesday as part of the celebration and there will be weekly social media giveaways from July 26-Aug. 17.
Post-pandemic era forces another Greater Cincinnati business into closing
NEWPORT, Ky. (WXIX) - One of Newport’s finest restaurants closed its doors after nearly 30 years of serving the Greater Cincinnati Community. York Street Cafe, owned and operated by William Cole, waited on its last customers on Saturday, July 14. “Unfortunately, like many restaurants, we struggled to bounce back...
Louisville police to provide extra security around EST Gee concert at KFC Yum! Center
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville Metro Police will provide extra security measures at a rap concert this weekend downtown. Louisville rapper EST Gee will perform Saturday night at his Summer Jam event at the KFC Yum! Center. He has more than 1 million followers on social media, and the EST...
Lexington police searching for burglary suspect after he entered home
The Lexington Police Department is searching for a man who reportedly kicked down the door of an occupied home on July 9 and proceeded to walk through the home before leaving through the back door.
Shepherdsville breaks ground on new aquatic center
SHEPHERDSVILLE, Ky. — Crews broke ground Friday on a new aquatic center in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. The new facility on Joe B. Hall Avenue is expected to enhance recreational fitness for residents of all ages. Officials say the aquatic center is more than just a pool. It's a commitment to...
Travelers at Blue Grass Airport exercise patience amid global tech outage
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A global technology outage disrupted air travel on Friday. Throughout the morning, travelers at Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport saw the dreaded ‘delayed’ or even ‘canceled’ next to their flights. Even though some major airlines are back up and running, the Microsoft outage has caused a rippling effect.
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