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Kentucky target Jeremiah Fears commits to Oklahoma, reclassifies to 2024
There was a time when Jeremiah Fears was a legitimate recruiting target for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats. Pope still has one more roster spot to play with for his debut season in 2024-25, and Fears was a possible candidate to take it. However, that scenario is no longer in play. On Saturday night, […] The post Kentucky target Jeremiah Fears commits to Oklahoma, reclassifies to 2024 appeared first on On3.
Mark Stoops highlights 'impact' SEC transfer on Kentucky defense
Mark Stoops, like the rest of his peers, was asked about transfer portal additions during SEC Media Days in Dallas. During Stoops’ tenure, the Wildcats have been known for their defensive toughness. Nine defensive starters return from the 2023 squad, but Stoops made sure to shout out a transfer.
The Incredible Photo of a Tornado-Damaged Kentucky Movie Theater That Inspired the ’Twisters’ Ending
In “Twisters,” each of the six major tornadoes that visual effects supervisor Ben Snow created were based on a real-life tornado. In the case of the film’s final tornado, which anchors the third-act climax, it was inspired by three different tornadoes, one of which was the 2021 twister that devastated Mayfield, Kentucky, and killed 76 people.Nicole Kidman Thinks Stanley Kubrick Cast Her in 'Eyes Wide Shut' for Her 'Provocative Nature' There is a photo from inside a Mayfield movie theater that played a particularly important role in director Lee Isaac Chung’s conception of the film: The tornado’s winds, having ripped out...
88th Irvin Cobb Championships underway
PADUCAH, Ky. -- A longtime west Kentucky golf tradition teed off Saturday afternoon as the Irvin Cobb Championships got underway at Paxton Park. 58 amateurs and 38 pros started their journey in hopes of bringing home a championship in their respective divisions. The amateur field includes Rolling Hills Invitational champion...
Second McCracken County fair starts with western horse show
PADUCAH — After the first McCracken County Fair wasn't as successful as the South Paducah Kiwanis Club had hoped, they're hosting a second fair with more than 25 rides to draw in the community and raise money for the charities they support. The South Paducah Kiwanis Club's proceeds support...
Jasper Johnson signs with Overtime Elite
The state of Kentucky has started to produce some elite high school basketball talent over the last few recruiting cycles including Reed Sheppard and Travis Perry. Now in the class or 2025 the Bluegrass has two top-50 prospects one being five-star guard, Jasper Johnson. After playing for Link Academy last...
Hometown hero with Down syndrome defying his disability as show host, court security assistant
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - There are many leaders in the Owensboro community, but one arguably stands out the most is Jeff Rhinerson. Jeff works as a court security assistant for the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office and has Down syndrome. “When they come in, they drop off their phones, belts,...
This cyclist group riding from coast to coast made a stop in Winchester, but the cash prize at the finish line won’t go to the riders
WINCHESTER, Ky. (FOX 56) — A group of ambitious cyclists trying to bike across the country from Seattle to Washington, DC, made a pit stop in Winchester today. The trip is part of the Fuller Center Bike Adventure where riders bike 4,000 miles over 10 weeks, but it’s about much more than just seeing the country.
First ever humane society in Spencer County opens in Taylorsville
TAYLORSVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - For the first time in Spencer County, stray or unwanted cats will have a place to stay where they can find a new home. The Spencer County Humane Society, located at 668 Taylorsville Road, had its grand opening Saturday. Founder Victoria Snyder was inspired to start her own humane society after working for others in surrounding areas.
Kentucky WBB has the 15th best odds to win 2025 National Championship on FanDuel
When Kenny Brooks arrived at Kentucky, he put together a roster and a staff that can not only be very competitive in the SEC, but in the postseason as well. The ‘Cats have not made the NCAA Tournament since the 2021-22 season when they were upset by 11-seed Princeton 69-62 in the first round. However, that could change as soon as this season, and ESPN even has Kentucky as a 7-seed in their latest Bracketology for next year’s big dance. The opportunity for Kentucky to make some noise in the postseason is very real.
Cruisin’ the Heatland to return to Elizabethtown
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Elizabethtown is hosting its annual summertime festival featuring a new event. The Cruisin’ the Heartland Festival starts with its new kick-off event Thursday July 25 with a showing of Grease. Tickets can be purchased online at their website or at the box office the day of. Guests can get in for free if they dress as their favorite character from the movie.
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