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Kentucky is getting another Publix. Here's where it'll be
Publix Super Markets has announced a lease was signed for a new store to open in Owensboro, Ky., continuing the chain's surge across the state after opening Kentucky's first Publix in Louisville earlier this year. The Florida-based grocery store chain announced the new store in a press release on Tuesday. ...
It's Labor Day weekend. Here's what's going on in Louisville and what's open and closed Monday
Labor Day is on Monday, and for some people, that means a relaxing three-day weekend. Here's what the holiday is all about and what's happening in Kentucky. Why is Labor...
City passes ordinance and solidifies opportunities for homeless population
Louisville has had a difficult history with homelessness, seeing a continuous increase in homelessness rates over the last year and a lack of shelters and housing options. However, the city and its officials have begun to construct ideas and ordinances to combat the issue. On Aug. 8, Metro Council unanimously passed a new ordinance that will require businesses to accept job applications with shelters or other temporary housing facilities in an applicant’s address line. This removes one of the many hurdles the homeless population faces.
Two early Jackson TDs propel Rockets to win over Pineville
The Pineville Mountain Lions continued their early swing of 3A competition with a 41-14 loss to Rockcastle County Friday night at Union Commonwealth University. The 2-0 Rockets jumped out to a blistering 28-0 lead after the first quarter and coasted the rest of the way for the victory. Rockcastle running...
Whooping cough reported at Christian County High School, medical checks advised
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – On Aug. 28 the Christian County Health Department informed parents of Christian County High School students that a case of whooping cough was reported at the school, and other students may have been exposed. The health department advises that if students have a...
Bardstown Road brewery closes five years after opening. Here's what we know
A Bardstown Road brewery staple has closed its doors. Against the Grain Public House, 1576 Bardstown Road, opened in 2019 — just before the Covid-19 pandemic shuttered restaurants and bars nationwide. In a Facebook post, the brewery said of the closing: "The timing of our lease renewal, coupled with the changing landscape of the...
TNA Emergence Quick Results – 8/30/24 (Title change, WWE Hall of Famer appears)
Below are the quick results from Friday night’s TNA Emergence that aired live on TrillerTV and TNA+, from the sold out Forester’s Paristown Hall in Louisville, Kentucky. -PCO (c) defeated Shera to retain the TNA Digital Media and International Heavyweight Championships. -Zachary Wentz defeated “Speedball” Mike Bailey, Hammerstone,...
Corvette Caravan continues with Dinner and Dancing
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Corvette celebrations continue as the National Corvette Museum celebrates their 30th anniversary. Friday, tons of people gathered at the Sloan Convention Center to celebrate with Dinner and Dancing. The event included hundreds of Corvette lovers, a plated dinner and live music by Bueler’s Day Off.
Facing 'extended closure,' owners of Louisville fried chicken restaurant launch GoFundMe campaign
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The owners of a popular Louisville fried chicken restaurant said this week they need to raise tens of thousands of dollars "in one of the most challenging moments we've ever faced." Jason McCollum and Aenith Sananikone McCollum, owners of Chik'n & Mi at Mellwood Avenue and...
Pennyrile Electric and HES Customers To Feel TVA Rate Increase In October
Pennyrile Electric customers will feel the effects of a TVA rate increase when they pay their electric bills in October. Pennyrile Electric Vice-President of Member Services Brent Gilkey says TVA’s recent announcement of a 5.25% wholesale rate increase, to fund ongoing construction and energy development, will be reflected on Pennyrile Electric member’s bills beginning October 1st. In addition, Gilkey says there will also be an increase to the monthly customer charge in the amount of $3.00 to aid Pennyrile Electric in recovering rising fixed costs. The average monthly residential bill will have an overall increase of $7.00 – $8.00, depending on usage.
Barbeque Shack Too Possibly Reopening In September
Barbeque Shack Too owner Mindy Hargrove says the popular restaurant in Herndon could reopen for business as early as September 12th. Hargove says the roof of the pit area collapsed as the result of the fire Wednesday, with the dining area sustaining major smoke and water damage. She adds the fire apparently began as they were cooking meat on the pits to sell on Thursday. Hargrove owns the business, with the building owned by Knockum Hill Barbeque founder Will Hargrove. Hargrove says they are currently waiting on the insurance adjusters to finish their work and turn the building back over to them before they can begin working on a temporary plan to reopen.
Community Trust Bank WYMT Pike County Bowl: George Rogers Clark stuns No. 4 Belfry in last-second heart breaker
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WYMT) - Belfry hosted George Rogers Clark to conclude night one of the 39th annual Community Trust Bank WYMT Pike County Bowl. GRC beat Belfry in this game last season, 53-27. Both teams wasted no time in scoring as touchdowns were scored by each team with 7:48 left...
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