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The News You Need To Know This Week In Louisville
This week (8/18-8/24) included many headlines from across Kentucky, including figures making it to the national stage. Keep scrolling to get caught up on the news stories you need to know:. Scroll down to view images. 1 of 9. 2 of 9. 3. Nouvelle Bar & Bottle Snags An Award.
Wilcox draws comparison to UK greats
Georgia four-star running back Jamarion Wilcox was one of the stars in Kentucky’s 2023 recruiting class and many thought he would see significant playing time last season. Instead the 5-10, 197-pound Wilcox was redshirted and did not play. Kentucky running backs coach Jay Boulware indicated several weeks ago that going into preseason practice, Wilcox was […] The post Wilcox draws comparison to UK greats appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Olympic Champion Masai Russell Planning on Staying in Lexington
After former Kentucky track star Masai Russell won a gold medal at the Paris Olympics in the 100-meter hurdles, she suggested she might reward herself by buying her first house. Apparently that plan is on track. ‘I am talking to a realtor now to finish out the next steps,” said...
Louisville Wide Receiver’s Mom Torches Haters Who Don’t Want Him Back After Bizarre Transfer Saga
Head football coach Shame Beamer confirmed on Thursday night that wide receiver Ahmari Huggins-Bruce is no longer a member of the South Carolina football program. He is re-enrolled at the University of Louisville after leaving the program at the end of last season. Meanwhile, his mother is firing back at Cardinals fans who don’t want […] The post Louisville Wide Receiver’s Mom Torches Haters Who Don’t Want Him Back After Bizarre Transfer Saga appeared first on BroBible.
'Mr. Valley Station': Former Louisville Councilman Bob Henderson dies
Bob Henderson, a longtime Louisville Metro Council member who many knew as "Mr. Valley Station," has died. He was 86. He passed away in his home Saturday, according to his obituary. Henderson represented the southwest portion of Jefferson County on the Metro Council as one of the original council members after the city-county merger....
Ellis Park Heads Into Final 3 Days Of Live Racing With Titles Up For Grabs
HENDERSON, Ky. (Friday, Aug. 23, 2024) – The race for the 2024 champion jockey and trainer titles at Ellis Park will come down to the final three days of the season, running from Saturday-Monday. Jockey Jaime Torres holds a narrow lead with 21 wins, while trainer Steve Asmussen, North America’s all-time winningest trainer, is ahead by just one win in the standings.
City moves forward with plan to auction L&N Railroad Depot for restoration
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – At Thursday night’s Hopkinsville Committee of the Whole meeting, Mayor J.R. Knight addressed the future of the historic L&N Railroad Depot, proposing that the city put the property up for bid to attract private investors. “Everyone loves the depot, trust me I...
Fort Campbell announces new barracks complex
Fort Campbell announced that the 1st Brigade Combat Team “Bastogne” is set to host a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new barracks complex. According to a news release, the new barracks complex is replacing a complex built in the 1980s and the project is a major step toward improving soldier housing. The new living quarters will include more space and privacy for residents.
Windy Hollow Speedway Offering $5 General Admission for Sunday, August 25th
Windy Hollow Speedway in Owensboro, KY is hosting Matt Kelley’s Birthday Bash and you’re invited!. Matt Kelley, owner of Kelley Trucking will be celebrating his birthday at the famed track on Sunday and has invited race fans to celebrate for only $5 for admission for ages 6 and up. The $5 admission price corresponds with Kelley’s No. 5 racing number in the CRUSA Street Stock Series.
Crystal Ball: Top-10 prospect Jasper Johnson to Kentucky
There's been a lot of jockeying back and forth for Atlanta (Ga.) Overtime Elite 5-star shooting guard Jasper Johnson, but coming down the stretch, it appears as though Kentucky has moved out in front. After posting there had been a major shake-up in Johnson's recruitment on Wednesday, 247Sports national recruiting...
Home a total loss after Lexington fire
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - There was a large response to a fire in Lexington. It happened Friday morning at a mobile home in the 100 block of Alamo Drive. The fire department incident status screen showed more than a dozen units at the scene at one point. Fire officials say...
Community invited to Madisonville's Illuminated Hot Air Balloon Glow next week
HOPKINS COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — The City of Madisonville is one week away from hosting their 1st Illuminated Hot Air Balloon Glow. It's taking place Friday, August 30th at Mahr Park from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. City officials say entry is free and tethered balloon rides can be...
Louisville bat found with rabies
The Louisville health department says a bat found in the East End was positive for rabies, a rare but deadly viral disease. This is the first rabies case in Jefferson County this year, Ciara Warren, environmental health manager at the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW), said Thursday. “It is quite rare, […] The post Louisville bat found with rabies appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Five Reasons the Kentucky Wildcats Will Beat the Georgia Bulldogs in Week 3
College football season is officially upon us. This weekend kicks off the first of many football Saturdays over the next four months, and the 2024 season is going to be one to remember. In the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff, the University of Georgia Bulldogs start the year ranked first for the second consecutive season. It won’t take too long for them to lose that ranking, because in week 3 they’ll be traveling to Lexington, where the University of Kentucky Wildcats are primed to win for the first time in 14 matchups. Sure, Kirby Smart has built Georgia into a juggernaut who has historically owned Kentucky. But I’ve got five convincing reasons the tides are going to turn on September 14.
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