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‘Super Sunday’ returns to Douglass Park in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — The sounds of basketballs dribbling, and light trash talk fill the air at Douglass Park. These courts, which have long been paved, were originally dirt, giving the tournament its “Dirt Bowl” name. The Dirt Bowl has been a rite of passage for...
WATCH: Highlights from La Familia's win over The Nawf in TBT
Couldn’t make the trip down to Rupp Arena today? Don’t worry, we’ve got all the highlights you need. La Familia used an excellent second-half defensive performance to cruise past The Nawf by a final score of 81-64 in the second round of The Basketball Tournament’s Lexington Regional. It was all Kerem Kanter in the first half, as the younger brother of Enes Kanter poured in 19 first-half points before finishing the afternoon with 26 points and nine rebounds.
1 dog has died after Jacobson Park attack: LFACC is asking for your help to find the alleged attacker and the owner
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Community members are seeking help finding a Lexington dog owner following an attack at Jacobson Park on Friday. Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control (LFACC) posted on Facebook that a dog died Friday evening from injuries caused by another dog during an attack at the park.
Wife saves husband's life with CPR, encourages others to learn
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Melissa and Phillip McIntyre have been together for 20 years. Their lives were forever changed on July 10, 2022. What Phillip initially thought to be heartburn, turned out to be a heart attack. He collapsed inside their home. “As he started to go down. I just...
John Wall reveals his all-time starting five for Kentucky basketball
Kentucky basketball is well known for its talent both at the college level and then when they reach the NBA. Under John Calipari, Kentucky signed more top-25 players than any other program -- and it wasn't even close. Calipari's one-and-done standard in Lexington produced some of the top talent in the country each and every year.
Police: KKK Flyers found in Frankfort neighborhoods
FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — Frankfort law enforcement is investigating local neighborhoods after Ku Klux Clan (KKK) flyers have been reported outside homes throughout the community. According to Frankfort police, the flyers were found on neighborhood driveways. This incident occurred just over a year after KKK flyers were found...
Baptist Health Lexington celebrates centennial anniversary with ‘100 Days of Service’
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Baptist Health Lexington spent some time helping to spruce up Jacobson Park today as the hospital system celebrates its 100th birthday with ‘100 Days of Service.’. More than 100 volunteers from Baptist Health and Friends of Jacobson Park helped paint fences, pick up...
Savannah Chrisley Laments ‘Inhumane’ Prison Conditions After Mom Julie Gets Sick
Savannah Chrisley is calling out the conditions in the prison where her mom is serving time. In a recent episode of Unlocked, Savannah shared an update on mom Julie Chrisley. She explained that Julie, who is serving her 7-year sentence at the Federal Medical Center (FMC) Lexington in Kentucky, recently got sick due to conditions there.
Almonor getting adjusted to Pope’s new system
LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Ansley Almonor has been impressed with his new teammates and is looking forward to his final season in the collegiate ranks. “I’ve been through a lot,” the Farleigh DIckinson graduate transfer said. “I know college basketball off the back of my hand and I've been through the ups and downs. They’re are definitely ups and the downs.”
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.
Neighbors fighting proposed demolition of 2 NuLu buildings in Rabbit Hole expansion
Concerned residents are pushing back on plans to demolish two buildings in the NuLu area as part of a planned expansion of Rabbit Hole Distillery along East Jefferson Street. A newly filed petition with more than 300 signatures seeks to have the buildings designated as local landmarks, which would make it more difficult to level the structures. ...
Community to celebrate 100th anniversary of Raceland horse-racing track
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune 1924. Calvin Coolidge became the first U.S. president to deliver remarks via a radio broadcast from the White House. J. Edgar Hoover was appointed head of the FBI. Al Jolson, Aaron Copland and George Gershwin enjoyed success in music. It was also when John Oliver “Jack” Keene, […] The post Community to celebrate 100th anniversary of Raceland horse-racing track appeared first on The Tribune.
Eastern KY town plans mural to commemorate 2022 flood
A $20,000 grant from AARP Kentucky will help rebuild sidewalks in Jenkins damaged by the deadly 2022 flood that took the lives of 45 residents. Rachel Rosolina, communications director for the nonprofit Appalshop, explained because its headquarters were severely damaged by the flooding, staff has temporarily moved to neighboring Jenkins, where the grant will help improve walkability.
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