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HEAT SAFETY: A Reminder As The Heat Wave Rolls On
Temperatures have peaked at or above 90 degrees in Louisville a total of 40 times this year: once in May, 12 times in June, 15 times in July, and 12 times so far in August. And we expect to do it every day until the end of the month. As of right now, we are just a few days above the norm for 90 degree days over the 4 month period; however, this next heat wave will take us well-above normal. With all that said, here are some reminders of how to be safe in this upcoming week's brutal heat.
PopCon brings stars to Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - PopCon is back in Louisville this weekend. The three-day convention covers all things pop culture and lets fans meet some of their favorite actors and voice actors from shows and video games alike. Stars of Star Trek, Luke Cage, Border Lands, The Walking Dead, Grand Theft...
Madisonville-North Hopkins Retires Hightower’s Football Jersey
From 2017-19, Madisonville North Hopkins High School had not one, but two trains running every night. The first trickled, and still does, along the railroad tracks almost parallel to Maroon Stadium. The second, however, was former running back Jeriah Hightower — who, during his teenage career, mustered more than 6,300...
4-star DL commit Javeon Campbell talks Kentucky, Wan’Dale Robinson, and playing tight end
There wasn’t a player on the field who could match Javeon Campbell‘s size, physicality, and overall athleticism. Now up to 6-foot-5, 280 pounds on the defensive line, the Western Hills High School senior looked dominant against Bourbon County in a 46-0 shutout victory to open the 2024 season on Friday night. Essentially an unknown recruit […] The post 4-star DL commit Javeon Campbell talks Kentucky, Wan’Dale Robinson, and playing tight end appeared first on On3.
Moth Man adopted after being rescued by LFACC ‘from life of severe neglect’
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — After surviving abandonment by his former owners, Moth Man the dog has been adopted into a new loving home. Moth Man had been abandoned in a move back in early August after what the Lexington Humane Society said was “a life of severe neglect.” Another dog abandoned in the house with Moth Man did not survive the abandonment, according to authorities.
Morehead State Volleyball Claims 3-1 Exhibition Win Over Miami (Ohio)
Morehead State volleyball began the season with a 3-1 exhibition victory against Miami (Ohio) at Johnson Arena. The Eagles showcased depth by utilizing all 16 roster players under second-year head coach Kyrsten Becker-McBride. After a close start, they won sets one, three, and four decisively. Junior outside hitter M.E. Hargan led the team with 13 kills, while redshirt junior Sydney Wyman made a successful return after injury with 11 kills. Defensive standout Peighton Isley recorded 26 digs, demonstrating strong team performance as they prepare for the upcoming season opener.
Oscar Tshiebwe returns to Lexington, hosts basketball camp
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - All-American big man Oscar Tshiebwe made a return visit to Lexington on Saturday, hosting a basketball camp at Lexington’s Sports Center. “I love being back,” Tshiebwe said. “It’s always good to be back, especially after I was gone for a little while.”
Northwest wins first football game in 2 years with victory over Fort Campbell | PHOTOS
FORT CAMPBELL, KY (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – For the first time in 714 days, the Vikings have won a football game. Northwest traveled to Fryar Stadium at Fort Campbell High School on Aug. 23, and behind a strong start, the Vikings won, 35-16. Northwest came out of the gates swinging, scoring 28 points in the first half. The ground game was effective for the Vikings, highlighted by Brice Moore’s four touchdowns rushing.
Coal Grove Dawson-Bryant high school takes the lead, but can’t maintain it in falling to Greenup County
Greenup County trailed at the end of the first quarter before rallying for a 37-14 win over Coal Grove Dawson-Bryant high school during this Kentucky football game on Aug. 23. Coal Grove Dawson-Bryant high school showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 6-0 advantage over Greenup County as the first quarter ended.
LIVE STREAM: Simulating the Kentucky Football Season on EA Sports College Football ’25 (Pt. 2)
One week away from the start of the 2024 Kentucky football season, Kentucky Sports Radio is using a different method to forecast the Wildcats’ fortunes. Rather than leaning on analysis from humans, we’re letting technology determine the fate of this year’s football team. Starting yesterday and continuing through Sunday over on the KSR YouTube Channel, we will be […] The post LIVE STREAM: Simulating the Kentucky Football Season on EA Sports College Football ’25 (Pt. 2) appeared first on On3.
Louisville football fans mad at College Gameday over Cardinals' omission
Louisville football fans have not forgotten the success that the Cardinals had in the first season under Jeff Brohm a year ago. They played for the ACC Championship last season and had a real shot to win the conference for the first time in quite a while. It was an impressive first year from Brohm.
Former Kentucky Swim Coach Lars Jorgensen Formally Seeks Dismissal of Allegations in Court
Former University of Kentucky head swim coach Lars Jorgensen has denied the allegations against him in formal court filings on Friday. Archive photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. Former University of Kentucky head swim coach Lars Jorgensen on Friday has denied allegations of a pattern of sexual abuse under his watch...
Women's Equality Day event held in Louisville's Russell neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Women were celebrated Saturday at an event called Women's Equality is Human Equality. It was held at Central High School in the Russell neighborhood and celebrated around the nation commemorating the passage of the 19th amendment and women's right to vote. While the event was focused...
KSR Today: Football season is officially BACK
Good morning, folks! We no longer have to play the “How many days until college football is back?” game. Today, we’re all winners. Week 0 has arrived. The 2024 season officially begins later today, but with a twist — Dublin, Ireland is our host site for the season-opener between No. 10 Florida State and Georgia […] The post KSR Today: Football season is officially BACK appeared first on On3.
Time to take the stage as a new semester begins
Morehead State University's Mountain Music Ambassadors traveled down to Clay City, Ky. to play their first show of the fall semester at Crowefest, on Friday, August 23, 2024. The weekend-long festival honors the legacy of the famous bluegrass banjoist, J.D. Crowe. Sophomore Robert Myers and Junior Jachin Irwin are the...
Physical Maroons Maul Union County To Open 2024 (w/PHOTOS)
The last time Madisonville North Hopkins had topped Union County in football, it was 2019. Jeriah Hightower was a senior about to commit to Eastern Kentucky. Jay Burgett — now Paducah Tilghman’s athletic director — was still the skipper. And the squad was on the brink of a historic, special 11-win season.
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