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Krispy Kreme on Bardstown Road damaged by arson undergoing partial demolition
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Krispy Kreme on Bardstown Road, which has been closed since an arson fire damaged the building last May, is set to be at least partially demolished. Florida-based Larson Design Group requested a building permit for "exploratory demo work" due to fire damage, according to a building permit filed with Louisville Metro Planning & Design Services.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen opens in Louisville's Russell neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A new Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen opened in the Russell neighborhood. The restaurant at Broadway and 28th Street officially opened its doors Monday. The restaurant owner said it served a record-breaking during its soft opening. The owners, Ace Brands LLC, own other Popeyes locations in Louisville. Owner...
Kentucky State, Morehouse to meet in Chicago Football Classic
Kentucky State returns to the Chicago Football Classic on Sept. 21, when it plays the Morehouse Maroon Tigers in Chicago. “This is a great opportunity for KSU’s football team. We are proud of our players and the amazing job they do. I support the guidance of our athletic director, Mr. Stepp, and KSU’s Chicago Alumni Chapter as they take part in the annual Chicago Football Classic.” Kentucky State University President Dr. Koffi C. Akakpo said.
FORECAST: Needed rainfall then refreshing!
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - We’re done with the 90s for a while as a system brings the region some needed rain before high pressure builds in with a beautiful day on Friday. A system will be tracking through the Commonwealth today. That means a round of showers and scattered thunderstorms this morning before we get a break in the activity midday. With some breaks of sunshine, we’ll see the action refire later this afternoon into this evening. And, with all the moisture in the atmosphere, not only will it be muggy but we’ll continue to see the opportunity for heavy rainfall. High temperatures will top out between 82° and 87°.
Inez man charged with desecrating religious object
INEZ, Ky. — Police have arrested a Martin County man who they say was one of three people responsible for setting fire to a religious display last month. The incident happened June 7 on the God’s Promise Trail in Inez. Police say the trio set fire to a prayer altar on the trail.
A promising stat for Mark Pope’s first Kentucky Basketball roster
When you look at the landscape of college basketball, the teams that have been having the most success are the older ones that shoot/make a lot of 3s. In his first year as the head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats, Mark Pope has built his roster around modern college basketball by bringing in older players who can shoot.
Attorney’s murder trial ends in hung jury
PIKEVILLE, Ky. — The murder trial of a former assistant Pike County attorney has ended without a decision. Donald Kyle Deskins, 55, of Kimper, had been accused of killing his wife, Judith, in April 2021, then concealing evidence of the crime. He was indicted last August on single count of murder and two counts of tampering with physical evidence.
Louisville man arrested after allegedly planning to sell fake narcotics
CAVE CITY, Ky. – A Louisville man is facing multiple charges related to drug trafficking in Cave City. According to a uniform citation, around 9:36 a.m. Monday, the Cave City Police Department conducted a stop on a Chevy Malibu on South Dixie Highway in Cave City. Upon contact, police...
Tennessee's Cooper Mays complimentary of Kentucky's Gerald Mincey
DALLAS - After spending two seasons on Rocky Top, offensive tackle Gerald Mincey transferred from. to Kentucky over the offseason and is likely to be the Wildcats starting right tackle in 2024. During the 2023 season, Mincey played in all 13 games and made seven starts. Of his starts, six...
Couple vacationing in Hawaii killed in helicopter crash
CINCINNATI (WXIX/Gray News) – A Kentucky couple was killed in a helicopter crash while they were vacationing in Hawaii. The body of Amy Ruark Quintua, 53, was recovered on Thursday by Kauai Ocean Safety Bureau lifeguards after a helicopter crashed near Na Pali Coast in Kauai, Hawaii. Her husband, James Quintua, 60, was also on board.
Veterinary technology program in Kentucky extends application deadline
The only fully accredited 2-year program in the state is now accepting applications until August 1, 2024. The Veterinary Technology (Vet Tech) program at Owensboro Community and Technical College (OCTC) in Owensboro, Kentucky has extended its application deadline to August 1, 2024. Graduates of the Vet Tech program have obtained positions in a wide range of settings, such as general practices, specialty clinics, the University of Florida, animal shelters, and animal rescues, according to a news release.1.
Ethema Health Boosts Capacity to 600 Beds, Eyes Medicaid Market with Edgewater Acquisition
Ethema Health Corporation (OTCQB: GRST) has agreed to buy Kentucky-based alcohol and substance use disorder (SUD) provider Edgewater Recovery Center. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Florida-based Ethema had previously set a target of expanding to 500 beds by the end of 2025. The deal significantly exceeds that...
Wendy’s Franchisee Ryan O’Malley Puts Culture on the Front Lines of Success
Ryan O’Malley’s restaurant career began in 2007 at Wendy’s of Bowling Green, where he held roles from GM to district manager to director of operations. In 2021, he made the leap to Wendy’s franchisee. Today, O’Malley and his partners operate 136 locations across five states (Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Alabama).
Some new Kentucky laws are in limbo as governor says lawmakers failed to fund them
FRANKFORT — Kentucky legislators enacted more than 200 laws this year, most of which take effect today, July 15. At least 20 new laws are in limbo, however. Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear says the Republican-controlled General Assembly failed to fund them — to the tune of $153 million — even after he informed lawmakers of the problem on April 10.
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