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In a win for dogs like Ethan, first offense animal torture now a felony in Kentucky
Legislators and advocates who pushed for years to make dog and cat torture a felony on first offense gathered in the Capitol Rotunda Tuesday to celebrate a new Kentucky law that does just that. House Bill 258, also called Ethan’s Law, allows a person to be charged with a Class...
Big Lots Shutting Down Stores Amid Financial Uncertainty
Big Lots is planning to shutter around 40 stores as the company opens up about their ability to continue. I've been shopping at Big Lots for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I could spend hours in the toy aisle, and even as a teenager, I spent quite a bit of time thumbing through the DVD and Blu-ray selections. My wife and I still shop at Big Lots on a regular basis today. It's safe to say that it's one of my all-time favorite stores. Need groceries? Done. Kitchenware? Easy. How about some furniture? They've got all kinds of options out on the floor.
Kentucky State Fair offering a new way to experience concert series in style
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- If you're looking for a new way to experience the Kentucky State Fair this year, how about staying in a luxury suite?. Guests are invited to enjoy the Texas Roadhouse Concert Series in some brand new mobile suites. Packages include admission for up to 35 people,...
Local students develop leadership skills in Governor's School for Entrepreneurs Summer Startup Program
After three weeks of students developing "business solutions for serious, real-world problems," the 2024 Governor's School for Entrepreneurs Summer Startup Program has concluded and the winners have been announced. This year, 158 students completed the program, and 3 students from the Local 6 region have placed in the Demo Day...
Seeking ‘healing justice’ for Black women who have substance use disorder
LOUISVILLE — The Volunteers of America chapter that includes Kentucky will spend $123,000 over the next nine months to make sure more Black women get access to treatment for substance use disorder. Volunteers of America Mid-States is using this grant money, which came from the Kentucky Association of Health...
Tennessee Man Dies After Being Burned By 150-Degree Hotel Shower
76-year-old Tennessee native Alex Chronis was staying at the Econo Lodge in Erlanger, Kentucky. This was back in November 2021 while Chronis was on a work trip. Per the Knoxville News Sentinel, Chronis was badly burned during a morning shower. According to a lawsuit filed by Chronis' estate, "the water was more than 150 degrees, a temperature that can cause third-degree burns within seconds of exposure."
Weekend top picks: Women’s Dive Day, cruise-in, concert, and more
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Celebrate women in diving with the 5th Annual Women’s Dive Day, take a stroll among vintage cars, enjoy a concert at the historic Alhambra Theatre, and celebrate back to school with a bash at Fun Zone!. Women’s Dive Day: Local dive shops,...
Lamp Pole Found Damaged In Hopkinsville
A lamp pole on Eagle Way was found damaged Wednesday afternoon. Hopkinsville Police say someone caused $2,000 worth of damage to a lamp pole at a property owned by Jennie Stuart Health. No arrest has been made but the report lists the charge as first-degree criminal mischief.
Man And Woman Charged With Endangering The Welfare Of Minors
A Hopkinsville man and woman were charged with several counts of endangering the welfare of a minor after a child was found in a parking lot on North Drive Wednesday afternoon. Hopkinsville Police say they were called for a 2-year-old that was found in a parking lot and witnesses followed...
‘I lost a little piece of me that day’: Family of Miya Rudd speak for first time since her death
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - Funeral plans for the little girl who had been missing in Ohio County have been announced. The obituary for Miya Rudd shows there will be a Service of Remembrance Thursday, July 25, at 6 p.m. Visitation starts at 4 p.m., and it’s at Pleasant Valley Community...
Brice Long Back-2-Back Foundation concert set to raise funds and support local families
The Brice Long Back-2-Back Foundation Concert is a familiar summer time staple in Hopkinsville—and it returns to the Alhambra Theater this Saturday to raise funds for a good cause. Country music artist and songwriter Brice Long is a native to the area and although he has gone on to...
Osteria Seafood Makes a Splash
Osteria Italian Seafood is the newest brainchild from Jared Matthews, specializing in fresh seafood dishes with Italian influences. Osteria joins other local establishments Matthews owns, including Lou Lou on Market and The Fox Den. “My brain doesn’t turn off,” Matthews said. “I have five different concepts in my head right...
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