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Despite odor concerns, contaminated water in Hardin County not impacting daily use: State officials
UPTON, Ky. — A popular gathering spot for a small Kentucky town is now the center of possible water contamination. It has raised concerns within the community, especially those who are homes are connected to well water. Located in the southern part of Hardin County is Upton, Kentucky. It's...
Morgantown mayor discusses possible changes to storm shelter legislation
MORGANTOWN, Ky. – The mayor of Morgantown, Billy Phelps, recently presented a plan to a Kentucky legislature committee to try and change the laws surrounding government-funded storm shelters. Phelps says the legislation should change, allowing for more options when it comes to the size of the shelter and the...
McGregor Hall residents relocated after another flooding incident
On Monday, Aug. 19, Eastern Kentucky University’s (EKU) McGregor Hall had a pipe burst. According to an email sent on behalf of EKU’s Provost, Sara Zeigler, the broken pipe led to significant flooding in portions of floors one through three. Residents that were affected by the flooding have been temporarily relocated to different residence halls on campus.
Communication workers strike in Owensboro
Members of the Communications Workers of America Local 3321 were picketing outside AT&T facilities in Owensboro Tuesday, in support of the CWA’s strike against the telecommunications giant. Members of Local 3321 were picketing at AT&T buildings across the region, including Owensboro, Henderson, Madisonville, Hopkinsville, Princeton, Hartford and Morganfield. Norm Franklin, president of Local ...
Louisville homeless outreach specialists save family from 'life-and-death' situation
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A young mother and two small children were facing a life-and-death situation, but city workers went above and beyond to help the family survive. Nova Stubbs and Montez Phoenix are homeless outreach specialist for the city of Louisville. But recently, they responded to a different call.
Baby gorilla rejected by his mother arrives safely at new home
SEATTLE — The baby gorilla rejected by his mother at the Woodland Park Zoo arrived safely at his new home in Kentucky, the zoo said in a release Tuesday. The baby gorilla, named Abeo (ah-beh-OH) which means “bringer of happiness” in a language spoken in West Africa, will be socialized with a foster gorilla mom and a multigenerational family of gorillas at the Louisville Zoo.
Date Revealed for John Calipari, Arkansas to Take on Kentucky in Lexington
Coach Cal will be returning to Rupp Arena in February. John Calipari is no longer the coach of the Kentucky Wildcats, but he'll still be making a visit to Rupp Arena during the 2024-25 season. Now with the Arkansas Razorbacks after agreeing to a lucrative deal to swap Lexington for...
Murray State Receives Largest Gift In School History
MURRAY, Ky. – With the public’s support of the current investments into much-needed facility enhancements and the overall student-athlete experience at an all-time high, Murray State Athletics has received the largest gift in school history from the Dill Family, it was announced on August 20th. The record-shattering investment...
Glasgow teen still not located after 17 days
BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – A Glasgow teen has still not been located after leaving her home on Aug. 2., authorities say. Barren County Sheriff’s Office public information officer Mike Houchens confirmed Tuesday that Devynn Wise, 17, has still not been found. The Barren County Sheriff’s Office stated Wise...
First Arabic-speaking church in Kentucky has service in Florence
FLORENCE, Ky. (KT) – Arabic Baptist Church of Northern Kentucky held its debut service Sunday in Florence, becoming the first Arabic language church in Kentucky. It came to fruition through much prayer and cooperation. The Northern Kentucky Baptist Association (NKBA), the Kentucky Baptist Convention (KBC), Florence Baptist Church and...
At age 96, Adelyn Dickey has 80-year investment in teaching children at FBC Mt. Washington
MT. WASHINGTON, Ky. (KT) — At age 96, Adelyn Dickey has the distinction of being the oldest member of First Baptist Church Mt. Washington. But more remarkable is the impact she has had on children there during her 80 years as a Sunday school teacher. Yes, 80 years. She...
Owensboro BBQ restaurant raises money for charity in memory of daughter
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — Old Hickory BBQ in Owensboro raised over $2,000 in memory of a family member who passed away in a 2023 crash. Two weeks ago, the restaurant announced the temporary return of the "Emily Burger" in Emily's honor. Emily Foreman passed away in a crash that...
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