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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...
Sullivan’s Concrete Coating – Louisville
It’s not uncommon for a concrete floor in a garage or pool deck to deteriorate. Activities like changing the oil in a car, pets scratching, or children playing can leave spills, stains, and ordinary wear and tear on the surface. Commercial facilities see wear and tear even more, often...
5 ducklings stuck beneath grate in east Louisville rescued by MSD team
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District swept in and rescued five ducklings in an east Louisville neighborhood. The ducklings had fallen through a grate in Cobblestone Estates off Chamberlain Road, and homeowners alerted MSD about the animals. The mama duck was circling the grate and quacking to...
Richmond city leaders hold workshop to address affordable housing issues
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - Affordable housing is an issue being seen across the nation, and those who work with the unhoused community say this is no exception for the City of Richmond. “The things that we face when the residents come through Madison Home Emergency Shelter, that affordable housing...
The Noble Park Summer Music Series hosts free live music
PADUCAH — There are still a handful shows left in the Noble Park Summer Music Series in the Bob Noble Park, including a set on Friday, July 19. The River Dust Duo will be playing at 5:30 p.m. and Jazz Patrol at 6:30 p.m. The River Dust Duo is two vocalists, a man and woman, who play guitar and upright bass together, while Jazz Patrol is an 18-member ensemble comprised of local musicians from Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois.
Be Our Guest | Turn up the heat at Joella's Hot Chicken
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- WDRB invites you to Be Our Guest this week at Joella's Hot Chicken!. Joella's Hot Chicken features fresh, all-natural chicken brined and spiced with your choice of seven unique heat levels. Some of their favorite menu items include the Big Wings, the Chicken and Waffles, or...
El Mundo makes it official: it’s all about the Highlands moving forward
Reporting at Louisville Business First, Joel Stinnett confirms the permanent closure of El Mundo’s original 2345 Frankfort Ave. location, which ran for 28 years until a process of “restructuring” began in January, 2024. We covered it here:. El Mundo’s original location in Clifton will be restructured in...
Multiple thefts from vehicles reported in McCracken County
WEST PADUCAH, Ky. (KBSI) – McCracken County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating multiple reports of thefts from vehicles throughout the county. Deputies with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office responded to and investigated multiple calls of thefts from vehicles throughout the county during the early morning hours of July 18.
Bud Hudson League receives record donation
The Bud Hudson Junior Pro Football League is still in its early phases of the 2024 season, but already it has scored a touchdown. According to a press release from the league Thursday morning, former Hopkinsville High School All-State linebacker Steven Kelley and his wife Tracy have purchased 200 uniforms including tops and bottoms for players in the league. The uniforms cost nearly $20,000, which is believed to be the largest single gift to the Bud Hudson League by a private citizen in its 73 years of operation.
WATCH: Kentucky vs. La Familia 5v5 practice highlights
Ahead of Friday night’s The Basketball Tournament opener for La Familia (Kentucky’s alumni team), the current edition of the Wildcats took their shot at the older Wildcats in a 5-on-5 practice setting inside Rupp Arena. UK Sports Video dropped a two-minute video of highlights from the practice, with Mark Pope‘s squad wearing white and Tyler Ulis‘ squad sporting blue.
Ford plans to build more Super Duty Trucks at plant in Ontario, Canada
Ford's Kentucky Truck Plant is home to production of Ford's most valuable asset — the Ford Super Duty Truck. But now, the Detroit-based automaker is expanding assembly of the iconic American truck to Canada. This year alone, KTP has already produced more than 188,000 Super Duty's and a smaller plant in Ohio has built...
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs are being recalled for lack of inspection
AW Farms, a meat processing facility and public market in Argillite, Kentucky, is recalling approximately 6,900 pounds of hot dog products that were “produced without the benefit of federal inspection.”. According to information posted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on July 15,...
2025 stock-rising point guard 'wants' offer from Kentucky basketball
Kentucky basketball is still Kentucky and many prospects have echoed that sentiment following the departure of John Calipari. While Mark Pope has yet to coach a single game in Lexington, he's already won some battles on the recruiting trail with his personality, coaching style and ability to connect with the prospects. Oh, and the fact he lives and breathes Kentucky basketball -- and has the history engraved in him.
Andrew Carr has been a perfect fit for Mark Pope offense; stresses the importance of Jaxson Robinson
The Mark Pope era is well underway in Lexington and the team is currently gearing up for year No. 1 this upcoming season. One name that has made incredible progress since arriving in Lexington is Wake Forest transfer Andrew Carr. Carr brings some much-needed leadership and a veteran presence that...
2 courtrooms damaged after flooding at Louisville's Hall of Justice
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It will take weeks before two courtrooms at Louisville's Hall of Justice are able to be used again after an accident caused flooding earlier this week. A Jefferson County Court Administrator said a work aid inmate from the Metro Department of Corrections accidentally broke a sprinkler head while moving a box in the building's laundry room on Tuesday.
Cadiz Event Ensuring Students Are Ready For Upcoming School Year
The Cadiz On Main Program and various community sponsors are coming together for the inaugural BACK2SCHOOL BASH. The event will occur Saturday afternoon, August 10th, from Noon to 6:00, at West Cadiz Park. On Main Director Briana Hyde said the event will be free for all of the children in the community.
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