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Former UK, NBA star Rajon Rondo expected to plead guilty to gun charge after trial date was canceled
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Former University of Kentucky basketball and NBA star Rajon Rondo's August trial date was canceled as it appears he will instead plead guilty to misdemeanor unlawful possession of a gun. A Sept. 3 "change of plea hearing" was scheduled which, if finalized as it is proposed,...
Goose Island's 2024 Bourbon County lineup is set and it looks awesome
Each Black Friday, Goose Island gives us another reason to run to the store. That’s when the Chicago based brewery drops its annual lineup of Bourbon County stouts, the barrel-aged heavies that dominate the top of its Beer Advocate ratings. Last year’s lineup was an all-star list of big, boozy brews. 2024 promises more of the same.
Louisville named finalist city for prestigious Sundance Film Festival
Louisville is being considered as the next home for one of the nation’s the most prestigious independent film festivals, the world-renowned Sundance Film Festival. On Friday, Louisville was named one of six finalists to host the festival, beginning in 2027. Hosting the festival would bring the world to Louisville for 10 days each year for an event that serves as the premiere of innovative films and attracts more than 80,000 visitors annually.
MISSING JUVENILE ALERT: Hopkinsville Police seek help finding missing teenager
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – The Hopkinsville Police Department is trying to locate 14-year-old Jordan White who has been missing for a week. White was last seen leaving his home at the Pennryrile Apartments on July 15. He made contact with family on July 17 through Snapchat and has not been heard from since.
Twin Lakes National Fiddler Championship entertains huge crowd, Danny Roberts awarded Key to the City
There were hundreds, if not thousands of winners on Saturday as the Twin Lakes National Fiddler Championship drew huge crowds to downtown Leitchfield on a picture-perfect day to enjoy hours of outstanding music and dancing. One of the highlights of the event came after dark when Leitchfield Mayor Harold Miller...
Back2Back Foundation Announces 20th Anniversary Show Total
The annual Back2Back Foundation, Brice Long & Friends benefit concert on Saturday night exceeded expectations, raising a total of $107,750. Celebrating its 20th year, the event featured a special performance by country band McBride & The Ride at the Alhambra Theatre, which was packed for the occasion. Pennyroyal Arts Council...
Red Mile kicks off live racing season in a unique way
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Live racing returned to Lexington today as Red Mile kicked off the season in a very special way—with camel and ostrich races. The giant animals travel all over the country for various events, but this was their first trip to Red Mile. Fans...
KSR Today: Summer basketball with the Peach Jam, La Familia, Team USA, and NBA Summer League
Good morning, KSR readers. Today, we are talking summer basketball after a busy weekend in Kentucky‘s basketball recruiting efforts, NBA Summer League, and The Basketball Tournament in Lexington. Looking ahead, you can watch Team USA’s final exhibition before the Olympics later today, plus La Familia’s return to Rupp Arena for another game tomorrow night.
5-Star PF Caleb Wilson Planning Kentucky Official Visit as UK Ramps Up Efforts
Class of 2025 five-star forward Caleb Wilson told KSR+ he plans to take an official visit to Kentucky as UK ramps up interest. The post 5-Star PF Caleb Wilson Planning Kentucky Official Visit as UK Ramps Up Efforts appeared first on On3.
UK on Pace for Highest Ranked Recruiting Class
Kentucky’s football recruiting seems on pace to potentially have its highest ranked recruiting class ever and certainly had more verbal commitments in mid-July than even coach Mark Stoops and recruiting coordinator Vince Marrow have been able to gather before. Not only does Kentucky have 17 commitments, but it has...
'Summer Slide': Program in Louisville aims to fight learning loss
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Every summer, kids get a much-needed break from the rigors of school. It's well-deserved and needed before they dive back into another year of learning. However, doctors say that just because students aren't in the classroom doesn't mean they shouldn't be learning. Dr. Heather Felton with...
More rounds of rain and thunderstorms today
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - More rounds of showers and storms are likely today. Though no severe weather is anticipated, we could see some areas of ponding and minor flooding. It may be your best bet to keep your umbrella handy during the next several days -- Scattered rain and pop-up showers look to be possible through the rest of our week.
This Week’s KSR Summer Radio Schedule (July 22-26)
We’re down to the final two weeks of Matt Jones’ 10-week summer vacation from Kentucky Sports Radio. Week 9 kicks off with a bang with a new Monday with Myron Medcalf. However, this one is special because Myron is in Lexington for his first in-person show with the KSR crew. He will be at KSBar […] The post This Week’s KSR Summer Radio Schedule (July 22-26) appeared first on On3.
Community to celebrate 100th anniversary of Raceland horse-racing track
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune 1924. Calvin Coolidge became the first U.S. president to deliver remarks via a radio broadcast from the White House. J. Edgar Hoover was appointed head of the FBI. Al Jolson, Aaron Copland and George Gershwin enjoyed success in music. It was also when John Oliver “Jack” Keene, […] The post Community to celebrate 100th anniversary of Raceland horse-racing track appeared first on The Tribune.
2024 Kentucky Football Foes: Georgia
Today we continue to preview all of UK’s 2024 opponents with their Week 3 matchup with the Georgia Bulldogs, who the Cats are facing in just the third week of the season in an extremely early meeting. Usually, this is one of the last games of the year, and...
Eastern KY town plans mural to commemorate 2022 flood
A $20,000 grant from AARP Kentucky will help rebuild sidewalks in Jenkins damaged by the deadly 2022 flood that took the lives of 45 residents. Rachel Rosolina, communications director for the nonprofit Appalshop, explained because its headquarters were severely damaged by the flooding, staff has temporarily moved to neighboring Jenkins, where the grant will help improve walkability.
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