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Glasgow Family Celebrates New Home
A local family is celebrating a new chapter in their lives after working alongside Glasgow-Barren Habitat for Humanity and the community for a new home. Last Friday, the Bradley family, friends, and members of Habitat for Humanity celebrated at the front doorstep of the new home, which the family assists in building alongside the global nonprofit housing organization. The family moved into their new home on June 1.
BG Static softball wins world series in Florida
BOWLING GREEN, KY – Earlier this month, BG Static 2015 went down to Panama City Beach, Florida, to play in the USFA world series which consisted of 38 other 8U travel softball teams. The BG static girls played hard in Florida and after eight undefeated games, the team came...
'I don't like being down here anyway': LMHA helping relocate Dosker Manor tenants
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Antonette Hickman is one of many Dosker Manor residents who are eager to move. The decades long issues of unhealthy living conditions inside the building will be coming to an end soon. "A lot of people do have mold in their apartment; I don't have it...
Former Kentucky coach Hal Mumme talks about joining the Sullivan East football staff
Blountville, TN — This afternoon on the First at Four former University of Kentucky coach Hal Mumme joined me along with Sullivan East football coach JC Simmon. Mumme was the architect of the “air raid” offense for the Wildcats when they faced the likes of Peyton Manning he’s now using this opportunity as a tune-up […]
Top 10 247Sports combo guard Jasper Johnson set to pick college; Kentucky one of his final destinations
In a significant recruitment development, five-star prospect Jasper Johnson is close to making a college decision, with Kentucky still in contention among his final five schools, which also include North Carolina, Alabama, Louisville, and Arkansas. Johnson is expected to announce his decision in 'late August'. Mark Pope, Kentucky's coach, has been actively engaging with Johnson, emphasizing his potential as a hometown player and key component of the team's future. Johnson, a highly ranked talent, has showcased his skills both on and off the court, drawing interest from various top programs.
Ohio’s new cell phone policy draws mixed reactions
IRONTON, Ohio (WSAZ) - Two months ago, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 250, mandating every school has a cell phone policy and Ironton High School new policy will mandate that cell phones go in their lockers from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. “I want to assure our parents...
Local non-profit creates a way to connect with loved ones experiencing dementia
ST. ALBANS, WV (WOWK) – Local nonprofit, Dementia Friendly St. Albans opened an Experience Trailer. The trailer is used to teach those without dementia what having it feels like. People lined up outside the mobile trailer and were given earmuffs and mittens. They were also asked to complete a set of tasks, all while their […]
Remembering the Tragedy in the Mountains: Two years later
EASTERN KENTUCKY (WOWK) – It has been two years since torrential flooding swept through Eastern Kentucky, killing more than 40 people across multiple counties. The heavy rainfall began on July 25, 2022, and continued through July 30, 2022. According to the National Weather Service, a total of 24 flash flood warnings were issued between July […]
Mother of missing Tri-State woman files lawsuit against KSP
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Next month it will be 29 years since Heather Teague was abducted from Newburgh Beach in Henderson County. Today, Heather’s family filed a civil suit against the Kentucky State Police and the FBI, saying they mishandled the investigation. A group gathered outside the federal district...
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