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Kentucky employers give second chances
By Sarah Michels Bluegrass Live When Barbara Aker’s nephew was 10 or 11, he broke his arm. He was prescribed painkillers, which set him off on a slippery slope, she said. He eventually overdosed and died. Now, through a Kentucky program aimed at reducing recidivism, Aker is making something good out of something bad. A […] The post Kentucky employers give second chances appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Police arrest woman in connection to abduction of 1-year-old
A woman was arrested in connection to the abduction of a 1-year-old on Thursday. Shortly after 6 p.m., officers received a call for an abduction of a 1-year-old in the 300 block of S. Norris. St. When officers arrived they were told that a toddler was taken by an unidentified...
Howard among nine honorees from UPike men’s basketball program
PIKEVILLE — Magoffin County High School graduate Spencer Howard is among nine members of the University of Pikeville men’s basketball program who were named NAIA Scholar Athletes following the conclusion of the 2023-24 season. A total of 572 men’s basketball players, managers and student workers from around the...
Isom IGA’s family atmosphere overcomes flood
ISOM, Ky. (WYMT) - The Isom IGA was heavily damaged in the July 2022 flood. Despite the more than six feet of water that rushed through the store, managers knew they would open again. “So, the initial thought was, you know, everything was just completely gone, that there’s no way...
Hazard finishes third in Johnson Central Invitational
PRESTONSBURG — Hazard finished third out of 19 teams in the Johnson Central Invitational at StoneCrest Golf Course on Monday, July 22. Only Madison Central and Lexington Christian Academy finished ahead of the Bulldogs. Waylon Clutts shot a 72 to lead Hazard and finish seventh individually. Following Clutts, Noah...
Dosker Manor residents without power for more than 20 hours
One of Dosker Manor's three buildings lost power around 4 p.m. Thursday, and it remained off until mid-Friday, leaving residents without air conditioning and electricity for more than 20 hours. The building received emergency power Friday morning, which reactivated one of its elevators, said Louisville Metro Housing Authority public information officer Jailen Leavell....
Harlan Independent Schools participate in lunch and breakfast program
Harlan Independent School will be participating in the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. As part of this program , Sunshine School, Harlan Elementary, and Harlan Middle/ High school will offer healthy meals every school day at NO COST to the students due to the implementation of the Community Eligibility Provision for […] The post Harlan Independent Schools participate in lunch and breakfast program appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky city named as one of best places for families to live
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (WKYT) - A central Kentucky city has been named as one of the best places for families to live. Fortune recently ranked Georgetown 40th on its list of the 50 best places for families. Fortune analyzed more than 2,000 cities across the country. The publication says the ones...
Grand Jury Returns Indictments for Attempted Murder and Wanton Endangerment
Multiple indictments were issued by the Christian County Grand Jury Friday, including on charges of attempted murder and wanton endangerment. A true bill was returned on Alicia Yocham, of Hopkinsville, on a single count of attempted murder and tampering with physical evidence. The indictment alleges that on June 14 Yocham...
1 Jefferson County Clerk's Office branch reopens after cyberattack. More to open Saturday
One branch of the Jefferson County Clerk's Office has reopened with plans to open more branches Saturday, according to an email sent Friday afternoon. Ashley Tinius, director of communications for the clerk's office, said the Dixie Highway branch has reopened with "limited availability." It was unclear how long the branch would remain open. ...
Bowling Green man arrested after allegedly running man over with vehicle
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing multiple charges after another man was allegedly hit by a vehicle. According to a uniform citation, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office responded Thursday shortly before midnight for an injury accident off of the 100 block of Cathy Way.
UPDATE: Two missing people located in Kentucky
Update: Henderson Police have confirmed the Horners have been found in Kuttawa, Kentucky, and they are safe. HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials with Henderson Emergency Management have issued a golden alert for two people who were last seen on July 25. According to a post, 86-year-old Ronald Horner and 79-year-old Mary Jane Horner were last […]
Gojira to make history at Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
Gojira are more or less officially the first heavy metal band to ever perform at the Olympics. These French metal giants are set to make history at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, taking place today (26th). Alongside Céline Dion, Lady Gaga, and Aya Nakamura, Gojira will highlight the event with a unique collaboration with opera singer Marina Viotti.
Portion of Union County under boil advisory
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Part of Union County is under a boil advisory this morning after a water main is cut on Thursday. The Union County Water District says that the areas under the advisory are on State Route 109 from Bucktrack Road to the Y Community at Highway 56, after a water main on State […]
VIDEO: Cold air funnel spotted in the Heartland
(KFVS) - Viewers sent us photos and videos of a cold air funnel on Friday afternoon, July 26. The funnel was seen from Wickliffe, Kentucky and Cairo, Illinois. You can send us your photos and videos below. According to the National Weather Service, a cold air funnel forms beneath showers...
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