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Bam Adebayo might be lock for gold medal. Kentuckians with best chance at Paris Olympics
After the spectacle of the opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, the real fun begins. From basketball star Anthony Davis to track and field standout Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, these U.S. Olympians with ties to the commonwealth have the best chance to leave Paris with a gold medal: ...
High Five Rural Traffic Safety Project Launched in Lyon County
Various agencies and local leaders gathered in Eddyville Friday morning to launch the High Five Rural Traffic Safety Project to enhance safety and save lives in Lyon County. Deputy Director Ryan Fisher of the Kentucky Department of Highway Safety highlighted the success of the program’s seat belt initiative, which has been effective across the Commonwealth based on a pilot project in 2023. He mentioned that in Lyon County, the objective of the High Five Rural Seat Belt Program is to increase safety and save lives.
Kentucky Wildcats Make History at 2024 Paris Olympics with 22 Athletes Representing Six Countries and Six Sports
A record-breaking 22 University of Kentucky student-athletes, alumni, and coaches are set to compete in six sports across six countries at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Opening ceremonies kick off on July 26, with multiple Wildcats participating in the Parade of Nations. This marks the first time a UK athlete...
One local teacher creates children's book on mental health
HOPKINS COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) - The school bells will ring in less than a month and for one local school therapist, she remains engaged helping kids with their mental health. Kaitlyn Marks is entering her second year at Grapevine Elementary School in Madisonville, and she has learned many ways to make each learning session with a child unique.
Health First Announces New Medical Clinic in the City of Clay
CLAY, Ky. (WEVV)— Health First Community Health Center has announced construction on a new, replacement medical clinic in the city of Clay. The nearly 5,000 square foot facility will be located on Hearin Street, next to United Community Bank. With the additional space, Health First will expand access to...
Teachers, health professionals urge parents to tackle back-to-school tasks
PADUCAH — As many students prepare to return to school, teachers and health professionals urge parents to take care of last-minute tasks. Baptist Health Paducah Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Nicole Snow said it's important to get kids on a bedtime schedule. For elementary school children, Snow recommends going to bed between 8 and 9 p.m. When it comes to older kids, that time is more flexible.
Excitement grows for Eighth of August Emancipation Celebration
PADUCAH — The kickoff of Paducah's Eighth of August Emancipation Celebration is just days away. This year's theme is "Heroes Among Us: Salute to Service." The local holiday is a chance to remember when news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reached western Kentucky, Aug. 8, and enslaved people were freed.
Superintendent of the year awarded to Breckinridge County educator
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Breckinridge County educator, Dr. Nick Carter, was named the 2025 Superintendent of the Year by the Kentucky Association of School Administrators. Officials say a panel conducts a selection process to determine the Superintendent of the Year and the nominees for the award are evaluated based on four criteria: leadership for training, […]
BOZICH | The Ville chases TBT's $1 million prize -- with Rick Pitino in their U of L corner
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Rick Pitino’s once-fractured relationship with the University of Kentucky has flowered into a full détente. Pitino sits in the front row of the Mark Pope Fan Club. He said he has donated NIL money to the Kentucky football program. I expect to see Pitino bring one of his St. John’s teams to Rupp Arena.
Jefferson County Clerk’s Office closes Highview location after attempted Saturday reopening
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - After closing all of its branches for nearly four days, the Jefferson County Clerk’s office began working on reopening a few locations Friday afternoon. Its Dixie Highway location opened first on Friday, with the promise of the Highview, Jeffersontown, East, and Westport branches opening Saturday...
Man wanted for murder among arrests after vehicle pursuit into Franklin
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Multiple men are facing charges after a vehicle pursuit from Bowling Green into Franklin. Shortly before midnight on Friday, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office says it responded to a call in the 600 block of McIntyre Street for an attempted burglary. According to deputies,...
Man baptized while in ankle bracelets shares more about conversion, life before and after Christ
SOMERSET, Ky. (KT) — The recent account of the salvation and baptism of a man while he was wearing ankle bracelets attracted widespread attention on Kentucky Today as well as social media. That man’s story is made even more impactful when considering what happened before and after his salvation experience.
It's winter in July as U of L, UK set for 'wild' showdown in TBT
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KT) - What's this, Louisville vs. Kentucky on the basketball court in July? Well, sort of. While waiting for the main course to unfold with the current teams on Dec. 14 in Rupp Arena, fans of the rivalry can enjoy an appealing appetizer that will seem like old times for a group of former players on both clubs.
Retro Louisville: Origins of Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
“Suit Seeks to Block Borrowing of Funds to Extend Bowman Field” was a headline on the front page of the Sept. 21, 1940, edition of the Courier Journal which featured the effort to create a major airfield at the existing Bowman site. The lawsuit, brought by several nearby neighbors, “challenged the authority...
Longtime Lexington restaurant moving locations
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A longtime Lexington restaurant is moving. Tolly-Ho, a 24-hour restaurant known for its all-day breakfast, has been in Lexington for 53 years and has sat on the corner of South Broadway and Bolivar Street, near the edge of UK’s campus, since 2011. In February, the...
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