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'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.
Former Kentucky basketball guard making case for 'draft's best prospect'
NBA Summer League action is wrapping up on Monday night and that means the next time we'll see former Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard, it'll be during preseason play. Despite having to wait a few months until he steps on the floor again, his play over the last week makes the wait worth it.
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.
Police Looking For Four People After Park Vandalism
Surveillance photos captured four people vandalizing a Hillview park. There is 24-hour video surveillance at the Maryville Park and it caught the vandals in action. It happened on Tuesday between 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. by Maryville Elementary School off Summers Drive. Two men and two women pushed porta-pot restrooms...
Father and son arrested for attacking man in Pilgrim
PILGRIM — A father and son were arrested July 17 in Martin County following an altercation on KY-2032 that resulted in minor injuries, authorities said. Warren Jude, 62, and his son, Tyler Jude, 35, both of Pilgrim, were taken into custody after Chief Deputy Chris Kidd of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call on Warren Jude Road.
1 dog has died after Jacobson Park attack: LFACC is asking for your help to find the alleged attacker and the owner
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Community members are seeking help finding a Lexington dog owner following an attack at Jacobson Park on Friday. Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control (LFACC) posted on Facebook that a dog died Friday evening from injuries caused by another dog during an attack at the park.
What did Andy Beshear do before being governor? Kentucky native could be Kamala Harris' VP.
The announcement that President Joe Biden will end his reelection bid on Sunday leaves people wonderingwho will lead the Democratic party this November. While Biden has endorsed Kamala Harris as his replacement, there's talk of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as a possible vice president nominee, along with North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly.
Kentucky Weather Alert: Scattered Thunderstorms and Localized Flooding Possible
Louisville, KY – Kentucky residents should prepare for a week marked by scattered thunderstorms and showers, as predicted by the US National Weather Service in Louisville. Although no single day is expected to be completely rained out, the persistent nature of the precipitation may lead to localized flooding, particularly in southern Kentucky.
Five Famous Olympic Gold Medalists from Right Here in Kentucky
The opening ceremonies of the 2024 Summer Olympics are coming up this Friday in Paris, France. Back here in Kentucky, Olympic fans (like me) are getting geared up to cheer on Team USA and members of that team from right here in Kentucky. The Commonwealth, by the way, has a 'golden' Olympic history. Various Kentuckians, and other athletes with ties to the Bluegrass State, have scored Olympic Gold! Here's a look at five legendary Kentucky athletes that are forever a part of Olympic history.
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