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Local barbers providing free back to school haircuts at Oak Grove Community Center
OAK GROVE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – With Christian County Public Schools starting the new year at the end of the month, students are able to grab a free haircut on Aug. 18 to look and feel their best on the first day. Melissa Lynch, the Oak Grove Community...
Former Kentucky Wildcats QB Will Levis is trending but not for what you'd think
Yes, Will Levis has been out of college for two years now but the Penn State Nittany Lion turned Kentucky Wildcat quarterback is trending once again. However, it isn't for his illustrious career in the NFL or his impressive performance in Week 1 of the preseason. It's for his new...
Rachael Lillis dies at 46 after cancer battle. Here’s where you’ve heard her voice
Rachael Lillis, the "Pokémon" actor who voiced Misty and Jessie across the franchise, died on Saturday at 46. Laurie Orr shared the news of her sister's death through GoFundMe. The fund was first created in May to assist with medical bills after Lillis was diagnosed with cancer. ...
YMCA set to open the doors on new Teen Center next week
The Hopkinsville-Christian County YMCA is putting out the word—their new Teen Center is ready to open and welcome in teens from across the county, and they’re inviting folks to the grand opening set for next week. It all kicks off Monday, when the center dedicated to providing a...
Lexington native welcomed home after winning 2 gold medals at Paris Olympics
A Lexington native was welcomed home after winning two gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, LEX18 reported this week. Lee Kiefer, 30, became the first American fencer to win three Olympic gold medals as the U.S. got its first-ever team fencing gold in women's team foil at the Paris Olympics. The team of two-time individual gold medalist Kiefer, silver medalist Lauren Scruggs, Jacqueline Dubrovich and Maia Weintraub held on for a 45-39 win over Italy in the gold-medal bout.
Marshall County Sheriff’s deputies ask for help finding stolen vehicle
CAMBRIDGE SHORES, Ky. (KBSI) – Marshall County sheriff’s deputies ask for any information involving the theft of a Jeep. A 2022 gray Jeep Compass was stolen from the Cambridge Shores area of Marshall County on August 2 around 1 p.m. The Jeep was later recovered from Hawkeye Road...
Henderson goes pink in support of Lucy
Henderson went all pink for Lucy Nash on Monday. Every school wore pink to support the Cairo Elementary student who collapsed at recess after her heart stopped beating on the first day of school last Wednesday. Scores of pictures of student groups wearing pink, or showing a pinkie painted pink—another...
Former Kentucky star Oscar Tshiebwe finds new NBA home
The Utah Jazz and former Kentucky Wildcats basketball star Oscar Tshiebwe have agreed to terms on a two-way contract, the team announced on Monday. In a corresponding move, the Jazz have waived guard Taevion Kinsey. The terms of Tshiebwe's deal remain unclear because of Utah's policy not to reveal the details, per the official statement.
Gainesville Man Arrested in Glasgow’s Gorin Park on Multiple Charges Involving a Minor
A Gainesville, Tennessee man was arrested early on the morning of August 13 in Gorin Park, Glasgow, after police discovered him in possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and a loaded handgun. The arrest also involved charges related to an unlawful transaction with a minor. According to a media release from...
Middletown Family Fun Fest & Lou Lou Middletown
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Organizer Tisha Gainey and Lou Lou Middletown’s General Manager Miles South and Chef Chris Pfeiffer, join Dawne Gee to preview the event and the restaurant’s new location opening in October. Middletown Family Fun Fest. Friday September 6th: 5PM - 9PM. Food & Vendors |...
Community rallies to raise $100k for 11-year-old who lost leg following ATV accident
The Whitesville and Knottsville communities came together in a big way over the weekend, raising more than $100,000 for the family of Braxton Rhodes, an 11-year-old boy who lost his leg following a recent ATV accident. Michael “Doodle” Morris and his friend, Adam Howard, developed a plan and leaned on several volunteers to bring the fundraiser to life at Morris’ home, attracting more than 1,000 attendees.
Eastern Kentuckians discuss how to improve foster care system in town hall meeting
The Citizens Foster Care Review Board is in the midst of a series of town halls that look to improve the Commonwealth’s foster care system. A meeting for those living in eastern Kentucky focused on how families can better contribute to their local child welfare system. Topics included how to better understand the court system, and expanding access to services in more rural areas.
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