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Kentucky AG leads suit challenging Biden rule on MPG standards
(The Center Square) – Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman wants to block a new Biden Administration rule that would require automakers to drastically increase the fuel efficiency in their passenger vehicles and light trucks. It’s a move Coleman claims is meant to encourage the sale of electric vehicles and force consumers to pay more for their next car. Coleman, along with West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and their counterparts...
PGT Trucking adds new facilities in KY, SC
According to PGT, the Ghent location boasts five acres, including ample truck parking and a brand-new building with an operations center, driver lounge and shower amenities. The company said the facility is also near several prominent steel and building product customers, who can expect to see an increase in PGT’s operational capability in the region. PGT Ghent is operated by PKM Transportation Services, LLC.
Five People Sentenced in “Grandparent Scam”
A New Mexico man was sentenced last week to 1 year and 6 months in federal prison for his role in a sweeping “grandparent scam” that targeted victims in Kentucky and across the United States through Canadian-based call centers. U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett of the Western District...
Recovery CEO gives big to support Democrat Beshear and a host of Republicans
FRANKFORT — In his State of the Commonwealth speech in January, Gov. Andy Beshear took a moment to address the scourge of addiction in Kentucky, singling out for praise the state’s largest provider of treatment services. Addiction Recovery Care, or ARC, the Eastern Kentucky-based company — with about 75% of the state’s treatment beds — […] The post Recovery CEO gives big to support Democrat Beshear and a host of Republicans appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Local Pharmacist Appointed to State Cannabis Board
Booneville has a say in the future of medical marijuana in the Commonwealth. The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy appointed local pharmacist and owner of Booneville Discount Drug, Matt Carrico, to a four-year term on the Medical Cannabis Board of Physicians and Advisors. The appointment will be confirmed by the state...
Five Injured In Oak Grove Race Track Incident
Several ambulances were called to the Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel for an incident on the horse racing track Tuesday afternoon. Hopkinsville emergency personnel say four ambulances were called to transport five people that were injured after collision on the horse racing track involving some of the riders. All...
Tennessee dental practice reopens after tornado damages office
Springfield, Tenn.-based Gentle Dental has reopened in a new office after a tornado damaged its previous office in December, Smokey Barns News reported July 2. The practice selected a new location for its office but gutted and rebuilt the facility to provide a more modern space for its general dentistry services.
Former Christian County baseball player Bobby Irving named to Summer Collegiate Baseball All-Star Team
June 30, 2024. Bobby Irving of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, has been named to the 2024 Power Summer Collegiate League (PSCL) All-Star Team. Irving, a 2024 graduate of Christian County High School was the Colonels’ varsity catcher all four years and has committed to Shawnee Community College in Southern Illinois for the 2024-25 school year. The sole player representing Kentucky, Irving has a caught stealing percentage (CS%) of 70%, and is currently batting .294 for the Palm Springs Bombers.
Logan County Sheriff’s Office investigating serious injury accident
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – The Logan County County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an injury accident. The sheriff’s office responded to a call at approximately 1 am on Monday about an accident with injuries. The accident occurred on U.S. Highway 68-80 East near Pool Road. According to a release,...
District 68 candidates draw more key endorsements
With the August election about a month away, another state House candidate in District 68 has received key local endorsements from the Montgomery County Mayor, a county commissioner and Circuit Court Clerk. District 68 candidate Joe Smith, who is currently serving as District 3 county commissioner, recently announced Montgomery County...
DUI: Soldier Collin Hartman causes two deputies to crash while recklessly driving
22-year-old Collin James Hartman of the US Army 74th CTC/129 was observed driving his dark gray Ford Fiesta in the wrong travel lane and trying to overtake another vehicle, causing two patrolling deputies to collide while avoiding hitting his Fiesta head-on near Southside Road at 7:55 p.m. on June 15th. Then, Hartman continued traveling toward Highway 48, so deputies searched the area until they located him on Riverside Drive, where they conducted a traffic stop. He told them he was coming from Avondale Apartments off Ashland City Road. As they further investigated, the passenger corroborated the deputy’s account of what happened, and they could identify Hartman as the person in question. When officers ran his information through NCIC, they discovered his Florida License was suspended for failing to comply with a traffic summons in Tennessee. Hartman was then taken into custody for failure to maintain lane, driving on a suspended license, and reckless driving.
Springfield AUTO Is Hiring: General Mechanics & Technicians
SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Springfield AUTO has opened up positions across the board for experienced General Technicians, Diagnostic Techs, and Lube Techs. Do you have weekends OFF? Holidays off from day one? Paid Vacation? Salary, not flat rate? If you said no to any of those call us today! We are a fun hard-working, friendly team looking to grow.
Country Star Kelsey Hart Announces Hometown Show in Central City, KY
The end of June marked an epic occasion for Kelsey Hart of Muhlenberg County, Kentucky. On Friday, June 28th, the Central City native and rising country music star made his long-awaited debut at The Grand Ole Opry. There were hundreds of people from western Kentucky in Nashville to watch Kelsey...
UPDATE: Logan County teen found safe
LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. (WBKO) - The Logan County Sheriff’s Office says a missing teen has been found safe. Authorities were searching for 17-year-old Fadhili Mbeleelo, also known as David. Authorities previously said he was last seen in the Auburn area wearing ripped jeans, a Warren Central jacket, possibly packing...
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