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FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Slowly improving
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - An approaching cold front to the north and west will move closer to the Commonwealth today. That’ll keep the rain chances in the forecast before some drier air moves into the region. TODAY:. Look for the areas of fog to burn off by 8-830am. Otherwise,...
Large police presence at Harrodsburg Road Marathon gas station
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — FOX 56 has received reports of a large police presence on Wednesday afternoon in Jessamine County. A viewer who requested to remain anonymous told FOX 56 that they saw upwards of 10 Lexington police vehicles and multiple people placed in handcuffs. Lexington police told...
Man accused of robbing Mt. Sterling Captain D’s with ‘AR-style gun’
MOUNT STERLING, Ky. (FOX 56) — A Montgomery County man has been arrested following a reported robbery on Saturday at Captain D’s. Officers were dispatched around 9:33 p.m. on July 20 to Captain D’s regarding a reported armed robbery, per court documents. The manager told police that he was leaving for the night with the “bank money bag” when he noticed a man wearing a facemask armed with an “AR-style gun.”
Vesper Holdings Acquires 649-Bed Community Near University of Kentucky
Lexington, Ky. — Vesper Holdings has acquired The Lex, a 649-bed student housing community located near the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington. Built in 2008, the four-story property offers a mix of one-, two- and four-bedroom units with bed-to-bath parity. Shared amenities including a 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness center; resort-style swimming pool; yoga studio; study spaces; an outdoor hammock garden; and a newly renovated clubhouse and gaming lounge. Vesper partnered with an undisclosed institutional investor on the off-market acquisition, financing for which was placed by Gregg Wallace at AMA Financial. The new ownership plans to begin a capital improvement plan imminently that will include the addition of updated technology and upgrades to units and shared amenity spaces. The property will be managed by Campus Life & Style, Vesper’s in-house property management platform.
Pride Picnic at Beaver Creek Park: Celebrating unity and inclusion in Glasgow
In a show of unprecedented outreach and inclusivity the newly formed Pride Committee will be hosting it’s inaugural Pride Picnic Event on August 3rd at Beaver Creek Park. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. residents are encouraged to come and socialize, all the while showing support for the LGBTQ community. Steven Jones, chairman of the committee, spoke on what he hopes residents take away from the event.
Boys & Girls Club Of Hopkinsville-Christian County Celebrates At Great Futures Luncheon
Every year, the Planters Bank Great Futures Luncheon for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hopkinsville-Christian County grows in heart, vision and attendance — those involved looking to celebrate, those intrigued needing to learn more. Wednesday afternoon was no different, the halls crawling with eager students showing local leaders...
Gary Sinise performs with the Lt. Dan Band for patriotic salute to troops
Concert information Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band perform at 6 p.m. on Saturday at Fort Knox’s Brooks Parade Field. Gates open at 5 p.m. The event is free to the public. Those attending are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for festival-style seating. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Visitors from off post should enter through Chaffee Gate.
Davis receives invite to Louisville camp
INEZ — Martin County guard Peyton Davis has received an invite to the Midwest Academy MadeHoops Showcase in Louisville to take place on July 27 and 28. “It’s awesome to be selected for the MADE event. The best in the country will be there,” Davis said. “I want to show the country what Martin County brings to the table.”
Incoming Ford EV Battery Plant Spurs Police Hiring Plan
Though The Blue Oval has significantly dialed back its electrified ambitions as of late, that doesn’t mean the automaker isn’t also continuing to invest heavily in that area, either. In fact, one of several under-construction Ford EV battery plant sites – BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky – continues to take shape, and is on track to begin production in 2025, as originally expected. Now, with the expected population growth that comes along with this new plant, the surrounding area is working to hire more police officers as well.
Conlee Lindsey Wins Marshall County Invitational (w/PHOTOS)
Conlee Lindsey and the rest of Tuesday’s golfers at the Calvert City Country Club had to endure the elements, brutal pin placements, and differing paces of play during the Marshall County Invitational. However, the University Heights Academy senior shot a 5-over-par 77 to win the event, starting her season...
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