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I-69 reopens in Hopkins County after wreck
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says the wreck on I-69 northbound near Slaughters is clear and the northbound lanes of the interstate are now back open. ORIGINAL STORY: According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, northbound I-69 is shut down at Exit 125. This is the exit directly to the east of Slaughters […]
Hopkins County Central opens at Caldwell County: How we See It! @HopkinsCentral @minguabeefjerky @840WHAS @PrepRedzone @KyHighFootball
Pivotal matchup key for the success of the ’24 season. These two teams met in Morton’s Gap a season ago and it was one heck of a game. Central won that game 20-14 and Caldwell struggled from there, finishing an uncharacteristically poor 1-9. The two square off again for the ’24 opener and the game will be in Princeton, KY where the Tigers figure to be much tougher. You know the old Indian Proverb about Tigers, riding one isn’t close to as scary as the dismount. Who is going to win the matchup this season? Here is our take.
KSP to close part of I-69 NB near Slaughters Thursday
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) reports the Kentucky State Police plan to close both northbound lanes of Interstate 69 at Slaughters on Thursday morning to complete a crash reconstruction KSP was unable to conclude due to weather. Officials say heavy rainfall in the early morning hours prevented the KSP from completing […]
KYTC’s high water report for July 17, 2024
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) released its high water report for July 17. Officials say this is the report as of 2:30 p.m. The status of the following roads are: Daviess County Hopkins County Webster County The KYTC notes high water has now receded from I-69, U.S. 41, KY 138, KY […]
Police: Hopkins County woman found passed out in car with drugs and child in car
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WEVV) — A Hopkins County woman faces drug possession and child endangerment charges after being discovered passed out in a car over the weekend, according to police. Madisonville Police said on July 13th, officers went to Clayborn Park along Hopewell Street for a check welfare call. When...
Hopkins County Humane Society’s Pet of the Week Monday, July 15
Dustard is a charming 3-month-old Brittany Spaniel Pitbull Terrier Mix puppy who is eagerly searching for his forever home. Full of playful energy, Dustard loves to engage in fun activities and has already mastered the command to sit. His friendly nature makes him a perfect companion for households with cats, dogs, and children. Dustard is ready to bring joy and affection to his new family, making him the ideal addition to any loving home.
Hopkins County Mother Charged With Child Endangerment
Madisonville Police have charged a woman with endangering a child after she was found passed out behind the wheel of a car with her small child in the back seat. 29-year-old Michaela Wells’ small child had a red face from the 98-degree heat. Wells told officers she had been...
Grand Jury issues indictments for endangerment, abuse related crimes
A Christian County Grand Jury issued indictments for wanton endangerment and sexual abuse related crimes on Friday. Christopher Smith, age 37 of Illinois, was indicted on multiple charges including wanton endangerment after he reportedly led law enforcement on a vehicle pursuit that began on East Ninth Street and ended in Hopkins County in May.
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