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Archbishop who was excommunicated once invited Kentucky's Kim Davis to meet the Pope
Carlo Maria Viganò, an Italian archbishop and former papal ambassador to the United States who became a major critic of Pope Francis, has been excommunicated from the Roman Catholic Church for schism, and he has ties to the Bluegrass State. Viganò once organized a controversial meeting between Pope Francis...
Owensboro man arrested after police chase in stolen flatbed wrecker
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — An Owensboro man faces multiple charges related to a police chase in a stolen flatbed wrecker. The Daviess County Sheriff's Office says 30-year-old Wesley M. Wright faces 19 different charges for leading deputies and Kentucky State Police troopers on a pursuit Saturday afternoon. According to...
Teenagers charged with fireworks burglary in Owensboro
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Two juveniles were charged with burglarizing a fireworks stand along Highway 54 on July 4. According to a police affidavit, the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office Night Shift Unit patrol spotted the two juveniles running across the highway in the 1800 block of the US 60 carrying items and wearing ski masks. […]
Grant County Farmers' Market starts Third Thursday Events
The Grant County Farmers Market is always a good place to score the best summer has to offer in the way of local produce; it's a great way to support local farmers and artisans. Operating under the motto, "If we don't produce it, we don't sell it," the Farmers' Market...
Bowling Green man hits big Kentucky Lottery jackpot
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A $1 wager has paid off big for a Bowling Green man. The man, who wishes to remain anonymous, won the rolling jackpot of the Bankroll Jackpot Instant Play game online on June 10. The man won $120,351.75. According to the Kentucky Lottery, the man...
Hopkinsville stays safe over holiday, city ordinance allows 1 more night of fireworks
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – With Hopkinsville skies filled with fireworks all night, the community also managed to stay safe during Fourth of July celebrations. “Every year we plan for and anticipate fire and medical responses but we’re thankful we had zero this year on the July 4th...
Cadiz Field Of Flags Retirement Planned Saturday, July 6th
American Legion Post 74 will formally retire more than 100 flags that are flying in the Field of Flags on Saturday, July 6th, at the corner of Main Street and 68-80 in Cadiz. Curt Holmes with American Legion Post 74 says they were pleased that more than 100 flags were purchased this year to honor and remember veterans and active duty military members.
July 13: Louisville Turtle Trot Walk-Run
The Louisville Turtle Trot Walk-Run will be Saturday, July 13 at Whalen Park. The event starts at 9 a.m. and will help support the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department and costs $32.80 for anyone over the age of 12. Youths ages 1-11 can sign up for $7.80. Runners can sign up by visiting this link at […]
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