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Expunge the overreaction: Concern about Kentucky’s process for purging voters is reasonable.
Kentuckians should be proud that Secretary of State Michael Adam received a Profile in Courage Award from the John F. Kennedy Foundation for “protecting access to the ballot and ensuring that our nation remains a beacon of democracy.” In a time of rampant election denialism and threats against election workers, this state in 2021 expanded […] The post Expunge the overreaction: Concern about Kentucky’s process for purging voters is reasonable. appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Sheriff: Man found with drug paraphernalia, gave officers false information
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - A Somerset man is facing charges after reportedly giving police a false name and social security number. Officials said the information actually belonged to someone from Louisville. Pulaski County Sheriff’s deputies were called to the scene of a Breezy Hills address at approximately 8:52 p.m....
Rape trial of former Kentucky cabinet secretary opens in Lexington with disputed statements
Prosecutors and defense attorneys shared two different accounts of a sexual encounter between former Kentucky lawmaker John Tilley and a 21-year old woman during the first day of a potentially weeklong jury trial in Lexington. Tilley, who led the Justice and Public Safety cabinet under former Gov. Matt Bevin after serving as a Democratic state representative from Hopkinsville, faces a charge of first-degree rape in connection with the April 2022 incident. He pleaded not guilty to the...
Perryville’s Turtle Derby leads host of events this Saturday
Perryville’s annual Snappin’ Chaplin Turtle Derby is happening in downtown Perryville on Saturday, July 27. The festivities start at 11:00 a.m. with a host of activities throughout the day. The turtle derby starts at 7:00 p.m. The Snappin’ Chaplin Turtle Derby has been an annual fundraising event since 2017. People can ‘adopt’ a turtle for […] The post Perryville’s Turtle Derby leads host of events this Saturday appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Edmonton Elks’ Heartwarming Monday Morning Magic Tradition Continues
The Edmonton Elks continued their beloved tradition of Monday Morning Magic at K-Days, providing special needs children aged three to 12 with exclusive access to the park to enjoy the festival in a barrier-free environment. The event allows the kids to interact with community heroes like Spider-Man, R.C.M.P members, and athletes from various Edmonton sports teams, bringing them immense joy. Elks players relish this break from the football season to connect with their supporters and bask in the children's happiness.
Frankfort 12U Team Vies For State Championship Title Tonight, July 22
The Frankfort Youth Baseball League 12U team has progressed to the championship game in Monticello that kicks off tonight, July 22 at 5:30 p.m. as the team views for the State Champion title after battling through a tough bracket on their way to the finals. The league battled hard on...
‘Little dog’ dies after attack at Lexington park
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A woman is speaking out after she says her dog died after an attack at the Jacobson Dog Park Friday. Now, Debbie Blair and Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control are trying to find the owner of the dog who attacked hers. “Seeing your dog attacked like...
Corbin man facing kidnapping, other charges
KNOX COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - Officers with the Knox County Sheriff’s Office said they responded to reports of a woman that was assaulted and dragged into a garage at a home on Sunday at approximately 11:50 p.m. When deputies arrived, Craig Stone, 35, of Corbin was reportedly standing outside...
KKK fliers found in Lexington, Frankfort neighborhoods
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Police are investigating after people in some Lexington and Frankfort neighborhoods say they found fliers supporting the Ku Klux Klan in their driveways. WKYT’s Lucy Bryson talked with concerned neighbors and police about the situation. Watch above. Captain Scott Tracy with the Frankfort Police Department...
Former voice of ‘Freddy Farm Bureau’ found shot to death
WEST POINT, Ky. (WAVE) - A community has been left in tears after a member of the West Point Methodists Church congregation was lost to gun violence. Louisville Metro police haven’t confirmed the details of Gordon Ritchie’s death, but social media posts and members of his church say the 78-year-old was shot dead in his home Sunday night.
Neil MacDonald — A Legacy Continues As A Leader Passes
Neil MacDonald—Founder and CEO of Independent Container and Independent II—accomplished his vision of building and selling his company successfully to Hood Container earlier this month. He entered the boxmaking world in 1969. On July 16th, 2024—MacDonald fought his way out of life—passing in peace with family at his...
Hillvue Heights baptizes more than 700 people in 2024, so far
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (KT) — At Hillvue Heights Church, sharing the gospel “is a way of life,” says Lead Pastor Steve Ayers. That has resulted in the church baptizing 703 people this year — the highest yearly total in the church’s history. “There’s no magic...
Bourbon & Beyond announces culinary lineup for September festival in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Celebrity chefs are cooking up something new for this year's Bourbon & Beyond. Organizers released the culinary and bourbon lineup for this year's festival on Monday. It will be led by Louisville Chef Edward Lee, along with Amanda Freitag, Chris Santos and bourbon expert Chris Blandford.
Man sentenced to 10 years in prison for Owensboro triple homicide
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A man charged with first degree manslaughter after three people were shot and killed in Owensboro in 2019 has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. Cylar Shemwell was charged in connection to the shooting deaths of Robert Smith Jr., Jay Michael Sowders and Christopher Carie. Authorities say Shemwell and Arnett […]
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