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Warm Blessings sees strain as monthly meals served breaks 114K
Warm Blessings Executive Director Dawn Cash says the community kitchen has seen demand constantly increasing in recent years. “Back in 2020, during the pandemic, and we never closed during the pandemic, we were open, we served approximately 26,000 meals, and it has continued to steadily rise to the point that by the end of July we are at 114,000 meals,” Cash said.
Sisters create local candle business to promote safety
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) - Two sisters in Owensboro have started a thriving new business called 'Duck and Bean' to promote a safer alternative of burning a candle in your home. A little over two years ago, Andi Hall was diagnosed with breast cancer. After hearing her diagnosis, she looked into what could have been the cause and as a result she found the many dangers chemicals in candles can have on the human body.
Hallmark Channel to film Christmas short in Norton Commons next week
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — You've heard of Christmas in July, but now it's Christmas in August at Norton Commons. The Hallmark Channel will be in Norton Commons beginning Tuesday, Aug. 20 through Thursday, Aug. 22 filming a Christmas short. The filming will be by the South Village Lawn around the fountain on Meeting Street.
Hornets host Harlan County for first scrimmage
SALYERSVILLE — Magoffin County hosted Class 5A, District 8 member Harlan County for its first scrimmage in the 2024 high school football preseason on Saturday, Aug. 10. Both Magoffin County and Harlan County opened preseason practice in July, following the conclusion of the KHSAA Dead Period. The Hornets and Black Bears aren’t scheduled to meet in the 2024 high school football regular season.
Former NPR CEO, Bellarmine trustee John Lansing dies
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The former CEO of NPR, a Bellarmine graduate and former trustee has died. John Lansing was 67 years old. His cause of death hasn't been released. Lansing got his start as a studio technician and camera operator at a TV station in Paducah, Kentucky. He eventually became president of Scripps Network, which owns Food Network and HGTV.
Kentucky Launches Its First Emergency Psychiatric Unit in Lexington, Aiming to Revolutionize Mental Health Care
Kentucky’s First Emergency Psychiatric Unit Opens in Lexington. In the heart of Lexington, an exciting new chapter in mental health care has begun. On July 30, 2024, the Emerald Health Care Facility celebrated the grand opening of Kentucky’s first-ever Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing (EmPATH) Unit. State officials, community leaders, and UK HealthCare staff came together to mark this significant milestone. The EmPATH model promises to change the game for individuals facing mental health crises.
'Praise God I was there': Jersey Mike's Subs employee saves customer's life
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Drew McConnell was working as usual on Thursday at Jersey Mike's Subs when a customer was in need of emergency assistance. "There was a lady that came over to the counter asking for help, I looked up and saw someone was choking," McConnell said. McConnell immediately...
Perry eager to get back to work at Kentucky
EDDYVILLE, KY -- Over the last several weeks Travis Perry has been able to enjoy time back at home with his family and friends, even being able to receive his state championship ring with his Lyon County Lyons teammates. However, the Kentucky freshman guard is eager to get back to...
The full Kentucky Basketball schedule is coming next week
Next week, we will know the full SEC basketball schedule, per Jon Rothstein. That means we’ll also have the full 2024-25 Kentucky Basketball schedule. The schedule is the full release in its entirety, including dates and presumably times. Back in May, it was announced who the opponents that the Kentucky Wildcats would play would be: Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Florida, LSU, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas A&M, and Vanderbilt at home.
Photo of west Louisville teen walking down the street while reading goes viral
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A photo of a teenager walking in west Louisville caught a lot of attention on social media. If you look closely, he's not holding a phone. He's holding a book. A Louisville man snapped the photo on his way home from work near 39th Street. He...
Stomach illness outbreak traced to Northern Kentucky public pool, 12 cases identified
ERLANGER, Ky. (WKRC) - A public pool in Northern Kentucky appears to be the source of an outbreak of cryptosporidium. That's a stomach illness that's caused by a parasite in infected feces. It causes cramps, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. So far, 12 cases have been identified, and 20 more people...
Brace Yourself, Illinois – Farmers Almanac Predicts Brutal Winter
What else would you expect really? It's not like Illinois isn't accustomed to winters with a lot of snow and cold conditions, but the new Farmer's Almanac prediction says the upcoming winter will be brutal for Illinois in particular. I will say that there's a part of me that feels...
‘Coaches Corner’ begins new season; Paul Tinkle celebrates 50 years as show’s host
The award-winning “Coaches Corner” program presented by Hamilton-Ryker began its new season Aug. 17. The 90-minute live sports talk show airs Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. on WCMT Talk and News You Can Use (92.7, 96.1, 99.7, 100.5 and 103.3 FM and 1410 AM) and Mix 101.3 FM. Paul...
McCracken County Sheriff’s Office searches for missing teen — Israel “Jude” Crum
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, KY — The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 17-year-old Israel “Jude” Crum. He is described as a black male, 6’2” in height and weighing approximately 180 lbs. The sheriff’s office says Crum was last seen wearing a white T-shirt with...
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