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Rose Gynecology opens location in Erlanger
Correction: Rose Gynecology did not receive a Commonwealth Area Professional District Grant from the City of Erlanger. Bob McNichol of Skylight Financial, the previous owner of the building at 437 Commonwealth Ave., did receive the grant. Dr. Madeleine Rose kicked off her medical career in Northern Kentucky by helping deliver...
Henderson appoints a new deputy city clerk
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The city of Henderson has appointed a new deputy city clerk. Officials say Henderson native Jessa Brandon has been appointed by the city of Henderson for this role. Brandon is a graduate of Henderson County High School and Murray State University where she earned a degree in business administration. She most […]
UK’s Jack ‘Goose’ Givens Brings It Home In Hopkinsville
Traveling the Commonwealth to continue promotions of his co-written autobiography “They Call Me Goose,” Kentucky men’s basketball legend Jack “Goose” Givens pulled the curtain back a bit for the Hopkinsville Rotary Club Tuesday afternoon — where he brought the past, present and future a little perspective.
Lexington man facing federal hate crime charges
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A Lexington man is facing federal hate crime charges. The U.S. Department of Justice says 53-year-old Melvin Litteral was arrested and charged with brandishing a firearm and interfering in a federally protected activity. The incident happened back in March at Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen on Walden Drive....
Henderson native Edwards gets Harvard fellowship to advance biomedical firm
Henderson native Aaron Edwards has been named by Harvard Business School as one of its five 2024-2025 Blavatnik Fellows, providing him with resources to advance the startup biomedical technology company he co-founded and hone his leadership talents over the coming 12 months. Edwards in May completed his MBA from Harvard...
Brandon Garrison committed to Kentucky basketball and Mark Pope without visit to Lexington
LEXINGTON — Brandon Garrison's commitment to Kentucky basketball in April was striking on multiple fronts. None more notable than the fact he gave his pledge despite never visiting Lexington. "I...
Armed woman robs Elizabethtown pizza restaurant, caught 15 minutes later
A woman was arrested only minutes after committing an armed robbery in Elizabethtown. Elizabethtown Police Department spokesman Chris Denham said that approximately 12:40 Tuesday afternoon, officers responded to the report of an armed robbery at Little Caesars Pizza at 1512 North Dixie Avenue. Denham said the suspect, 34-year-old Shelli Lynn...
London Police Department to host Travis Hurley Memorial Golf Scramble
LONDON, Ky. (WYMT) - The second annual Travis Hurley Memorial Golf Scramble organized by the London Police Department Fallen Officer Foundation is coming up. On August 16, players will put their best tee forward to support a good cause and remember an even better friend. Lieutenant Hurley was a 21...
19-year-old arrested in connection to shots fired incident in Owensboro
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - One person was taken into custody as a result of an investigation that begin earlier this month in Owensboro. On July 11, OPD officers were called to the area of W. 9th Street and Moreland Avenue for a report of shots fired. A thorough investigation of...
KSP honor Kentucky’s horse industry in ‘2024 Best Looking Cruiser Contest’
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Kentucky State Police have entered the American Association of State Troopers’ “2024 Best Looking Cruiser Contest.”. This year, KSP’s entry features a 2024 Ford Mustang GT cruiser in front of the Secretariat statue located in Lexington as a celebration of the Commonwealth’s historic horse industry.
What You Need to Know About Kentucky’s New Truancy Law
Last legislative session, the Kentucky Attendance Law was updated. In an effort to combat habitual unexcused absences, state leaders say they are wanting to make sure children are getting the education they need. Some friends of mine who work in a local school district were talking last year about how...
Listeria Alert: Produce Sold at Kentucky Aldi Locations Recalled
A recall for produce sold at Aldi store locations in Kentucky have been voluntarily recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The bacteria can cause serious health issues and can sometimes lead to death. Symptoms of Listeria Infection. Symptoms can include diarrhea and vomiting, as well as fever, muscle...
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