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Public comment at Lexington city council now means speaking-only
Lexington’s Urban Council recently approved new rules for citizens engaging in public comment during council meetings. The new language comes as council continues to be confronted by calls to issue a formal endorsement of a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Anyone signed up during public comment can speak directly...
Owensboro business icon David Hocker passed away
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — Owensboro business icon David Hocker has passed away. The 83-year-old passed away on Tuesday. Hocker is credited for many business developments across multiple states, including Owensboro, since 1959. Two major shopping centers, including Wesleyan Park Plaza along Fredrica Street and the former Towne Square Mall,...
Dancing with Our Stars reveals contestants, opens voting
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Local favorite event Dancing with Our Stars returns to the Alhambra Theatre in September, and voting and donations are now open to the public. This is the fifth annual competition, and it will feature eight pairs of community members including Cat Lacy and...
Sunday Seminar at Mahr Park (July)
Join Mahr Park on Sunday, July 28th at Event Barn A for the buzz on bees!. 2:00 pm – 4:00 pmCost:FreeEvent Categories:Agritourism, Educational SeminarsWebsite:https://www.facebook.com/events/257911153951870/. VENUE. Mahr Park Arboretum55 Mahr Park Dr. Madisonville, KY United States + Google MapPhone(270) 584-9017.
UofL dental faculty’s experience fuels passion to help those with special needs
It must have been fate. At 3 years old, Tiffany McPheeters carried dental floss in her back pocket. Now an assistant professor at University of Louisville School of Dentistry, she reflects on these early memories. “Carrying the floss had nothing to do with me wanting to do dentistry,” she said....
Paintsville pool remaining closed fifth consecutive summer
PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (WSAZ) - The public pool in Paintsville hasn’t opened since 2019. Mayor Bill Runyon says the pandemic set them back. The pool also failed an inspection in 2021. The mayor says they’ve devoted $1.45 million for reconstruction of the olympic pool at the facility and construction of...
Newport on the Levee to celebrate Independence Day with 'Newport Blast' celebration
The city of Newport, meetNKY, Newport on the Levee, and BB Riverboats are coming together to celebrate Independence Day this year with a "Newport Blast" event Wednesday, July 3, on the Levee. The carnival-inspired Fourth of July event will feature live music, food, kids' activities, and a hot dog-eating contest...
NBA jersey numbers revealed for newest Kentucky draftees
The last Kentucky players of the John Calipari era are off to the NBA and about to make their mark in the league. On Tuesday, the full reveal of their jersey numbers were finalized. Reed Sheppard, who was drafted 3rd overall to the Houston Rockets, will be wearing No. 15,...
Kanyon Looking for ‘Grand’ Season for Maroons in 2024
When you look at the numbers Kanyon Johnson put up during the 2023 football season, you can understand why the Madisonville-North Hopkins quarterback will be the focus of both opponents and college scouts during the 2024 season. It is one thing for a quarterback to lead his team by passing...
Owensboro man arrested after breaking into his mom’s home, deputies say
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A 39-year-old man from Owensboro is spending the night in the Daviess County Jail after police say he broke into his mother’s home Monday morning. Around 12:30 a.m., Daviess County Sheriff deputies responded to a 911 call in the 6800 block of Leslie Lane. The...
Louisville’s Bahamas exhibition schedule revealed
Pat Kelsey’s first run as the Louisville men’s basketball head coach will begin with a pair of exhibition games in the Bahamas as part of the “Baha Mar Hoops Summer League.”. Here’s the schedule:. Tuesday, July 30. Louisville vs. Bahamas, 7 p.m. ET. Thursday, Aug. 1.
Red, White and Oooh! Provides Hopkinsville With Free Fireworks Show
If rain and storms hold off Thursday night, Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation will play host to their annual fireworks show. Marketing and Events Coordinator Rachel Sanders said there will be plenty to do at Ruff Park, off North Drive, starting at 7:00. WHVO and WKDZ sponsor the event, and as...
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage passing through Nelson County
As part of a National Eucharistic Revival, dozens and possibly many more Catholics will pass through Nelson County and the rest of Kentucky’s Holy Land this week and next week, culminating in mid-July in Indianapolis for the U.S. Conference of Bishops. The Archdiocese of Louisville plays a big role...
Bremen man killed in crash on KY 70 in Muhlenberg County
MUHLENBERG CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Police say they are investigating a deadly crash that happened Tuesday afternoon in Muhlenberg County. Shortly before 3 p.m., Kentucky State Police troopers were called to KY 70 west near Central City for that accident. Investigators believe a Chevrolet Cobalt was heading eastbound on KY...
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