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Former WXIX anchor Lauren Minor joins Lexington station
Cincinnati native Lauren Minor revealed Friday how and why she abruptly left WXIX-TV last month after five years in a Facebook post. “On July 8th, I was informed by management that they no longer wanted to continue contract negotiations on a new deal. Additionally, I was informed that my services were no longer needed. I spent the rest of the summer enjoying time with my family at home,” says Minor, a Northern Kentucky University graduate.
JCPS high school given additional security Friday after threat posted on social media
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Jefferson County Public Schools officials say a high school will receive additional security Friday after a threat was found against the school. "We are aware of a social media post referencing a threat against our school," Seneca High School Principal Michael Guy said in a letter to parents.
Hazard ARH opens long-term acute care center
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - On Friday, officials with ARH hosted a ribbon cutting for their Advanced Care Center in Hazard. The center provides around the clock care for patients that need a longer time to recover. Advanced Care President and CEO Russ Barker said the center allows gives folks the...
Remembering history in Harlan Co.
HARLAN, Ky. (WYMT) - After more than 60 years since graduating the last class of the all-Black school Rosenwald High School, folks gathered for a day of recognition. The celebration was for both the former students of Rosenwald and the former community members of the Black community Georgetown. “We need...
GIANTMOUSE KNIVES and Castle & Key Distillery Unveil Exclusive Limited-Edition Collaboration
There is a special event Saturday, August 24th, 10:30am – 4pm ET at Castle & Key Distillery (Frankfort, KY) for the debut of this unique collaboration. More details in the following provided Press Release:. GiantMouse Knives (East Lansing, Michigan) is excited to announce an exclusive collaboration with Castle &...
KHSAA football is back! Manual rallies in second half against Central, avoids upset
Kaden Mack shook off the nerves of his first varsity start and helped the Manual High School football team avoid an upset in its season opener. Mack threw touchdown passes to Willis Nofsinger and Gerian Traynor in the second half to help the Crimsons rally for a 20-13 victory at Central on Friday. Our Jason Frakes was there, as he began his 19th season covering prep football for The Courier Journal. ...
Summer Salute gets underway in downtown Hopkinsville
Hoptown Summer Salute kicked off in downtown Hopkinsville on Friday with food and merchandise vendors. The annual festival got underway at around 11 a.m. and Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation Superintendent, Toby Hudson says the weather is perfect for the festival and they have had a great afternoon crowd. The Jimmy...
Kentucky Expo Center Breaks Ground on Renovation Project, Find Out What’s Coming
The Kentucky Exposition Center recently broke ground on a multi-million-dollar renovation project. The project, happening in two phases, is a more than $390 million investment to upgrade the facility. Total Building Enhancements. Phase one of the renovation at the Kentucky Exposition Center is projected to cost $180 million. This phase...
Lawsuit claims jail denies attorneys access to inmates
BOWLING GREEN — A lawsuit filed Friday in Warren Circuit Court claims that Warren County Regional Jail staff denied attorney Alan Simpson access to one of his clients. Simpson filed the suit against the jail and Warren County Jailer Stephen Harmon on behalf of Michael White, who has been incarcerated on pending criminal charges since July 15.
Eastern Kentucky hopes for an economic boost from ATV riders
PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (WCHS) — There are several miles of trails across eastern Kentucky that signal plans to the ATV industry in a post-coal economy. "I think it will help our restaurants, gas stations and there's much more capability for lodging in Louisa and Lawrence County if the trail system is up and running," Wes Kingsmore, Lawrence County Tourism Board chairman, said.
Lazy Days of Summer 0.5K raises funds for Paducah Child Watch and recognizes athletic underachievement
PADUCAH — The 2024 Summer Olympic Games wrapped up a few weeks ago, but one local organization may be giving the quadrennial event a run for its money. The Child Watch Lazy Days of Summer 0.5K pays homage to the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, referring to their fundraiser as the No-lympic Games and recognizing "athletic underachievement."
Louisville police say missing 15-year-old girl has been found
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Louisville Metro Police are looking for a missing teen. LMPD issued an endangered missing person report for 15-year-old Abbigail "Abby Thomas" Eddy, who was last seen Friday about 8 p.m. walking near Hurstbourne Lane and Shelbyville Road. She is described as a white female, 144...
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