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Kentucky felon sentenced to 8 years in prison for child exploitation material
FRANKFORT, KY — On June 20, 41-year-old Jason Pitcock of Fountain Run was sentenced to eight years in prison for the possession and viewing of child exploitation material. The Department of Criminal Investigations' Special Victims Unit in the Office of the Attorney General investigated the case and Monroe County Commonwealth’s Attorney Jesse Stockton prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth.
Young Kentuckians desperately need more from their elected officials
The annual national KIDS COUNT Data Book includes more data into which to dive than column inches allow. But an overview of the report reminds us that Kentucky is not the best place in America to be young. Or the second-best place. Or the tenth or the 20th or even 30th. Instead, the 2024 report […] The post Young Kentuckians desperately need more from their elected officials appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Kentucky utilities to further study nuclear power possibilities
(The Center Square) – Two Kentucky energy providers say they plan to use federal funding to continue studying whether there are sites in the state that could be suitable for nuclear power generation. In a news release, PPL Corp., which owns Louisville Gas and Electric and Kentucky Utilities, said its subsidiaries will work with representatives from the U.S. Department of Energy and X-Energy, a nuclear design engineering firm, in the assessment. ...
IN, KY rank among the most smoking-addicted states
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A new study has revealed the US states most addicted to smoking, based on the percentage of residents attempting to quit. Both Indiana and Kentucky rank in the top ten for smoking addiction, with a low percentage of current smokers trying to quit. Methodology Researchers explain the study, which was conducted […]
Ohio County, KY Softball Teams Headed to State Tournament for First Time in a Decade
Sure there were fireworks on the 4th of July! Folks in Ohio County had even more reason to celebrate on Independence Day. For the first time in a decade, two of their local softball teams qualified for and headed off to the State Tournament!. Here's some video from the caravan...
BOZICH & CRAWFORD | Betting college football season win totals for U of L, UK, IU, WKU, more
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Legalized sports betting landed in Kentucky last season but the college football season had already started. The last eight words of that sentence are critical. The delay in opening the sports books made it impossible for in-state patrons to indulge in one of the most enjoyable wagers on the football board:
Rich Pond Engineering wins big at National Beta Convention
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A group of local students represented Warren County and South Central Kentucky on a national stage. The Engineering Team from Rich Pond Elementary placed 4th in the National Beta Convention’s competition in Savannah, Georgia back in June. A team of 5 sixth graders competed...
Morgan Records Four-Hit Game in Hot Rods 3-2 Victory
Bowling Green, Kentucky – Tre’ Morgan recorded his third four-hit game at the High-A level, as the Bowling Green Hot Rods (9-4, 45-34) defeated the Rome Emperors (5-9, 41-37) 3-2 on Friday at Bowling Green Ballpark. The Hot Rods scored in the bottom of the second facing Emperors...
Bowling Green man hits big Kentucky Lottery jackpot
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A $1 wager has paid off big for a Bowling Green man. The man, who wishes to remain anonymous, won the rolling jackpot of the Bankroll Jackpot Instant Play game online on June 10. The man won $120,351.75. According to the Kentucky Lottery, the man...
New Chamber Member Spotlight: JB’s Haunted Mansion and Snack Shack
It may be summer, but you can always find the spine tingling feels of fall at JB’s haunted Mansion and Snack Shack in Cave City. Owners James and Tonya Cline describe their haunted house as a kid-friendly attraction, full of dark vibes and jump scares. “We have lots of...
Local bands to compete for a chance at opening for The Marshall Tucker Band
BURKESVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) - Bands across the state are gearing up for a big opportunity to open up for The Marshall Tucker Band. The annual River Festivus in Burkesville will feature a Battle of the Bands, where multiple musical acts will perform on day one of the festival. The grand prize will be $2,000 and the opening spot for The Marshall Tucker Band the following night.
Indiana's top football prospect, Warren Central DE Damien Shanklin, commits to LSU
The state’s top high school football prospect is headed to bayou country for college. Warren Central defensive end Damien Shanklin, ranked as the No. 48 prospect in the country by 247sports and the No. 5 defensive end, announced his commitment to LSU on Friday on his Instagram page. The 6-5, 245-pound picked LSU...
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