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Incoming Ford EV Battery Plant Spurs Police Hiring Plan
Though The Blue Oval has significantly dialed back its electrified ambitions as of late, that doesn’t mean the automaker isn’t also continuing to invest heavily in that area, either. In fact, one of several under-construction Ford EV battery plant sites – BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky – continues to take shape, and is on track to begin production in 2025, as originally expected. Now, with the expected population growth that comes along with this new plant, the surrounding area is working to hire more police officers as well.
EST Gee receives Louisville football jersey from Quincy Riley ahead of concert
When Louisville-based rapper EST Gee asked to have one of U of L cornerback Quincy Riley’s jerseys, Riley agreed under one condition. “I’ll let you have one of my jerseys if you let me come meet you,” Riley recalled telling the rapper. ...
Service of Remembrance for Miya Rudd in Owensboro
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A service is being held for Miya Rudd on Thursday in Owensboro. Officials say the service will be available to stream on the Glenn Funeral Home website. The visitation is set for 4 p.m. and the Service of Remembrance is set to begin at 6 p.m. Any questions about the service […]
School district administrators purchase driving simulators
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - Administrators with Perry County Schools have purchased two driving simulators for students at Perry County Central High School and Buckhorn School. The simulators were purchased through a grant approved by the Kentucky Department of Education. Administrators said they can help better prepare students for the roadways.
Devil’s Cask relocating headquarters to Somerset-Pulaski County
Devil’s Cask CEO Jeremy Grunewald introduced his company to the Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) board of directors at its monthly meeting on Thursday. Grunewald explained that the move to Kentucky, and specifically Somerset, marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey and reflects its commitment to growth, community engagement, and advancing the spirits industry through innovative solutions.
Brianna Smith steals $1,014 worth of gift cards while working at Walmart in 2023
23-year-old Brianna Smith was observed to be fraudulently activating gift cards at her Walmart job On December 5th, 2023. On that day, A Walmart loss prevention officer reported that Smith had fraudulently activated $1,014.82 worth of gift cards between November 22nd, 2023, and November 24th, 2023. Officers also received video evidence showing Smith activating the cards in the report and receipts for the entire transaction. A warrant was issued for Smith’s arrest due to her involvement in the fraudulent gift card scheme. She was later found and taken into custody for property theft on July 8th, 2024.
Commission selects candidates for Gateway board positions
After over a year of being short members, the Nominating Commission for Gateway Community and Technical College met on Tuesday to nominate candidates for open positions on Gateway’s Board of Directors. The candidates will now be sent to the governor’s office, which will make appointments to the open seats....
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