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Starting 5: Louisville volleyball, Kentucky set to begin seasons at NCAA Final Four site
Louisville and Kentucky's women's volleyball teams will open their seasons Tuesday at the AVCA First Serve Showcase at the KFC Yum! Center, the site of this season's NCAA Division I Final Four. The ninth-ranked Wildcats are set to square off against second-ranked Nebraska at 7 p.m. The sixth-ranked Cardinals are scheduled to play third-ranked Wisconsin at 9 p.m. ...
Colonels Hold Final Scrimmage Before 2024 Season
The Eastern Kentucky University football team wrapped up its final scrimmage before the 2024 season during the annual Colonel Fan Day. Quarterback Matt Morrissey showcased strong performance, throwing two touchdown passes in just the opening plays. The defense also made a mark with linebacker Kaden Smith returning an interception for a touchdown, while running back Brady Hensley capped off the scoring. With this scrimmage completed, EKU turns its focus to the season opener against Mississippi State on August 31.
Mark Pope, Kentucky basketball complete community outreach by helping build houses
Mark Pope and the Kentucky basketball team give back to the community in Eastern Kentucky. The post Mark Pope, Kentucky basketball complete community outreach by helping build houses appeared first on On3.
PopCon brings stars to Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - PopCon is back in Louisville this weekend. The three-day convention covers all things pop culture and lets fans meet some of their favorite actors and voice actors from shows and video games alike. Stars of Star Trek, Luke Cage, Border Lands, The Walking Dead, Grand Theft...
Moth Man adopted after being rescued by LFACC ‘from life of severe neglect’
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — After surviving abandonment by his former owners, Moth Man the dog has been adopted into a new loving home. Moth Man had been abandoned in a move back in early August after what the Lexington Humane Society said was “a life of severe neglect.” Another dog abandoned in the house with Moth Man did not survive the abandonment, according to authorities.
Popular Owensboro Halloween Store Ready to Wreak ‘Havoc’ in New Location
In June, BOGO Fireworks, for the first time in its history here in Owensboro, was in a brick and mortar location. Prior to 2024, Joni Autry operated her successful fireworks business under a tent located in a variety of places on the south end of Frederica Street. For years, that tent was situated in the side parking lot of Office Depot behind Panera Bread Company. It later moved behind Towne Square Mall. Even later, Joni set up shop in front of Towne Square Mall. But, this year, she managed to move BOGO inside the former Stay Fit location at J.R. Miller Boulevard. Now, she's doing the same thing with her popular Halloween business- Halloween Havoc.
The Academy @ Shawnee shining a light on soccer in the West End
In its first season of existence, Shawnee High School soccer looks to make history. The Academy @ Shawnee made history this past Wednesday. For the first time ever, Shawnee played a high school boys soccer game. It’s been a long time coming for the school in the West End. A dream is now a reality not only for the school but for the West End as well.
Lady Rebels Finish Copper Division Runner-Up at Apollo Summer Slam
After having their struggles early on, the Todd County Central Lady Rebels made a run on Saturday and reached the championship match of the Copper Bracket of the 2024 Apollo Summer Slam. This year’s event was played at the Owensboro Convention Center. The Lady Rebels opened play Friday evening...
Be Our Guest | Celebrate Taco Tuesdays at Taco City
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- WDRB invites you to Be Our Guest at Taco City!. In the mood for some tacos? Taco City is the spot!. Their tacos are assembled with the freshest ingredients that are sure to bring bold and inspiring flavors into your life!. Start off your meal with...
Lady Storm Go 1-1-1 in Smoky Mountain Cup (w/PHOTOS)
The Hopkins County Central Lady Storm had what you might call an ‘even’ trip to the mountains this weekend. The Lady Storm were in Gatlinburg for the 2024 Smoky Mountain Cup and came away with a win, a loss, and a tie during their appearance in the Mount Kephart Division of the event.
LAWRENCE CO. OPENS ’24 FOOTBALL SEASON WITH VICTORY OVER VIKINGS
Louisa, Ky. — Luke Fetherolf tossed two touchdowns and Caven Williams ran for two in a 28-6 Lawrence Co. victory over Rowan Co. Friday at Luke Varney Jr. Memorial Stadium. The Dawgs came out to a roar from the home crowd. Lawrence Co. took the lead on a Caven...
Louisville police investigating 2 separate walk-in shootings
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Louisville Metro police are investigating after two people took themselves to the hospital from separate shootings Saturday night and Sunday morning. Police learned about the first shooting around 11:30 p.m. when a man who had been shot in the leg walked into UofL Hospital. The man is expected to survive his injuries. LMPD is still looking for the original location of the shooting.
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