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Kentucky Comedy Festival organizer Ben Wilson introduces the hosts, Miss Kentucky Teen USA Karlie Holmen, left, and 2023 Miss Kentucky Mallory Hudson, right. Holmen is currently a Marshall County High School student and Hudson, a Bowling Green native, is a University of Kentucky graduate who plans to take online communications classes at Murray State University this fall. HAWKINS TEAGUE / Ledger & Times.
Surface coal mining worsened deadly Eastern Kentucky floods in July 2022, study shows
Over a week in July 2022, more than a foot of rainfall came down on Eastern Kentucky bringing a deluge of flood waters that displaced thousands of people and killed more than 40. A recent study published by Kentucky’s former top geologist suggests environmental damage from surface coal mining worsened the deadly disaster, perhaps significantly. […] The post Surface coal mining worsened deadly Eastern Kentucky floods in July 2022, study shows appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Kentucky’s governor is a rising political star who learned from another governor, his father
The sweepstakes to replace President Joe Biden is unfolding at breakneck speed, with Vice President Kamala Harris considering VP contenders. Whatever the future holds for Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, he owes much to his father, former Gov. Steve Beshear.
Lexington man reflects on attending college with Kamala Harris
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A Lexington man who was once classmates with Vice President Kamala Harris at Howard University in the early 1980s is looking back. On June 2, 1984, Jim and Cathy Coleman were married. The reception held on Howard University’s campus in Washington, D.C., had an unexpected guest: a young, twenty-something Kamala Harris showed up to support the newlyweds.
Rose Gynecology opens location in Erlanger
Dr. Madeleine Rose kicked off her medical career in Northern Kentucky by helping deliver babies at St. Luke Hospital. Years later, she’s delivering on her promise to give back to the women of Northern Kentucky through her namesake practice, Rose Gynecology. Rose Gynecology unveiled its newest location at 437...
Henderson appoints a new deputy city clerk
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The city of Henderson has appointed a new deputy city clerk. Officials say Henderson native Jessa Brandon has been appointed by the city of Henderson for this role. Brandon is a graduate of Henderson County High School and Murray State University where she earned a degree in business administration. She most […]
City of Island discuss ballpark damages from May tornado
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The City of Island held a special meeting Monday night to discuss the damages done to the Island Ballpark from the May 26 tornado. This special meeting was called by Mayor Joseph Hamilton and he gave the public the chance to comment on the current status of the ballpark. According to […]
Cook Out submits plans to open first location in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- After a long campaign to get it here, Cook Out is finally coming to Louisville. Permits filed with the city on Tuesday show the late night burger joint is set to be built on Preston Highway, just south of Eastern Parkway in the Saint Joseph neighborhood.
Online resource for JCPS parents raises new concerns ahead of the first day of school
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A new online resource is intended to help keep JCPS parents informed about buses for their children, but some parents are not liking what they see. It’s called Bus Teller. Parents are invited to log in, and they will find information about bus stops, pick up times and the school their children are going to.
Downed wires reported on Circle Drive in Florence
FLORENCE, Ky. — Downed wires have been reported on Circle Drive in Florence. Boone County emergency crews are responding to the scene, in a residential area. No injuries or damages have been reported at this time. Click the video player above to watch other headlines from WLWT News 5.
Collin Chandler embracing surprise route to Kentucky
LEXINGTON - When Collin Chandler left his hometown of Farmington, Utah in July of 2022 for a nearly two-year mission trip, playing basketball at Kentucky was not all in his plans. Chandler, a four-star combo guard, left for his mission and committed to head coach Mark Pope and the BYU...
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