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Sneak peek of sit-down interview with Harlan’s Larry Kirksey
HARLAN COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - You may know the name Jerry Rice. Rice, the former San Francisco 49er, who still holds the all-time record for receiving yards, total touchdowns, and more. However, do you know the name of Larry Kirksey, who grew up as a Harlan Green Dragon in the...
Women's Equality Day event held in Louisville's Russell neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Women were celebrated Saturday at an event called Women's Equality is Human Equality. It was held at Central High School in the Russell neighborhood and celebrated around the nation commemorating the passage of the 19th amendment and women's right to vote. While the event was focused...
Norton Health urges importance of health on Black Men's Wellness Day
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- On Saturday, North Healthcare urged the importance of health especially for Black men. Black Men's Wellness Day aims to empower individuals with knowledge and tools necessary to take charge of their health. It was held at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center on West Muhammad...
Juvenile charged with possession of drugs, handgun in Morgantown
MORGANTOWN, Ky. – A juvenile is facing multiple charges, including drug offenses, in Morgantown. According to a release by Morgantown police chief Giles Taylor on Saturday, the Morgantown Police Department was informed of a missing juvenile that had been spotted near Oak Hill apartments. Police say there was a...
RunTheBluegrass has Run its Course
RunTheBluegrass has become a fixture in central Kentucky spring race schedule with its half marathon (13.1 miles) as well 10K (6.2 miles) and 5K (3.1 miles) in Lexington. Runners from across the country came every year to this event for its beauty and unique challenges. This year’s event had about...
Prayer vigil asks for community to support Louisville's youth amid gun violence
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A prayer vigil was held on Saturday to call for an end to violence around Louisville. For about an hour on Saturday, people gathered with the intention of remembering those lost to gun violence while also thinking of solutions on how to stop it. Some people said it starts with taking care of and supporting the city's youth.
Central Kentucky high school football highlights, scores: Aug. 23
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) – High school football is back in the Commonwealth, and the FOX 56 Sports team has you covered with highlights all across central Kentucky!. Tune in to Home Team Friday Night every week on FOX 56 News at 10 p.m. to see your favorite teams in action.
Time to take the stage as a new semester begins
Morehead State University's Mountain Music Ambassadors traveled down to Clay City, Ky. to play their first show of the fall semester at Crowefest, on Friday, August 23, 2024. The weekend-long festival honors the legacy of the famous bluegrass banjoist, J.D. Crowe. Sophomore Robert Myers and Junior Jachin Irwin are the...
HEAT SAFETY: A Reminder As The Heat Wave Rolls On
Temperatures have peaked at or above 90 degrees in Louisville a total of 40 times this year: once in May, 12 times in June, 15 times in July, and 12 times so far in August. And we expect to do it every day until the end of the month. As of right now, we are just a few days above the norm for 90 degree days over the 4 month period; however, this next heat wave will take us well-above normal. With all that said, here are some reminders of how to be safe in this upcoming week's brutal heat.
KSR Today: Football season is officially BACK
Good morning, folks! We no longer have to play the “How many days until college football is back?” game. Today, we’re all winners. Week 0 has arrived. The 2024 season officially begins later today, but with a twist — Dublin, Ireland is our host site for the season-opener between No. 10 Florida State and Georgia […] The post KSR Today: Football season is officially BACK appeared first on On3.
Police investigating Harrodsburg crash after passengers, driver taken to hospital
HARRODSBURG, Ky. (FOX 56) — The passengers and driver of a car have been taken to the hospital after a crash in Harrodsburg on Saturday that is currently still being investigated by authorities. The Harrodsburg Police Department posted on Facebook Saturday that officers and first responders were dispatched to...
Evergreens Plant Shop, Coffeehouse, and Wine Bar celebrates grand opening in Paducah
PADUCAH — Evergreens Plant shop, Coffeehouse, and Wine Bar celebrated its grand opening Friday on Alben Barkley Drive in Paducah, selling tea, coffee, plants, wine, and food. Jean Alford and her husband are the owners of the new shop, and she said the business was born out of a...
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.
‘A rivalry among friends': Battle of the Birds kicks off football season
MAYFIELD, Ky. — Mayfield Cardinals or Graves County Eagles — two birds of prey on the turf duel for victory. On Friday, Aug. 23, the Mayfield and Graves County high school football teams faced off in a game known annually as Battle of the Birds. The athletes are...
ESPN dubs Reed Sheppard the heavy favorite for NBA Rookie of the Year
The Kentucky Wildcats probably didn’t realize the caliber of player they were getting in 4-star guard Reed Sheppard, who joined the Cats at the start of last season and quickly became one of their best players. From Kentucky, Sheppard quickly became a fan favorite. He exploded onto the scene...
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