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Tri-State Alley? Research says ‘Tornado Alley’ moving east
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Tornado Alley as we know it may be changing. A recent study published by the Journal of Applied Meteorology indicates the traditional Tornado Alley over the Great Plains is moving further east. “People are paying attention and they are realizing it’s just not Oklahoma and Kansas anymore, it can happen here,” […]
Thieves are targeting EBT funds, more than 2,000 Kentuckians affected
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Reports of theft from EBT accounts is rapidly rising in Kentucky. According to the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, there have been more than 2,000 EBT theft claims submitted in the first quarter of 2024 alone. That amounts to more than $1 million of...
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.
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 […]
Free Adoption Friday — Marshall County Animal Care and Control waives fees
MARSHALL COUNTY, KY — In celebration of Independence Day, Marshall County Animal Care and Control is having an adoption event on July 5 where all adoption fees will be waived. This deal applies to both cats and dogs, and you can see some of the pets up for adoption...
City Taking Nominations for Mayor’s Community Awards
The City of Hopkinsville is taking nominations for its inaugural Mayor’s Community Awards, a chance to recognize and celebrate the unsung heroes in the community. The awards will honor outstanding contributions in five categories: Small Business, Non-Profit, Volunteer(s), Education, and City Employee. Amanda Brunt, information officer for the city,...
Woman Charged With Stealing Lost Property
A Hopkinsville woman was charged with stealing lost property at the Wal-Mart on Clinic Drive on June 27. According to the Hopkinsville Police Department report, 33-year-old Leandra Green took a wallet and Samsung phone that was reported lost inside the store. Police said she discarded the phone in a trashcan where it was recovered by store staff.
Juvenile Charged Following Pursuit in Stolen Vehicle
A 16-year-old Hopkinsville juvenile was charged after she and several passengers were found in a stolen vehicle early Tuesday. Officer Andrew Patino said one of the city’s FLOCK cameras located a stolen vehicle in the area of East First Street. The driver fled on Walnut Street when Patino attempted to stop the vehicle. While on Fort Campbell Boulevard, the vehicle crashed when she turned into the McDonald’s parking lot.
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