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Local bands to compete for a chance at opening for The Marshall Tucker Band
BURKESVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) - Bands across the state are gearing up for a big opportunity to open up for The Marshall Tucker Band. The annual River Festivus in Burkesville will feature a Battle of the Bands, where multiple musical acts will perform on day one of the festival. The grand prize will be $2,000 and the opening spot for The Marshall Tucker Band the following night.
Parents jailed after child makes 911 call
CORBIN, Ky. (WYMT) - Two parents are in jail after their child reportedly called the police, thinking the mother was dead. On June 28, police say the girl called, saying that she could not wake her mother up. When police arrived at the home, the girl and her mother Danielle Asher, came to the door. The father, Robert Herren was found later.
Thousands enjoy Fourth of July fireworks at Louisville's Waterfront Park
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The grand finale of the Fourth of July fireworks show caught the attention of thousands Thursday night at Louisville's Waterfront Park. “I thought maybe we couldn’t come because of the rain, but we’re here anyway,” said Shahanan Shaharn. Severe storms, including a couple...
UPDATE: BGPD investigating death of man found underneath railcar
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is conducting a death investigation. According to an investigation report, a train was traveling north on the railroad passing behind the Train Depot located at 401 Kentucky Street. The CSX conductor told police that he observed a subject passed out and lying down in the roadway. Upon discovery of the subject, the conductor stopped the train. The conductor notified dispatch of the subject lying down on the tracks.
National Guard Armory (former) – Harrodsburg KY
Work Relief Programs, Works Progress Administration (WPA) In 1941, the Works Progress Administration (WPA) completed work on a National Guard armory designed by Edd Gregg. The building is a poured, 2-story modern Deco style building with both horizontal and vertical elements on the front façade. It has been repurposed for use by the local YMCA. A barrel vault over the gymnasium is visible at the rear.
Tri-State families adjust firework plans amid higher prices, still celebrating 4th of July
COVINGTON, Ky. (WKRC) - Lit Fireworks has been operating in Covington for several years, and it draws in people from both sides of the river because it's so convenient. Despite the rain on Thursday, there was a steady stream of people looking to make the most of the 4th of July.
JURY CONVICTS LONDON, KENTUCKY NATIVE IN LAUREL CIRCUIT COURT ON CHARGES CONNECTED TO A 2023 DRUG RELATED INVESTIGATION
LONDON, KY - Laurel/Knox Commonwealth Attorney Jackie Steele, Laurel County Sheriff John Root, and London Police Chief Chuck Johnson report that on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024, an accused drug trafficker was convicted in a jury trial in Laurel Circuit Court. This case was the result of Laurel County Drug Task Force investigations.
Hundreds of refugees each year find a new home, earn second chance by coming to Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- They've survived violence, homelessness and being separated from their family. The city of Louisville has given hundreds of refugees a new home and a second chance. "I was born in Burundi, which is a country in Central East Africa right below Rwanda," former refugee Amos Izerimana...
Motorcycle Crash in Princeton Claims Life of 15-Month-Old Child
Police are investigating a motorcycle wreck in Princeton that claimed the life of a child Friday night. Princeton Assistant Police Chief Shane Allison reported that the accident occurred around 6:45 p.m. near the 300 block of Beverly Lane. He said 47-year-old Joseph Traylor of Princeton was driving a motorcycle with a 15-month-old passenger when the motorcycle ran off the road and struck a telephone pole.
Cadiz Field Of Flags Retirement Planned Saturday, July 6th
American Legion Post 74 will formally retire more than 100 flags that are flying in the Field of Flags on Saturday, July 6th, at the corner of Main Street and U.S. 68-80 in Cadiz. Curt Holmes with American Legion Post 74 says they were pleased that more than 100 flags...
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