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WAVE Originals documentary nabs Emmy Award
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Hollywood movie, Cocaine Bear, gripped movie headlines for its wildly outlandish plot about the animal’s drug-infused killing spree. But critiques demonstrated the bear’s true story was just, if not more, captivating by presenting the documentary, Blow: The True Story of Cocaine, a Bear and a Crooked Kentucky Cop an Emmy Award.
54th annual Dainty Contest kicks off Monday night in Louisville's Schnitzelburg neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A German game that dates back centuries is returning to the streets of Louisville's Schnitzelburg neighborhood Monday evening. The 54th annual World Championship Dainty Contest is held on the last Monday in July each year on George Hauck Way, near Goss Avenue. Contestants -- who must...
Winchester-Clark County Industrial Development Authority says ‘thanks’ to local industry
On a bright and sunny late morning and early afternoon, many could be found gathering just off Rolling Hills Lane in Winchester on Friday. The Winchester-Clark County Industrial Development Authority hosted a lunch, welcoming various workers and others that play a vital role in serving Clark County. “Today’s event is the Industrial Authority’s opportunity to […] The post Winchester-Clark County Industrial Development Authority says ‘thanks’ to local industry appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Mingo man charged with vehicular homicide after DUI crash in Pikeville
PIKEVILLE, Ky. — A Mingo County man faces charges of vehicular homicide and assault, following a DUI crash Friday afternoon. Police say Chad Blackburn, 36, of Red Jacket, showed signs of impairment following the crash, which occurred shortly after 3:30 p.m. on U.S. 119, near the intersection with U.S. 23 in Pikeville. After failing a field sobriety test, he was immediately arrested for DUI.
Man arrested after crash on Twin Bridge hurts motorcycle driver
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - The southbound Twin Bridge is back opening following a crash. Dispatchers say the call came in just before midnight Monday morning for a crash involving a car and a motorcycle. They say the bridge had to be closed, but reopened around 1 a.m. Deputies say the...
Southwest Ohio school board member nominated as OSBA president-elect
Mary Cleveland, a southwest Ohio school board member, was selected as the Ohio School Boards Association’s (OSBA) president-elect nominee. If elected during OSBA’s statewide conference in November, she will become OSBA president in 2026 following her term as president-elect in 2025. Cleveland is in her 11th year on...
Tips to stay safe on the road during periods of heavy rain
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT)—With lots of rain in the forecast for Kentucky, drivers will need to take extra precautions on the roads to stay safe. Local insurance agent Claude Singleton says his agency sees an increase in accident claims during times of heavy rain. “They slow down for the snow,...
Beshear, Vance spat over Appalachia oversimplifies the region, experts say
A public spat between Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance and Democratic vice presidential hopeful Andy Beshear has put Appalachia in the spotlight, with some asking who gets to claim the region's identity. But as the two trade jabs, it's unclear what effect the debate could have on election outcomes — or whether...
Kentucky native Lee Kiefer wins gold in fencing at 2024 Olympics in Paris
PARIS − A pair of American women fencers on Sunday night won a pair of coveted Olympic medals – one gold and one silver. Lee Kiefer beat teammate Lauren Scruggs at the Paris Games in the final bout of the women’s individual foil competition that showcased U.S. talent. ...
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