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Grand jury returns six indictments
A Russell County grand jury met yesterday, returning six indictments. Those indicted included the following individuals:. Wendy Polston, age 46 of Russell Springs, charged with theft of mislaid property, tampering with physical evidence, and being a persistent felony offender. Darryl Durham, age 50 of Windsor, charged with theft by unlawful...
RCH CEO praises addition of two new ER doctors
Russell County Hospital recently hired two new emergency room doctors, and hospital CEO Scott Thompson said he’s heard a lot of good feedback about the new additions so far. Thompson spoke to WJRS News following this week’s meeting of the hospital’s board of directors to talk about how the new additions have helped staffing issues and the feedback on the latest additions.
Yesterday was hottest day of 2024, as heat continues today
While Tuesday contended for the hottest day of the year, data from the local mesonet site shows that yesterday’s temperatures were the hottest of 2024 locally. The air temperature came in at 93.8 degrees yesterday afternoon, the hottest air temperature recorded by the mesonet site this year. High temperatures...
Kentucky weather tomorrow: Near-record heat, more pop-up storms
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — We tied a record here in Lexington Thursday with high temperatures hitting 98 degrees at the Blue Grass Airport. That matched the record set in 1953 of 98 degrees. Many places saw air temperatures well into the 90s, with a few spots like Harrodsburg...
Good News Parents – Kentucky is One of the Best States for Teen Drivers
Driving is a major milestone for teenagers, and choosing where to hit the road can make a significant difference in safety and skill-building. WalletHub recently conducted a study to rank the Best & Worst States for Teen Drivers, and Kentucky parents should be glad to know that the Bluegrass State was near the top of the list.
Hot temperatures continue ahead of Labor Day weekend storms
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Thursday! It was one of the hottest days of the entire summer yesterday, and that will continue today. Afternoon highs will be reaching the mid-to-upper 90s. There will be a bit more humidity as well, making it feel more humid as well. The heat index will likely peak in the upper 90s and low 100s for most locations. There is a small chance of a few pop-up storms during the peak of the heating today. There won’t be many of them, but the storms that do go up will at-least give some relief from the heat. Any storms will dissipate from the late evening leading to a warm overnight across the region.
Multi-vehicle crash in Pulaski Co.
SOMERSET, Ky. (WYMT) - Fire crews were sent to a motorcycle and pickup accident on Hwy 39/Valley Station Dr. After Somerset-Pulaski County EMS and Somerset Police arrived at the scene they provided care to the injured drivers, conducted traffic control, and set up a landing zone for medical transport. One...
First Alert Forecast: Staying hot through Friday
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - First Alert Weather Day through tomorrow for excessive heat. Some heat and rain relief is on the way. Download the WSMV 4 First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android, so you can stay informed on the go and in between newscasts. We share custom videos, plus you can choose to get messages from us on the latest conditions and forecast.
Kentucky announces pop-up driver's testing locations for area with no regional office
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Kentucky State Police is trying to make it easier for young drivers in outlying areas of the state to get their driver's license. The pilot program is being launched in Barren, Grant, Marion, Oldham and Perry counties to provide easier access to young Kentuckians wishing to obtain their driver’s license.
Gov. appoints UPIKE professor to Kentucky Board of Social Work
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WYMT) - Governor Andy Beshear appointed University of Pikeville (UPIKE) Professor Genesia Kilgore-Bowling, Ph.D., MSW, CSW, to the Kentucky Board of Social Work. Kilgore-Bowling is a social work professional and academic leader who was selected to represent licensed clinical social workers on the Board. She is succeeding James...
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