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Tornado hit West End of Louisville, National Weather Service reports
An EF1 tornado hit Louisville's West End during a round of storms Thursday afternoon, the National Weather Service determined. "After reports of damage we sent a survey crew out to west Louisville along Woodland Ave. between Catapla St. and Cypress St. Preliminary info is an EF1 tornado with winds of 95 mph around 28th St. and Woodland," the NWS said in a statement posted to its account on X, formerly Twitter, shortly before 6 p.m. ...
Just Askin' | Will a Buc-ee's be built near Louisville? Here's what we know
The small Kentucky town of Smiths Grove hosts the country's newest Buc-ee's, giving Louisville road trippers another pit stop to consider during a ride on Interstate 65. With a footprint spanning over 50,000 feet, Buc-ee's is stocked with barbecue sandwiches, beef jerky, brownies and Beaver Nuggets. Some Smiths Grove customers walk in wearing Buc-ee's t-shirts and mascot costumes. There are plenty of opportunities for fans to buy new Buc-ee's merchandise, as just about every household item, from...
The 6 Most Hazardous Cities in Kentucky: A Guide to Avoiding Danger!
Kentucky’s Most Hazardous Cities in 2022 – A Detailed Look Rising Crime Rates in Kentucky – Cities to Avoid in 2022 According to the article in Southwest Journal, if you are from Kentucky, you know there’s more to worry about than just Wildcats fans in Lexington and unhappy distillers in Louisville. The Bluegrass State has […]
What restaurants are open on July 4th in Louisville? Hours for Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, McDonald's, etc.
While banks, post offices and various businesses are notorious for being closed on Independence Day, it isn't always the case for grocery stores or restaurants, especially national chains. Here's what we know. Fourth of July 20244th of July guide in Louisville: Everything you need to know about Independence Day 2024.
Price changes coming to U.S. Postal Service on July 14
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Price changes at the U.S. Postal Service will take effect this month. The new rates will include a 5-cent increase in price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp from 68 to 73 cents. Mailing service product prices increase by 7.8%. According to a news release, the...
Vehicle inspection fees to increase in July
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Beginning on July 15, a new mandate increasing the cost of vehicle inspections will go into effect in Kentucky. Warren County Sheriff Brett Hightower said that while the inspections only take around 15-20 minutes to complete, depending on parking in Downtown Bowling Green, that time can add up.
Recovering alcoholic built Kentucky’s largest substance-use treatment provider, which has 1,800 beds and 1,350 employees
LOUISA — Around the office at Addiction Recovery Care, Vanessa Keeton is still known as “Client One” — marking her status as the first client of the first recovery center ARC opened as a group home in Lawrence County. But her official title is vice president...
This Strange Hot Dog is the Most Googled in Kentucky
Have you ever tried the most Googled hot dog in Kentucky? I've never even heard of it. It's that time of year when folks will be firing up their grill for cookouts with friends and family, especially with the 4th of July being this week. One of the most popular foods that people make is hot dogs. The hot dogs being made at the July 4th BBQ are almost always straight from the grill to the hot dog bun. Pretty basic, really. Once you have your hot dog, you can choose from whatever condiments are available, and off you go. Personally, I prefer a hot dog with some chili and cheese on top of it. I could eat those all day.
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