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Neil MacDonald — A Legacy Continues As A Leader Passes
Neil MacDonald—Founder and CEO of Independent Container and Independent II—accomplished his vision of building and selling his company successfully to Hood Container earlier this month. He entered the boxmaking world in 1969. On July 16th, 2024—MacDonald fought his way out of life—passing in peace with family at his...
Badgett family creates three MSU scholarships for College of Education and Human Services
MURRAY, Ky. – The Badgett family and the J. Rogers Badgett Sr. Foundation of Madisonville, Ky., have made a significant multiyear commitment to the College of Education and Human Services through the Murray State University Foundation. The Badgett family has a rich history of supporting education throughout Western Kentucky and began their support of Murray State more than 15 years ago.
Man killed in early morning Russell neighborhood shooting identified
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The name is now known of the man killed in a shooting in west Louisville from earlier this month. Louisville Metro police officers were called on Wednesday, July 10 just after 3:15 a.m. to the 2600 block of West Chestnut Street in the Russell neighborhood. That’s where they found a man who had been shot.
UPDATE: Chemical spill reported at Diamond Ave. in Evansville
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Crews were at the scene of a chemical spill in Evansville on Monday. Battalion Chief Nick Raber says a pH test showed it was a “strong acid” but could not identify the substance on the scene. Raber goes on to say crews neutralized the substance with a powder called “soda ash,” […]
LMPD says 2 people taken to hospital after shooting outside Old Louisville business
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A local man, who works to prevent violence in the city, became a witness to a double shooting outside an Old Louisville business Monday morning. Marcus Poyntz is the supervisor at Cure Violence Program YouthBuild. He was sitting at a stop light across the street when gunshots were fired. He told WAVE News he looked to his left and saw a man coming out of the store with a gun, shooting at a car in the parking lot.
Louisville named finalist city for prestigious Sundance Film Festival
Louisville is being considered as the next home for one of the nation’s the most prestigious independent film festivals, the world-renowned Sundance Film Festival. On Friday, Louisville was named one of six finalists to host the festival, beginning in 2027. Hosting the festival would bring the world to Louisville for 10 days each year for an event that serves as the premiere of innovative films and attracts more than 80,000 visitors annually.
Peach Jam: A decision could be on the horizon for five-star guard Jasper Johnson
NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – Top-15 rising senior Jasper Johnson is taking the final steps necessary before he goes into decision-making mode. A 6-foot-4 lefty sniper out of Lexington (Ky.) Johnson says he is in the process of dwindling his list of options down within his recruitment. "There are a...
Twin Lakes National Fiddler Championship entertains huge crowd, Danny Roberts awarded Key to the City
There were hundreds, if not thousands of winners on Saturday as the Twin Lakes National Fiddler Championship drew huge crowds to downtown Leitchfield on a picture-perfect day to enjoy hours of outstanding music and dancing. One of the highlights of the event came after dark when Leitchfield Mayor Harold Miller...
Hopkins County Humane Society’s Pet of the Week Monday, July 22
Meet Lacey, a charming 3-month-old domestic shorthaired kitten who has been at our facility for 74 days. Lacey is eagerly searching for her forever home. Her young age makes her adaptable and friendly with cats, dogs, and children. Full of energy and joy, Lacey loves to play, especially with her feline friends. If you’re looking for a playful and loving addition to your family, Lacey is the perfect match!
Logan County Sheriff’s Office arrests wanted Tennessee man
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – A wanted Tennessee man led police on a vehicle, foot pursuit Friday evening. The Logan County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy observed a vehicle related to a recent theft traveling in Russellville. After observing multiple traffic violations, a deputy initiated a traffic stop on West...
'It's unbelievable' | Neighbors in shock over deadly shooting in southwest Jefferson County
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A Valley Station community is mourning after a man many of them knew was killed during what is believed to be a home invasion. Louisville Metro Police said officers responded to a home in the 15000 block of Dixie Highway, just south of Mill Creek Station, on a trouble run around 9:15 p.m. Sunday.
SUBJECT LOCATED STUMBLING IN ROADWAY ARRESTED AT SCENE OF COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION IN LAUREL COUNTY, KENTUCKY
LONDON, KY - Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff's Deputy Daniel Reed arrested Christopher Collins, age 43 of London on Friday evening July 19, 2024 at approximately 6:12 PM. The arrest occurred on Guy Green Road, approximately 5 miles southwest of London after Deputy Reed was...
Kentucky's largest Sunflower Maze at Ruby Branch Farms opens this week
FRANKLIN, Ky. (WBKO) - Ruby Branch Farms in Simpson County will be opening their sunflower maze for a new season this Wednesday. However, this is no ordinary sunflower maze, it is the largest sunflower maze in Kentucky. “My husband Drew and I started growing sunflowers to add to our fall...
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