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JCPS gala to raise money for students participating in extracurricular activities
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - When you think of cheerleaders, you may picture a group wearing team uniforms with their school colors, but what about if they could not afford it?. This was the case for a JCPS cheerleading team. As they stood on the sidelines dressed in matching T-shirts and shorts, Dr. April Brooks knew she needed to do something.
'Help us' | Families ask for answers in Louisville's 400 unsolved murder cases in past 5 years
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- As Louisville wrestles with an epidemic of violence, Louisville Metro Police crime data shows more killers are getting away with it. A WDRB review of outstanding murder cases LMPD lists online shows more than 400 unsolved homicides in the last five years. In fact, the data shows a person who kills someone in Louisville has a greater than 50% chance of not being arrested.
Driver taken to hospital after crashing into homeowner’s porch in Madisonville
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WFIE) - A woman was taken to the hospital after crashing her car Saturday morning in Madisonville. That’s according to the Madisonville Police Department, who tells us officers were called to Hanson Street for that accident around 11 a.m. Investigators determined a Volkswagen Jetta was heading southbound...
Low market costs bring lower profits for area farmers despite strong crop yields
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. — Despite strong crop yields this year, Edwards Farms in Paducah expects to take in $150,000 less than it did in 2023. Third generation farmer Daniel Edwards spoke Friday about the impact that major economic trends are having on small-scale farmers like himself. “Just because you...
Bellevue’s Beach Park Farmers Market Returns
Where: Bellevue Beach Park – 100 Ward Ave, Bellevue KY. Why: The fun returns this weekend, July 21st, at 10 am! The Bellevue Beach Park Farmers Market. occurs every third Sunday from July to October. More than just a market, it offers an immersive. experience with agricultural and artisan...
Paducah 17-year-old Audreya White opens second business
PADUCAH — Audreya White is an upcoming senior at Paducah Tilghman High School. Like many of her classmates, she is preparing for college applications and her last year of high school. What sets White apart from other 17-year-olds — she has two businesses. A7 Smoothies is a shop...
'It was just the best thing that I could do': Former La Center City maintenance worker speaks on employee walkout
BALLARD COUNTY, Ky. — After four months, the maintenance crew formerly employed by The City of La Center walked off the job again Thursday. The walkout marks the second time workers with the city have left under questionable accusations. The maintenance crew first walked off the job in March...
Henderson set to sell naming rights to sports facility for $500,000
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The city of Henderson is scheduled to vote on whether to give Deaconess the naming rights to a new sports complex in exchange for $500,000. After entering into contract negotiations with Deaconess Henderson Hospital, the city of Henderson has drafted a proposal that will be voted on Tuesday. Deaconess is seeking […]
An interview with Lil Ms. and Mr. Daviess Co.
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Summer around the Tri-State is packed with so much family fun. From fairs to festivals there’s a little bit of something for everyone, and the Daviess County Lions Club Fair is no different. The 51st annual event is underway and runs through Saturday with plenty in store, including pageants. We discussed all […]
Kentucky makes the cut for Eric Reibe
Compared to the last two summers, which had international trips, there hasn’t been a lot of news about the Kentucky Basketball program this summer. The team is practicing, and the staff are getting familiar with their roster, but it will be a few months before we see any substantial.
Planning Continues With Ham Festival Just 3 Months Away
With Cadiz On Main Director Brianna Hyde back in the fold, the Trigg County Country Ham Festival Committee reconvened Thursday evening — homing in on planning just three months before the big weekend. Hyde said this year’s party “doesn’t have a ton of sponsors yet,” but several previous supporters...
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