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Fort Thomas Firecracker 5K sees increased participation, Rieskamp wins
Josh Rieskamp doesn’t think anyone likes running in heat and humidity. The Oakley resident did just fine Thursday – he crossed the Ohio River and won the Fort Thomas Firecracker 5K. He covered the 3.1 miles in 16 minutes, 29 seconds. “It could be hotter,” Rieskamp said. “You...
Fentanyl and meth seized in Owensboro search warrant
DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — A search warrant in Owensboro led to drug dealing charges for one man. Investigator with the Daviess County Sheriff's Office say they served a search warrant at the Owensboro home of Darien McCubbins, on Ruidoso Loop in Colony Mobile Estates. Once inside the home,...
Hoppers Steal a 6-4 Win From Paducah
The Hoptown Hoppers turned the tables on the Paducah Chiefs on Wednesday, scoring four times in the final two innings for a 6-4 win at Tiger Stadium. It was a game that featured a bit of everything – a pitcher hitting a home run, 20 strikeouts, an unsolicited neighborhood fireworks show, and a steal of home that produced the game-winning run.
Hopkinsville man named associate pastor at historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta
A Hopkinsville man has been named an associate pastor at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta where civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. preached. The Rev. Donavan Pinner, who recently graduated from Princeton Theological Seminary with the Master of Divinity, will serve as the associate pastor for children and youth at Ebenezer. Pinner studied philosophy and religion at Morehouse College in Atlanta before enrolling at Princeton.
Herding Your Waste Away with Moo Moo Dumpsters
Waste management is an ever-evolving challenge, especially with increasing environmental concerns and urbanization. Moo Moo Dumpsters, based in Lexington, Kentucky, is addressing this issue head-on with their innovative dumpster rental services. By offering a wide range of dumpster sizes and types, they cater to various needs, from residential cleanouts to large-scale construction projects. Moo Moo Dumpsters stands out for their customer-centric approach, ensuring hassle-free booking, timely delivery, and flexible rental periods. Their commitment to leveraging technology and sustainability sets them apart in the industry.
KSR Today: Happy Fourth of July!
On this date 248 years ago, a bunch of wealthy landowners clad in powdered whigs and knickers gathered in a steamy Philadelphia meeting room to commit treason. Each year on the Fourth of July we celebrate their bravery on Independence Day. America’s birthday is celebrated in a variety of ways....
Hair discrimination prohibited under Kentucky’s C.R.O.W.N. Act
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Black women with natural hairstyles are 2.5 times more likely to be seen as unprofessional, according to a 2023 study by Dove. Most African Americans say they have experienced some form of discrimination based on their hair. Natural hairstyles like braids, locs and twists have historically been considered unacceptable by Eurocentric standards.
Bob’s Drive-In celebrates 75 years of business on July 3
PADUCAH — Bob’s Drive-In on the southside of Paducah celebrated 75 years in business on Wednesday with a couple of hours of free ice cream and fun for the family. Originally, the restaurant was one of the first Dairy Queens in the surrounding five states, but it eventually simply became “Bob’s.”
Prominent Letcher County businessman dies
LETCHER COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - The founder of double kwik and Childers Oil Company has died. Don Childers died June 29th at his home in Whitesburg. He was 92. The Pikeville native started Childers Oil Company in 1966. During the next 50 years, the family business expanded to include 40-plus...
20-year-old woman reported missing may be in Louisville, police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville police are searching for a 20-year-old woman who has been missing for 13 days. Angelina Stephens last contacted her family on June 22, according to LMPD. She is believed to be in Louisville. Stephens isn't from Louisville and her family has reason to believe she...
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