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World Record Holder Sarah Sjostrom Confirms Intent to Swim the 100 Free at the Paris Olympics
Sarah Sjostrom, the World Record holder in the 100 long course meter free, says that she committed to the 100 free when she realized she would have a longer break than in Tokyo. Archive photo via Fabio Cetti. Olympic champion Sarah Sjostrom has confirmed that she intends to race the...
Lexington’s NAI Isaac adds retail, office specialist to staff
Jordan Smith joined Lexington, Kentucky’s NAI Isaac as a specialist in the sale and leasing of retail, office and investment properties. Smith earned his master’s degree of real estate from Clemson University this year, where he received the Sue G. and W. Russell Campbell Sr. Award for leadership skills and scholastic achievements.
John Wall reveals his all-time starting five for Kentucky basketball
Kentucky basketball is well known for its talent both at the college level and then when they reach the NBA. Under John Calipari, Kentucky signed more top-25 players than any other program -- and it wasn't even close. Calipari's one-and-done standard in Lexington produced some of the top talent in the country each and every year.
Wife saves husband's life with CPR, encourages others to learn
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Melissa and Phillip McIntyre have been together for 20 years. Their lives were forever changed on July 10, 2022. What Phillip initially thought to be heartburn, turned out to be a heart attack. He collapsed inside their home. “As he started to go down. I just...
Goose Island's 2024 Bourbon County lineup is set and it looks awesome
Each Black Friday, Goose Island gives us another reason to run to the store. That’s when the Chicago based brewery drops its annual lineup of Bourbon County stouts, the barrel-aged heavies that dominate the top of its Beer Advocate ratings. Last year’s lineup was an all-star list of big, boozy brews. 2024 promises more of the same.
Last weekend for the Great Museum Treasure Hunt
This is it!! We’ve been celebrating our museum’s 30th anniversary all week, and we are heading towards the final weekend of the GREAT MUSEUM TREASURE HUNT. Have you been in to help us celebrate? If not it’s your last opportunity to grab a coupon for 10% off the famous “Peggy Benton” sundae being served this week at the Sweet Boutique in honor of our anniversary.
North Fork Music Festival returning
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - The North Fork Music Festival is just around the corner. The event will be located on Main Street in downtown Hazard on July 26 and 27. The music festival fun will start on Friday. The stage will be on Main Street. Food truck, vendors and seating will be located on The Grand.
VIDEO – Lopez Says Hoptown Has Talent to Bounce Back
Hopkinsville High School went 1-9 last season but has lots of experience returning with 16 starters back in the lineup. Former assistant Dustin Lopez takes over as head coach of the Tigers this season. He says Hoptown has the talent to bounce back in a big way this season. Lopez...
Bullwhip Rodeo coming to the Hopkins Co. Fair
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Hopkins County-Madisonville Fair has announced the Bullwhip Rodeo, set to take place on August 5 and 6. Officials say this event will feature some of the best rodeo talents from across the region. The Bullwhip Rodeo will showcase a variety of arena events, including bull riding, trick riding, barrel racing […]
Kevin Denney Joins Turnberry Records
Turnberry Records is thrilled to announce the signing of acclaimed bluegrass and country artist Kevin Denney. Alongside this exciting news, Kevin’s highly anticipated single, “Chasing Old Memories Down,” will be released on all digital platforms on August 16th. Kevin Denney, a native of Monticello, Kentucky, has been...
Local HRC, museum invites the community to Eighth of August celebration
The Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863, however, slaves in Western Kentucky were not freed until nearly eight months later on a day now recognized as the Eighth of August, a regional emancipation holiday. In Hopkinsville, the Hopkinsville-Christian County Human Rights Commission is partnering with the Pennyroyal Area...
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.
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.
MISSING JUVENILE ALERT: Hopkinsville Police seek help finding missing teenager
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – The Hopkinsville Police Department is trying to locate 14-year-old Jordan White who has been missing for a week. White was last seen leaving his home at the Pennryrile Apartments on July 15. He made contact with family on July 17 through Snapchat and has not been heard from since.
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...
Back2Back Foundation Announces 20th Anniversary Show Total
The annual Back2Back Foundation, Brice Long & Friends benefit concert on Saturday night exceeded expectations, raising a total of $107,750. Celebrating its 20th year, the event featured a special performance by country band McBride & The Ride at the Alhambra Theatre, which was packed for the occasion. Pennyroyal Arts Council...
Police Looking For Four People After Park Vandalism
Surveillance photos captured four people vandalizing a Hillview park. There is 24-hour video surveillance at the Maryville Park and it caught the vandals in action. It happened on Tuesday between 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. by Maryville Elementary School off Summers Drive. Two men and two women pushed porta-pot restrooms...
Father and son arrested for attacking man in Pilgrim
PILGRIM — A father and son were arrested July 17 in Martin County following an altercation on KY-2032 that resulted in minor injuries, authorities said. Warren Jude, 62, and his son, Tyler Jude, 35, both of Pilgrim, were taken into custody after Chief Deputy Chris Kidd of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call on Warren Jude Road.
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