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Henderson man charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting his mom

A Henderson man was arrested and charged with attempted murder Wednesday after allegedly shooting his mother. Henderson Police Department said officers responded to the 1600 block of Powell Street at 4:21 p.m. Wednesday in reference to a woman being shot multiple times. When officers arrived, they encountered Maegan Fulkerson, 38, of Henderson, who had what …

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Attorney General Cameron Raises Awareness About Scams to Protect Senior Kentuckians

FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 7, 2023) – During World Elder Abuse Month, the Kentucky Attorney General’s office is highlighting efforts to protect older Kentuckians. This month aims to raise awareness and combat elder abuse, which can take many forms—from financial exploitation to neglect and poor living conditions. “Protecting vulnerable Kentuckians is a priority for our office,” …

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Health Department investigated 10 cases of Covid-19 in May

The Green River District Health Department reported Tuesday that it had investigated 213 new COVID-19 infections the previous month; 120 in Daviess County, 5 in Hancock County, 38 in Henderson County, 8 in McLean County, 14 in Ohio County, 10 in Union County, and 18 in Webster County. There were 16 COVID-19 related deaths reported …

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Kentucky pauses incentives for battery maker whose federal loan was nixed after claims of China ties

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Kentucky officials say they won’t start paying out $21 million in economic incentives for a proposed electric vehicle battery facility until the company further explains why the U.S. Department of Energy abruptly rejected a $200 million loan for the project after some congressional Republicans argued the firm has improper ties to …

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Kentucky State Police reminds everyone to stay safe on the roadways

HENDERSON, Ky. –The Kentucky State Police offers periodic reminders to drivers who travel the commonwealth’s roadways. Kentucky State Police said they strive daily to ensure the safety of the motoring public. Some of these proactive measures include various roadside safety checkpoints and saturating known problematic areas in the district through general patrol tactics. The Kentucky …

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HCC operating on extended schedule this summer

HENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson Community College will operate on an extended schedule through July 28 to provide students and community members more flexibility in accessing on-campus staff. All on-campus offices will be open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Campus will be closed on Fridays. “We realize that everyone has busy lives …

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U.S. 41 traffic to shift Thursday for I-69 work

Traffic is expected to shift on U.S. 41 this weekend in Henderson County. Lane closures are expected to be in place on Kentucky 351 near the U.S. 41 overpass by early Thursday. One lane will be closed in each direction under and near the overpass. The lane closures will be in place for the summer …

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Crucial days ahead as debt ceiling deal goes for vote and Biden calls lawmakers for support

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden says he “feels good” about the debt ceiling and budget deal negotiated with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy as the White House and congressional leaders work to ensure its passage this week in time to lift the nation’s borrowing limit and prevent a disastrous U.S. default. Biden spent part of …

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Arts council awards funding for disaster recovery in eastern, western Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 26, 2023) — The Kentucky Arts Council has awarded more than $170,000 to several schools, arts organizations and individual artists in as part of an effort to help in the recovery after the December 2021 tornadoes in western Kentucky and the July 2022 floods in eastern Kentucky. The arts council received $115,000 …

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Gov. Beshear Provides Team Kentucky Update

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 25, 2023) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear updated Kentuckians on memorials to honor law enforcement officers; economic development growth; grants to clean up brownfields; public safety; the decline in overdose deaths; the General Assembly’s inaction that will cause a gas tax increase; cancer awareness efforts; and recovery efforts in Eastern Kentucky He also …

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Henderson authorities searching for escaped inmate from Ohio

Authorities are searching for an escaped inmate last spotted in the Camaro Drive area in Henderson. Henderson Police Department said it and other agencies are doing a thorough search around the area of Camaro Drive for Bradley Gillespie. At 3:16 a.m. Wednesday, the Henderson Police Department observed a stolen vehicle believed to be occupied by …

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Kentucky sheriff’s deputy fatally shot during traffic stop

GEORGETOWN, Ky. (AP) — A Kentucky sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed during a traffic stop by someone who fled before being taken into custody, officials said. Scott County Sheriff’s Deputy Caleb Conley was shot Monday evening during a traffic stop on Interstate 75 near Georgetown just before 5 p.m., and the shooter fled, Sheriff …

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Milling and Paving Operations Begin in Webster County Monday

Work is expected to last 2 weeks, weather permitting MADISONVILLE, Ky. (May 22, 2023) – A contractor plans to begin milling and paving operations on Kentucky 120, Kentucky 147 and Kentucky 2838 in Webster County on Monday. The roads being paved are:  Kentucky 120: From Bull Creek Bridge extending to Red Rock School Road , …

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Kentucky governor touts record-low jobless rate as general election campaign begins

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky’s jobless rate sank to its lowest level ever last month, Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday in touting a booming economy at the start of his general election campaign for a second term. The state’s seasonally adjusted, preliminary unemployment rate dipped to 3.7% in April, down 0.1 percentage points from …

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Dairy Queen in Henderson closed following health department inspection

Dairy Queen on Green Street in Henderson was closed Tuesday following a complaint to the Green River District Health Department. Green River District Health Department Environmental Health Director Rebecca Logan said her department received a complaint Tuesday about insects inside the Dairy Queen on Green Street. The health department routinely inspects restaurants every six months, …

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