Ramps at KY 54 and KY 603 to be blocked one at a time MADISONVILLE, Ky. (Oct. 9, 2024) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is continuing temporary ramp blockages on U.S. 60 in Daviess County this week to accommodate an ongoing resurfacing project. For the next three to four days, crews will pave on and […]
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A Madisonville man has been charged with murder in connection with a baby’s death. Madisonville Police Department said that emergency services responded at 9:43 a.m. Oct. 2 to a residence on Couch Street in Madisonville for a report of a two-month-old that was not breathing. The child lived with his mother, aunt, two other children,
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A Henderson County motorcyclist was killed Sunday evening after his bike struck a deer. Henderson County Sheriff Chip Stauffer said that a motorcyclist hit a deer at approximately 6:55 p.m. Sunday in the 12000 block of U.S. 41-A. The Henderson County Coroner’s Office pronounced the 54-year-old Henderson County man dead at the scene. Authorities have
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Students in Kentucky achieved mixed results in statewide testing, with math scores improving among older students but across-the-board struggles in science raising concerns, the state reported Thursday. The percentage of middle and high school students considered proficient or distinguished in math rose but did not change in elementary schools, according to
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 1, 2024) – Gov. Andy Beshear encourages Kentuckians to work together to ensure our roadways are safe for everyone. “October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and we’re asking everyone to do their part to watch out for each other on the roads,” said Gov. Beshear. “If drivers and pedestrians alike look out
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A Madisonville couple is accused of abusing and keeping their 11-year-old child confined. The Department of Child Based Services contacted Madisonville Police Department on Tuesday to assist with a home visit in reference to a report of neglect/abuse. The original complainant advised that an 11-year-old child lived at the residence and had been “grounded” since
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HENDERSON, Ky. (Sept. 25, 2024) — Autumn Has arrived in Kentucky, bringing cooler temperatures and colorful foliage to the commonwealth. The Kentucky State Police (KSP) wants to remind motorists that fall is the peak season for deer-related crashes. Drivers need to be mindful of the increased dangers deer can create on Kentucky roads. “It’s essential for drivers
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The sheriff accused of killing a judge was arraigned Wednesday in Letcher County District Court. Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines, 43, was arraigned for a criminal charge of first-degree murder, according to the Kentucky Attorney General’s office. Stines was arraigned virtually before a special judge from Carter County. He will next appear in court
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HENDERSON, Ky. (Sept. 20, 2024) – The Kentucky State Police (KSP) honored 55 troopers and officers who are dedicated to protecting Kentucky’s 120 counties with a mission of creating a safer commonwealth for future generations during the 2023 Sworn Awards. The awards presented were for heroic acts of service that occurred in 2023. KSP has
The annual Henderson Lions Arts and Crafts Festival is approaching quickly. The festival that has been around for decades and is considered one of that largest arts and crafts festivals in the area will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5th and Sunday, Oct. 6th at Audubon State Park. The
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The Green River Area Development District presented four awards at its recent annual meeting, including naming the City of Morganfield as the Community of the Year. Established in 2008, the GRADD Community of the Year Award honors a city or county who has initiated significant efforts to improve the quality of life for their residents.
A Henderson man has been arraigned on a murder charge in connection to a street race that turned deadly on South Green Street in May. Korbin Candler, 20, of Henderson, was arraigned Tuesday in Henderson Circuit Court on several charges, including murder, four counts of first-degree wanton endangerment, leaving the scene of an accident, failure
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LONDON, Ky. (AP) — More than a dozen school districts shut down classes Monday across a wide swath of southeastern Kentucky as a grueling search stretched into a third day for a gunman who opened fire on an interstate highway and wounded five people over the weekend. Administrators in Rockcastle County, just north of where
The city of Henderson will be starting milling the streets and alleys of Henderson starting the week of Monday September 16th. This is for upcoming patching, paving and repair projects around the city. The estimated work time for these projects is around two to three weeks. But if weather conditions or other outside factors affect
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MADISONVILLE, Ky. (August 26, 2024) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to block the Interstate 165 northbound ramp onto U.S. 60 westbound in Owensboro on Tuesday, August 27 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to install new signage. Motorists are asked to use the I-165 ramp to eastbound U.S. 60 for the duration of the blockage. From there
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