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- Kentucky State Police Seeking Public Assistance Locating Wanted Suspect
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (January 16, 2025) – Kentucky State Police Post 2 is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a wanted man last known to reside on Frazer Lane in the Nebo area of Hopkins County. Tyler James Morgan, 30, is wanted out of Hopkins, Caldwell, Webster, and Union Counties in Kentucky as well as Vanderburgh… Read more: Kentucky State Police Seeking Public Assistance Locating Wanted Suspect - Traffic Slowed by Crash on I-69 SB in Webster County
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 15, 2025) – Traffic along the southbound lanes of Interstate 69 in Webster County is slowed at the 131.1 mile point following a crash that deposited debris along both lanes of the roadway. Northbound I-69 is restricted to left lane traffic only as of 9 a.m. as crews remove debris from the right lane. When… Read more: Traffic Slowed by Crash on I-69 SB in Webster County - Gov. Beshear, First Lady Beshear, Kentucky State Police Recognize January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 14, 2025) – Gov. Andy Beshear, First Lady Britainy Beshear and the Kentucky State Police are observing January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month, raising awareness about this crime and educating the public on how to identify and prevent it. KSP’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVE) is participating in the Commercial Vehicle Safety… Read more: Gov. Beshear, First Lady Beshear, Kentucky State Police Recognize January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month - Snow and Ice Crews Prepping for Next Round of Winter Weather
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 8, 2025) – Even with precipitation from Winter Storm Blair still on the ground, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 2 snow and ice crews are making preparations for Winter Storm Cora, which the national weather service expects to move into western Kentucky late Thursday night or early Friday morning. Motorists are advised to be on the… Read more: Snow and Ice Crews Prepping for Next Round of Winter Weather - KYTC District 2 skeleton crews working overnight in Union, Henderson and Webster
Snow and ice workers will remain on standby in most counties MADISONVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 6, 2025) – After nearly two days of around the clock work to treat and clear roadways across Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 2, activities in most counties will be scaling back during the overnight hours as winter precipitation moves out of the region.… Read more: KYTC District 2 skeleton crews working overnight in Union, Henderson and Webster - Henderson man accused of mutilating catA Henderson man has been arrested on charges in connection with torturing a cat. Henderson Police Department arrested Kaiden V. Lo, 18, of Henderson, on Thursday following an investigation into an animal cruelty complaint. The investigation began on Dec. 22, 2024, in the 1500 block of Pringle Street. A 911 caller reported finding a mutilated… Read more: Henderson man accused of mutilating cat
- Quilts, Cars and Guitars
Highlighting “the real America and true Kentucky hospitality” on the Road to 250 HENDERSON, KY (December 19, 2024) – As America is gearing up to celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, the tourism offices from Bowling Green, Henderson, Owensboro, Paducah and Edmonson County have creatively combined forces to encourage visitation to Western Kentucky, under the… Read more: Quilts, Cars and Guitars - Make the Holidays Brighter with a Chance to Win a 2025 Corvette Stingray or $50,000 Cash
The Perfect Stocking Stuffer: Trooper Island Camp Raffle Tickets BURKESVILLE, Ky. (Dec. 18, 2024) – Add excitement to your holiday gift-giving with a Trooper Island Camp raffle ticket from the Kentucky State Police (KSP). Each $10 ticket offers a chance to win an incredible prize while supporting a meaningful cause. This year’s grand prize winner will choose between… Read more: Make the Holidays Brighter with a Chance to Win a 2025 Corvette Stingray or $50,000 Cash - Henderson Community College Announces Spring 2025 Schedule
HENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson Community College (HCC) will be closed beginning Dec. 23, 2024, for the annual systemwide KCTCS Institutional Closing. HCC will resume normal operating hours on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025, at 8 a.m. During the closing, students can still get assistance 24/7 through the KCTCS Student Service Center by visiting https://kctcs.co/GoKCTCS to chat, call, or view answers to… Read more: Henderson Community College Announces Spring 2025 Schedule - Cinis Fertilizer To Build New $109.2 Million Green Fertilizer Production Plant, Creating 65 Jobs in HopkinsvilleFRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 12, 2024) –Cinis Fertilizer, a Sweden-based producer of green fertilizer, plans to locate a new $109.2 million production plant in Christian County, a project that will create 65 new full-time jobs. “Kentucky has worked hard to ensure that we see investment and job creation in every corner of the state, and Hopkinsville… Read more: Cinis Fertilizer To Build New $109.2 Million Green Fertilizer Production Plant, Creating 65 Jobs in Hopkinsville
- Bird flu detected in snow geese in Henderson County
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 11, 2024) — The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources has announced the confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in samples taken from snow geese at Sloughs Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Henderson County. The University of Georgia’s Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study Virology Laboratory confirmed the presence of HPAI… Read more: Bird flu detected in snow geese in Henderson County - Henderson Community College Fall Commencement Scheduled for Dec. 13HENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson Community College will celebrate its fall graduates during a commencement ceremony at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at the Preston Arts Center on the HCC campus. HCC Associate Registrar Tammie Zuber reports that 192 students have applied for 230 credentials, including 86 two-year degrees, 136 certificates, and eight diplomas. Approximately 70… Read more: Henderson Community College Fall Commencement Scheduled for Dec. 13
- Ellis Park Racing & Gaming Announces Upcoming Removal of Water Tower
HENDERSON, KY., (November 21, 2024) – Ellis Park Racing & Gaming has announced that, despite dedicated efforts to preserve the historic water tower on the property, it will be removed over the coming weeks due to critical safety concerns related to its structural integrity. Since the acquisition of Ellis Park by Churchill Downs Incorporated in… Read more: Ellis Park Racing & Gaming Announces Upcoming Removal of Water Tower - Attorney General Coleman Calls for Action to Block Robocalls
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 15, 2024) – Attorney General Russell Coleman and a bipartisan coalition of 46 other attorneys general called on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to improve the Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD) and close an unmonitored loophole that bad actors exploit to access the U.S. telephone network, according to a news release from the… Read more: Attorney General Coleman Calls for Action to Block Robocalls - 2 dead in Kentucky factory explosion that also damaged surrounding neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Two employees have died following an explosion at a Louisville, Kentucky, factory that caused a partial collapse of the building and blew out windows in nearby homes and businesses, the company said Wednesday. The explosion occurred Tuesday afternoon at Givaudan Sense Colour, which produces colorings for food and drinks. “We are grieving with… Read more: 2 dead in Kentucky factory explosion that also damaged surrounding neighborhood - Gov. Beshear Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff Friday in Honor of Kentucky Game WardenFRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 7, 2024) – Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Friday, Nov. 8, in honor of a game warden recruit who died during training activities Nov. 1. According to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Game… Read more: Gov. Beshear Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff Friday in Honor of Kentucky Game Warden
- Union County Election Day Polling Locations
Election Day Polling Location(s) November 5, 2024 Union County Waverly KC Hall14 North Maple StWaverly, KY 42462Precincts: ALL Uniontown Turner Bldg.532 2nd StUniontown, KY 42461Precincts: ALL Henshaw Christian Church237 Chapel Hill RdMorganfield, KY 42437Precincts: ALL Pride Community Room199 State Route 2090Clay, KY 42404Precincts: ALL Sturgis Elementry1101 North Grant StreetSturgis, KY 42459Precincts: All UC Senior Citizens… Read more: Union County Election Day Polling Locations - Gov. Beshear Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff Saturday in Honor of Sen. Johnnie TurnerFRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 31, 2024) – Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, Nov. 2, in honor of State Senator Johnnie Turner, who died Oct. 22 at the age of 76. “Britainy and I are saddened by the news of Sen. Johnnie… Read more: Gov. Beshear Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff Saturday in Honor of Sen. Johnnie Turner
- Kentucky 2918 in Sturgis Blocked Due to Burst Water MainMADISONVILLE, Ky. (Oct. 29, 2024) – Kentucky 2918 in Sturgis is blocked from KY 109 at the 0-mile point to the 0.241-mile point following a burst water main. Officials with the city of Sturgis tell the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet that they hope to have work completed and the roadway cleared to reopen by the end of the week.… Read more: Kentucky 2918 in Sturgis Blocked Due to Burst Water Main
- Oak Grove man killed in fatal collision on I-24Kentucky State Police is investigating a fatal collision in Christian County that killed an Oak Grove man this weekend. Kentucky State Police troopers responded to a fatal collision on I-24 at the 86-mile maker at about 1:07 p.m. Sunday. A preliminary investigation revelated that Alan R. Gonzalez, 28, of Oak Grove, was driving a 2019… Read more: Oak Grove man killed in fatal collision on I-24
- Gov. Beshear: Delta Regional Authority Investing Nearly $2 Million in Western Kentucky CommunitiesFRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 22, 2024) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear celebrated $1,969,000 from the federal Delta Regional Authority (DRA) going to six projects in Western Kentucky. Gov. Beshear currently serves as the States’ Co-Chair of the DRA. The funding comes from the DRA’s States’ Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP). The projects will improve infrastructure and support workforce development.… Read more: Gov. Beshear: Delta Regional Authority Investing Nearly $2 Million in Western Kentucky Communities
- Reading Diagnostic and Intervention Fund mini-grant RFA open for fiscal year 2025
(FRANKFORT, KY) – The Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) Office of Teaching and Learning has issued a request for applications (RFA) for the fiscal year 2025 Reading Diagnostic and Intervention Fund mini-grants. Kentucky public school districts must apply on behalf of individual schools. The Kentucky School for the Blind and Kentucky School for the Deaf… Read more: Reading Diagnostic and Intervention Fund mini-grant RFA open for fiscal year 2025 - Henderson Community College to Host Free Family-Friendly ‘Freaky Friday’ Halloween Event
The public is invited to the festivities on Oct. 25 HENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson Community College will host its sixth annual ‘Freaky Friday’ event from 5-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at the Preston Arts Center on HCC’s campus. The event is designed for children in grades K-5 and will include: “Our faculty and staff look… Read more: Henderson Community College to Host Free Family-Friendly ‘Freaky Friday’ Halloween Event - Kenergy to Host Member Appreciation Day October 16thKenergy invites all members to attend our annual Member Appreciation Day on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Members can visit the location closest to them and receive a free lunch including a sandwich, chips, cookie, and water along with a free bucket, light bulb, and night light while supplies last.… Read more: Kenergy to Host Member Appreciation Day October 16th
- Opening Soon: New Ramp toUS 41 Northbound
Ramps will be in their final configuration There’s good news for drivers in Henderson. The new ramp carrying traffic from KY 351 to northbound US 41 will soon open to traffic. The ramp is expected to open Friday, October 11. The new, reconfigured ramp is the fourth and final ramp that is part of a… Read more: Opening Soon: New Ramp toUS 41 Northbound - U.S. 60 Ramp Resurfacing Continues in OwensboroRamps 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… Read more: U.S. 60 Ramp Resurfacing Continues in Owensboro
- Madisonville man charged with murder in connection with baby’s death
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,… Read more: Madisonville man charged with murder in connection with baby’s death - Henderson County man killed in motorcycle versus deer collision
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… Read more: Henderson County man killed in motorcycle versus deer collision - Test scores in Kentucky show mixed results, including low performance in scienceFRANKFORT, 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… Read more: Test scores in Kentucky show mixed results, including low performance in science
- Gov. Beshear Designates October as Manufacturing Month in KentuckyIndustry is driving job creation throughout the commonwealth FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 2, 2024) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted October as Manufacturing Month in Kentucky as the industry continues to be a key factor in Kentucky’s record economic growth and job creation with more than 6,000 facilities statewide employing over 260,000 Kentuckians. “Kentucky plays an important… Read more: Gov. Beshear Designates October as Manufacturing Month in Kentucky
- Gov. Andy Beshear: ‘October Is National Pedestrian Safety Month’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… Read more: Gov. Andy Beshear: ‘October Is National Pedestrian Safety Month’
- Madisonville parents accused of abusing 11-year-old child
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… Read more: Madisonville parents accused of abusing 11-year-old child - Kentucky State Police Warn Motorists To Be Vigilant During Peak Deer MovementHENDERSON, 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… Read more: Kentucky State Police Warn Motorists To Be Vigilant During Peak Deer Movement
- Letcher County Sheriff accused of killing judge arraigned on murder chargeThe 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… Read more: Letcher County Sheriff accused of killing judge arraigned on murder charge
- Gov. Beshear: Kentucky State Police Honors Troopers and Officers at Annual Awards CeremonyHENDERSON, 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… Read more: Gov. Beshear: Kentucky State Police Honors Troopers and Officers at Annual Awards Ceremony
- Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Muhlenberg CountyBREMEN, Ky. Kentucky State Police are investigating a fatal collision at a train crossing that killed a Providence woman Thursday afternoon. At approximately 4:42 p.m. Thursday, the Muhlenberg County Sheriff’s Department requested KSP Post 2 investigate a fatal collision on Kentucky 70 about eight miles east of Madisonville. A preliminary investigation revealed that Roxana Allison, 37,… Read more: Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Muhlenberg County
- Craft vendors will soon descend on Audubon State ParkThe 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… Read more: Craft vendors will soon descend on Audubon State Park
- City of Morganfield Named Community of the Year; Regional Excellence Award Winners RecognizedThe 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.… Read more: City of Morganfield Named Community of the Year; Regional Excellence Award Winners Recognized
- Henderson man arraigned on murder charge in connection with deadly street raceA 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… Read more: Henderson man arraigned on murder charge in connection with deadly street race
- Schools close as search for gunman who wounded 5 people on Kentucky interstate drags into third dayLONDON, 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… Read more: Schools close as search for gunman who wounded 5 people on Kentucky interstate drags into third day
- City to Begin Scheduled Fall street milling and pavingThe 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… Read more: City to Begin Scheduled Fall street milling and paving
- Matthew 25 AIDS Services Awarded $3 Million CDC Grant to Enhance HIV and STI Prevention and Care in Western Kentucky
HENDERSON, KY — August 28, 2024 — Matthew 25 AIDS Services, Inc. (M25), a leading advocate for individuals living with HIV in Western Kentucky, is proud to announce it has been awarded a $3 million cooperative agreement grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This substantial funding, allocated over five years, will… Read more: Matthew 25 AIDS Services Awarded $3 Million CDC Grant to Enhance HIV and STI Prevention and Care in Western Kentucky - Swedish Match To Add 450 Jobs, Invest $232 Million in Owensboro OperationOWENSBORO, Ky. (Aug. 27, 2024) – Philip Morris International Inc. has announced its Swedish Match affiliate will expand its presence in Daviess County creating 450 direct jobs with a $232 million investment. Tuesday’s announcement was also the 5th largest investment project supported by Kentucky this year, according to the governor’s office. “I’m excited to see this… Read more: Swedish Match To Add 450 Jobs, Invest $232 Million in Owensboro Operation
- Westbound I-165 Ramp in Owensboro to be Blocked on Tuesday
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… Read more: Westbound I-165 Ramp in Owensboro to be Blocked on Tuesday - Owensboro man arrested in connection with drug trafficking charges
OWENSBORO, Ky. – Kentucky State Police have arrested an Owensboro man in connection with drug trafficking charges. Troopers executed a search warrant at a residence in the 300 block of Maple Street in Owensboro at around 9:30 a.m. Thursday. Troopers located large bags of suspected methamphetamine, counterfeit Percocet pills believed to be Fentanyl, synthetic marijuana, marijuana,… Read more: Owensboro man arrested in connection with drug trafficking charges