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Memorial Service celebrating Henry Lackey’s life set for April 18th

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Henry Lackey will be held on Saturday, April 18th at the Presbyterian Church in downtown Henderson. Visitation will begin at 1:30 p.m. The service will start at 2:30 p.m. with a reception to follow in the church’s fellowship hall. The family invites everyone to join in honoring […]

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Henderson Community College Welcomes Kaelin Hildreth as Events Coordinator 

HENDERSON, Ky. – Kaelin Hildreth is Henderson Community College’s new events coordinator. In this role, Hildreth will plan, organize and execute a wide range of campus and community events, including performances and programs at the Preston Arts Center on HCC’s campus. “We are excited to welcome Kaelin to HCC and the Preston Arts Center,” said

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Henderson Community College Welcomes Tiffany Jackson as Workforce Solutions Coordinator 

HENDERSON, Ky. – Tiffany Jackson is Henderson Community College’s new Workforce Solutions Coordinator. In this role, Jackson will support the development and coordination of workforce training initiatives, strengthen partnerships with local employers, and help align educational programs with regional industry needs. Jackson has 20 years of experience in healthcare administration and entrepreneurship, with a strong

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Henderson Police arrest man following brief foot pursuit

Henderson Police have arrested a man following reports of gunfire and a short foot pursuit over the weekend. At approximately 1:20 a.m. Saturday, officers responded to the area of Blue Ridge Drive regarding reports of gunshots and several individuals screaming. Witnesses and area surveillance footage identified a white Dodge Charger fleeing the scene at a

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ORX Tolling Body Holds Inaugural Meeting and Sets Initial Toll Rates

Henderson, Ky. (March 3, 2026) – The recently-created ORX Tolling Body, comprised of transportation and finance leaders from Indiana and Kentucky, met Tuesday and passed measures to prepare for the future start of all-electronic tolling for the I-69 Ohio River Crossing that will improve mobility, safety, and traffic flow. The three resolutions passed include setting

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25 Employers Recruiting Students at Feb. 25 Health Careers Fair

Henderson Community College is hosting a free Health Careers Fair featuring 25 healthcare employers and information on the various degree programs offered by HCC. HCC students, as well as the public, are invited to attend and visit information booths providing employment opportunities from area healthcare employers and HCC degree programs. This event will be held

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Viking Cruises adding Henderson as a permanent stop in 2027

HENDERSON, KY.  – Travelers can now book a 2027 Viking cruise that includes Henderson, Kentucky as a permanent stop, as the Viking Mississippi expands her itineraries to include the Ohio River. The move will bring hundreds of visitors from around the world to Henderson’s riverfront and marks a major milestone for the community’s tourism industry, according to the

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Former City of Henderson Mayor, WSON Owner Henry Lackey passes away at the age of 78

Former City of Henderson Mayor and former owner of WSON Henry Lackey died Thursday at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 78. Lackey served as mayor from 2003-2006. He was the owner of WSON radio station in Henderson for many years. Current WSON Owner Ed Henson

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Henderson man graduates from KSP Training Academy

A Henderson man recently graduated from the Kentucky State Police Training Academy. Nathan Francis of Henderson will also be assigned to KSP Post 16 in Henderson. Francis was one of 32 cadets to recently graduate from KSP’s Training Academy. During the graduation ceremony, KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett, Jr. commended the graduates for their determination and resilience throughout

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Stock Yards Bancorp and Field & Main Bancorp to Merge

Field & Main Bank is merging with Stock Yards Bancorp. Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc., parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Field & Main Bancorp, Inc., which is the parent company of Field & Main Bank. The all-stock transaction is expected to close during

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Man arrested on murder charge in connection with fatal Henderson shooting

A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Powell Street on Wednesday. Harold “JC” Farmer, 20, has been charged with murder in the death of James Culver, 73. Henderson Police Department said officers responded to a residence in the 1100 block of Powell Street at about midday Wednesday for

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“Holly Jolly” to film in downtown Henderson beginning January 29

Henderson, KY, January 15, 2026 — Goldenrod Film & TV will begin filming exterior scenes for “Holly Jolly,” a new Christmas comedy, in downtown Henderson starting January 29. Production will take place across Henderson and Owensboro over a one-week schedule, with the crew spending 3 to 4 days in Henderson. Local extras are being considered.

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Henderson man arrested in connection with December Downtown Motel shooting

A Henderson man has been arrested for assault in connection with a shooting that occurred at the Downtown Motel in late December. Henderson Police officers responded to the Downtown Motel on North Green Street on Dec. 28th in reference to a shooting. Officers found one person who had been shot. He was transported to a

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Kentucky agency establishes Tolling Body for the I-69 River Crossing Project

A Tolling Body has been established for the I-69 Ohio River Crossing Project. The Kentucky Public Transportation Infrastructure Authority approved an interlocal agreement to move the project forward by establishing a Tolling Body. The agency also approved updates to the Bi-State Development Agreement reached between the states last year. Gov. Andy Beshear advocated for the

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Overnight Lane Closures on SB U.S. 41 Bridge Tuesday Night in Henderson

HENDERSON, Ky. (January 12, 2026) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to conduct overnight guardrail repairs on the southbound Twin Bridge on U.S. 41 over the Ohio River in Henderson this week. Work is scheduled between 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, and 6 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14. Lane restrictions will be in

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