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Ohio County Police Investigating Armed Robbery at Raceway Market, Suspect on the Loose
An armed robbery suspect is on the loose in Ohio County, driving a black Mercedes. The masked individual targeted Raceway Market in McKenry, escaping with an undisclosed amount of money. Authorities warn the suspect is armed and dangerous. Any information should be reported to the sheriff's office.
Former Police Chief Facing Several Charges
Hartford Kentucky’s police chief has been indicted and arrested on numerous charges. Chief Brent Lindsey was placed on leave a month ago as a criminal investigation proceeded. Some time back, investigators with the Pennyrile Narcotics Task Force received complaints about the chief concerning drugs. Lindsey faces counts of tampering...
Grayson County Man Arrested for Drug Possession and DUI in Ohio County
A traffic stop in Ohio County escalates to a drug arrest as authorities discover suspected meth paraphernalia, empty alcohol containers, and a firearm in a vehicle. The driver, a 60-year-old from Grayson County, now faces multiple charges including drug possession and DUI.
Discovering Morgantown: A Charming and Affordable Neighborhood in Butler County
Welcome to Morgantown, a charming town in Kentucky with a population of 2,761. Nestled in Butler County, Morgantown offers residents a suburban rural mix feel, making it an ideal place to call home. Whether you're a family or a retiree, Morgantown has something to offer for everyone. Let's dive into the various aspects of this neighborhood and discover what makes it so special.
The Oldest Counties in KY and How to Learn the Age of the One You Live In
I might just make your head spin a little with this, so screw it on tight. Here we go. If you live in Daviess County KY, you live in one of the oldest counties in the Commonwealth. But get this...Daviess County is NOT one of our oldest counties. If you live in Warren County KY, you live in one of the oldest counties in the Commonwealth, but Warren County is NOT one of our oldest counties.
NKY receives $3.6 million in KY Product Development Initiative funding for new CVG cargo warehouse
Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday announced final approval for the initial round of a new Build-Ready site development initiative as six projects supporting economic development and job growth in eight counties were approved for nearly $5 million in state funding.
Loss, recovery and rebuilding: Governor Beshear reflects on the aftermath of the December 10, 2021 tornado
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – On Thursday, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear provided an update on recovery efforts in Western Kentucky ahead of this weekend’s 2-year anniversary of the EF-4 tornado that struck the region in 2021. The tornado claimed the lives of 81 people as it made its way...
NTSB publishes report detailing crash that killed Kentucky Eagle Scout and instructor
EVANSVILLE — At 10:40 p.m. on Sept. 27, a young flight instructor and his student were cruising at an altitude of 4,500 feet in a single-engine Piper PA28 aircraft, conducting a nighttime cross-country flight over Kentucky. Nine minutes later, the Piper's transponder ceased to operate: The aircraft and its...
Survivor Mama Dog Has Been at a Kentucky Shelter for Six Months & Needs a Christmas Miracle
Meet Athena. Athena has been at the Daviess County Animal Care and Control longer than any other dog at the facility. For the last four months she has been there- waiting, hoping that someone will fall in love with her and give her a forever home. And what’s not to fall in love with? This dog is a warrior. Her story is that of a survivor. Athena’s a mom who fought all the odds to give birth to seven puppies, feed and care for them and, all the while, fight back from the brink of death. This is Athena’s story.
Kentucky Teenager Wins National ATV Award and Puts ‘Fear’ In His Competitors
A Daviess County, Kentucky teenager landed a massive award over the weekend in Ohio. Stiles West, who’s a freshman at Daviess County High School, competes on the ATV National Motocross circuit and races around the country. The format is very similar to NASCAR and motorcycle racing circuits like the MotoGP. Racers compete in a series of events and accumulate points for performance and placement. Those points, at the close of the racing season, determine the overall champion.
Teen Club aims to raise $32,000 to fight hunger in schools
Club gears up for February’s popular Penguin Plunge fundraiser, but works to fight food insecurity every week. The 4-H Teen Club is gearing up for another Penguin Plunge, and while watching people jump in the frigid waters of the Central City outdoor pool in February is a good time, the reason for the event is not all fun and games. Through partnerships with the school district, the food pantry and their distributor, and city officials who make the plunge possible, students who live with food insecurity are able to take a little something extra home each week thanks to these efforts.
Open Your Homes and Hearts: The Cats Of cromwell, KY Need You!
Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around cromwell.
Daviess County 911 urging residents to sign up for Smart911
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — If you live in Daviess County, there’s a way you can help out your first responders that not many people know about. Just a few minutes of your time can make all the difference in the event of an emergency. Owensboro-Daviess County Central Dispatch...
Daviess County Residents: Early Vehicle Renewals Advised Ahead of New Info System Transition
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to update the state's vehicle information database in early January. They will replace a 40-year-old system with the Kentucky Automated Vehicle Information System (KAVIS). This change will cause a brief halt in motor vehicle services, impacting vehicle and boat registrations, titling and transfers, disabled parking permits, and license plates.