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E. Hofmann Packaging Building taking shape

The Madisonville police are out with the details about the arrest of a person on Badgett Lane riding an electric bicycle with no front or rear lights . The officer also noticed Susan Black had the smell of alcohol, and appeared to be under its influence. After getting permission to do a search, Black was placed under arrest after the officer located a baggie of suspected meth, part of a pill thought to be a Lortab, and another pill thought to be Alprazolam.

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Madisonville-North Hopkins student chosen as 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar

Madisonville-North Hopkins High School is celebrating, after Alexavier Garrott has been named a 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar. According to officials, Garrott was selected by the U.S. Department of Education, and he is among just 161 high school graduates to earn the nationwide recognition. It recognizes exceptional academic achievement, leadership, citizenship, service and contributions to schools and communities.

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Madisonville unveils Veterans Hall of Fame, honors 13 Hopkins County vets

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WEHT) — At 1:00 p.m. Sunday, locals gathered at the new Veterans Hall of Fame on North Main Street in Madisonville for its official opening. Officials say the monument prominently displays names of 13 Hopkins County veterans, as it honors their service and preserves their legacies for generations to come. They added that […]

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First responders called to rollover semi crash in Daviess Co.

DAVIESS CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Drivers were urged to avoid Highway 144 after a semi rolled over near the U.S. 60 interchange Tuesday afternoon. We’re told the Daviess Co. Sheriff’s Office, Kentucky State Police and the Daviess Co. Fire Department responded. Sheriff Brad Youngman says the driver was...

Daviess County, KY · 4h

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Unmarked mass burials discovered in Daviess County

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — Only two headstones remain at a cemetery tucked right behind Mount Zion Cumberland Presbyterian Church, but the discovery of over 50 unmarked burials has researchers working around the clock to uncover the identities and stories of those laid to rest here. “I’m flabbergasted that there are that many people,” says […]

Daviess County, KY · 23h

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Madisonville’s Kentucky Sports Factory named in Sports Destination Management magazine

The Kentucky Sports Factory in Madisonville has earned a spot in in “Sports Destination Management”, as a 2026 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism. According to a news release, the Queen of Kentucky Volleyball Tournament was among the winners, which was produced in cooperation with Madisonville. That event brought athletes, families and fans to Hopkins County, and generated an estimated $505,000 in economic impact.

Madisonville, KY · 6h

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Madisonville to host annual Veterans Day ceremony Sunday

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WFIE) - City of Madisonville officials say they will be hosting their annual Veterans Day ceremony on Sunday. According to city officials, the ceremony is open to the public and will also be streamed live on the City of Madisonville Facebook page, allowing those unable to attend in person to participate virtually.

Madisonville, KY · 2d

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Henderson County school board member steps down days after reelection

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - One week after winning reelection, a Henderson County school board member says he is stepping down. District 2 representative Joe McGarrh resigned on Monday, according to an announcement. Officials say McGarrh began serving on the school board in January 2023 and went unopposed in the recent...

Henderson County, KY · 3h

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Madisonville-North Hopkins Qualifies Two Dance Teams for State Competition

Madisonville-North Hopkins will send two dance teams to the KHSAA State Dance Championships after both earned top-three finishes Saturday at the regional competition at Taylor County High School in Campbellsville. The Maroons finished second in the Pom division and third in the Hip Hop Small division, qualifying both teams for...

Madisonville, KY · 10h

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Distillery opening Friday in Henderson

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - The all-new Rhythm River Distillery is holding a ribbon cutting Friday in Henderson. It’s at 405 N. Main Street. Officials with Rhythm River say it’s been more than one hundred years since a bourbon distillery was in Henderson. Friday’s ribbon cutting is at at...

Henderson, KY · 5h

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Lady Storm look to continue success in 26-27

Hopkins County Central’s girls basketball program have enjoyed a resurgence since head coach Phillip Cotton took over in 2020 as the Lady Storm have made it to the 2nd Region Tournament in every season since then and have won four of the last six 7th District Championships. Going into this basketball season, Central will look to raise the bar in a tough 2nd Region.

Madisonville, KY · 22h

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Work on Twin Bridges bring new closures

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- For about month, drivers have become accustomed to traffic changes on the Twin Bridges. More construction started Monday on the southbound bridge. The work includes repairs to the bridge's support structure, rocker bearings and support beam. Until Wednesday night, traffic flow will feel and look about...

Henderson, KY · 22h

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Hopkins County Central Cheerleaders Finish Third at Region Competition

Hopkins County Central’s cheerleading squad turned in its highest regional score in four years Saturday, finishing third in the Game Day Large division at the Region 1 Cheerleading Competition at Owensboro High School. The Storm finished with an 88.90, just one point behind second-place Henderson County and narrowly missing...

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Water main hit in Henderson

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson County Water officials say a water main has been hit by a transportation crew. It happened Tuesday morning near 14614 KY Hwy 1078 South. Water service has been temporarily shut off from approximately 13305 to 14614 KY Hwy 1078 South while repairs are made. As...

Henderson County, KY · 5h

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Madisonville-North Hopkins Continues Region Cheer Title Run

Madisonville-North Hopkins will send two cheerleading squads to the state competition after both finished in the top two of their divisions at Saturday’s Region 1 Cheer Competition at Owensboro High School. The Lady Maroons won the Game Day Small division for the second consecutive year, while their All-Girls Small...

Madisonville, KY · 2d

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Transmission line planned to be built in eastern Henderson County

A 25-mile transmission line is planned to be built through eastern Henderson County, from the Reid substation on the site of Big Rivers in Webster County to a substation in Warrick County, Ind. Officials with the project say that it came about after the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, of MISO,...

Henderson County, KY · 2d

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Last World War II veteran in Muhlenberg County recognized for service

CENTRAL CITY, Ky. (WEHT) – Lu-Ray Park in Central City is filled with family, friends, and supporters of those who served in the armed forces. Those involved in conflicts beginning with World War II were recognized for their service. When called, each group would take a picture, holding up numbers associated with their names. Organizers […]

Central City, KY · 2d

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Scores Of Senior Home Delivered Meals Remain Suspended In WKY

Despite the reported downturn in funding, regional officials are trying to keep senior home delivered meals on the menu. During Monday afternoon’s Pennyrile Area Development District meeting in Hopkinsville, Aging & Independent Living Director Amanda Stokes gave comprehensive update on the program’s current state, and where leadership plans to go from here.

Hopkinsville, KY · 5h

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Bartolomei, McDowell lead LaRue County romp

Romeo Bartolomei, Braylin McDowell and the LaRue County Hawks made quick and efficient work of the Webster County Trojans Friday night. Bartolomei and McDowell each accounted for two touchdowns and the Hawks scored the first six touchdowns of the night in a 49-12 romp of the Trojans in the opening round of the Class 3A state playoffs.

Hodgenville, KY · 1d

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