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Ohio County advocates warn of scams targeting older adults

Local advocates say scammers are targeting older adults in Ohio County through methods, including fake family emergencies and gift card schemes, and that some victims are losing their life savings. Why It Matters. Whittaker described one area couple who lost $800,000 to a scammer. She said isolation and loneliness can...

Ohio County, KY · 22h

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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 · 22h

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Devastating house fire claims life of Butler Co. woman

A woman has perished in a devastating Butler County house fire. The fire occurred Sunday morning at approximately 3:10 at 6731 Bowling Green Road (Hwy 231), about seven miles south of Morgantown, as multiple fire departments from the area responded to the blaze. The two-story home was fully engulfed in...

Butler County, KY · 8h

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Last World War II veteran in Muhlenberg County recognized for service

Lu-Ray Park in Central City is filled with family, friends, and supporters of those who served in the armed forces.

Central City, KY · 2d

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UPDATE: 1 found dead during ongoing structure fire in Butler County

BUTLER COUNTY, Ky. – One fatality has been confirmed as a fire continues burning in Butler County, officials say. According to the Butler County Coroner’s Office, the victim has been identified as 74-year-old Wilma Friel. The coroner’s office states she has been transported to the medical examiner’s office...

Butler County, KY · 2d

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These 6 Kentucky malls changed in big ways in 2026, and not all of it was good news.

Florence Mall, 60 percent vacant and split five ways. In 1976 Homart, the real estate company of Sears, built Florence Mall as a two-level enclosed mall beside Interstate 75 and Kentucky Route 18 in Florence, Kentucky. After a renovation in 1994, the mall moved its food court into a bigger...

Florence, KY · 1d

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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 · 4h

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The Local 3 in Owensboro: November 9 – November 15

Three floors, nearly 350 booths, and endless treasures to discover!. Get ready for the 13th annual show, returning November 13-15 for its biggest year yet! With nearly 350 booths and more than 200 vendors, this year’s event is expanding to the third floor, giving shoppers even more room to browse and discover unique finds. Start on the main level or head upstairs and work your way down as you explore all the vendors have to offer. Show hours are Friday from 2:00 – 7:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Owensboro, KY · 1d

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Apollo High senior accepted into US Air Force Academy

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — An Owensboro student has earned the opportunity of a lifetime. Apollo High School senior Kassi Hirt has been accepted to the United States Air Force Academy. She is the first person from Owensboro to attend the Air Force Academy. Hirt will be a part of 1,100 students in the academy making […]

Owensboro, KY · 1d

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Nearly $25K raised for new Butler County animal shelter

MORGANTOWN, Ky. (WNKY) — Friends of Butler County Animals is one step closer to building a new home for the Butler County Animal Shelter after its first “Blueprints for Pawprints” fundraiser brought out more than 120 people Saturday and raised nearly $25,000. The fundraiser featured barbecue from...

Butler County, KY · 21h

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OPD launches TikTok page

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — Owensboro Police are finding new ways to engage with the community. OPD has announced the start of their own TikTok page. The department says they noticed that the younger generation is very active on the app and they’re hoping to reach more young people. One officer says he hopes the new […]

Owensboro, KY · 20h

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1 dead after rollover crash in Logan County

LEWISBURG, Ky. – A Logan County man is dead after a crash. Sheriff Stephen Stratton said deputies responded to a reported single-vehicle collision at the intersection of KY 106 (Quality Road) and Mt. Pleasant Road in Lewisburg on Sunday at approximately 2:28 a.m. Stratton says deputies located a vehicle...

Logan County, KY · 1d

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Trigg County Cheerleaders Narrowly Miss State Berth With Third-Place Regional Finish (w/PHOTOS)

Trigg County came within five-hundredths of a point of qualifying for the state cheerleading competition Saturday, finishing third in the All-Girls Medium division at the Region 1 Cheer Competition at Owensboro High School. The Lady Wildcats scored 77.55, finishing just five-hundredths of a point behind second-place Lyon County and 2.45...

Trigg County, KY · 1d

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Owensboro Scoop: Dailey & Vincent – Candy Canes & Coal Tour

Looking for a little holiday music with a whole lot of bluegrass flair? Get ready for an afternoon of festive favorites, incredible harmonies, and award-winning musicianship as Dailey & Vincent bring their Candy Canes & Coal Tour to the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum on Sunday, December 13!

Owensboro, KY · 1d

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Crittenden County Takes 7th at Region Cheer Competition (w/PHOTOS)

Crittenden County’s cheerleading squad improved significantly over last year’s performance Saturday, finishing seventh in the Game Day Small division at the Region 1 Cheerleading Competition at Owensboro High School. The Lady Rockets posted a score of 75.50, finishing 3.1 points behind sixth-place Paducah Tilghman and 4.1 points outside...

Crittenden County, KY · 1d

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Todd County Central Places 4th at Region Cheer Competition (w/PHOTOS)

Todd County Central’s cheerleading squad turned in one of its strongest performances of the season Saturday, finishing sixth among 15 schools in the Game Day Small division at the Region 2 Cheer Competition at Owensboro High School. Competing in what is considered Kentucky’s toughest cheerleading region, the Lady Rebels...

Todd County, KY · 2d

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Date set for Owensboro 2026 Christmas tree lighting

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — A date has been set for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony at smothers park in Owensboro. Officials say people can enjoy Christmas carols from the Kentucky Youth Chorale, a preview of Owensboro Dance Theatre’s Nutcracker and the dancing lights spectacle. The tree lighting is set for 5 p.m. on November […]

Owensboro, KY · 20h

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Pet of the Day: Princess

For your pet of the day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank and Trust, we would like you to meet Princess. Princess is a one-year-old pit bull with a big smile and even a bigger heart. This 40-pound sweetheart came to the shelter as a stray, but now she’s searching...

Morgantown, KY · 1d

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Union County Claims Region Cheer Title (w/PHOTOS)

Union County won its first regional cheerleading championship in three years Saturday, taking the Game Day Large division title at the Region 1 Cheerleading Competition at Owensboro High School. The Bravettes scored 90.60, finishing seven-tenths of a point ahead of runner-up Henderson County, which scored 89.90. Union County earned top...

Union County, KY · 1d