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Local News: Thursday, November 12th, 2026

The Mt. Vernon High School Performing Arts Department is inviting the community to experience a beloved literary classic as students prepare to present Little Women tonight through Saturday. Based on a classic novel, Little Women tells the story of the four March sisters as they navigate growing up, chase their dreams, and discover the importance of family, love, and sisterhood. The heartwarming production features a student cast who have been working hard to bring this timeless story to life on stage. Performances will be held at the Mt. Vernon High School Performing Arts Center, with showtimes scheduled for tonight and tomorrow night at 7:00 PM. There are two performances on Saturday at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students. Families, alumni, and community members are encouraged to attend and show their support for Mt Vernon High School's student performers. For tickets and additional information, scan the QR code on the official production flyer.

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KY elementary cheerleaders' chant sparks discussion on religious expression. What to know

A Crittenden County Junior Pro Cheerleading coach called for a school district review after she said a principal objected to elementary-age cheerleaders chanting “We’re Team Jesus” during a school hallway celebration. After the coach shared her stance on social media, the district said there was a miscommunication over policies on student expression. FULL STORY: KY cheerleaders chanted in school hallway, ‘We’re team Jesus.’ Why it led to concern Here are five things to know from the story: The chant happened Monday at Crittenden County Elementary School during a walk-through honoring the third- and fourth-grade Junior Pro cheerleading squad after their first-place finish in a competition over the weekend. Coach Brittany Buell-Schneider said the chant was unplanned and started by the girls themselves. She said the principal told her, “we will never be able to do that again.” Superintendent Tonya Driver said students have the right to express personal beliefs during the school day, as long as the expression is student-led and nondisruptive. Under Kentucky law, public school students can voluntarily pray and share religious or political viewpoints in assignments, speech, literature and clothing, provided they don’t disrupt or coerce others. Driver said district and school leaders will review policies on

Crittenden County, KY · 1d

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Recently reelected Henderson County Schools Board of Education member resigns

McGarrh's seat will be filled in accordance with Kentucky law and board policy.

Henderson County, KY · 3d

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Maroons have tough test in Bowling Green

Coming off of a game that tested Madisonville North Hopkins’ physical and mental game on the gridiron, the Maroons will face another formidable opponent on Friday as they will travel to Bowling Green High School to take on the Purples in the second round of the Class 5A UK HealthCare Sports Medicine State Football Tournament. While Madisonville defended its home turf against Grayson County 22-14, Bowling Green hosted Apollo and took care of the Eagles 63-38.

Bowling Green, KY · 1d
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Lindsey Wilson University Student Receives ‘A Very Pleasant Surprise’

COLUMBIA, KY. (11/13/2026) Lindsey Wilson University student Alexavier Garrott ’30 was surprised to learn that he had been named a 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar. “I kind of assumed I didn’t get it, because they said that by June they would have the news out,” said Garrott, who is an agribusiness and sustainability and environmental studies double major from Madisonville, Kentucky.

Madisonville, KY · 22h

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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 · 3d

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Leaders Seek To Rename Trigg County Gymnasium As ‘Jim Wallace Arena’

A public, impassioned call from two of the district’s most decorated former coaches could lead to the renaming of Trigg County High School Gymnasium. During Thursday night’s Board of Education meeting, retired skippers and noted officials Mike Wright and George Radford implored members to “seriously consider” changing the recently renovated sports facility and community heart to “Jim Wallace Arena” — forever honoring what many consider to be among Trigg County’s finest-ever citizens.

Trigg County, KY · 22h

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Owensboro Innovation Academy students adapt toys for children with disabilities

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - Wendell Foster, a local nonprofit organization serving people with disabilities, and Owensboro Innovation Academy are partnering again this holiday season for Rewired for Joy. According to a press release, Rewired for Joy is an innovative program that provides adapted, switch-operated toys at no cost to children...

Owensboro, KY · 14h

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Owensboro Catholic is Caldwell’s ‘State Championship Game’

Caldwell County head coach Aaron McClung knows his team faces a tall task Friday night at Owensboro Catholic. But the contest also offers a lot of opportunity for the Tigers, who will look to spring an upset in the second round of the Class 2A playoffs. Caldwell is 9-2 this...

Owensboro, KY · 13h

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Hopkins County Director of School Counseling selected as 2026 Outstanding School Counselor

The National Weather Service says a strong cold front will push through tomorrow evening dropping temperatures into the freezing zone. In Frankfort, State Senator Robby Mills says he is grateful that his colleagues have allowed him to continue to serve as the Majority Caucus Chair for another 2 years. In fact, the Senate Majority Caucus’ five leaders will continue serving in their current roles for the upcoming term. Senator Mills serves as the Senate Majority Caucus Chair. He says Senate President Robert Stivers has helped guide income tax reductions, pension reforms and increased funding for public education, as well as energy reliability for the Commonwealth.

Hopkins County, KY · 2d

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Students surprise Paducah Middle principal with state award

PADUCAH — Paducah Middle School Principal Geco Ross received the Kentucky Educator Award on Tuesday, with the Kentucky Department of Education commending his leadership and dedication to education. According to KDE Director of Educator Recruitment and Development Veda Stewart, the Kentucky Educator Award includes a $500 cash prize, a...

Paducah, KY · 3d

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Trigg County An Important Part Of HCC’s Student Fabric

Since 1965, Hopkinsville Community College has played its role education thousands of the students and service members of south western Kentucky and the Pennyrile — turning college-age and non-traditional attendees toward skills, trades and educational pathways across the world. And that’s certainly been true for Trigg County. During...

Trigg County, KY · 1d

WOMI Owensboro

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Your Vote Decides the Killer in This Reitz Theatre Mystery

A billionaire’s family gathers, someone ends up dead, and the audience decides who did it. Learn more about this unique Reitz HS play.

Owensboro, KY · 2d

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VIDEO – Ashleigh Cook On Lyon’s Return Trip to State

Lyon County’s cheerleading squad is headed to the state competition for the third straight year after finishing second at Saturday’s Region 1 competition in Owensboro. Senior captain Ashleigh Cook discussed their day on the mat in this YSE interview.

Lyon County, KY · 2d

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Hopkins County Central Dance Team Wins Regional Title, Qualifies Two Squads for State

Hopkins County Central’s High Voltage dance team continued its success at the KHSAA regional dance competition Saturday, winning the Pom division championship and finishing second in Hip Hop Large at Taylor County High School in Campbellsville. The Storm won the Pom division with a score of 85.73, finishing 6.88...

Campbellsville, KY · 3d

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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 · 4d

WEHT/WTVW

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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 · 4d

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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.

Madisonville, KY · 4d

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Warren Central's Regional Championship Game Just Got Seriously Personal After These Podcast Comments

Nba logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) A regional playoff showdown between Central Indiana rivals Center Grove and Warren Central just got hit with some serious off-field drama after a podcast dropped “disparaging and unacceptable comments” […]

Warren, IN · 2d

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Lawler Academic Team Whiz Kids champions

The Lawler Elementary School Academic Team came away big winners at the latest Whiz Kids competition in Hardin County. The annual event is a quick-recall contest for fourth- and fifth-grade students in the region. The Lawler Academic Team began the competition on October 28 with a win over Kingsolver Elementary,...

Hardin County, KY · 4d