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Octagon Hall: A Haunting in the Hometown
Dive into the chilling history of Octagon Hall, a place that has been a school, a Civil War hospital, and a stop on the Underground Railroad. Uncover the eerie tales and haunting mysteries that shroud this historical landmark. Dare to watch?
Fencing contractor charged with theft after projects left unfinished
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A fencing contractor working in Tennessee and Kentucky is accused of taking off with peoples’ hard-earned money before ever starting the job. They are now turning to WSMV 4 Investigates to help warn others. Cross Line Fencing is based in Scottsville, Kentucky, according to its...
Springfield City-Wide Junk Collection Begins October 2
SPRINGFIELD, Tenn. – The City of Springfield will conduct its second of two planned city-wide junk collection pickups for 2023 beginning Monday, October 2 through Tuesday, October 31. The City of Springfield provides residents living within the city limits of Springfield junk collection pickup twice per year for larger...
New trial date set in murder-for-hire case
A new trial date has been set for two men accused of carrying out a murder for hire in Simpson County. Xavior Caine Posey and Freddy Gonzalez face the murder for hire charge in U.S. District Court in Bowling Green. Gonzalez is alleged to have paid Posey to kill Brian...
Events: Fall Fests, Car Shows, Trunk OR Treats, Civil War Reenactment, Church Bazaars & More
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – There are a lot of great upcoming community events and public announcements including Fall Festivals and Trunk OR Treats. Smokey Barn News has packaged them up for your convenience. Below is a breakdown of fun stuff to do starting this weekend…. If...
Franklin-Simpson Renaissance Inaugural Live on Main debuts with Conspiracy Theory, food and dancing
Live on Main is just as the name suggests. It takes place at The Roxy Theater on Main Street in downtown Franklin. The event is sponsored by Franklin-Simpson Renaissance and presented by Shawn Burton Music. “We love music here in Franklin and this is another event that gives local artists...
Lady Rebels Fall 1-0 at Mayfield in Regular Season Finale
The Todd County Central Lady Rebels now turn their attention to the soccer postseason as they finished out the regular season Saturday. The Lady Rebel defense allowed just one goal, but the offense could not find the net as they dropped a 1-0 decision at Mayfield. The win ended an...
Veteran of the Day U.S. Army Air Force Veteran Thomas Mantell Jr.
Thomas Mantell, Jr. was killed in a stateside crash while piloting a P-51 Mustang for the Kentucky Air National Guard near Franklin, Ky., on Jan. 7, 1948. The events surrounding the crash remain unclear. At the time, Mantell was said to be in pursuit of an unidentified flying object. Accounts of the incident varied, with many newspapers speculating about the events of that day.
Fatal Three-Vehicle Collision on Local Bowling Green Road Under Investigation
A serious collision on Bowling Green Road in Simpson County, Kentucky, is currently under investigation. The Kentucky State Police Post 3 in Bowling Green reported that the incident occurred on Saturday, September 23, 2023, involving three vehicles. An unidentified driver in a GMC pickup truck veered into the northbound lane, colliding with a Mazda car driven by a 17-year-old.
Fall tradition of hay art: Kentucky county celebrates 10th annual 'Bale Trail'
TODD COUNTY, Ky. (WTVF/CBS Newspath/WKRC) - A town celebrated its fall tradition of displaying unique art creations made of hay. Melissa Weathers owns the Billy Goat Hill restaurant in Elkton, Kentucky. The eatery sells beef cheeseburgers and crinkle-cut fries, among other dishes, and outside of the storefront is a giant hay bale cheeseburger.
Kentucky Downs bets on Accelecom for reliable connectivity
Sep. 30—LOUISVILLE — Accelecom, a leading next-generation communication solutions provider is proud to announce The Mint Gaming Hall at Kentucky Downs in Franklin, Kentucky, along with its locations in Bowling Green and Williamsburg, are seeing a surge in visitors seeking a variety of entertainment options. To ensure a seamless and promising future, the Mint Gaming Halls are making a significant investment in Accelecom's next-gen, secure, and scalable network solutions. By partnering with Accelecom, they are securing high-speed connectivity, guaranteeing the utmost satisfaction for their expanding clientele, which includes a new hotel and event center.
Commonwealth Blvd. Bridge in Warren County reopens following crash
Experience the aftermath of a major crash on the Commonwealth Blvd. Bridge in Warren County. Witness the reopening of the road and learn why motorists are being urged to exercise caution on the KY 3145 bridge. Stay informed about the ongoing shoulder closures.