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Trafficking charges issued after stop in Crittenden County

A traffic stop in Crittenden County resulted in drug trafficking charges. The stop took place along Levias Road just after 11 p.m. Sunday. According to the report, the driver, Jackie L. Jones, was found in possession of over 238 grams of methamphetamine, along with marijuana, pain pills, scales, baggies, and $760 in cash.

Crittenden County, KY · 14h
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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.

Madisonville, KY · 20h
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The legend of the Beast of LBL lives on at first-ever Beast Fest

For centuries, people have told stories of beasts and monsters. Werewolves, shapeshifters, Mothman, Bigfoot and Dogman are all examples of this. In western Kentucky, the story is that of the Beast of Land Between the Lakes, and this year the Lake Barkley Tourist Commission will hold its first-ever Beast Fest, Nov. 13-14 at the Lyon County Convention Center in Eddyville.

Eddyville, 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 · 2h
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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 the same. However, starting Thursday […]

Henderson, KY · 19h

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Illinois police with credibility issues have arrested hundreds of people and testified in court at least 1,700 times

(CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS) – In 2024, Douglas Dyhrkopp, state’s attorney of Gallatin County in southern Illinois, began receiving complaints that a veteran law enforcement officer he’s repeatedly called to testify might be a problematic witness. “Some folks did not like some things that were going on with...

Gallatin County, IL · 1h

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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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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 […]

Madisonville, 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

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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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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 · 1d

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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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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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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 · 6h

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Caldwell County Wins Region 1 All-Girls Small Cheer Championship (w/PHOTOS)

Caldwell County won its first regional cheerleading championship in three years Saturday, taking the Region 1 All-Girls Small division title at Owensboro High School. The Lady Tiger cheerleaders finished with a score of 79.20, edging runner-up Madisonville-North Hopkins by 2.8 points to capture the regional title. The championship was Caldwell...

Caldwell County, KY · 1d

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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 · 19h

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Henderson to host community Thanksgiving dinner

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The city of Henderson will soon host a meal for the community. The Henderson Community Thanksgiving Dinner will take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on November 14 at the John F. Kennedy Community Center. The event is open to the public and the food is free. “Whether you’re gathering […]

Henderson, KY · 2d

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GAME STATS – Caldwell County 45 Hancock County 6

The Caldwell County Tigers captured a 45-6 victory over Hancock County Friday night in the first round of the Class 2A playoffs. Caldwell will travel to Owensboro Catholic this week. Here are the stats from Friday’s first-round game, courtesy of the Caldwell Stat Crew.

Hancock County, KY · 9h

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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...

Madisonville, KY · 1d

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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 · 1d