SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – One man is facing multiple charges after a reported motorcycle pursuit in Allen County on Monday. According to a uniform citation, the Allen County Sheriff’s Office observed a motorcycle traveling on Blankenship Road at a high rate of speed. Authorities say after losing visual, a caller later reported seeing the motorcycle speeding near the intersection of Union…
ADOLPHUS, Ky. – An Allen County man is charged with fleeing police on a motorcycle on Monday. According to a uniform citation, the South Central Kentucky Drug Task Force observed a motorcycle operator wanted on warrants turning onto Macedonia Road toward Tennessee. Authorities say the detective attempted a traffic stop, however, the motorcycle fled at a high rate of speed….
GLASGOW, Ky. – Barren County Schools has named Erika DeVore as the district’s new director of instruction, federal programs and after-school programming. According to the district, DeVore brings over 20 years of experience in education. Since 2017, school officials say DeVore served as principal of Eastern Elementary School, where she was been recognized for her commitment to student achievement, instructional…
Photo source: Hart County Emergency ManagementHART COUNTY, Ky. – One Hart County roadway remained closed due to flooding. According to Hart County Emergency Management, KY-728 between Cave Hill Road and Smith’s Cemetery Road is underwater and impassable. Officials ask motorists to drive with caution and not move road barriers. For further Hart County road updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/HartCountyEM/.
FRANKFORT, Ky. – Governor Andy Beshear, in accordance with a proclamation from the White House, is ordering flags at all state office buildings to be lowered to half-staff to honor Senator Lindsey Graham. Sen. Graham died at 71 “from a brief and sudden illness” on Saturday evening. Flags will remain at half-staff until 6 pm Saturday.
Source: Canva. FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police has launched a new podcast, titled “Trooper Talk,” to invite Kentuckians to conversations. According to the Kentucky State Police, each episode will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the agency through candid conversations with those who serve. It will also cover crime prevention tips, public safety insights and information about career opportunities…
GLASGOW, Ky. – Barren County Schools (BCS) students received national honors at the National Beta Convention in Nashville. According to BCS, students earned awards across academics, fine arts, leadership, and performing arts while representing their schools and community on the national stage. Thousands of students from the United States competed at the annual convention. “Our students continue to show what…
FRANKFORT, Ky. – A former Elliot County ambulance service director was indicted on theft and tampering with public records Monday. According to the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office, 40-year-old Michael Burling of West Liberty is accused of fraudulently using employer funds and falsifying records between January 2018 and May 2024, according to court records. Elliot is the former Elliot County Ambulance…
LEITCHFIELD, Ky. – A Leitchfield man is facing multiple charges after crashing and allegedly fleeing the scene. According to a report by K105, a uniform citation states Leitchfield police were dispatched Sunday morning around 3:20 a.m. to the 6600 block of Anneta Road after a vehicle was located “covered in mud (and) stuck in a yard.” The citation further stated…
PORTLAND, Tenn. – A woman is facing child endangerment and drug possession charges following a welfare check. According to the Portland Police Department (PPD), officers responded to a welfare check and possible illegal drug activity at a home on July 11. PPD says officers located a child living in unsafe conditions. During the investigation, officers also located suspected illegal narcotics…
