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1 lucky winner can claim Kentucky Lottery ticket sold in Louisville

Source: Kentucky Lottery. LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A $100,000 winning Powerball ticket is available to claim in Kentucky. According to the Kentucky Lottery, the winning ticket was sold at Lickety Split Food Mart at 5440 New Cut Road in Louisvlle. Saturday, July 4’s winning Powerball numbers were 17 , 38, 46, 50, 69 and a Powerball of 20, lottery officials say….

Barren-Metcalfe Emergency Communications Center announces leadership transition

Source: City of Glasgow. BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The director of the Barren-Metcalfe Emergency Communications Center has announced her retirement. According to a release by the City of Glasgow, Beverly Harbison will retire on Friday, July 10 after serving for 20 years in that position. Harbison reportedly started as a dispatcher for the Glasgow Police Department and Glasgow Fire Department…

2 charged after allegedly living in Bowling Green home for sale

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Two people are behind bars after allegedly living in a home for sale in Bowling Green. According to a uniform citation, shortly before 9 a.m. on Sunday, deputies responded to a residence on Jenkins Road regarding an active burglary. Authorities say the caller stated a neighbor had contacted him and stated that 31-year-old Justin Meredith of…

Kiwanis Club hosts 55th annual Hayward Minton Thunderfest

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Thousands of spectators came together to celebrate our country at one of Warren County’s longest-running traditions over the weekend. The 55th annual Hayward Minton Thunderfest presented by the Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green and The Mint Gaming Hall was held Friday at Ephram White Park. The event drew approximately 10,000 people to the park to celebrate…

UPDATE: Russellville police reunite pig with owner

Photo source: Russellville Police DepartmentUPDATE: The Russellville Police Department says the pig has been reunited with its owner. — RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – The Russellville Police Department is hoping to reunite a “sweet little pig” with its owner. According to the department, a pig was found near The Flying Pig Coffee Shoppe located at 193 S Main Street. Police say the…

14 injured in I-24 crash in Christian County, authorities say

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – Christian County authorities are investigating a multiple-vehicle crash. According to Hopkinsville Fire/EMS (HFE), first responders reported to the scene of an accident involving an 18-wheeler and at least three vehicles at the 91-mile marker of I-24 westbound Sunday just before 4 pm. HFE says 14 patients are receiving treatment at local hospitals. All injuries are believed to…

Boating accident in Mercer County remains under investigation after man’s death

UPDATE July 23 at 2 p.m. MERCER COUNTY, Ky. – The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife has released further details surrounding a boat collision that occurred July 4 on Herrington Lake, resulting an one death and multiple other injuries. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife says the investigation remains active. Investigators continue to gather and evaluate evidence to determine the circumstances…

Laurel County authorities searching for two missing juveniles

LONDON, Ky. – The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is searching for two missing juveniles. According to a release, a Golden Alert has been issued for 17-year-old Alyssa Collins and 17-year-old Nevaeh Jones, who were last seen on Old Union Springs Drive at 2:20 am on Sunday. Authorities say they may be runaways. Collins is described as a 5’4″ female who…