SASSAFRAS, Ky. – One woman is dead following a crash early Friday in Knott County. According to the Kentucky State Police, troopers received a call shortly before 4 a.m. regarding a single-vehicle collision on KY-15 in the Sassafras community. Authorities say a preliminary investigation shows 39-year-old Melisa Slone of Garner was driving a vehicle southbound on KY-15 when the vehicle…
LOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – Something sweet is officially starting Friday, July 17 in Logan County. The 2026 Lemonade Stand Challenge is taking over Logan County, one stand at a time. According to organizers, sales support Isaiah 117 House of Logan/Simpson/Butler County. The nonprofit says it helps support foster children during what can be an uncertain time as they await moving…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – CASA of South Central Kentucky is hosting a Mini-Golf Tournament next week on Wednesday, July 23. The tournament will last from 3-9 p.m. at The Shack Mini Golf. When you play, you’re doing more than enjoying the evening—you’re helping CASA advocate for children in the community. According to CASA: Every player receives a free scoop of…
FRANKFORT, Ky. – A jury is recommending a life sentence for a man in a reported sexual abuse case involving a child. According to the Office of Attorney General Russell Coleman, following a two-day jury trial, 27-year-old Preston Coffey now faces a potential life sentence after being found guilty of first-degree rape, victim under 12, and first-degree sex abuse, victim…
Source: K105.GRAYSON COUNTY, Ky. (K105) – One woman was transported to a hospital after a crash in Grayson County on Wednesday, according to a report by K105. The report further states Leitchfield police and EMS responded to the crash around 3:45 p.m. in the 1600 block of Brandenburg Road. According to K105, authorities learned another vehicle rear ended a vehicle…
Source: Canva. UPDATE July 20: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration stated in an update Sunday that lab results showed a false positive in detection of cyclospora in a Taylor Farms de Mexico lettuce sample. The update was released after the FDA stated last week that consumers should avoid shredded lettuce at Taco Bell locations in several states. However, despite…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A project to widen KY 884 (Three Springs Road) from McCoy Place to Fieldstone Boulevard in Warren County is underway. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, utility companies have worked in the area for several months. As construction begins, transportation officials are asking drivers to expect additional utility and road crews along this section of KY…
PORTLAND, Tenn. – A man is charged with trespassing and drug possession, according to the Portland Police Department. According to PDD, officers responded to a subject check on Wednesday. Officers made contact with Brian Wayne Groves at the scene. Police say Groves previously trespassed on the property. Officers arrested Groves and located two suspected marijuana cigarettes inside his shirt pocket…
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation, located in Scottsville, is warning its members about scam calls. The corporation says members reported receiving phone calls stating they have not paid their bill and will have power disconnected if no payment is made immediately. According to Tri-County Electric, the calls are sometimes spoofing the company’s caller ID, meaning the call shows…
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A Scottsville man is behind bars after allegedly crashing into a home while under the influence. According to a uniform citation, the Allen County Sheriff’s Department responded Wednesday afternoon to 906 Cedar Hill Road for a report of a vehicle that had crashed into a house. Authorities say the driver, 31-year-old Mason Fox of Scottsville, was arrested…
