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Hart County Animal Shelter announces temporary closure due to kennel cough

Photo source: Hart County Animal ShelterMUNFORDVILLE, Ky. – The Hart County Animal Shelter says it is temporarily closed following a kennel cough outbreak. According to a social media post on Thursday, the shelter is currently quarantined to prevent the spread of the virus and to keep the animals safe. The shelter says intakes and adoptions of animals have been suspended…

Attorney General announces Election Fraud Hotline

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Attorney General Russell Coleman announced an Election Fraud Hotline ahead of the primary election Thursday. According to a release, the hotline is available for Kentuckians to report suspicious election law violations. The hotline is 1-800-328-VOTE (8683). An online form is also available. “Kentuckians can trust that our elections remain free, fair, and secure. Our investigators, prosecutors, and…

WKU Falls in Series Opener Thursday

NEWARK, Del. – WKU Baseball (28-25; 13-15 CUSA) fell to Delaware (18-34; 6-22 CUSA) 7-3 on Thursday evening at Bob Hannah Stadium. HOW IT HAPPENED Austin Haller led off the game on Thursday with a base hit. Reid Howard grounded to the shortstop on a fielder’s choice. Howard worked his way over to second on a wild pitch and the…

Portion of TVA investment to reduce energy bills at local schools

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A portion of funding from the Tennessee Valley Authority will benefit some area schools, according to a release on Thursday. According to the TVA, Lewisburg Elementary School in Logan County will receive $210,000, Warren Central High School will receive $10,000 and Cumberland Trace Elementary School will receive $10,000. A release by the organization states the funding…

Man charged with burglary of Dollar General in Laurel County

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. – One man is behind bars after an alleged burglary at a Dollar General in Laurel County. According to a social media post by Laurel County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff John Root, authorities arrested 34-year-old Darrel Holt of Danville on Wednesday morning about four miles north of London, Kentucky. Authorities say the arrest took place while a deputy…

Kentucky State Police Post 3 honors fallen troopers with wreath-laying ceremony

Source: Trooper Katan Parker, KSP Post 3. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – On Wednesday, the Kentucky State Police Post Three says it traveled to lay wreaths on graves of fallen troopers for National Police Memorial Week. According to Trooper Katan Parker, public affairs officer for KSP Post Three, the following law enforcement members were honored: Trooper William H. Barrett Trooper William…

Logan County roadway project moving closer to completion

Photo source: Kentucky Transportation CabinetLOGAN COUNTY, Ky. – A roadway project in Logan County is one step closer to completion. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, paving on KY 2376 near the Spa community has been completed. KYTC says 2.5 miles of the road are resurfaced. The project remains ongoing. KYTC asks motorists to drive with caution.

Several in custody as a result of massage business investigation in Louisville

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Several individuals are facing charges as the result of an investigation into an illicit massage business in Louisville, according to the Louisville Metro Government. According to the Louisville Metro Government’s website, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg made the announcement Wednesday, stating the indictments resulted thanks to the efforts of Louisville Metro Alcoholic Beverage Control, along with numerous local,…

City of Glasgow announces lane closure

GLASGOW, Ky. – The City of Glasgow announced a lane closure Thursday. According to a social media post, a section of North Race Street will close Friday and Saturday from 7 am to 4 pm. Crews will be working on repairs to the Arts and Antiques Building. Officials say the southbound lane will close to provide necessary space for a…