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SOMERSET, Ky. – One person is dead after an explosion at a Pulaski County home. Around 10 a.m. Sunday morning, crews responded to the 200 block of Hidden Crest Drive in Somerset, Kentucky for a reported explosion. First responders say they found one man dead at the scene. In a press release, Pulaski County sheriff Bobby Jones says they found…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man has been indicted on charges related to sexual abuse of a juvenile. According to court documents, 27-year-old Trey N. Thompson was indicted May 1, 2024 on first-degree sexual abuse and first-degree sodomy. A uniform citation states the charges stem from a case involving a juvenile in June 2021. At the time of…
GLASGOW, Ky.- Glasgow firefighters responded to a reported house fire Monday morning, according to officials. In a release by chief William Rock with the Glasgow Fire Department, first responders confirmed they were dispatched to the 300 block of Trappers Trail. The homeowner advised the couch was on fire, officials say, which firefighters worked to extinguish. No injuries were reported, according…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU men’s basketball has announced the hiring of Josh Newman as assistant coach for the upcoming 2024-25 season. Newman joins the staff at WKU following a stint at University of the Pacific in Stockton, Calif. from 2021-2024. While at Pacific, Newman served as an assistant for the Tigers in the 2021-22 and 2022-23 seasons before being elevated…
WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – One man has been rescued after falling into a sinkhole near the 7500 block of Plano Road on Monday, according to sheriff Brett Hightower with the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. Hightower confirmed deputies were responding to the scene around 3:25 p.m. According to the Plano Volunteer Fire Department, the man slipped into the 30-foot sinkhole and…
EAST LANSING, Mich. – Lady Topper junior Catie Craig finished the first round of the NCAA Women’s Golf Regional in East Lansing on Monday afternoon. Craig posted a 5-over 77 in the opening round of the Regional. Throughout the day, she met par 12 times and put in a birdie on her eighth hole. The Lady Topper is currently tied for 51st heading…
Photo Credit: Mammoth Cave National ParkUPDATE MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky.– Maintenance work on the Green River Ferry at Mammoth Cave National Park originally scheduled for May 7 and May 8 has been postponed due to the possibility of inclement weather. The Green River Ferry will operate on a normal schedule. A temporary closure to allow replacement of the guide cables for…
LEITCHFIELD, Ky. – The Leitchfield Police Department is seeking information from the public. On the evening of Saturday, May 4 at approximately 11:30 p.m., three unknown men entered the enclosed area at Renegade Marine. Shortly after, three trucks sped into the lot. Within minutes, the three trucks exited the lot with three boats in tow. According to police, the…
WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – It’s Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week for the Warren County Public School district! To celebrate, the Warren East High School Student Ambassador team has compiled a list of discounts available to all Warren County Public School employees: Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Free mini one topping sundae. Show your WCPS ID to redeem. Chick-Fil-A Choice of:…
