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Kentucky hospital plans $32M expansion

Kentucky hospital plans $32M expansion

Russell Springs, Ky.-based Russell County Hospital is set to break ground in October on the largest expansion in its more than 40-year history. The $32 million project will add approximately 30,000 square feet and renovate 7,000 square feet of...

Owner:  Jessica Cole
Rob Brydon’s Honky Tonk Road Trip review – proof that he doesn’t need Steve Coogan for a fun travelogue
Woman kidnapped in Pennsylvania found safe in Kentucky; husband in custody

Woman kidnapped in Pennsylvania found safe in Kentucky; husband in custody

A Pennsylvania woman has been found safe in Kentucky after a terrifying kidnapping ordeal.According to WLKY's CBS affiliate KDKA, 48-year-old Lydia Price ran into a police station in Scottdale, Pennsylvania, earlier this week, claiming her...

Owner:  Hearst Family
Kentucky’s Fall Tornado History Is a Stark Weather Reminder

Kentucky’s Fall Tornado History Is a Stark Weather Reminder

The 2025 spring severe weather season is one for the record books. The mid-March outbreak produced 14 tornadoes, six of which were rated EF-3. Of course, the big story around here was the historic Owensboro hailstorm. You can still see dented...

Owner:  Townsquare Media
Western Kentucky sweeps Missouri State volleyball in Conference USA matchup

Western Kentucky sweeps Missouri State volleyball in Conference USA matchup

Western Kentucky University defeated Missouri State in straight sets at the Hammons Student Center on Saturday, completing their Conference USA weekend series. The Hilltoppers won by set scores of 25-20, 25-13, and 25-14. WKU improved to a 13-4...

Owner:  Brian Timpone & Bradley Cameron
Fresno State edges Nevada in Wolf Pack's Mountain West opener, 20-17 
Student activists attempt encampment on U of L campus

Student activists attempt encampment on U of L campus

Editor’s note: This is a developing story; more information will be provided as it becomes available. By Jai’Michael Anderson Around 20 University of Louisville students arrived at Ekstrom Library before sunrise on Oct. 13 with tents in hopes of...

Owner:  University of Louisville
Kentucky man dies following crash on 25E

Kentucky man dies following crash on 25E

Published 1:33 pm Tuesday, September 30, 2025 A Kentucky man is dead following an early morning accident on U.S. 25E just south of Tom Ball Road in Tazewell on Sunday. According to a preliminary report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Merle T....

Owner:  Todd Carpenter & Canso Investment Counsel
Kentucky right fit for Spartans’ Norwood

Kentucky right fit for Spartans’ Norwood

Published 10:15 am Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By By LARRY VAUGHT / For the Daily News 1/4 Swipe or click to see more Courtney Norwood (left) got advice from South Warren teammate McLaine Hudson, a Kentucky commit, during her recruiting process....

Owner:  Todd Carpenter
Kentucky has kicked people off of food benefits using data that doesn’t tell the full story

Kentucky has kicked people off of food benefits using data that doesn’t tell the full story

A single mother who relied on federal food assistance lost her benefits in 2020 after Kentucky state investigators concluded she’d committed fraud. The state alleged she’d made multiple same-day purchases, tried to overdraw her account a few...

Owner:  Lousville Public Media & American Government
Government shutdown affecting visitors to Mammoth Cave, where most tours are closed

Government shutdown affecting visitors to Mammoth Cave, where most tours are closed

Around 700,000 people visited Mammoth Cave National Park last year. Until the shutdown ends, all underground cave tours are cancelled due to staffing. MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. — Kentucky's only national park is the site of the world's largest cave...

Owner:  TEGNA Inc.
Georgia defense rebounds with stifling performance in win over Kentucky

Georgia defense rebounds with stifling performance in win over Kentucky

The Georgia defense had a much better showing against Kentucky after a shaky performance against Alabama last week. The Wildcats converted just three of their 11 third downs, and before a touchdown against the Bulldogs’ backups with 1:51 left in...

Owner:  The Red & Black Publishing Company, Inc.
Georgia beats Kentucky after first home loss in years to Alabama

Georgia beats Kentucky after first home loss in years to Alabama

ATHENS, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 4: Gunner Stockton #14 of the Georgia Bulldogs warms up prior to the game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Sanford Stadium on October 4, 2025 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) ATHENS, Ga. - The...

Owner:  Murdoch Family
College Football Programs Don’t Go Through With First-Ever History Just Days Before It Was Supposed To Happen

College Football Programs Don’t Go Through With First-Ever History Just Days Before It Was Supposed To Happen

The disorganization here is diabolical. Kentucky State and Franklin Pierce originally had plans to play college football Saturday in Puerto Rico. However, only six days prior to kickoff, the teams have decided to move the game back to the good ol’...

Owner:  Tucker Carlson & Neil Patel
Kirby Smart calls Georgia OL a ‘mash unit’ after injury to Monroe Freeling vs. Kentucky
Why Dillon Bell's strong outing vs Kentucky wasn't surprising

Why Dillon Bell's strong outing vs Kentucky wasn't surprising

Georgia wide receiver Dillon Bell scored two touchdowns in the Bulldogs' win over Kentucky. Coach Kirby Smart praised Bell for his selfless attitude and patience this season. Bell made a notable one-handed catch during the game, a play designed...

Owner:  Gannett Co. Inc.
Bulldogs bounce back from first loss by cruising past Kentucky

Bulldogs bounce back from first loss by cruising past Kentucky

ATHENS, Ga. — Georgia's football team wasted no time showing it had moved on from a tough league loss to border rival and familiar foil Alabama. Versatile threat Dillon Bell and quarterback Gunner Stockton each rushed for a pair of touchdowns,...

Owner:  Walter E Hussman Jr.
No. 12 Georgia back in win column with victory over Kentucky
No. 12 Georgia bounces back from first loss of the season to beat Kentucky 35-14

No. 12 Georgia bounces back from first loss of the season to beat Kentucky 35-14

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Gunner Stockton and Dillon Bell each had a pair of touchdown runs, leading No. 12 Georgia… ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Gunner Stockton and Dillon Bell each had a pair of touchdown runs, leading No. 12 Georgia to a 35-14 victory over...

Owner:  Stanley S. Hubbard
Bike hit by vehicle in Murray, Ky.

Bike hit by vehicle in Murray, Ky.

MURRAY, Ky. (KFVS) - A collision Monday morning in Murray, Kentucky sent one person to the hospital. According to the Murray Police Department, officers responded to Coldwater Road at around 10:30 a.m. on October 13 for a report of a crash....

Owner:  Gray Television Inc.

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