WBW: Bigger is Not Better
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Charges against world’s top golfer Scottie Scheffler dropped after arrest outside PGA Championship
By DYLAN LOVAN Associated Press
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Criminal charges against Scottie Scheffler have been dismissed, ending a legal saga that began with images of the world’s top male golfer being arrested and handcuffed in Louisville during the PGA Championship. Jefferson County Attorney Mike O’Connell, a local prosecutor, asked a judge Wednesday afternoon to drop the four charges against Scheffle, who was not required…
Synergy Home is collecting food for ‘God’s Pantry’, we are joined by owner Jamie Clark with details
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Jessica Munoz and Sarah Rowe join us with details on October’s ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’
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Winchester Police Department reminding the community about sign ordinance
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Winchester Police Department in Clark County is reminding the community about the city’s sign ordinance. Police emphasize signage such as political signs, yard sale posters, and lost animal flyers are not allowed on city properties, including utility poles and stop signs. Officers state any signs found in violation of the ordinance will be…
Last day of school before summer break for Fayette County
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Wednesday is the last day of class for Fayette County Public Schools students. Starting Thursday, students will be on summer break for the next several months before returning to school in August. Meanwhile, high school graduation ceremonies are scheduled for Thursday and Friday at Rupp Arena downtown. The ceremonies start at 10 AM on…
Search for suspects in scam investigation in Paris, Kentucky
PARIS, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – In Bourbon County, police are searching for several suspects accused of trying to scam people outside a gas station. The Paris Police Department reports the suspects were caught on camera Monday outside the BP gas station on the Bypass. Investigators say the suspects were allegedly pretending to raise money for a school drug program…
Telephone scam alert in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A scam alert has been issued by Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control. The organization warns scammers are calling people and attempting to solicit money using their phone number, with the exact number showing up on caller ID. Animal Care and Control officials emphasize they would never ask for money over the phone. They also…
Special Olympics summer games return to EKU
MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) -In Madison County, the Special Olympics State Summer Games are returning to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) in Richmond this week. Organizers expect more than a thousand Special Olympics athletes and over 500 volunteers from across the state to participate. The games will take place from Friday through Sunday, with a number of events leading…
Seasonably cooler day on Wednesday
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has the latest in your full ABC 36 Storm Team forecast
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Wednesday! Temperatures take a hit today with afternoon highs struggling to reach the low 70s. There will be an isolated chance of a few midday and afternoon rain showers but most locations will stay dry. We should be in the upper 70s for late May, but many areas may struggle to get…
Lexington FD talks preventing more drug overdoses in the city
LEXINGTON, KY. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — “I like to think that the number of overdose fatalities going from 210 to 179 is a reflection of the work that we’ve all been doing,” says Captain Seth Lockard with the Lexington Fire Department. A new Amethyst Recovery report claims Kentucky is one of the bottom 10 states in the country when…
Mandy Williamson shows us how to make a bee bath for your garden on Mom to Mom
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Temporary closure of Manchester Street for Town Branch Park construction
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A short section of Manchester Street, formerly known as South Jefferson Street, will be temporarily closed to traffic for construction related to Town Branch Park. This closure is expected to last until early fall. The construction is part of a project to improve access to the future site of Town Branch Park. Work along…
Update on crash investigation at Versailles Road and Hamilton Park in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – An investigation is underway following an early morning crash in Lexington. Crews were dispatched to reports of a flipped vehicle, and the driver was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver has been charged with DUI, first-degree wanton endangerment, trafficking of synthetic drugs, and driving without a license. The driver’s identification will…
North Lime, Krispy Kreme and Frank’s Doughnut Tasting with Mason King
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Kentucky History Treasures looks at a Civil War era ledger book used by the Union army
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Crews restoring power in multiple counties in Eastern and Western Kentucky
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Governor Beshear tours storm damage in Hopkins County
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Fire damages home investigation in Manchester/Clay County
MANCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The investigation continues into a fire that damaged a trailer park home in Clay County. The fire department reported that the incident occurred Monday afternoon in Manchester. When firefighters arrived on the scene, flames were coming from both sides of the home. Fortunately, everyone inside at the time made it out safely, and no…
Five names added to Memorial Wall at Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – In Frankfort, five new names were added to the Kentucky National Guard Memorial Wall during a Memorial Day ceremony held Monday. The ceremony took place outside the Boone National Guard Center on Minuteman Parkway. The wall honors Kentucky National Guard men and women who have died in the line of duty. The newly added…
Raising awareness for suicide in the military
According to research done at the University of Kentucky, suicide stands as the leading cause of violent death among veterans, particularly among older and rural-dwelling veterans. “While we are a veteran based group, because most of us are veterans, and that happens to be the focus of us. This is bigger than just veterans. I mean, you know, mental health…
Crash investigation on Versailles Road and Hamilton Park in Lexington
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Shots fired investigation on Cambridge Drive in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Officers responded to a call around 12:15 AM Tuesday morning reporting shots fired on Cambridge Drive. Upon arrival, police did not find anyone injured. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Categories: Community, Featured, GMK, Local News, News Tags: ABC36 News Now, Investigation, Lexington, Lexington Police, local news, News, shots fired