FOF hosts Annual Chuck Williams Auction

Lexington, Ky. (WTVQ) — Christmas is just a couple of weeks away and the Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters are hard at work getting everything ready for their annual toy drive. On Sunday the FOF hosted their Annual Chuck Williams Auction at the North Pole. The auction was named in honor of firefighter Williams who lost his life in the…

“We are going to get the job done”: Governor Beshear recalls devastating 2021 tornadoes in Western Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ)- It’s been two years since devastating tornadoes ripped through western Kentucky in December 2021, killing 81 people and damaging hundreds of homes and buildings. The tornadoes hit Mayfield, Dawson Springs, and Bowling Green areas the hardest. Now two years later, the rebuilding efforts continue. Governor Andy Beshear giving an update on the progress being made Sunday,  saying…

Former Kentucky governor Julian Carroll dies at 92

FRANKFORT, Ky (WTVQ)- Former Kentucky Governor Julian Carroll has died, according to a statement from the family. The family says Carroll passed away early Sunday morning at Frankfort Regional Medical Center. Carroll began his journey in the United States Air Force and was a graduate of the U.K. Law School in 1956. Caroll served five terms in the state House…

#16 Kentucky bounces back in Philly

Philadelphia (WTVQ) — After a shocking loss last week to UNCW, #16 Kentucky bounced back with a win against Penn at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia Saturday afternoon. Aaron Bradshaw had his breakout game, leading the team with a double-double; 17 points, 11 rebounds, and three blocks. The Wildcats win with a final score of 81-66.   Categories: More…

Lexington woman receives Christmas surprise

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — In addition to caring for their patients, caregivers at CHI Saint Joseph Health go the extra mile during the holiday season, surprising 42 local families with gifts for Christmas. “I see a lot of sadness around this time, a lot of depression with families that can’t make ends meet and then when we call them up…