Britany Beshear’s Eastern Kentucky Toy Drive, Annie Brown In-Studio 12/12/2022
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Large storm to bring rain and then potential for snow showers this week..
Unfortunately, our gloomy conditions look to remain with us as we head into the second half of the weekend. However, after a chance for morning sprinkles on Sunday, rain chances come to an end with some clearing possible late in the day. Cool December sunshine looks to return to start the workweek with highs warming from the 40’s on Monday…
One Year Later: Gov. Beshear recalls deadly tornado outbreak in Western Kentucky
Devastating tornadoes ravaged areas of Western Kentucky on December 10, 2021, killing 81
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – The evening of December 10, 2021 is one that not only Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear — but the entire state — will never forget. “It was hard. Really hard,” recalls Beshear. “Chaos and trauma would just seep into your pores as you stood somewhere that you knew you’d been before, but as you turned around, you…
Hager Hams Holiday Season Interview 12/9/2022
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Good Morning America ‘Gives Back’ to Isom’s IGA owner Gwen Christon
ISOM, Ky. (WTVQ) — Good Morning America was in Isom Friday morning to give back to a woman who gave so much to her community, even after devastating flooding in July. Gwen Christon has worked at Isom’s IGA since 1973 and owned it since 1998. The people around her describe the store as the “hub” and a “community gathering place”…
Dillon Gaudet Interviews Ginger Zee in Eastern Kentucky for Good Morning America Gives Back 12/9/2022
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Tornado survivor still displaced almost a year after tornadoes in Western Kentucky
WESTERN KENTUCKY (WTVQ) — This weekend marks one year since storms ravaged parts of Western Kentucky. Since then, there’s been a lot of rebuilding, a lot of waiting and a lot of gratitude. “I just want my house built, sit in my backyard and around my fire, I’ll be happy,” recalls Lilly Riherd, who lost her home during the tornadoes…
After a wet Thursday, some drier days are on the horizon!
We still may be dodging a few light showers/sprinkles into the weekend but should put a few dry days together soon
It was just a wet and yucky day of weather across Central and Eastern Kentucky with a cool steady rain much of Thursday. One of the positives is it was just the type of soaking rain we’ve needed as we continue to lessen the rainfall deficient that we’ve seen much of the fall season. Temperatures were cool, but still above…
Family, friends remember Lexington historian Foster Ockerman, Jr
The Lexington native was known for his work as a local historian, attorney, and author
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ)- The Lexington community is remembering the life and legacy of local historian Foster Ockerman, Junior. The 70-year old passed away on Sunday. The Lexington native was known for his work as a local historian. “When I think of Foster, I think of history because he was passionate about Lexington’s history,” says 12th District Council Member Kathy Plomin….
Sevierville 4: Tanger Outlet Mall 12/8/2022
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WTVQ participating in friendly competition to raise money for Salvation Army
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — We at WTVQ are participating in a friendly competition against two other Lexington TV stations to raise the most money for the Salvation Army — and we need your help! Our crew will be stationed at the Russell Cave Walmart at 500 West New Circle Road on Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. ringing the Salvation…
Families still rebuilding one year after tornadoes ravaged through Western Kentucky
Feeding America, Kentucky's Heartland quickly responded to help families in need
(WESTERN KENTUCKY) — This week marks one year since deadly and devastating tornado destroyed iconic streets, businesses and cities in the western part of the state. As communities get ready to commemorate the fateful day, some continue to rebuild what they can. “It means that we’re going to eventually get settled again and have our home, we don’t have to…
After a brief break mid-week, rain chances ramp up again Thursday
With another wave of low pressure sliding through the region the rain gear will come in handy for the late week
It was a foggy start to Wednesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky with visibilities cut down thanks to all the low level moisture in place. The only rain to speak of was a few showers across far southeastern Kentucky early in the day, otherwise it was mainly dry. In fact, we got a tease from Mother Nature with a few…
Local family recounts the day an EF-2 tornado destroyed their home last year
BOYLE COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) – On December 11th, 2021, the National Weather Service reported that an EF-2 tornado blew through Boyle County. The Hardin family who lives along Airport Road, outside Junction City and right across from the Danville-Boyle County Airport, was hit. Their home was destroyed. {ORIGINAL STORY: https://www.wtvq.com/severe-weather-in-junction-city-damages-homes-destroys-aircraft/) “I was actually standing at the front door and that’s…
Sevierville 3: Skyland Ranch 12/7/2022
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Kentucky Pageant Queens Collect Christmas Gifts for Kentucky Kids 12/7/2022
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What Ya Eatin’ Wednesdays: Healthy Way Lex 12/7/2022
Categories: GMK
Clouds stick around with more showers and a few storms on the way
We may catch a brief break from the wet weather late Wednesday but more rain is on the horizon for the late week
It was quite a dreary Tuesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky with low clouds, steady rain across the south and some patchy drizzle up north. The only saving grace is that temperatures were above average with most locations topping out in the upper 50s and low 60s thanks to a warm front arcing through the region. With all the low…