LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — For the last decade, the ‘Diana Ross Winter Coat Drive’ has helped many in need in the Lexington areas and in the state, who may otherwise not be able to properly bundle up to handle the colder weather. Those behind the initiative know that every year that passes by, the need only becomes greater.. “It is…
It definitely felt like the beginning of December across Central and Eastern Kentucky on Thursday as temperatures started out in the low and mid-20s before struggling to sneak into the low 40s. A few high thin clouds filtered out the sunshine from time to time, but we did enjoy a beautiful first morning of the final month of 2022. Heading…
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SOMERSET, Ky. (WTVQ) – The city of Somerset is paving the way in Kentucky with an inmate re-entry program that allows inmates to re-shape their future while bridging the gap in the state’s depleted workforce. The Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) created a first-of-its-kind program in Kentucky, where inmates are able to take night classes to get certified in different…
We saw plenty of shower and thunderstorm activity late Tuesday and into Wednesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky to go along with some strong wind gusts. All this was due to a cold front that blew through the area during the early hours of Thursday. The good news is that most spots received some beneficial rainfall with totals ranging from…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) — It’s the most wonderful time of the year, the season of joy and giving back. And it is with that same spirit that First Lady Britainy Beshear wants those in Eastern Kentucky to feel the love and support from the Bluegrass. “Even though the flooding didn’t happen, right close to Christmas, families in Eastern Kentucky are…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – “I wouldn’t have my recovery journey or my life, employment any of those things today if it wasn’t for Narcan in the first place,” said Jimmy Chadwell. Jimmy Chadwell is the Program Manager at Voices of Hope in Lexington, an organization that helps people in recovery stay in recovery. It’s something Chadwell knows all too well,…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – We’re in the thick of the holiday season, and Kentucky State Police are getting in the spirit and giving back to the community. You too can get involved through and annual food drive called “Cram the Cruiser” on Friday, December 2. The goal is to fill the agency’s cruisers as much as possible with non-perishable food….
We caught a quick shot of milder air on Tuesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky with sunshine and a strong south wind, which pushed afternoon highs into the low and mid-60s. The sunshine didn’t last long as clouds and showers out west made a run for the Bluegrass region, but we did see some beautiful sunrise shots across the area….
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – November 29th is “Giving Tuesday”, recognized globally as a generosity movement and a time to give back to others. In Lexington organizations are doing just that, kicking off the annual “GoodGiving Challenge” that benefits local non-profits. It’s a week-long online giving event. Since 2011, the challenge has raised more than $17 million dollars Last year, the…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — In September of 1985, Kentucky’s Andrew Carter Thornton II parachuted from a Cessna twin-engine 404 and landed on a driveway in Knoxville, Tennesse, wearing a bulletproof vest, special night vision goggles, two pistols, ammunition — and millions of dollars worth of cocaine. His parachute failed and he died at 40 years old. In his lifetime, Thornton…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Police have charged a bank robbery suspect in Lexington, who was taken to a hospital after officers used a taser on him. Police say 26-year-old Stephen Conover is charged in Tuesday’s robbery at the Republic Bank on Euclid Avenue. Police say the robbery happened just before 10:30 a.m. Officers say when they arrived, Conover was seen…
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (WTVQ) — A man accused of robbing items from graves at a cemetery in Georgetown last week was found and arrested by police Monday night. Scott County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Jon Wilson says Eric Stephens robbed items from graves at the Crestlawn Cemetery. Police made a post on Facebook attempting to find Stephens, and were able to do…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Cyber Monday, a day where you can shop at your own leisure, whether you’re at home or on your lunch break at work. Retailers and local shops tend to announce big sales, but sometimes those sales can become a black hole that can lead to unknown websites and sellers. “More people than ever are falling for…
It was a cloudy, cool and dreary start to the week Monday across Central and Eastern Kentucky after the long holiday weekend. Even with a frontal boundary to our east and surface high pressure to the south, low clouds stuck around through the day with afternoon highs struggling into the upper 40s and low 50s. One thing we didn’t have…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) — Attorney General Daniel Cameron on Monday randomly selected 12 Kentucky counties to undergo post-General Election audits. The audits will be conducted by the Department of Criminal Investigations in the following counties: Jefferson Webster Shelby Rowan Oldham Laurel LaRue Owen Anderson Christian Daviess Breathitt The audit is to determine if any irregularities took place during the election….
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (WTVQ) — Over the past year, 49 million Americans have had at least one package stolen from their porch, according to security.org. To avoid falling victim to “porch pirates,” Georgetown police have offered some tips. First, try to be home on the day of delivery. While being home doesn’t prevent package theft completely, police say it can help…
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LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ)- Since 2010, Small Business Saturday has been held annually to encourage people to support local shops and stores. On Saturday, local businesses welcomed dozens of customers in for a much needed boost. Terry Cunningham and his wife began their small business “Joy Nuts” one year ago. They’re one of several businesses at Greyline Station. “We have gourmet…
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