The workweek started off fantastic Monday as afternoon highs reached the mid-to-upper 70s across central and eastern Kentucky. A ridge of high pressure continues to build across the central US. This is bringing summer-like conditions for much of the region. On Tuesday, temperatures climb into the low-to-mid 80s. Outside of a few clouds, a very calm and warm day is…
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Categories: Featured, GDK Guests
Categories: Featured, GDK
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PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) – One person is dead following a devastating house fire overnight in Pulaski County. According to the Woodstock Fire Department, the fire happened overnight at a home of Liberty Road near Highway 70. Emergency crews from Woodstock, Rockcastle County, and Eubank each assisted in helping put out the fire. Investigators are still looking into what caused…
Aside from prayers, guest speakers, and songs, there was also a balloon release in honor of the two children.
The 19 unmarked burial sites were found during archaeological field work in March.
The state also reporting 3,957 new cases ov COVID-19 with 786 of those in children.
After a nice Mother’s Day across Central and Eastern Kentucky with the return of sunshine and comfortable temperatures, Mother Nature has carried the lovely weather over into the first week of May. The good news is that the quiet conditions aren’t going anywhere, anytime soon so you’ll have ample opportunity to soak up some sun and warmth this week. …
The race track says no one was injured.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – Whether you’re a history buff or just a bourbon connoisseur, Frankfort’s Heritage Week is sure to bring you something you enjoy. The Capital City Museum unveiled its renovated bourbon exhibit Monday as part of this annual celebration. “I love getting to share these artifacts that otherwise would’ve been lost to history or lost in someone’s attic…
Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports Jacob Small shot his mother with a 22-caliber rifle.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – There’s no debate: Rich Strike made history when he won the 148th Kentucky Derby. “I thought, he’s got him. He sees it. And that may be slightly after the finish line, but he was gonna pass Epicenter. Fortunately, he passed Epicenter before he got to the finish line. And we’re pulling the way,” said Owner Rick…
Event raises awareness for the Second Chances program, which is committed to saving animals in need.
BATH COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) – A couple of checks were written for Bath County on Monday by Governor Andy Beshear. That money is expected to fund two different public safety issues. Community members gathered outside the Bath County Courthouse Annex for the presentation. The first check of $750,000 dollars will be going towards a new facility for emergency management services…
LACKEY, Ky. (WTVQ/PRESS RELEASE) – On Saturday, May 7, 2022, at approximately 11:23 P.M, Kentucky State Police, Post 13, Hazard, received a call of a single vehicle accident on KY-550 E, in the Lackey community of Knott County. Troopers responded to the scene and located a 1997 red Chevrolet overturned in the creek. Upon the recovery of the vehicle no occupants…
Health officials continue to encourage people to complete the COVID-19 vaccination series.
2022 Breeders’ Cup World Championships will be held on November 4 and 5 at Keeneland.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A deadly crash on I-75 Monday morning is now cleared and the ramp leading off the exit is back open. Lexington police say a call came in around 3 a.m. Monday about a crash on I-75 north near mile marker 110. According to police, the person driving the vehicle died and a dog found at the…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Forage Plant Shop celebrated all kinds of moms at its Mother’s Day Market. Forage says the vendors available were all different types of moms, from a mom-daughter duo to a mom-to-be, even a dog mom. Forage says this event is happening at all of its locations across the country as a way to do something special…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Rich Strike made history at the 148th Kentucky Derby, bypassing Epicenter for the title and this win is huge for trainer Eric Reed. Back in December 2016, a barn at Mercury Equine Center, where Reed trains his horses, was burned to the ground after a lightning strike from a storm hit it. They were able to…
As low pressure along the Mid-Atlantic Coast gradually pulls away, high pressure over the Central US begins to invade the region bringing clearing to the area overnight and into your Sunday morning. With the return of May sun, temps will improve quickly after a cool start, into the upper 60’s to near 70 degrees by late Sunday afternoon. SUNDAY: Becoming…
KYTC district 10 reports the slide continues to move down the hillside.