Lawmaker files bill to end “unconstitutional” deployments of Kentucky National Guard troops

FRANKFORT, Ky (WTVQ)- As a United States Army combat veteran who served in Iraqi Freedom, Jeremy Harrell knows all too well the sacrifices servicemen and women make. “We spend a lot of our time working through repercussions of combat and what it can do to you mentally and physically,” Harrell said. That’s why he’s a big supporter of the Defend…

Service/Guide dog serves US Army Veteran in Williamsburg

Army Vet in Williamsburg befriends intelligent service dog who helps him get through daily life

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky (WTVQ) – Thomas Eidschun’s served 28 years in the army.  At age 27, he started in the artillery.  In 2017, he retired with the rank of Sergeant Major.  During his career, he earned numerous medals and traveled the world, but it also left him with some visible wounds, including a broke neck. Some others less visible, included a…

A handwritten letter creates connection for UK students and nursing home residents

As a pre-physical therapy student at the time, Whetsell says the assignment showed her the importance of reaching out and connecting.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – It was a simple assignment. Write a letter just an ordinary, some would say old fashioned, handwritten letter, about who you are, what you do, or what you like and send it to a total stranger. Something on the surface that seemed so easy and somewhat random, former UK student Taylor Whetsell questioned the outcome. “I…

Woman killed in car crash Saturday in Rowan County

Her identity has not been released yet.

ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) – A woman is dead after a crash crash Saturday in Rowan County. According to the Rowan County Coroner, the Morehead Police Department received a call around 2:30 Saturday afternoon about an accident on Fleminsburg Road near the entrance to Bypass Pawn. The Rowan County Coroner says a pickup truck and a car had collided…a 42…

More than 300 brands represented at Bluegrass Buyers Market

LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ)- Forty five vendors from across the region are at the Embassy Suites in Lexington this weekend for the first Bluegrass Buyer’s Market of the year. The market gives retail stores in Kentucky the opportunity to do their seasonal buying. It features footwear, clothing, jewelry, hand bags, and other accessories. More than 300 brands are featured in the…

“Ethan” celebrates one-year rescue anniversary

The Kentucky Humane Society and their partners are doing a $15,000 dollar match for money raised for Ethan's anniversary.

LOUISVILLE, Ky (WTVQ)- The Kentucky Humane Society celebrated a milestone for one of its’ beloved animals Saturday. The staff held a one-year-rescue anniversary celebration at PG&J’s Dog Bar for their rescue dog Ethan. Ethan was found abandoned in the adoption center’s parking lot in January 2021. Staff members say he weighed 38 pounds and was given a ten percent chance to…

Frankfort disc golfers looking to make a difference in community

Saturday, the Frankfort Disc Golf Association held its annual charity Ice Bowl, which benefits the ACCESS Soup Kitchen & Men's Shelter.

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – Disc golf enthusiasts in Frankfort are looking to make a difference in their community through their passion. Saturday, the Frankfort Disc Golf Association held its annual charity Ice Bowl, with all proceeds going to the ACCESS Soup Kitchen & Men’s Shelter in Frankfort. “To help the men of the city who need a place to stay…