Family Traditions: UK Family & Consumer Sciences Extension
Dr. David Weisenhorn joins us on Good Day Kentucky to talk about Family Resolutions vs. New Year’s Resolutions. Categories: GDK Guests
Paws 4 the Cause
Paws 4 the Cause joins us on Good Day Kentucky! Categories: GDK Guests
Under the Hood: Batteries 1-27-22
A battery may be caused by something as simple as just a light, or a door ajar that’s been left overnight. This will easily drain your battery down and give you potential problems in the morning. An easy solution is to pop the hood, jump the car off at the battery and just let it run and charge for a…
Under the Hood: Tread Depth 1-20-21
Today we’re going to talk about tires and tread depth. When it comes to tires, bald isn’t always beautiful. A bald tire such as this one means that you’re going to lose traction on the road, especially when it rains. Tire treads are designed to disperse water and dirt and grime from the road, allowing your vehicle to have…
Under the Hood: What do you look for in a tire shop? 1-13-22
Okay, so you’ve asked your friends, your neighbors, even your coworkers, and you’re still unsure if you found the right tire and auto service center for you and your vehicle. So what’s next? Maybe you should consider a locally owned and operated store. Locally owned and operated store tend to have more loyal and experienced employees. National chains pop…
Under the Hood: Oil Changes 1-06-22
Over time, engine oil does break down due to high temps, dust, combustion residue, things like this which will actually break down the oil and cause less performance. That’s why it’s important to change your oil every 3000 miles or per your manufacturer’s recommendations. Frequently changing your oil will avoid constant repairs so at S&S Tire, we recommend checking…
Under the Hood: Wheel Balance 12-30-21
Today, we’re going to talk about wheel balancing and why it’s necessary. A perfectly balanced wheel and tire is going to give you a smooth ride, and give you even tire wear. When tires become unbalanced, you will start to develop some symptoms, say like a vibration maybe on the highway above 50 miles an hour, or you can…
Under the Hood: Fuel Service 12-23-21
Today I want to talk about a fuel injection service for your vehicle. Reasons you may need a fuel injection service regardless of the miles that you have on your vehicle is one, if you notice a decreased gas mileage from your vehicle. Two, if your vehicle is stalling or sputtering, especially sitting at a light, the throttle plate…
Under the Hood: Snow Tires 12-16-21
Today we want to discuss whether winter tires are right for you. With winter weather that’s already arrived, I get asked all the time, “Do I need snow tires?” I’ll be honest with you, I don’t carry very many of them because we typically don’t need them here in Kentucky. Our temperature average is above 45 degrees and even when…
Under the Hood: Suspension 12-09-21
Today, we’re going to talk about some warning signs with your vehicle’s suspension. Some of the symptoms or noticeable signs can be severe tire wear, or maybe squeaking when you turn or go over bumps, or even a knock noise when you’re hitting bumps. This will tell you that you have issues with the front suspension of your vehicle….
Under the Hood: Transmission Service 12-02-21
Transmission fluid is an essential lubricant that helps cool and protest the moving components of your vehicle’s transmission. Like the other automotive fluids, transmission fluid will degrade over time and needs to be replaced. A transmission service gets rid of that old, dirty fluid and replaces it with new. Categories: Under the Hood
Under the Hood: Oil Changes 11-25-21
Engine oil is the heart and soul of your car’s engine, and keeping it clean and changed is very important. Over time, engine oil does break down due to high temps, dust, combustion residue, things like this which will actually break down the oil and cause less performance. That’s why it’s important to change your oil every 3000 miles or…
Under the Hood: Alignment 11-18-21
Today we’re going to talk about your car’s alignment and the ways you may know that your car is out of alignment or needs to be realigned. One, if your car is pulling to the left or to the right while driving down the road, that’s an indication that your car is out of alignment. One tire may be working…
Under the Hood: Synthetic Oil Change 11-11-21
Today we’re here to talk about grades of oil and how to choose what’s best for your vehicle. The days of the 3,000 mile conventional oil change are disappearing in favor of a full synthetic oil that will give you industry standards 7,500 to 10,000 miles in between oil changes, which may seem expensive, but in the long run is…
Under the Hood: Tune Up 11-04-21
Are you noticing poor fuel efficiency, or performance from your vehicle? Maybe a rough idle? It’s time for a tune-up. A tune-up performed by your automotive professional will help extend and maintain the life of your vehicle. So what is a tune-up? Let’s think spark, fuel, and air. Categories: Under the Hood
UPDATE: Family overjoyed, missing service dog found
Friday, Dorcas was reunited with owners David and Elizabeth Fleming.
Anyone with information on the service dog or the truck should contact dispatch at 502-875-8582
Burkesville woman waits on gift of life, a kidney donation
Flowers is one of many living in the state who's in need of a new organ
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Next week, lawmakers in the statehouse of representatives hope to look at a bill that would allow the state transportation cabinet to add organ donor questions when people register or renew their vehicles. If it passes, it could bring a lot of hope to those who are waiting to receive a life-saving organ. includes Portia…
Thomas Fellows: Mrs. Dubose’s Last Wish: The Art of Embracing Suffering
Author Thomas Fellows joins us today to talk about his new book “Mrs. Dubose’s Last Wish: The Art of Embracing Suffering on Good Day Kentucky. Categories: GDK Guests
Lexington School for the Recording Arts: Samara Anjelae “Healing Hands Art”
Samara is a local spiritual healer and artist. She has somewhat blended the two skills on to a series of canvases she aptly calls healing hands paintings. Samara joins us today to explain the process on Good Day Kentucky. For more about the Lexington School for the Recording Arts visit lexrecordingschool.com. Categories: GDK Guests
Several shell casings found after reports of gunfire near apartments in Lexington
The shots were fired in the 1800 block of Old Higbee Mill Road
The shots were fired in the 1800 block of Old Higbee Mill Road, according to Lexington Police.
EKU women’s hoops loses vs. #21 FGCU
Colonels lose 92-70, but Johnson scores her 1,000th career point
FORT MYERS, Fla. (EKU Sports) – Jayla Johnson scored the 1,000th point of her collegiate career, but the Eastern Kentucky University women’s basketball team lost to No. 21 Florida Gulf Coast University, 92-70, on Thursday. With 50 seconds left in the second quarter, Johnson grabbed an offensive rebound and converted the lay-up for her 1,000th career point. The senior played three seasons at…
Community mourns loss of London Police Officer Travis Hurley
The 21-year veteran of the police department lost his battle with COVID-19 on Thursday
The 21-year veteran of the London Police Department died after battling COVID-19, according to reports by law enforcement agencies on social media.
Man shot in park Thursday night in Lexington
Happened around 7:15 p.m. in Valley Park on Cambridge Drive
Shooting investigation underway in Lexington at Valley Park
EKU’s Johnson scores 1,000th point, women still fall
Florida Gulf Coast wins 92-70
Florida Gulf Coast wins 92-70