Gov. Beshear Provides Update on Severe Storms
This afternoon, after declaring a state of emergency as severe storms continue to sweep through the commonwealth, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on the state’s ongoing response to protect Kentucky families.
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife opens two new tracts of public land just in time for spring turkey season
Located entirely in Morgan County near West Liberty, Kentucky, Horse Mill Branch Wildlife Management Area (WMA) now provides nearly 640 acres for hunting and outdoor recreation in eastern Kentucky.
Severe Storms Reported Across East Kentucky Tuesday
Severe Thunderstorms roared through Eastern Kentucky this morning with strong winds an dangerous lightning causing sporadic power outages and damage.
Gov. Beshear Declares State of Emergency Following Severe Storms
The storms have produced heavy rain, hail, lightning, possible tornadoes and intense damaging winds across much of the commonwealth. There have been reports of damage to property, and thousands of Kentuckians are without power.
UPDATE – Man Arrested Following Saturday Night Shooting
A suspect in a Saturday night shooting death has been arrested in Letcher County.
5-Year-Old Dies in ATV Accident in Breathitt County
The KSP said the accident happened on private land near Jackson off Rt-397.
Johnson County Man Dies in Magoffin County Crash
A one-vehicle accident in Magoffin County has taken the life of Sidney “Sid” Lemaster, 37, of Johnson County.
Pike County Man Facing Drug Charges Expected to Enter Guilty Plea
Casey Larue Collins was indicted last year on charges of distributing fentanyl in Floyd County, distributing meth and fentanyl in Pike County, possession of more than 50 grams of meth, and possession of more than 40 grams of fentanyl with the intent to distribute.
Authorities Investigating Saturday Night Shooting Near Knott/Perry County Line
The shooting death of Sameul Joesph Smith Saturday night line has investigators searching for two men on a blue ATV.
Fiscal Court Approves Changes in W.R. Castle Volunteer Fire Department’s Expansion Plans
Changes to the expansion of the W.R. Castle Volunteer Fire Department’s facility have been approved by the Johnson County Fiscal Court.