Republican lawmakers in Kentucky approve putting a school choice measure on the November ballot
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Kentucky Republican lawmakers on Friday put the political fight over whether taxpayer money should be able to flow to private or charter schools in the hands of voters to decide. The proposed school choice constitutional amendment won final passage in the Senate by a vote of 27-8, capping a rapid ...
16h ago
Cooper Concludes Lady Colonels Season
By Ryan Davenport, WSON Sports Correspondent The Henderson County Lady Colonels suffer a 10 point loss against the Cooper Lady Jaguars, 47-37, in the Quarterfinals of the Girls Sweet 16 State Tournament at Rupp Arena in Lexington. A'Tylia Green led the way for the Lady Colonels with 21 points while recording 4 assists...
Mar 16, 2024
Gov. Beshear: 32 Communities Selected for More Than $3.9 Million To Improve Parks, Outdoor Spaces Across Kentucky; including Henderson
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 15, 2024) - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced his selection of 32 projects that will enhance accessibility and upgrade parks and recreation spaces throughout the commonwealth. The federally funded Land and Water Conservation Fund has allotted $3.9 million to communities across Kentucky for a wide...
Mar 15, 2024
KDE seeking recommendations for Kentucky Exemplary Educators Program
(FRANKFORT, KY) - The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking recommendations of exemplary educators and leaders in the Commonwealth's public schools to join the 2024 Kentucky Exemplary Educators Program (KEEP). Qualified individuals selected for KEEP will receive a certificate of excellence from KDE and may ...
Mar 15, 2024
Lady Colonels Defense Fuels Sweet 16 Comeback
By Ryan Davenport, WSON Sports Correspondent The Henderson County Lady Colonels came away with a 4 point win over the Owensboro Lady Devils, 43-39, in the opening round of the Girls Sweet 16 State Tournament at Rupp Arena in Lexington. After Owensboro took a 26-14 lead with 3:24 to go in the first half, the Lady Colon...
Mar 14, 2024
Republican lawmakers in Kentucky approve putting a school choice measure on the November ballot
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Kentucky Republican lawmakers on Friday put the political fight over whether taxpayer money should be able to flow to private or charter schools in the hands of voters to decide. The proposed school choice constitutional amendment won final passage in the Senate by a vote of 27-8, capping a rapid ...
16h ago
Cooper Concludes Lady Colonels Season
By Ryan Davenport, WSON Sports Correspondent The Henderson County Lady Colonels suffer a 10 point loss against the Cooper Lady Jaguars, 47-37, in the Quarterfinals of the Girls Sweet 16 State Tournament at Rupp Arena in Lexington. A'Tylia Green led the way for the Lady Colonels with 21 points while recording 4 assists...
Mar 16, 2024
Gov. Beshear: 32 Communities Selected for More Than $3.9 Million To Improve Parks, Outdoor Spaces Across Kentucky; including Henderson
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 15, 2024) - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced his selection of 32 projects that will enhance accessibility and upgrade parks and recreation spaces throughout the commonwealth. The federally funded Land and Water Conservation Fund has allotted $3.9 million to communities across Kentucky for a wide...
Mar 15, 2024
KDE seeking recommendations for Kentucky Exemplary Educators Program
(FRANKFORT, KY) - The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking recommendations of exemplary educators and leaders in the Commonwealth's public schools to join the 2024 Kentucky Exemplary Educators Program (KEEP). Qualified individuals selected for KEEP will receive a certificate of excellence from KDE and may ...
Mar 15, 2024
Lady Colonels Defense Fuels Sweet 16 Comeback
By Ryan Davenport, WSON Sports Correspondent The Henderson County Lady Colonels came away with a 4 point win over the Owensboro Lady Devils, 43-39, in the opening round of the Girls Sweet 16 State Tournament at Rupp Arena in Lexington. After Owensboro took a 26-14 lead with 3:24 to go in the first half, the Lady Colon...
Mar 14, 2024
Gov. Beshear Provides Team Kentucky Update
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 14, 2024) - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on economic development; funding to improve parks and recreation spaces; medical cannabis; recent bill signings; new homes at a high-ground community; an award to support families in need; the 988 crisis hotline; funds from the Reconnecting C...
Mar 14, 2024
City awarded grant for upgrades to Anthony Brooks Park
HENDERSON, KY, - The City of Henderson has been awarded a $245,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant for the purpose of upgrades to Anthony Brooks Park. Potential plans for the park include the addition of a splash pad, upgraded playground equipment and play surfacing. Anthony Brooks Park, located at 817 Madison S...
Mar 13, 2024
Lyons Spurt Ends Colonels Season
By Ryan Davenport, WSON Sports Correspondent The Henderson County Colonels would suffer a season ending 12 point loss against the Lyon County Lyons, 56-44, in the Championship Game of the 2nd Region Tournament at Hopkinsville High School in Hopkinsville. The turning point in the game was the first minute and 45 second...
Mar 13, 2024
HCHS holding send off for Lady Colonels on Wednesday morning
Henderson County High School will be holding a state send-off for the Lady Colonels at 11 a.m. Wednesday, with a walk through the high school to celebrate. The team will leave the high school between 11:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. Wednesday. The Lady Colonels will play Owensboro High School in the first round of the Mingua ...
Mar 13, 2024
Emergency Closure of KY 2270 West Section in Muhlenberg County Following Landslide
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (March 12, 2024) - The Kentucky Department of Transportation has announced the emergency closure of Kentucky 2270 West between mile points 5.6 and 5.7 in Muhlenberg County, effective immediately. This closure is in response to a significant landslide that caused large breaks in the pavement. The durat...
Mar 12, 2024