July 2026 – Page 36 – Z93 Country

Manchester 4-year-old dies following firework accident

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – A 4-year-old from Manchester died after being injured in a firework accident, according to Pulaski County Coroner Clyde Strunk. Strunk said the boy was injured in an accident on Jacksboro Street after a […]

One man airlifted after Lincoln County firework accident

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

. (WKYT) – Crab Orchard Fire and Rescue confirms one man was airlifted after a firework malfunctioned. Chief Larry Owsley said the department responded just before 10 p.m. on Saturday to Willow Lane. The man […]

50-year-old time capsule excavated in Bardstown

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WAVE) – The people of Bardstown, Kentucky, celebrated America’s independence by unearthing a time capsule that was buried on a significant milestone for the country. The coffin filled with memorabilia and keepsakes was created in […]

Search underway at Herrington Lake after July 4 boat collision leaves 25-year-old man missing

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Emergency management officials say a search for a missing 25-year-old man at Herrington Lake could take two to three days, following a boat collision on the Fourth of July that sent several people […]

Former Kentucky guard Kerr Kriisa arrested by FBI; extradition to West Virginia planned

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Former University of Kentucky men’s basketball guard Kerr Kriisa was arrested by FBI agents and is expected to be extradited to West Virginia in connection with alleged fraud charges, according to a report […]

July 4th firework destroys SUV in Kentucky

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WSMV/wkyt) – A vehicle in Hopkinsville, Kentucky was destroyed by a firework, according to WKDZ. The fire happened on South Main Street on Saturday night on July 4. Hopkinsville police said the […]

Recent Kentucky weather triggers flying ant swarms

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Swarms of flying ants have been appearing across Kentucky, and a University of Kentucky entomologist says the phenomenon is tied to recent weather conditions. Ants are typically found on the ground near their […]

Kentucky Medicaid providers face 4% reimbursement cuts Aug. 1

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Fee-for-service Medicaid providers in Kentucky are set to receive a 4% cut to reimbursement rates effective Aug. 1, according to a letter from the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Amy Staed, CEO […]

Wayne County has lowest average gas price heading into the 4th

July 2, 2026 Eric Criswell

Heading into the three day July 4th weekend Wayne County has the lowest gas price average here in the immediate area. According to Triple A Thursday morning the Kentucky average is $3.46. Wayne County – […]

Extreme Heat Warning Continues

July 2, 2026 Eric Criswell

…EXTREME HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY… * WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions will continue for several consecutive days with afternoon heat index values exceeding 105 degrees and only limited relief at night. […]

Final Three Days of the WC Fair

July 2, 2026 Eric Criswell

The Wayne County Fair is in it’s final three days with big events planned for each to be capped off with fireworks Saturday night! Thursday, July 2 – Special Needs Day; Demo Derby; Carnival Friday, […]

Kentucky game wardens focus on boater safety over July 4 holiday weekend

July 2, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will step up patrols on Kentucky’s waterways during the upcoming Independence Day weekend, working to ensure everyone enjoys a safe and responsible boating experience. The increased patrols […]