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‘It was just emotional’: Kentucky Rising raises more than $2.5 million for flood relief
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – Individuals are nonetheless speaking about Tuesday evening’s offered out Kentucky Rising live performance.
The present was headlined by Johnson County native Chris Stapleton and featured fellow japanese Kentuckians Dwight Yoakam and Tyler Childers. It was organized by Stapleton after the July floods.
Japanese Kentucky artists Ricky Skaggs and Patty Loveless made shock appearances.
“Thanks for popping out tonight for a superb trigger, assist some of us out that want some assist,” Stapleton advised the gang of greater than 13,000. “That’s what we do right here in Kentucky. It’s a beautiful feeling, individuals doing good issues for good causes.”
“I’ve been right here ten years and I’ve by no means felt extra like a Kentuckian than I do tonight,” UK Head Soccer Coach Mark Stoops mentioned earlier than introducing Stapleton Tuesday evening.
“It’s an honor to be right here tonight to lend some help in some small method to the Kentucky Rising motion,” Yoakam mentioned throughout his set. “Hopefully assist lots of people over in japanese Kentucky.”
The present at Rupp Enviornment was a real Kentucky affair, with satisfaction for the Bluegrass State evident, as 1000’s got here collectively to assist communities which might be hurting.
“Plenty of crying,” mentioned Stephanie Bork, the Director of Advertising and marketing for Central Financial institution Middle. “I feel comfortable crying. I feel numerous blended feelings. It was devastating flooding that occurred in japanese Kentucky. However we raised some huge cash and placed on a terrific present. So we’re equally as proud.”
Bork says they have been comfortable to donate Rupp Enviornment for the present, and staff volunteered their time to work.
“I began crying on the finish,” mentioned Jane Higgins, with the Blue Grass Group Basis. “I used to be simply bawling as a result of I used to be like, ‘Oh my gosh we’ve raised that a lot cash. We’ve executed this, and it’s all going again to actually change lives and organizations.’”
The muse labored with Stapleton’s group to arrange the Kentucky Rising fund, and can assist decide methods to distribute the cash.
“Some will likely be quick wants for some organizations and nonprofits who misplaced quite a bit and are struggling. Then some will likely be long-term restoration and filling these gaps to see, ‘Okay what nonetheless must be taken care of? What are among the quick wants, like housing?’”
These wants can now be higher met due to the Kentucky music stars who needed to offer again, and 1000’s of others who stepped as much as assist their neighbors.
“It wasn’t about being at a live performance final evening,” mentioned Higgins. “It was about being at a historic occasion. I’m gonna cry simply even speaking about it. It was simply emotional. It was superior. Thank God for individuals like people who need to give again and nonetheless care.”
You’ll be able to nonetheless watch a livestream of the live performance. It’s available for purchase by way of Thursday, Oct. 13, and you should have 48 hours to look at it.
The video prices $20, and proceeds will go to the Kentucky Rising fund.
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JASPER, Ind. – A search for a Kentucky man wanted on multiple felony warrants led to the arrest of three people in Indiana, including the man, Indiana State Police said.
On Wednesday, Nov. 13, an Indiana state trooper received a tip that Kevin Henning, 41, wanted on multiple felony warrants in Kentucky, was living in Grandview, Ind., with Letisha Cook, 31.
Police spotted Cook’s vehicle in a Walmart parking lot the following day.
Officers spoke with the driver, 29-year-old Michael Bickett, of Kentucky. Henning and Cook were not at the scene.
While speaking with Bickett, police said they searched the vehicle after recognizing “signs of criminal activity” and found 72 grams of methamphetamine and 61 grams of suspected marijuana.
Bickett was arrested and taken to the Dubois County Jail, where he remains held on bond.
Hours later, the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office saw Henning leave Cook’s home and get into a vehicle.
Officers stopped the vehicle on State Road 66 in Grandview, where both Henning and Cook were arrested without incident.
Police said they found suspected methamphetamine during a search of the vehicle. Both are being held on bond at the Spencer County Jail.
(From left) Letisha Cook, Kevin Henning, and Michael Bickett. (Indiana State Police)
The following charges were filed against Bickett, Henning and Cook:
- Michael BickettDealing methamphetamine, a Level 2 felonyPossession of methamphetamine, a Level 3 felonyDealing marijuana, a Level 6 felonyMaintaining a common nuisancePossession of marijuana, a Class A misdemeanorPossession of paraphernalia, a Class C misdemeanor
- Dealing methamphetamine, a Level 2 felony
- Possession of methamphetamine, a Level 3 felony
- Dealing marijuana, a Level 6 felony
- Maintaining a common nuisance
- Possession of marijuana, a Class A misdemeanor
- Possession of paraphernalia, a Class C misdemeanor
- Kevin HenningParole and Kentucky warrants – feloniesPossession of methamphetamine, a Level 6 felonyPossession of marijuana, a Class B misdemeanorPosssession of paraphernalia, a Class C misdemeanor
- Parole and Kentucky warrants – felonies
- Possession of methamphetamine, a Level 6 felony
- Possession of marijuana, a Class B misdemeanor
- Posssession of paraphernalia, a Class C misdemeanor
- Letisha CookPossession of methamphetamine, a Level 6 felonyPossession of marijuana, a Class B misdemeanorPossession of paraphernalia, a Class C msdemeanor
- Possession of methamphetamine, a Level 6 felony
- Possession of marijuana, a Class B misdemeanor
- Possession of paraphernalia, a Class C msdemeanor
LEXINGTON — Jody Wright has worked as an assistant at Alabama. And in the NFL.
But his first season as a head coach hasn’t been one for the record books. His Murray State squad is 1-9 this fall entering today’s game at Kentucky.
“I know he’s not having the year that he wants,” UK coach Mark Stoops said. “It’s his first year there. He has work to do, but he’s been in player personnel at some of the best places in the country. He’s coached with some great coaches. He knows what he’s doing.
“He’s a good football coach, and he will build that program the right way.”
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While Wright continues plugging away, one thing is certain: The Wildcats should be able to name their score today against a foe that ranks near the bottom of the FCS in numerous offensive and defensive categories.
So whether Brock Vandagriff is healthy enough to start at quarterback — or Kentucky turns to backup Gavin Wimsatt or true freshman Cutter Boley — today should not be much more than a glorified scrimmage for the hosts.
We’ll see if the game plays out as expected this afternoon, when the Wildcats welcome the Racers to Kroger Field.
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 16
- Time: 1:30 p.m.
- Location: Kroger Field; Lexington
- TV channel: N/A
- Streaming: SEC Network+ (subscribe today)
- Radio: UK Sports Network (840 AM in Louisville; 630 AM and 98.1 FM in Lexington)
Kentucky vs. Murray State will be streamed live on SEC Network+. Richard Cross and Charles Arbuckle will call the game from the booth at Kroger Field. Streaming options for the game include ESPN+, which requires a subscription.
Kentucky 56, Murray State 0: Even so little going right for Kentucky, Murray State doesn’t have the caliber of player, offensively or defensively, to make the hosts sweat an upset in this one. The Wildcats snap a four-game losing streak in dominant fashion as they try to close the regular season with three straight wins and ensure a bowl berth is awaiting them for the ninth consecutive year.
Game lines and odds from BetMGM as of today:
- Spread: Kentucky is a 16 ½-point road underdog
- Over/under: 45 ½
- Moneyline: Kentucky, +550; Tennessee, -800
Thirteen Kentucky players sat out the team’s most recent game, a 28-18 loss at Tennessee on Nov. 2.
That baker’s dozen of injured players included:
The high is 59 degrees with partly cloudy skies and no chance of rain in the forecast.
Record: 3-6
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- Aug. 29: Missouri ∣ SCORE: Missouri 51, Murray State 0
- Sept. 7: Butler ∣ SCORE: Butler 19, Murray State 17
- Sept. 14: Mississippi Valley State ∣ SCORE: Murray State 59, Mississippi Valley State 8
- Sept. 28: at North Dakota ∣ SCORE: North Dakota 72, Murray State 35
- Oct. 5: South Dakota ∣ SCORE: South Dakota 59, Murray State 0
- Oct. 12: at Indiana State ∣ SCORE: Indiana State 31, Murray State 27
- Oct. 19: Illinois State ∣ SCORE: Illinois State 40, Murray State 32
- Oct. 26: North Dakota State ∣ SCORE: North Dakota State 59, Murray State 6
- Nov. 2: South Dakota State ∣ SCORE: South Dakota State 52, Murray State 6
- Nov. 9: Missouri State ∣ SCORE: Missouri State 59, Murray State 31
- Nov. 16: at Kentucky ∣ 1:30 p.m.
- Nov. 23: at Southern Illinois ∣ 1 p.m.
Record: 1-9
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Kentucky football aims to snap its four-game losing streak when it plays Murray State today at Kroger Field.
The Wildcats (3-6, 1-6 SEC) have not won since their upset victory over Ole Miss in Week 5.
Kentucky leads the all-time series against Murray State, 2-0.
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Here’s how to watch Kentucky vs Murray State game today, including time, TV schedule and streaming information:
TV Channel: SEC Network+
Livestream: Fubo (free trial)
Kentucky vs. Murray State will be broadcast nationally on SEC Network+ in Week 12 of the 2024 college football season. Tom Leach and Jeff Piecoro will call the game from the booth at Kroger Field, with Dick Gabriel reporting from the sideline. Streaming options for the game include FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 16
- Start time: 1:30 p.m.
The Kentucky vs Murray State game starts at 1:30 p.m. at Kroger Field in Lexington.
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of today
ODDS: Not available as of this morning
O/U: Not available as of this morning
- Aug. 31: Kentucky 31, Southern Miss 0
- Sept. 7: South Carolina 31, Kentucky 6
- Sept. 14: Georgia 13, Kentucky 12
- Sept. 21: Kentucky 41, Ohio 6
- Sept. 28: Kentucky 20, Ole Miss 17
- Oct. 12: Vanderbilt 20, Kentucky 13
- Oct. 19: Florida 48, Kentucky 20
- Oct. 26: Auburn 24, Kentucky 10
- Nov. 2: Tennessee 28, Kentucky 18
- Nov. 16: Murray State
- Nov. 23: at Texas
- Nov. 30: Louisville
- Record: 3-6
- Aug. 29: Missouri 51, Murray State 0
- Sept. 7: Butler 19, Murray State 17
- Sept. 14: Murray State 59, Mississippi Valley State 8
- Sept. 28: North Dakota 72, Murray State 35
- Oct. 5: South Dakota 59, Murray State 0
- Oct. 12: Indiana State 31, Murray State 27
- Oct. 19: Illinois State 40, Murray State 32
- Oct. 26: North Dakota State 59, Murray State 6
- Nov. 2: South Dakota State 52, Murray State 6
- Nov. 9: Missouri State 59, Murray State 31
- Nov. 16: at Kentucky
- Nov. 23: at Southern Illinois
- Record: 1-9
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