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Severe storms knock down tree limb, injuring Kentucky woman

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July 31, 2024

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Severe storms knock down tree limb, injuring Kentucky woman

SOMERSET, Ky. (WKYT) – Severe storms Tuesday dealt some serious injuries to a Southern Kentucky woman.

The woman was hospitalized after a large tree limb came crashing down on her camper.

Austin and Ashley Molesworth have managed Happy Camper RV Park. They rent out short and long term spaces, just minutes from Lake Cumberland.

“Nine times out of ten, once they get here they become more like family,” said Ashley Molesworth.

Molesworth says they sheltered in their home as severe storms passed through. She looked outside after the storm passed, and found large tree limbs down, including one that crashed right through a camper.

“It scares you, it really does,” said Austin Molesworth. “Especially for us, we used to live in our camper. It really kind of makes you think twice about what can happen.”

The Molesworth’s say the woman was working on her computer inside when the limb grazed her head and badly cut open her arm.

They are now rethinking how they will manage trees at the RV park, many of which tower over their guests and tenants.

“Shade versus safety, we more than likely will be taking out a majority of our trees.”

The Molesworths say they are hoping for a speedy recovery for the woman. Her family is looking at thousands of dollars in damages to the camper on top of medical bills and other expenses.

A GoFundMe has been set up to help the family.

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Who are Northern Kentucky’s returning boys, girls tennis qualifiers?

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March 20, 2026

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Who are Northern Kentucky’s returning boys, girls tennis qualifiers?

The boys and girls tennis season for the Kentucky High School Athletic Association is underway and several players who made postseason runs, including a state champion, are back on the court for 2026.

To get back into the action, take a refresher and read about the returning Northern Kentucky tennis players who reached the 2025 KHSAA state tournament singles and doubles.

Note: Some doubles teams from 2025 are grouped together if both returned in 2026. They may not necessarily be doubles partners again this season.

Northern Kentucky boys tennis returning state qualifiers

Shayaan Ahmad, Villa Madonna

Ahmad was the runner-up in the Ninth Region tournament, retiring in the second set to Covington Catholic’s Alex Yeager, who would win the KHSAA state title. Ahmad reached the Round of 16 in the state tournament.

Blake Hussey, Covington Catholic

The junior has had postseason success as both a singles player as a freshman and last year in doubles when he teamed with Kalei Christensen to win the doubles state championship.

Jacob Kramer/Will Tribble, Covington Catholic

These sophomores paired for doubles competition last season, finishing as regional runner-up to their state-champion teammates. At the state tournament, they reached the semifinals.

Finley Mackay, Walton-Verona

A freshman for Walton-Verona this season, Mackay made the KHSAA state tournament as an eighth-grader last season, winning his opening match. In the Eighth Region tournament, Mackay reached the finals and finished as runner-up to North Oldham’s Samuel Gurevich.

Colin McClure, Dixie Heights

McClure reached the state tournament in doubles for the second time last year with now-graduated partner Griffen Derry. The pair reached the semifinals in the Ninth Region tournament and the Round of 16 at state, where they fell to the state champions from Covington Catholic.

Neel Reddy, Beechwood

Reddy qualified for the KHSAA state tournament last season in singles after finishing as a semifinalist in the Ninth Region tournament. He won his first two matches at the state tournament before falling in the Round of 16.

Navneeth Selvaraju, Ryle

Ryle’s Selvaraju, as a junior last year, was a semifinalist in the Ninth Region tournament, qualifying for state. In the state tournament, Selvaraju reached the third round with a win coming against Walton-Verona’s Finley Mackay in round two.

Cameron Wells/Christopher Wells, Campbell County

Now seniors, the Wells boys were finalists in the 10th Region tournament to qualify for the KHSAA state meet in 2025.

Northern Kentucky girls tennis returning state qualifiers

Gabrielle Browning, Simon Kenton

Browning was teamed up with Hope Dupin for doubles in the postseason last year. Browning returns after being a semifinalist in the Eighth Region and winning the state tournament opener to reach the Round of 32.

Malia Christensen/Isabella McElwee, Notre Dame

The Panda pair were just sophomores last season when they finished as Ninth Region semifinalists, qualifying for the KHSAA state tournament. At state, Christensen and McElwee got as far as the Round of 16.

Annika Derks, Simon Kenton

Derks, now a senior, reached the state tournament last year in a doubles grouping with the since-graduated Natalie Lukey. The pair qualified for state by reaching the semifinals of the Eighth Region tournament.

Cassidy Derry/Isabella Norvell, Dixie Heights

Derry, a junior, and Norvell, a senior, were doubles partners last year when they finished as Ninth Region runners-up before the state tournament, where they went 1-1.

Kayla Johnson, Cooper

Last season, Johnson repeated as the Ninth Region singles champion, beating Beechwood’s Sadie Jones in the finals. In the state tournament, she won her first two matches before falling 6-2, 6-2 in the Round of 16 to eventual state champion Sydney Zakic of Scott County.

Avery Love/Niveditha Selvaraju, Ryle

Love was a junior last year and Selvaraju, just an eighth-grader, when the pair prevailed as Ninth Region champions, beating Derry and Norvell of Dixie Heights 6-2, 6-1 in the finals. They won their opening two rounds at state before falling 6-4, 7-6 (12-10) in a hard-fought Round of 16 match.

Kaylin Lovell, Scott

Lovell was a junior in 2025 when she reached the finals of the 10th Region tourney where she was the runner-up after a 6-4, 6-1 match. She won her first match at the state tournament before exiting in the Round of 32.

Rylee Ritter, Campbell County

Ritter was a semifinalist in the 10th Region tournament in 2025, falling to the regional winner, Aysha Garza of Bourbon County. Ritter battled in her state opener before falling 7-6 (7-5), 7-6 (7-4).

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Jayden Quaintance says he is ‘unlikely’ to return for Kentucky this season

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March 19, 2026

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Jayden Quaintance says he is ‘unlikely’ to return for Kentucky this season

It has been over two months since we last saw Jayden Quaintance on the court in blue and white. Well, don’t expect to see him moving forward this season. Knee swelling has been a constant issue in Quaintance’s ramp-up process, but with at most just a few weeks left, things are not looking good for a potential return from the projected first-round NBA draft pick.

On his call-in radio show on Monday, head coach Mark Pope said he doesn’t think the star big man will return this week. “JQ is making progress, but I don’t think he’s going to be able to be able to cross the line before this weekend, although you never know for sure.” After continuously saying that Quaintance has not even returned to the practice floor with multiple bleak updates, Quaintance himself chimed in on his own situation.

In speaking with media ahead of Kentucky’s first-round matchup with Santa Clara in the NCAA Tournament, Quaintance went in-depth on his situation as he continues rehabbing towards what he says is an ‘unlikely’ return at this time for the Wildcats this season. “It depends how fast we ramp up,” Quaintance said on Thursday. “I have the strength to retain, but the swelling has still kind of been lingering around. I haven’t done too much stuff on-court in a long time, so I’d kind of have to reinitiate slowly into that, but it’s probably unlikely currently.”

Jan 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Jayden Quaintance (21) fives a teammate during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images | Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

In the meantime, Quaintance is fully-focused on his rehab, trying to continue making progress controlling the swelling in his knee that has been a constant problem. “Just focusing on rehab, trying to make sure everything’s going well, keeping things on the up and up with my knee. Things have been going pretty well. Trying to get rid of the swelling. I feel like we’ve been making progress.”

The 6-10 big man has not played for Kentucky since the Missouri game on Jan. 7, seeing just five total games of action this season. Since that time, it has been a constant issue with swelling an as a result, Quaintance has not suited up for over two months, nor has he seen any time with on-court stuff other than in-place jump shots.

With the amount of single games left up in the air for the Wildcats at this point, we’re on a time crunch for a potential Quaintance return, but he and the staff are continuing to move as quickly as possible.

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How to get tickets to the 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival fashion show

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March 19, 2026

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How to get tickets to the 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival fashion show

The Kentucky Derby Festival’s annual spring fashion show is fast approaching and it will be a night filled with color, statement looks and fresh trends.

The theme of the 2026 Dillard’s Spring Fashion Show, held this year on March 26 at Caesars Southern Indiana, 11999 Casino Center Drive SE in Elizabeth, Indiana, is “Color Rush: Fashion at the Speed of Life” and will showcase bold colors and fashion that captures the energy of the season. Think sleek accessories, bold looks, and all the finishing touches that make a Derby outfit unforgettable.

“Designers embrace bold color-drenched palettes paired with luxurious textures, fringe that sways with every step, feathers that flutter, satin that shines and tulle that adds playful drama,” Christine Fellingham, fashion show producer, said in a news release. “These aren’t just outfits; they’re expressions of how you feel.”

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The runway show will feature outfits and accessories from Dillard’s and Dillard’s Men. There will also be looks from several local boutiques, including Glasscock/Glasscock Too, Lady Luck Boutique, Magnolia & Fig, Mamili Boutique, Pineapple Paisley Boutique, Rodeo Drive, Sapphire on Spring Boutique, That Cute Little Shop and Work the Metal.

Hats are from Rhorer Couture Millinery, the Derby Festival’s Official Hat Designer, and hair and make-up are provided by J Michael’s Spa & Salon. Some of the Kentucky Derby Festival’s official products will also be featured at the event.

“We’re proud to return as the Title Sponsor and continue supporting our community as Louisville gears up for Derby season,” George Tanner, store manager at Dillard’s Mall St. Matthews said in the release. “The Dillard’s Spring Fashion Show celebrates the style and spirit of this time of year, and at Dillard’s, you’ll find everything you need for every event that comes with it.”

First produced in 1990, the Kentucky Derby Festival Fashion Show was originally created as a venue for unveiling the Festival’s Board of Director’s uniform. It was so successful, the Festival decided to make it a permanent addition to the Festival schedule.

Here’s what to know about the Kentucky Derby Festival 2026 Dillard’s Spring Fashion Show:

When is the KDF Dillard’s Spring Fashion Show?

More than just a fashion show, the Thursday, March 26 event is a fun night out with friends for those 21 years and older.

The pre-show kicks off at 5 p.m. with boutique shopping and cocktails. Before the doors open for the runway show, vendors from various boutiques will be set up on the second floor of the casino, and cash bars will be available. Doors to the casino’s expansive showroom open at 6:45 p.m., with dinner served at 7 p.m. Guests have a full hour to dine, mingle, and soak in the excitement before the runway lights come up at 8 p.m.

Where is the KDF Dillard’s Spring Fashion Show?

The spring fashion event takes place at Caesars Southern Indiana, 11999 Casino Center Drive SE in Elizabeth, Indiana.

What are my ticket options for the KDF Dillard’s Spring Fashion Show?

Main Floor tickets, which include dinner, are $150 or $1,500 for a table of 10 (includes reserved dinner seating and show). A cash bar will be available during the boutique shopping hour (cocktails not included with your ticket).

Purchase tickets at kdf.org.

Reach Kirby Adams at kadams@courier-journal.com

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