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Scott County sheriff announces resignation to pursue house seat

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www.youtube.com – FOX 56 News – 2024-09-24 18:27:16

SUMMARY: Scott County Sheriff Tony Hampton is retiring to concentrate on his campaign for the Kentucky House, following advice to retire to safeguard his law enforcement benefits. He has served as sheriff for nearly 14 years. Chief Deputy Jeremy Nettles, who has been with the sheriff’s office since 2008, will be sworn in as the new sheriff on Thursday.

Scott County Sheriff Tony Hampton is set to retire to focus on his bid for the Kentucky house.

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Azerbaijani airliner crashes in Kazakhstan, killing 38 with 29 survivors, officials say

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December 25, 2024

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www.wnky.com – Associated Press – 2024-12-25 14:23:00

SUMMARY: An Azerbaijani airliner, an Embraer 190, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on December 25, 2024, killing 38 of the 67 people onboard. The flight, from Baku to Grozny, diverted to Aktau due to worsening weather and a reported bird strike, attempting an emergency landing 3 km from the airport. Among the passengers were Azerbaijani, Russian, Kazakh, and Kyrgyz citizens. Mobile footage showed the plane descending steeply before crashing in flames. Authorities from Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Russia are investigating. Azerbaijan’s President Aliyev declared December 26 a day of mourning, and Russia offered assistance.

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Mainly dry and unseasonably mild for Christmas Day

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December 24, 2024

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www.wtvq.com – T.G. Shuck – 2024-12-24 15:41:00

SUMMARY: Central and Eastern Kentucky experienced damp conditions on Christmas Eve with scattered showers and temperatures in the mid-40s. Christmas Day will remain mostly dry, with cloudy skies and temperatures reaching the low 50s. Thursday will be pleasant, with dry weather and temperatures in the mid-50s. However, rain chances increase on Friday as a wave of low pressure approaches, leading to widespread rain over the weekend, with highs in the upper 50s to around 60°F. After a brief dry spell Monday, another storm system may bring more showers for New Year’s Eve.

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Franklin’s Nights of Lights brings holiday joy

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December 23, 2024

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www.wnky.com – Micah Henson – 2024-12-23 21:15:00

SUMMARY: Franklin’s Nights of Lights holiday drive-through at Jim Roberts Community Park is a free event organized by Franklin-Simpson Parks and Recreation, running nightly from 6 to 9 PM until Christmas. Now in its third year, it features expanded lights, displays, and interactive activities. Donations of cash and nonperishable food are collected for local pantries. Director Lisa Deavers highlights the community-sponsored effort to spread holiday joy. A new addition this year is the Memory Trees, honoring loved ones and pets. Upcoming events include a First Day Hike and the Puzzle Palooza competition. For details, visit their Facebook page.

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