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Deputy killed in Russell County shooting named, trailer damaged in shooting

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www.youtube.com – FOX 56 News – 2024-09-17 08:53:01

SUMMARY: In Russell County, Deputy Josh Fips tragically died in the line of duty while searching for a suspect fleeing from the Kentucky State Police. According to Sheriff Derek Pson, Deputy Fips, a three-year veteran, was engaged in a gunfight while responding to an incident on Bluebird Drive. He sustained injuries and succumbed later at a local hospital. Eyewitnesses reported hearing rapid gunfire in a mobile home park, where the suspect attempted to evade arrest. Property damage was noted, particularly in a nearby camper. The investigation is being led by Kentucky State Police, and schools in the area are closed as the community mourns.

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The Russell County Fiscal Court said Monday night that RCSO deputy Josh Phipps was killed. According to KSP, he was a three-year veteran of the sheriff’s office.

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Evening weather forecast: 5/2/2025

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www.youtube.com – FOX 56 News – 2025-05-02 20:02:21

SUMMARY: Evening weather update for 5/2/2025: Scattered storms remain, with one severe storm in parts of Lee and Jackson Counties, centered over McKe until 7:00 p.m. The watch has been mostly lifted, though a strong storm in Anderson County could prompt another warning shortly. Most storms are expected to subside by 9:00 p.m. Derby weekend brings showers and storm chances, especially around Church Hill, with a rainy Sunday as well. Louisville will see a significant temperature drop. Scattered showers and storms will continue into tomorrow morning, with possible isolated severe storms and lingering rains into Sunday. More updates will follow as needed.

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Kentucky’s evening weather forecast for May 2, 2025.

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Dodging showers and storms through Derby weekend

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www.wtvq.com – T.G. Shuck – 2025-05-02 15:40:00

SUMMARY: Spring warmth returned to Central and Eastern Kentucky on Friday, with highs in the 70s and 80s. Gusty winds and rising humidity signaled more storms, with strong to severe thunderstorms expected Friday evening, mainly involving damaging winds and large hail. The Kentucky Derby forecast predicts intermittent rain and thunderstorms, with temperatures in the mid to upper 60s. Sunday will see scattered showers as a persistent low pressure system remains over the region. A brief dry period is expected Monday before another round of light, spotty showers returns on Wednesday.

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Elizabeth McCall with Woodford Reserve

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www.youtube.com – FOX 56 News – 2025-05-02 08:35:59

SUMMARY: Woodford Reserve is celebrating the 151st Kentucky Derby with a special $5,000 Mint Julep served in exquisite gold-plated cups featuring the Derby trophy and synthetic pink sapphires. Master distiller Elizabeth McCall highlights the tribute to the three rare female Kentucky Derby winners by tailoring the julep recipe to honor them, using three types of mint—chocolate, spearmint, and peppermint—and Woodford Reserve bourbon. The event supports a charity in Paris, Kentucky, providing sanctuary for broodmares, honoring mares that have contributed to the thoroughbred industry. The celebration took place at Churchill Downs during Derby weekend.

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