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Vandals threaten central Kentucky's Rail Explorers
SUMMARY: Vandals have targeted Rail Explorers, a popular tourist attraction in Versailles, Kentucky, with anonymous threats and a recent break-in. Owners received a threatening letter warning that track destruction would occur if the bikes returned. Despite this, Mary Joy Lou, one of the owners, expressed that the business is committed to the community and is not deterred by intimidation, emphasizing their responsibility to employees and economic sustainability. Local resident Preston Swanson supports the attraction, stating the noise is minimal and the joy it brings to families is positive. The Versailles police are investigating the vandalism as the business prepares to reopen on March 29.
A season of peddling on a central Kentucky railroad line is just a week away. However, as employees with Rail Explorers walked in to the office Wednesday morning, they had an unpleasant surprise.
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Inside look: Kentucky Army National Guard operations exercise
SUMMARY: The Kentucky Army National Guard conducted a weekend training exercise in Louisville to sharpen skills for responding to natural disasters like floods and tornadoes. The exercise included helicopter simulations to ensure smooth protocol and effective communication during emergencies. Battalion S-3 Operations Officer Jacob Conner emphasized the importance of realistic, progressive training with instructor pilots to prepare members for real-world scenarios. This rigorous preparation aims to build proficiency, teamwork, and confidence, ensuring the Guard can effectively support communities throughout Kentucky during crises. The training highlights the Guard’s commitment to readiness and service to the commonwealth.
Inside look: Kentucky Army National Guard operations exercise
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Few showers possible Saturday night into Sunday
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Eric Zernich reports mostly dry, pleasant fall weather with clear skies and temperatures dipping into the 50s and 60s overnight. Most of the weekend stays dry, though a weak upper-level disturbance may bring a slight chance of showers late Saturday into Sunday morning, mainly in southern Indiana, but rain will likely fizzle due to dry conditions. Sunday will be warmer, reaching near 90°F, continuing into next week with summer-like heat in the 90s. Events like Bourbon and Beyond and the Gaslight Festival will enjoy mostly sunny skies, but attendees should stay hydrated as warm temperatures persist.
WLKY meteorologist Eric Zernich’s Friday night forecast
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Trump says he’ll send National Guard to Memphis, escalating his use of troops in US cities
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump announced plans to deploy the National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, to address crime concerns, claiming local officials support the move. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee welcomed the plan, while Memphis Mayor Paul Young opposed it, emphasizing community-focused solutions like rehabilitation and job support over military presence. Despite overall crime reductions and ongoing FBI operations, persistent gun violence and high-profile killings fuel concerns. Legal experts warn deploying troops for policing risks civil rights violations. Trump’s broader strategy involves sending troops to other Democratic-led cities, sparking political and legal debates over the use of military forces in domestic law enforcement.
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