Tammy Hancock

News Reporter at WKDZ-FM (Cadiz, KY)

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Caldwell County Grand Jury Issues Multiple Indictments, Dismisses Two Cases

1 week ago | wpkyonline.com | Tammy Hancock

The Caldwell County Grand Jury has returned twelve felony indictments and two no-true bills from its April Session. A true bill was returned on Cody Evans of Princeton on two counts of first-degree sexual abuse. According to the indictment, Evans allegedly had sexual contact with two minors under the age of 12 between January 1, 2024, and October 12, 2024. The case was investigated by Kentucky State Police Post 2.
Princeton City Council Briefed on Downtown Building Roof Collapse

1 week ago | wpkyonline.com | Tammy Hancock

At last week’s meeting, Princeton Code Enforcement Officer Alan Getz provided an update to city council on the recent roof collapse of a downtown building. Getz shared that an aerial inspection conducted on February 27 of the Trail of Tears Big Springs Walkway discovered the roof collapse at 134 East Main Street, which prompted a property inspection on February 28 that declared the building unsafe.
Two Dawson Men and Princeton Man Indicted on Sex-Related Crimes

1 week ago | wpkyonline.com | Tammy Hancock

The Hopkins County Grand Jury returned four indictments from its April Session on sex-related crimes. A true bill was returned on Thomas Martin of Dawson Springs on charges of first-degree rape of a minor under 12, incest, and two counts of first-degree sexual abuse of a minor under 12. The indictment alleges that these crimes took place between August 1, 2020, and November 1, 2020. The case was investigated by the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman Indicted for Vehicular Homicide in January Pedestrian Death

1 week ago | wkdzradio.com | Tammy Hancock

A Clarksville woman was indicted by the Christian County Grand Jury on Friday in connection to a fatal accident that occurred in January. A true bill was returned on Rita Justice on charges of vehicular homicide while under the influence of alcohol, and operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, first offense with an aggravator.
Jay Burgett Named Caldwell County Primary School Principal

1 week ago | wpkyonline.com | Tammy Hancock

Caldwell County Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeremy Roach has announced Jay Burgett as the next principal of Caldwell County Primary School. According to Lizzie Wynne, Public Relations & Community Engagement Coordinator, Burgett brings 17 years of educational experience to the role, including 15 years as a classroom teacher.
Resolution to Convert Butler Building into Judicial Center Presented to Alumni Association

1 week ago | wpkyonline.com | Tammy Hancock

A Resolution to protect the county taxpayer by supporting the restoration, renovation, and conversion of the historic Butler Building into the new Caldwell County Judicial Center will be considered by community organizations and the subject of future public meetings.
Governor Beshear Confirms Sixth Death Linked to Flooding

2 weeks ago | wkdzradio.com | Tammy Hancock

On Thursday, Governor Andy Beshear announced that over 70 counties have declared a state of emergency due to the historic flooding in the Commonwealth, which has claimed the lives of six people. During his weekly Team Kentucky update, Gov. Beshear reported another flood-related death has been confirmed. Audio Playerclick to download audioHe noted that each of these deaths was caused by floodwaters, serving as a stark reminder that conditions remain dangerous.
Governor Beshear Confirms Sixth Death Linked to Flooding

2 weeks ago | whvoradio.com | Tammy Hancock

On Thursday, Governor Andy Beshear announced that over 70 counties have declared a state of emergency due to the historic flooding in the Commonwealth, which has claimed the lives of six people. During his weekly Team Kentucky update, Gov. Beshear reported another flood-related death has been confirmed.
Princeton Man Sentenced to 21 Years for Wife's Murder

2 weeks ago | wpkyonline.com | Tammy Hancock

A man from Princeton has been sentenced to more than 20 years in prison following a plea agreement in connection to the death of his wife in March 2024. Eric Wright, along with public defender Mary Rohrer, appeared before Judge Jamus Redd in Caldwell Circuit Court last week, where he was sentenced to 21 years in prison for murder. Wright is not eligible for parole until he has served 85% of his sentence.
Caldwell County Transition Efforts Underway Amid Ongoing Challenges

2 weeks ago | wpkyonline.com | Tammy Hancock

During Tuesday morning’s Caldwell County Fiscal Court meeting, magistrates were updated on the ongoing efforts to transition from the response phase to the recovery phase following the recent flooding. McCaslin reported that as of Tuesday morning six water rescues had been conducted during the flooding event, with no fatalities reported. He indicated that while the county is progressing toward the recovery phase, it remains in the response phase due to ongoing issues that need to be addressed.