WESTERN Ky. (5/23/13) – It’s finally Friday, and SurfKY News is thrilled to offer you a weekly update of activities and events going on over the weekend in your neck of the woods! Get out and have a great time this Memorial Weekend! Hopkins County Dawson Springs Fun WeekendDawson Springs will be having a Fun Weekend from May 24- May 25, 2013 at Riverside Park from 10:00am-6:00pm Come out and see… Read More...

KENTUCKY (5/24/13) – This is your daily update of what has happened on this day in history. The Methodist Church formed 275 years ago today. “Mary had a Little Lamb” was published 183 years ago today. The first passenger rail service in the United States was established 183 years ago today. The first auto repair shop opened in Boston 114 years ago today. Thomas Edison invented telescribe to… Read More...

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (5/23/13) – Owners of Bluegrass Pharmacy, Julie and Gary Russell were recently recognized for their Outstanding Achievement for Community Services. The Pharmacy has been offering the Healthy Kids Vitamin Program since April of this year. The award was given by the City of Madisonville for business and industry leaders that illustrates Community Services through programs such as… Read More...

HOPKINS COUNTY, KY (5/23/13) – This week SurfKY News is featuring Talon as our Pet of the Week. Talon is a 1 ½ year-old male Siberian Husky/Labrador Retriever Mix. Pet Specifics: Pet ID: 962-13 If you would be interested in giving Talon a second chance at life, contact the Hopkins County Humane Society at 270-821-8965. If you would like to see more adoptable pets, check out the Hopkins County… Read More...

HOPKINS COUNTY, KY (5/23/13) - The following is your weekly update on local restaurant inspections for the Hopkins County area, courtesy of the Hopkins County Health Department 5 Star Video & Grocery - 100No violations Arby’s - 96Minor violations:•Ice scoop not properly stored•Towels and soap needed at all hand sinks Hopkins County Football Concession – 98Minor violation:•Debris build up on lip… Read More...

NORTONVILLE, Ky. (5/23/13) – The Relay for Life team, Believers Seeking a Divine Cure, will be having a yard sale this Saturday May 25, 2013. To help support and raise money for Relay for Life, the yard sale will take place at the Dixie Pan Restaurant parking lot located US Highway 41A North, in Nortonville. The yard sale will start at 7:00am. People from around the community have donated a… Read More...

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (5/23/13) – On Thursday, May 22, 2013 the Madisonville Police Department reported 7 instances of law enforcement activity. Dana Classen, 32, of Nebo was arrested on May 22 for Operating on a Suspended/Revoked License. The arresting officer was Jeff Miller. David Parker, 18, of Madisonville was served an arrest warrant on May 22 for Drug Paraphernalia Buy/Possess and Possession… Read More...

KENTUCKY (5/23/13) – This is your daily update of what has happened on this day in history. Ben Franklin announces his invention of bifocals 228 years ago today. The Associated Press News Service formed in New York 113 years ago today. Walt Disney incorporated his first film company, Laugh-O-Gram Films, 91 years ago today. Kentucky singer Rosemary Clooney was born 85 years ago today. The… Read More...

FRANKFORT, Ky. (5/23/13) – The following are the results of the Kentucky Lottery for Wednesday, MAY 22. The winning numbers for the Kentucky Lottery Powerball are 9 - 31 - 35 - 41 - 57 - 26 Winning numbers of the Kentucky Lottery are determined by the numbers drawn and not by the numbers reported. The Kentucky Lottery is not responsible for misprinted numbers on this page or any other medium. The… Read More...

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (5/23/13) – Madisonville Community College (MCC) is proud to announce that Elyssa Lear of Greenville was selected as the 2013 Outstanding Faculty Member. The award was presented by Dr. Deborah Cox, Chief Academic Officer, during the college’s May10th graduation ceremony. Students select the recipient of this award by majority vote. An Associate Professor of Mathematics, Lear is… Read More...

HOPKINS COUNTY, Ky. (5/23/13) – The following is your weekly update of movies showing at Carmike Cinemas, located in the Parkway Plaza Mall in Madisonville, Ky.* GREAT GATSBY,THE 2D (PG13) 6:55 | 10:05 GREAT GATSBY,THE 3D (PG13) 11:05 | 4:00 | 7:10 | 10:20 HANGOVER 3, THE (R) 11:00 | 11:30 | 1:50 | 2:20 | 4:35 | 5:05 | 7:20 | 7:50 | 9:45 | 10:15 IRON MAN 3: 2D (PG13) 11:25 | 4:00 PAIN AND GAIN… Read More...

MUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. (5/22/13) – When the second graduating class of Graham High School graduated in 1938, they formed the group, Graham Alumni Association. This group of individuals has been meeting for the last 75 years. Read More...

FRANKFORT, Ky. (5/22/13) – Governor Steve Beshear issued the following statement regarding the deadly Oklahoma tornadoes: “We grieve with those in Oklahoma affected by the devastating tornado damage and loss of life. Kentuckians are well familiar with the ravages of disasters like tornadoes, and we send our deepest sympathies to those who are suffering now,” Gov. Steve Beshear said. “Jane and I,… Read More...

KENTUCKY (5/14/13) - We all know the hairdryer is great for drying your hair, but can it be used to help get your family “Hooked on Science?” Jason Lindsey aka “Mr. Science” with Hooked on Science says yes and shows us how in this week’s experiment of the week. INGREDIENTS • Hairdryer • 2 Balloons INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Blow up a balloon and tie the end so the air stays inside. Blow up another… Read More...

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (5/22/13) – On Wednesday, May 22, 2013 the Madisonville Police Department reported one instance of law enforcement activity. George Martin, 18, of White Plains was arrested on May 21, for Assault in the 4th Degree (Domestic Violence) with Minor Injuries. The arresting officer was Falon Devore. Amber MenaSurfKY NewsInformation Provided by the Madisonville Police Department Read More...