WULF News

Kentucky State Police Post 4 Troopers are investigation a fatal collision that occurred on Saturday evening on I-65 in Hardin County. 

The preliminary investigation revealed a Jeep Liberty was traveling northbound on I-65 when, due to a possible medical emergency, the vehicle struck the concrete barrier, overturned, and caught on fire. The driver was transported to Baptist Health Hardin and was later pronounced deceased. The identity of the driver has not been released due to pending notification of next of kin. This is an ongoing investigation. 

As cooler temperatures move in, Sarah Fellows with Nolin Rural Electric Co-Op reminds homeowners to winterize their houses to avoid costly damage. “In the event of below-freezing temperatures, be sure to follow basic steps to keep your pipes from freezing like opening cabinet doors or keeping a small stream of water running at all times,” she said. 

When heating the home, cut down on the electric bill by monitoring thermostat settings. “For every degree that you turn down your thermostat, you save two to three percent off of your heating cost,” stated Meter and Power Use Controller Jason Mattingly. For more tips and information regarding winterizing the home, visit NolinRECC.com.

Throughout the month of November, Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland is organizing a virtual food drive. Similar to online shopping, items can be selected via their website and shipped directly to the Feeding America warehouse. 

“We’re doing this because of the enormous need that we have seen over the past year. This Thanksgiving is projected to be one of the most expensive meals in the history of the holiday, and we want to help bridge the gap between those in need and those wanting to experience the holiday,” states Feeding America Volunteer Coordinator Kaitlyn Jackson. 

Donations are being accepted now through November 30th. To donate, visit FeedingAmericaKY.Fenly.org.

A domestic argument left one dead and another injured in Breckinridge County. On October 20, 2021 around 6:52 a.m. CT, Kentucky State Police was notified by the Breckinridge County Sheriff’s Office requesting assistance in investigating a shooting that had occured at a residence near the 2000 block of Lonnie Haynes Road in Breckinridge County.

When troopers arrived on scene, they discovered Dennis Devers deceased outside of the residence. The preliminary investigation revealed that during a domestic argument, Amanda Devers had shot her husband multiple times. Amanda Devers had a single gunshot wound after she accidentally shot herself in the foot. She was transported to Baptist Health Hardin for treatment and was later released. She was charged with murder and lodged in the Breckinridge County Detention Center.

The investigation is ongoing by KSP Post 4 Detective Bryan Washer.

Baptist Health Hardin is now offering a Saturday morning Sports Injury Clinic beginning tomorrow. The clinic will be open to high school athletes with sports-related injuries. No appointment is necessary. The clinic opens at 7:30, and all patients must be signed in by 8:30. Patients will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis at the Diagnostics and Imaging part of the hospital campus. For more information, visit the Baptist Health Hardin Facebook page.