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Brian & Trisha in the Morning: Voted Best Morning Show in Kentucky

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Early this morning, The Kentucky Association of Broadcasters announced the 2021 Excellence in Broadcasting Awards. For the second year in a row, Brian and Trisha were named the Best Morning Show in Kentucky!

“It affirms the hard work that we do everyday to provide the best for our listeners and dedication to our communities,” stated Marketing Specialist Jennifer Meyers.

Radio station WQXE was nominated for three different categories including Best Digital Product for the program “Furever Friends” with Afternoon Personality Adam Fuller, Best Morning Show with Brian Walker and Trisha Caudill, and for the prestigious “Station of the Year” award. Adam in the Afternoon was runner-up for Best Digital Product, and the station was runner-up for Station of the Year.

Hardin County Schools Mourn Loss of Denise Emberton

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Hardin County Schools has learned of the passing of Hardin County Schools Special Education Consultant Denise Emberton. Ms. Emberton has helped special needs students, from across the district, meet and exceed educational goals for nearly thirty years. She developed relationships with students, families and staff that will always be cherished. She was student-centered and gave all she had to ensure each student’s goals were achieved.

Single Vehicle Collision in Hodgenville

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Last night, Hodgenville Police responded to the Square on a report of a single vehicle collision.

The investigation revealed a 2000 Chevy Blazer, operated by Marcus Maulden of Magnolia, was traveling around the Square. As the vehicle started up the hill on South Lincoln Boulevard, the driver lost control, cross the northbound lane, and struck the west side of the B.R. Young Masonic Lodge. 

No injuries were reported, and no charges are expected. The investigation is ongoing. 

The Eric And Joe Show Recap

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The Eric and Joe Show wrapped up 3 nights of shows at the State Theater in Elizabethtown over the weekend. Proceeds from the sketch comedy are going to Helping Hand of Hope’s Affordable Christmas Program.

Immediately following last night’s show, crew member and photographer Andrew Johnson was struck by a vehicle.

“Shortly after 7 p.m.on Sunday evening, we were called to the area of West Dixie in reference to a serious motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. The pedestrian, who was an adult male, was transported from the scene by Hardin County EMS to the University of Louisville hospital with critical, but non life-threatening injuries,” stated Public Information Officer Chris Denham. Denham noted the driver involved in the accident was not charged.