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It's about to get loud in Sturgis as Kentucky Monster Truck Wars heads to town. Tickets are available now for this action-packed event.

No matter how you slice it, there are many great places to eat pizza in town. National Pizza Week kicks off on Sunday, and it's time to celebrate. We're asking who has the most popular pizza joint around. Are you feeling saucy? Cast your vote now! We all knead-to-know who reigns supreme.

With Lights Over Gatlinburg open through January 31st and, perhaps, a smaller crowd since we're just past the holidays, maybe a quick trip to the Smokies is in order.

The USA Today "Best New Amusement Park Attractions" Poll has wrapped up, and you voted Cheetah Chase at Holiday World as 3rd best.

Florence returned to the Christmas Wish office this year and we couldn't be more grateful. This beautiful angel knitted over 700 hats for children of all ages.

Girl Scout Troop 1592 will have their 3rd Annual (drive-thru/pick-up) Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction on Saturday, and the community is invited.

A friend of mine who works at Maple Manor Nursing Facility in Greenville asked me to ask YOU for Christmas cards for their residents. I thought it would be a good idea to get ALL the nursing homes/assisted living facilities involved.

The Hopkins County Tourist & Convention Commission and the City of Madisonville have teamed up to create something that really stands out. Something safe and unique that families can enjoy this holiday season. And, it's FREE.

Looking for an "old-time" Christmas? How about a visit to the Old West? Don't worry, it's just over in southwestern Ohio.

Christmas lights "turn on" my holiday spirit. I'd imagine taking this tour of Gatlinburg and the Smokies might blow out a couple of bulbs.

If you looked high in the sky this morning you may have noticed something special. Back in December of 2019, the City of Owensboro announced the return of the US Navy Blue Angels Demonstration Team. They'll perform in August of 2021 at the Owensboro Air Show.

Here at WBKR we already know that local businesses are the heartbeat of Owensboro #welovelocal. This is why we're pleased to announce that the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce is bringing back Shop Owensboro with Independence Bank. Here's what you need to know.