Saturday Mornings with Milt on WBRT

10/03/2025

One killed and another hurt in a crash today in the Bloomfield area.

10/03/2025

Bardstown lost one of its biggest champions today. Had the honor to interview her several times over the years. What a special lady. No one knew Bardstown like Dixie knew Bardstown!

BARDSTOWN, Ky. — The City of Bardstown is mourning the loss of former Mayor Dixie Hibbs, who served as mayor for four years and as a member of the Bardstown City Council for two decades.

Hibbs, remembered as a dedicated public servant and passionate advocate for Bardstown’s history and growth, was widely respected for her leadership and vision. She was also an accomplished author, publishing several books that highlighted the community’s rich past.

“Dixie Hibbs was a true servant leader whose love for Bardstown could be seen in everything she did and the many books she published,” Mayor Dick Heaton said in a statement. “Her legacy of leadership, knowledge of history and commitment to the city will live on for generations.”

Funeral and memorial arrangements will be announced by her family.

The City of Bardstown extended its condolences to Hibbs’ family, recognizing her lifelong contributions to preserving the community’s traditions while helping shape its future.

05/31/2025

Your first look at news is coming up at 7am! Here are some of the headlines we're working on for your Saturday morning.

* Tornado touches down in Washington County, leaving one dead.

* A jury in the Steve Lawson trials delivers a verdict in Bowling Green.

* Nelson Fiscal Court meets next week.

05/31/2025

Good Saturday morning! Join me at 1320 AM or 97.1 FM WBRT or online at www.wbrtcountry.com.

05/30/2025

A Warren County jury has found Steve Lawson guilty of charges in connection with the Crystal Rogers case.

A jury in Bowling Green has found Steve Lawson guilty of both charges against him in connection with the disappearance and presumed death of Crystal Rogers. Lawson was found guilty on charges of conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with physical evidence. The jury of 10 women and five men recommended 17 years in prison.

Sentencing is scheduled for Aug. 6, 2025.

Lawson is the first of three to go to trial in connection with the case.

05/30/2025

One person was killed and four others injured after an apparent tornado touched down in southeastern Washington County Friday morning. Officials with the National Weather Service Office in Louisville say that the estimated 115 mph winds were indicative of an EF2 tornado.

One person is dead and five injured in Washington County following a storm system that moved through Central Kentucky, Friday, May 30, 2025.

Kevin Devine, director of Washington County Emergency Management, says that the injured were transported to Ephraim McDowell Medical Center in Danville. Three of those, including a three year old child, were transferred to the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. Their conditions are not known.

Washington County Judge Executive Timothy Graves says that two homes and several other buildings were destroyed.

Graves and Devine thanked the first responders who worked to help the affected following the storms.

The possible tornado hit what officials say is a sparsely populated area near the Washington-Boyle County line. The first calls reporting damage came in at about 7:11 am, according to Devine.

National Weather Service officials are in Washington County surveying the damage.

In a statement, Gov. Andy Beshear asked the public to keep those affected in their prayers.

“Please pray for these families and everyone affected,” said Beshear.

(Photo courtesy of the Washington County Sheriff's Office)

05/17/2025

Your first look at news is coming up at 7am! Here are some of the headlines we're working on for your Saturday morning.

* A recap of severe weather that moved through the area Friday night.

* Gas prices continue their upward trend.

* Nelson Fiscal Court meets next week.

05/17/2025

Good Saturday morning! Join me at 1320 AM or 97.1 FM WBRT or online at www.wbrtcountry.com.

05/17/2025

It is likely going to be a bumpy night with impending severe weather. Make sure that you have multiple ways to get emergency weather alerts. Residents in Nelson and Washington County can sign up for alerts by going to www.smart911.com. It's FREE!

This service helps 9-1-1 protect your family by providing more information to first responders. You should sign up too, it is free!

04/19/2025

Your first look at news is coming up at 7am! Here are some of the headlines we're working on for your Saturday morning.

* Judge denies request for trial delay.

* Gas prices continue their downward trend.

* Bardstown Farmers Market opens this weekend for the season.

04/14/2025

Severe weather possible this evening. Be weather aware!

A few strong storms, some possibly severe, will move through parts of Kentucky Monday afternoon and into the evening hours.