Local News

Madisonville driver caught texting now facing multiple charges
This is Boyce Tate. Today: Sunny and 90. Madisonville's mayor sits on the board of the organization that provides Kentucky's cities, leaders and employees with many services. Kevin Cotton says the League of Cities also provides legislative advocacy, legal services, and policy development. (Clip in audio below) A Mad...
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Commonwealth Fund says many Kentuckians could lose jobs
This is Boyce Tate. Today: Sunny and 82. The Madisonville police are holding a woman on mail theft charges. After receiving a description of the thief on Saturday afternoon, the police arrested 42-year-old Chastie Gatten. The police say she walked into a residence on Chickasaw Drive, took an Amazon package, and dro...
May 14, 2025

K-9 Cash and his role on the M.P.D.
This is Boyce Tate. Today: Showers and 76. Two persons discovered at Grapevine Park after hours are now incarcerated. Both refused to give the officer their names. Paul Lee resisted arrest and attempted to flee on foot with several knives, but was tackled. One police officer was kicked in the face. Lee is charged...
May 13, 2025
Local Area Obituaries

Gregory "Greg" Harold Babb, 63
Obituary Gregory "Greg" Harold Babb, age 63, of Milan, TN, formerly of Madisonville, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at his home in Milan. He was born on October 28, 1961, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Martha Cunningham Babb and Harold Wayne Babb. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. ...
May 14, 2025

Alice Dean Redden, 95
Alice Dean Redden July 5, 1929 - May 10, 2025 Dawson Springs Alice Dean Thomas Redden, a cherished member of her community and a beloved matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully at her residence on May 10, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on July 5, 1929, in Dawson Springs, Kentucky, Alice worked tirelessly througho...
May 14, 2025

Linda Howton, 80
Linda Howton April 1, 1945 - May 10, 2025 Nebo, KY Linda Howton, born on April 1, 1945, in Ky, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN. She leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion, remembered fondly as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and beloved pastor's wife. For t...
May 14, 2025
Coalfield Comments

Coalfield Comments, May 12, 2025
It was a busy morning on Coalfield Comments as many guests were in studio! The Monday, May 12 edition of the program included interviews with: -Loman Scarbrough of the Hopkins County Sportsmen and Sportswomen Club -Jack Whitfield, Hopkins County Judge Executive -Dustin Potenza and Melissa Taylor of the Hopkins County H...
May 12, 2025

Coalfield Comments, May 5, 2025
Join Coalfield Comments Monday morning's from 8-9 a.m. on 103.5 The Light FM and online with wttlradio.com. This week's program included conversations with Jacklyn Rideout, EMS Paramedic Program Director, and Luci Bess, Events Coordinator with the City of Madisonville. Listen to both interviews below!
May 05, 2025

Coalfield Comments, April 28, 2025
Learn about issues and community events going on in Madisonville and Hopkins County Monday mornings from 8-9 a.m. on 103.5 The Light FM through Coalfield Comments. Join Trevor Rice, as he interviews leaders in our community. Joining this week's program is a sibling duo who help the Hopkins County Weather Facebook page,...
Apr 28, 2025
106.9 WTTL

Update on the Hopkins County Humane Society after EF1 tornado damage
Trevor Rice went out to the Hopkins County Humane Society on Thursday to see the work going on after the facility suffered significant damages due to the recent tornado that came through Madisonville. The Humane Society says it's currently housing 28 dogs still in the back end of the building. If you'd like to adopt an...
Apr 18, 2025

2025 Madisonville Garage Doors Holiday World Summer Tour
Head to any of the below sponsors in Madisonville and make sure you're getting registered for the 2025 Madisonville Garage Doors Holiday World Summer Tour! 1000 Margaret Ct, Madisonville, KY 42431 648 S Main St, Madisonville, KY 42431 31 N Seminary St, Madisonville, KY 42431
Apr 15, 2025

WTTL becomes a McLean County Flood Relief Drop-off
106.9 WTTL, 103.5 The Light, and NASH 104.9, have become a drop-off location for several items to aid McLean County residents due to the recent flooding. Flood waters from the Green River will crest Monday, April 14, with around sixty percent of the county under water. Listen to the interview with Jalen Daugherty, who ...
Apr 14, 2025
Nash 104.9

WTTL becomes a McLean County Flood Relief Drop-off
106.9 WTTL, 103.5 The Light, and NASH 104.9, have become a drop-off location for several items to aid McLean County residents due to the recent flooding. Flood waters from the Green River will crest Monday, April 14, with around sixty percent of the county under water. Listen to the interview with Jalen Daugherty, who ...
Apr 14, 2025

Have some fun with scenes from MadCon 2025 at the Parkway Plaza Mall
WTTL hosted our first ever, MadCon! It was so much and we got to see and meet so many faces out at the Parkway Plaza Mall for our March event! Trevor shows you through the hallway space where the convention was held. We had a cosplay contest, Magic: Commander tournament, panels, vendors, and so much more! Watch the vid...
Apr 01, 2025

A tour of the Glema Mahr Center for the Arts for the production of The Little Mermaid
Ever been to the Glema Mahr Center for the Arts in Madisonville? Well, if you haven't, then take a tour with Trevor by watching the video below! He had a chance to visit the facility ahead of the Hopkins County Schools joint March 2025 production of "The Little Mermaid."
Apr 01, 2025
103.5 The Light

Jesus Asks, Episode 108
Join Christy Anglin and Steve Keist every Thursday from 4-5 p.m. on 103.5 The Light FM and wttlradio.com! They blend the latest stories and developments in politics and tie it into scripture and bring an enlightening message for their listeners. Listen to this week's program below!
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Coalfield Comments, May 12, 2025
It was a busy morning on Coalfield Comments as many guests were in studio! The Monday, May 12 edition of the program included interviews with: -Loman Scarbrough of the Hopkins County Sportsmen and Sportswomen Club -Jack Whitfield, Hopkins County Judge Executive -Dustin Potenza and Melissa Taylor of the Hopkins County H...
May 12, 2025

Monday Morning in Madisonville, May 12, 2025
Deputy City Administrator, Brad Long, and Madisonville Mayor, Kevin Cotton, welcomed Representative, Wade Williams, in studio this morning to discuss Madisonville and our area from a national and state level. He also delved into his role as President of Economic Development. Listen to the entire 30-minute May 12 progra...
May 12, 2025
Country Music News

Hudson Westbrook Credits Miranda Lambert With Giving Him The Best Advice Of His Young Career
Over the past year, Hudson Westbrook rose to fame with hits like "Take It Slow" and "House Again." In a new interview with People, the 20-year-old country music sensation reflects on his whirlwind success, while also sharing the helpful advice he recei...
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Billboard Country Live Planning Another Concert Showcase In Nashville This June
Billboard Country Live is set to host another two-day event in Nashville, with this year's festivities set to take place on June 5-6 at Luke Combs' Category 10. The celebration will include a showcase concert on Thursday (June 5) presenting live perfor...
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Morgan Wallen Shares Insight Into How He Curated His Sand In My Boots Festival
Morgan Wallen's inaugural Sand In My Boots Festival will officially kick off this weekend in Gulf Shores, Alabama, running from May 16-18. The fest coincides with the release of Wallen's highly-anticipated new album, I'm the Problem, which dropped on F...
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Pop Music News

Auction Of Bill Walton's Personal Items Features Treasure Trove Of Grateful Dead Collectibles
Bill Walton, the avid Grateful Dead fan and NBA Hall of Famer, left behind an impressive collection of memorabilia when he died in May of 2024 at the age of 71. Many of those unique items are now up for auction as part of "The Personal Collection of Bi...
10h ago

'Pink Floyd At Pompeii: MCMLXXII' Live Album Debuts In Top 10 On Multiple Billboard Charts
Pink Floyd's live album Pink Floyd at Pompeii: MCMLXXII makes an impressive debut in the Top 10 across various Billboard charts, including a No. 3 entrance on Top Album Sales. This release serves as the band's 15th career Top 40-charting effort on the ...
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Bruce Springsteen Shares Unheard Honky Tonk Tune, "Repo Man," From 'Tracks II' Box Set
On Wednesday (May 14), Bruce Springsteen shared the previously unreleased song, "Repo Man," a rollicking honky tonk number recorded during the same sessions as 1995's The Ghost of Tom Joad. The song is another preview from Springsteen's upcoming Tracks...
May 15, 2025