Local News

Dawson Springs hopeful for FEMA assistance
This is Boyce Tate. Today: Mostly Sunny and 80. The American Red Cross is reaching out to flood victims to discuss their eligibility for financial assistance. If you are contacted please follow their instructions. If you did not receive a message, please visit the Red Cross website. You also need to know that ther...
21m ago

Construction is underway on Kentucky Municipal Energy Agency Center in Madisonville
This is Boyce Tate. Today: Sunny and 80. The state is in the process of opening a second police training site for the convenience of law enforcement agencies in the Commonwealth. The first class is underway at the M-P-D training facility on Nebo Road. Chief Steve Bryan says all is progressing well. (Clip in audio b...
22h ago

Providence Community Food Bank Golf Scramble Fundraiser
Grab your clubs and rally your crew for the Providence Community Food Bank Golf Scramble Fundraiser on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Providence Municipal Golf Course! It's $250 per four-person team-open to both men and women-and all for a great cause. Not up for swinging the sticks? You can still support by sponsoring ...
Apr 22, 2025
Local Area Obituaries

Debra "Debbie" Jean Dunn, 67
Debra "Debbie" Jean Dunn, age 67, of Dawson Springs, KY passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at her home. Mrs. Dunn was born on December 20, 1957 in Madisonsville, KY to Rita Emery Offutt Corbitt and the late Sam Offutt. She was the owner and operator of Bold and Beautiful Hair Salon in Ilsley, KY and was ...
Apr 22, 2025

Janice D. Hibbs Pike, 73
Janice D. Hibbs Pike, 73, of Madisonville, KY passed away on April 17, 2025 at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, KY. She was born on June 20, 1951 in Madisonville, KY to the late Dexter and Virginia Hibbs Janice was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed gardening, family time, yard sales, playing games on the inter...
Apr 22, 2025

Ruth A. Utley Farris, 76
Ruth A. Utley Farris, 76, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Dawson Springs Health and Rehabilitation in Dawson Springs, KY. She was born on March 23, 1949, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Geneva "Kate" Robards Utley May and William Ruby Utley. She was formerly employed as a real ...
Apr 22, 2025
Coalfield Comments

Coalfield Comments, April 21, 2025
Join Trevor Rice Monday morning's for Coalfield Comments from 8-9 a.m.! He welcomes in guests to highlight what's going on in our local communities. On this week's program, he invited Karen Solise, the president of the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce to discuss how her and the chamber help local businesses. He also ...
Apr 21, 2025

Coalfield Comments, April 14, 2025
Join host, Trevor Rice, every Monday morning from 8-9 a.m. on 103.5 The Light FM! He brings in guest speakers to discuss key issues and happenings going on in our local communities. This week, he invited Dawson Springs Mayor, Jenny Sewell, in to discuss the recent floods and FEMA projects that are on going with their c...
Apr 14, 2025

Coalfield Comments, April 7, 2025
Join host, Trevor Rice, for Coalfield Comments each Monday morning from 8-9 a.m.! He'll highlight the people and entities that make up our communities by diving deep into discussions that will inform listeners. On our first April 2025 show, we welcomed Katie Doran, Food & Beverage Manager at the Kentucky Sports Fac...
Apr 07, 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

Coalfield Comments, April 21, 2025
Join Trevor Rice Monday morning's for Coalfield Comments from 8-9 a.m.! He welcomes in guests to highlight what's going on in our local communities. On this week's program, he invited Karen Solise, the president of the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce to discuss how her and the chamber help local businesses. He also ...
Apr 21, 2025

Monday Morning in Madisonville, April 21, 2025
Join Monday Morning in Madisonville each Monday from 7:30-8 a.m. on 103.5 The Light FM and online with wttlradio.com. With the Beech Bash in the Bluegrass going on this week, a small business round table happening, and everything in between, there was a bunch to get into this week. City Clerk, Kim Blue, joined this wee...
Apr 21, 2025

8th grader, Sadie Kirk, breaks the North Hopkins single game strikeout record
North Hopkins softball defeated Webster County 8-2 on Thursday. The Lady Maroons connected on four home runs (Kenzie Stoltz-2, Maggie Killough-1, Sydney Skeen-1) in the winning effort. Along the way, 8th grader, Sadie Kirk, broke a single game team record throwing 18 strikeouts. The previous record thrown was 17. Liste...
Apr 18, 2025
Country Music News

Self-Made Country Star Drew Baldridge Closes In On Another No. 1 With "Tough People"
Drew Baldridge finds himself on the brink of possibly securing another No. 1 hit with his current Top 15 single, "Tough People," following up the success of his groundbreaking self-released No. 1 hit from 2024, "She's Somebody's Daughter." Working alon...
15h ago

Jelly Roll Recommended For Pardon By Tennessee Parole Board
On Tuesday (April 22), the Tennessee Board of Parole unanimously recommended that Governor Bill Lee consider pardoning Jelly Roll for his past convictions. The move could potentially allow the singer to travel internationally for performances. After a ...
15h ago

Emmylou Harris, Jon Batiste, And More Set To Perform At Grammy Hall Of Fame Gala
The 2025 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala will feature performances by country legend Emmylou Harris, R&B icon Eddie Floyd, and Big Star drummer Jody Stephens. The event will take place on Friday, May 16 at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Califo...
15h ago
Pop Music News

Emmylou Harris, Jon Batiste, And More Set To Perform At Grammy Hall Of Fame Gala
The 2025 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala will feature performances by country legend Emmylou Harris, R&B icon Eddie Floyd, and Big Star drummer Jody Stephens. The event will take place on Friday, May 16 at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Califo...
15h ago

Carlos Santana Postpones Show After Being Hospitalized Due To Medical Emergency During Soundcheck
Carlos Santana was hospitalized following a medical emergency that occured during soundcheck ahead of his concert at San Antonio's Majestic Theatre on Tuesday (April 22). Doctors determined that the 77-year-old guitar legend was suffering from dehydrat...
15h ago

Roy Thomas Baker, Producer Of Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' The Cars, Journey, Mötley Crüe, And More, Dies At 78
Renowned music producer Roy Thomas Baker, best known for his work with Queen, The Cars, Foreigner, and other iconic acts, has died at the age of 78. Baker played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of numerous hit singles and albums throughout his lege...
15h ago