Local News

Annual Memorial Day Celebration
The City of Madisonville invites the community to attend its annual Memorial Day Celebration on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The ceremony will be held at the Veterans Memorial, located at 445 North Main Street, Madisonville, KY. This solemn event will honor and remember the brave men and women who have served an...
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Movies at Mahr
Join us for a magical evening under the stars as we host an outdoor movie night on the big screen in Mahr Park! Bring your friends, family, and a cozy blanket for a night of fun and entertainment. May 16th - The Wizard of Oz June 13th - The Lego Movie July 11th - Wall E No cost for entry, popcorn and drinks. *All movie...
19h ago

3rd Annual Mental Health Awareness Walk
There is no start at the same time and finish at the same time; there's no winner or loser. It's just a casual stroll to escape the busyness of our lives. Each area will have special information to help with mental health issues. The walk will be on May 15th and will be from 4-6pm at the Mahr Park Arboretum!
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Local Area Obituaries

Barbara J. Dunbar Cates, 88
Obituary Barbara J. Dunbar Cates, 88, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Ridgewood Terrace Nursing and Rehab in Madisonville. She was born on January 2, 1937, in Providence, KY, to the late Kathleen Melton Dunbar and Ivan "Bud" Dunbar. When she was younger, she was a beautician and ...
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Gavin Nathanial Offutt, 20
Obituary Gavin Nathanial Offutt, 20, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was born on August 24, 2004, in Madisonville, KY, to Crystal Tittsworth Offutt and Jason Offutt. He was employed at Charbon Contracting. He enjoyed fishing, playing...
May 08, 2025

Delores Ann Buchanan Edwards, 77
Obituary Delores Ann Buchanan Edwards, 77, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her daughter's home in Madisonville. She was born on April 30, 1948, in Henderson, KY, to the late Mary Mills Buchanan and Frank Buchanan. She was a self-employed sitter. She enjoyed her dogs and gardening. Her great...
May 07, 2025
Coalfield Comments

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

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
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

What does a paralegal do?
On today's episode of Law Talk: Episode 18, we learn what a paralegal does for the attorney at a law firm. Tiana Polk, who is the paralegal at Springer Law Firm, joined this edition of the show to explain the details of her position. With nearly two decades of paralegal experience, she has built up quite the impressive...
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Jesus Asks, Episode 107
It's the perfect blend of what's going on in politics and incorporating scripture to blend it all together. Join Christy Anglin and Steve Keist every Thursday for "Jesus Asks: Are You Listening?" Listen to this week's program below! Shows are included in our Sound Cloud archive.
May 08, 2025

2nd Region diamond action, Travis Perry commits, recapping Kentucky Derby 151, and more
Join Trevor Rice and Dustton Walker every Wednesday for Sports Nutz, a one hour program that covers area athletics. On this week's program, the guys dive into 2nd Region baseball and softball action, get into Travis Perry committing to Ole Miss, Dawson Springs has a new coach, Montgomery Johnston will play college ball...
May 08, 2025
Country Music News
Lainey Wilson And Ella Langley Win Big At 2025 ACM Awards
The 60th Annual ACM Awards took place on Thursday (May 8) at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, hosted by Reba McEntire for a record 18th time. Lainey Wilson was the night's big winner, taking home the ceremony's highest award, Entertainer o...
May 09, 2025

84-Year-Old Grand Ole Opry Legend Jeannie Seely Is Recovering After Recent Health Issues
Grand Ole Opry icon Jeannie Seely is recovering from multiple recent health issues, including back and abdominal surgeries, an extensive stay in the ICU, and pneumonia. The 84-year-old country legend expressed gratitude for the support and love she rec...
May 09, 2025

Lainey Wilson Awarded 2025 ACM Artist-Songwriter Of The Year By Reba McEntire And Miranda Lambert
On Wednesday (May 7), Lainey Wilson found out that she had been named the 2025 ACM Awards' Artist-Songwriter of the Year, surprisingly receiving the honor from fellow country music stars Miranda Lambert and Reba McEntire a day before the big ceremony. ...
May 09, 2025
Pop Music News

84-Year-Old Grand Ole Opry Legend Jeannie Seely Is Recovering After Recent Health Issues
Grand Ole Opry icon Jeannie Seely is recovering from multiple recent health issues, including back and abdominal surgeries, an extensive stay in the ICU, and pneumonia. The 84-year-old country legend expressed gratitude for the support and love she rec...
May 09, 2025

Barry Keoghan Refused Ringo Starr's Request To Play Drums For Him Ahead Of Beatles Biopics
Barry Keoghan is preparing to portray Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes' upcoming Beatles biopics. During an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Wednesday night, the Oscar-nominated actor revealed that he recently met the music legend, and had to turn down the B...
May 09, 2025

The Who Announce The Song Is Over North American Farewell Tour
On Thursday (May 8), The Who announced the dates and details of The Song Is Over North American Farewell Tour, which is being billed as their final run of live shows in the United States and Canada before they retire from the stage. The 16-date jaunt s...
May 09, 2025