Kentucky January 1st-6th Forecast

Eastern

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after midnight. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Low around 58. South southwest wind 5 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

New Year's Day

Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 3pm, then showers between 3pm and 4pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. High near 70. Breezy, with a south southwest wind 6 to 11 mph increasing to 12 to 17 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 39 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Saturday Night

Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 3am, then a chance of showers after 3am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Low around 48. Southwest wind 6 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

Sunday

Petland Charities Donates $28,500 to Local Shelters and Rescues; $3,000 to Mayfield, KY

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio, Dec. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Petland Charities is excited to not only provide much-needed funds to local shelters and rescues this holiday season, but also to support the disaster relief efforts in Mayfield, KY with a $3,000 donation to the Mayfield-Graves County Animal Shelter.

Petland Charities presented 26 locally-operated shelters and rescues in four states with $1,000 checks this week. The 501c3 organization also sent $3,000 and nearly $2,000 in dog food to Mayfield, KY after tornados devastated the town.

"The local shelters work tirelessly to protect and care for abandoned pets in

TY WARNER INTRODUCES BEANIE BELLIES BEFORE THE HBO BEANIE MANIA DOCUMENTARY ON 12/23

The latest version of Beanies are made from the softest material ever used in Ty's company history. Details to be released soon

OAK BROOK, Ill., Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In advance of the release of the HBO Max documentary Beanie Mania, Chicago-based TY Inc., the largest manufacturer of soft toys in the world best known for Beanie Babies, has created a BEANIE BELLY.   A new shape and material made from the softest material the company has ever used, called VELVETY, will take these new Beanies directly into collector's hearts.

More details about the TY Beanie Bellies will be released soon on

Champion Petfoods Announces $25,000 Donation to Help Those in Kentucky Impacted by the Tornadoes

Pet food company makes impact in Kentucky community, home to the company's DogStar Kitchen, following severe weather system

AUBURN, Ky., Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As communities in the South and Midwest rebuild after getting hit by tornadoes and severe weather on December 11, Champion Petfoods, a business in Auburn that is dedicated to helping the community in which it operates, donated $25,000 to the Team Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund.

"As members of the community, we're heartbroken to see the aftermath of

Driving 101 Announces 2022 NASCAR Racing Experience Schedule

Country’s Premier Driving Experience to Bring Fast-Paced Fun to 16 Speedways Nationwide

Book Now for the Race Fan on Your Holiday Gift List

CHARLOTTE, NC, Dec. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – Motorsports’ leading fan driving experience partners – Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience, Richard Petty Driving Experience and Mario Andretti Racing Experience – announced today the schedule of event dates at premier speedways across the country.

Race fans can drive the same tracks as their idols, including Atlanta

John Deere Announces New Options and Updates to the M-Series Tracked Feller Bunchers, Harvesters, and Shovel Loggers

John Deere enhances Smooth Boom Control (SBC) system to M-Series Tracked Feller Bunchers, Harvesters, and Loggers.

John Deere also implements improved seat and new optional features including Heated Ventilated Seats (HVS) and a Premium XM radio option.

MOLINE, IL (Dec. 16 2021) — John Deere introduces new options and updates to the M-Series Tracked Feller Bunchers, Harvesters, and Shovel Logger. Enhancements have been made to the previously released Smooth Boom Control (SBC), as well as Improved Seat and Heated-Ventilated Seat (HVS) and Premium Radio that is XM ready. 

Updated Smooth Boom Control (SBC) improves the amount of pressure needed

LOWE'S DONATING $1 MILLION TO PROVIDE IMMEDIATE RELIEF IN WAKE OF TORNADO DEVASTATION ACROSS U.S.

-- Company to assist national disaster partners and nonprofit Pro customers --

-- Associates mobilize to help communities recover and clean up --

MOORESVILLE, N.C., Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lowe's today announced that it will donate $1 million to support immediate relief and recovery efforts after tornadoes cut through Kentucky and the nation's heartland, causing catastrophic and unprecedented damage. The $1 million donation will assist Lowe's disaster relief partners including the American Red Cross and Lowe's nonprofit Pro customers, helping these organizations and others provide emergency shelter, critical relief supplies, food, blood center operations and comfort to those affected by the deadly tornadoes.

Lowe's will donate $1 million to support immediate relief and recovery

John Deere Expands U.S. Footprint with Opening of Chicago Office

Deere plans to add 150 Information Technology jobs over the next two years, with the goal of hiring a total of 300 positions to support IT and additional roles within the company

MOLINE, Illinois (December 13, 2021) — Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) announced today the expansion of its U.S. footprint with the opening of a new Chicago office where it plans to add 150 Information Technology jobs over the next two years, with the goal of hiring a total of 300 positions to support IT and additional roles within the company. Initially, the facility will target IT capabilities in eCommerce, cloud, data and analytics, and a variety of innovation related technical skills.

"A focused expansion of John Deere's global footprint aligns directly with

SAVOY MAGAZINE CELEBRATES THE IMPACT OF DIVERSE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Marc Howze, Sheila Talton & Dmitri Stockton featured as part of the 2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors

Three leaders at John Deere have been named among the 2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors by Savoy Magazine.

The magazine released its list recently, which features Marc Howze, Group President, Lifecycle Solutions and Chief Administrative Officer, as well as board

D.C.'s Famous Capital City® Mambo Sauce Is Coming To KFC® Restaurants In Select Cities

The iconic D.C. sauce is available for a limited time at select KFC restaurants in the D.C. area, Dallas and Atlanta beginning December 6

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- D.C.'s famous Sweet Hot Capital City® mambo sauce is coming to select KFC restaurants in the Washington,D.C. area, Dallas and Atlanta for a limited time only beginning December 6. Known for its unique sweet, spicy and tangy flavor profile, Sweet Hot Capital City® mambo sauce perfectly complements KFC's world-famous fried chicken and your favorite sides!

Capital City® is a celebrated Black woman-owned business operated by Arsha Jones, who was born and raised in Washington, D.C., where mambo sauce could be found at nearly every carryout restaurant. After moving to the suburbs with her late husband Charles, she found it hard to get her hands on the

Former Amazon Executive Joins THREAD Leadership Team as Chief Product Officer

Appointment will serve to advance company's mission to transform how clinical research is conducted

CARY, N.C., Dec. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- THREAD, a leading technology and service provider enabling decentralized clinical trials (DCTs), today announced the appointment of Scott Pearson as chief product officer (CPO). An Army veteran, Pearson has a proven track record in leading innovation and technology development, having held product leadership roles at Amazon, GE and Nike.

Prior to joining THREAD, Pearson served as head of product for life sciences,

Commonwealth Hotels Acquires the Staybridge Suites Indianapolis Fishers and the Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsburg Indiana, expanding operations in Indiana

COVINGTON, Ky., Dec. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Commonwealth Hotels is excited to announce the acquisition of the Staybridge Suites Indianapolis Fishers and the Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsburg Indiana. The Staybridge is just 20 minutes from downtown Indianapolis and the Hampton Inn & Suites is located just 30 minutes from downtown Louisville and near the Indiana National Guard.

"We are excited to add these additional hotels to the Indiana market" Jennifer Porter, Chief Operations Officer, said. "Our managed portfolio is now 58 strong across the US and

Renee Cacchillo Assumes Role as President and CEO of Safelite Group

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Effective today, Renee Cacchillo officially assumes her role as President and CEO of Safelite® Group and also becomes a member of Belron's global leadership team.

Throughout her decade at Safelite, Renee has held increasingly

North America IT Services Market worth $660.9 billion by 2026 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a research report "North America IT Services Market with COVID-19 Impact Analysis, by Service Type (Professional Services, Managed Services, and Telecom Services), Organization Size, Deployment Type, Business Function, and Vertical - Forecast to 2026", published by MarketsandMarkets™, the North America IT Services Market size is expected to grow from USD 459.2 billion in 2021 to USD 660.9 billion by 2026, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.6% during the forecast period.

The flexibility and agility of IT Services models would support the IT service