Daily editionSaturday, September 26th, 2026
Good morning, Henderson.
The 5AM Henderson Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of September.
Community
Audubon Chrysler Center is hosting the EAJ Backs the Blue Rally, where entrants can win a 2026 Jeep Wrangler lease and 84 prizes by entering online or at the showroom until Oct. 11.
The event, supporting Cops Connecting with Kids, ends on Oct. 17 (winners drawn at 3:30 p.m. CST).
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Culture
Henderson’s Dia de los Muertos celebration returns at Central Park on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 4 to 7 p.m. and features live mariachi, traditional dancers, food trucks, crafts, and a touching candlelight procession honoring loved ones (free admission).
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Government
Henderson County Fiscal Court approved a resolution letting Stellar Renewables issue a building permit for its 421-acre solar project near Ky.
425. The project must meet updated protective measures and is expected to eventually supply 20% of local energy needs.
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Health
Kentucky reported 67 measles cases, including 7 hospitalizations, according to state health officials on Friday morning.
Health officials advise anyone who may have been exposed to call their health care provider before visiting a clinic or emergency room.
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