Kevin Patton, C&P Top News

Kevin Patton

C&P Top News

Henderson, KY, United States

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  • C&P Top News
  • The Courier-Journal
  • The Gleaner
  • Daily News Journal

Past articles by Kevin:

After nearly 26 years, Kevin Patton closes the door on his career at Henderson Gleaner

Kevin Patton, who has been a sports writer for nearly 26 years, says goodbye to the readers of the Henderson Gleaner. → Read More

Watch: Horse escapes from Kentucky track for a run down the highway

Bold and Bossy evidently couldn’t wait to race Saturday at Ellis Park. The filly was so impatient, in fact, that she took off from the track and ran down a nearby highway. → Read More

HCHS student-athletes can return to practice July 13 but must have negative COVID test first

Before students at Henderson County High School can return to sports or band, they must be tested for COVID-19. → Read More

Despite restrictions, Ellis Park is ready to welcome back fans for live racing July 2

HENDERSON, Ky. — Horse racing returns to Ellis Park Thursday, and it will look different than it ever has before. Although a limited number of fans will be allowed into some of the track’s indoor facilities, the grandstand and outdoor seating areas will remain empty, at least for a while. Ellis Park will be the first track in Kentucky to allow fans in to watch races since the COVID-19 pandemic… → Read More

Reitz falls victim to 'perfect storm,' Henderson's early momentum in 20-7 loss

Andy Hape saw Friday’s 20-7 loss at Henderson County as a perfect storm for a young team trying to gain confidence. → Read More

Ellis Park sale approved; new owners have $100 million in plans for lights, restaurants, hotel

The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission unanimously approved the sale of Ellis Park Tuesday to new ownership which has ambitious plans for the track. → Read More

"Toby Keith, please come back." Ellis Park wants a second chance

Country music superstar Toby Keith may not have had the best experience during a 2003 trip to Ellis Park, but the track is asking for a second chance. → Read More

Henderson County shuts out Gibson Southern, 23-0

Henderson County’s defense handed Gibson Southern its first regular season loss since 2014 as the Colonels claimed a 23-0 win. → Read More

Eli Wiethop leads Reitz to 41-35 win over Henderson County in opener

Senior quarterback Eli Wiethop rushed for 194 yards and threw for another 174 to send Reitz to a 41-35 victory over Henderson County. → Read More

Live: High School Football Media Day

Need a quick fix of high school football before the season starts later this month? → Read More

David Simmons will transfer from Middle Tennessee to Southern Indiana

David Simmons, who played last season at Middle Tennessee, will finish up his college basketball career close to home. → Read More

Saratoga Group's purchase of Ellis Park approved by racing commission

The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission approved the sale of Ellis Park to the Saratoga Casino and Hospitality Group at its meeting Tuesday afternoon. → Read More

Ellis Park may change owners; racing commission to discuss sale tomorrow

The sale of Ellis Park is imminent with the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission scheduled to address the sale in a special called meeting on Tuesday. → Read More

Former national team gymnast Breasha Pruitt will open her own gym in Evansville

Henderson resident and former USA national team member Breasha Pruitt is branching out in her career as a gymnastics coach. → Read More

David Simmons to transfer from MTSU men's basketball

Versatile guard David Simmons is on his way out after MTSU's recent coaching change. → Read More

Highland Challenger League raising money for trip to Little League World Series

Games at Bosse Field Sunday will raise money for the Highland Challenger League's trip to the Little League World Series in August. → Read More

For 57 years, Billy T. Haynes has made the calls and kept it fun

Through his 57 years of officiating all kinds of sports, Billy T. Haynes has tried to have fun along the way of his Hall of Fame career. → Read More

Mighty Union County High School wrestling program chases third straight state title

Despite facing schools that have four times as many male students, Union County has become Kentucky's dominant wrestling program in recent years. → Read More

Middle schoolers playing high school varsity? It's a thing in Kentucky

While it is not allowed in most states, it is common for middle school students in Kentucky to play high school sports. → Read More

Fraliex's 3-pointer sends game into overtime

Caldwell County's Cayden Fraliex sends Saturday's game with Webster County into overtime with this 3-point shot. → Read More