Art Lander’s Outdoors: The bluegill is arguably KY’s most popular sunfish, and great for new anglers
The bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus) is arguably Kentucky’s most popular sunfish, a native species most common in farm ponds, small lakes,…
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Breeder’s Cup announces return of world championships to Keeneland in October 2026
Keeneland Race Course has been selected to host the 2026 Breeders’ Cup World Championships, one of Thoroughbred racing’s most prestigious…
Republican Party of Kentucky names Zach Jordan organization’s new executive director
The Republican Party of Kentucky on Tuesday announced the hiring of Zach Jordan as its new executive director. Jordan brings…
KCTCS announces ’25 Scholars, recognized for academics, leadership, service
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System has announced the 2025 KCTCS Scholars, a standout group of graduating students recognized…
Daily Yonder: Rural craft entrepreneur Cynthia Main preserves Appalachian broom tradition
By Kim Kobersmith The Daily Yonder Rural arts programs helped Eastern Kentucky maker Cynthia Main develop Sunhouse Craft, a sustainable…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Hummingbirds, with their gravity-defying flight, emerge as weather warms
When temperatures warm, and plants bloom, hummingbirds start to appear in open woods, fields, and around flower and vegetable gardens….
University of Kentucky study suggests maple syrup could greatly expand state’s forest economy
By Jordan Strickler University of Kentucky Kentucky’s forests, traditionally valued for their timber and recreation, could soon become a source…
Leadership Kentucky announces 2025 executive committee, board of directors
Leadership Kentucky has announced Gina Winchester as chair of the 2025 board of directors. “It is an honor and privilege…
National Weather Service warning Kentuckians of more severe weather potential beginning Tuesday afternoon
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today While the cleanup continues for areas affected by the tornadoes that struck southeastern Kentucky Friday…
KY Department of Fish and Wildlife encouraging safe boating during National Safe Boating Week
In conjunction with National Safe Boating Week, May 17-23, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources reminds Kentuckians to…
More than $1.2 billion in real estate sales recorded in KY in April according to latest Kentucky Realtors report
Kentucky Realtors recently released housing market data for April 2025, showing that the total volume of real estate sold for…
At least 19 dead as tornadoes, severe storms tear through southeastern Kentucky
By Liam Niemeyer and Jamie Lucke Kentucky Lantern The death toll from recent severe weather in Kentucky has reached 19,…
Multiple fatalities confirmed following Friday night storms in Southeastern Kentucky
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today At least 20 deaths have been confirmed from violent tornadoes that swept through the commonwealth…
Judge orders NIOSH workers for coal miner health back to work after ‘illegal’ action poses risks
By Caity Coyne West Virginia Watch, via Kentucky Lantern A federal judge this week ordered the “full restoration” of services…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: White-tailed deer remain one of Kentucky’s greatest conservation success stories
May and June are important months in the life of white-tailed deer. That’s when does give birth to fawns, start…
KYTC reminding mortorists to use caution as District 6 striping operations get underway
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 6 Office is alerting motorists that districtwide roadway striping is now underway. Contractors have…
Following months-long court battle, challengers to Kentucky vaping law dismiss federal lawsuit
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Attorney General Russell Coleman announced a major victory Wednesday in upholding a Kentucky law to…
McConnell announces HUD is allocating $1.5 million to state recovery housing program
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell, R-Louisville, announced on Monday the Department of Housing and Urban Development…
KY’s ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign underway through June 1; drivers reminded to buckle up, use car seats
Kentuckians are reminded to buckle up and properly secure children in car or booster seats to keep themselves safe throughout…
Kentucky’s entire congressional delegation asks President for major disaster declaration
Kentucky’s federal delegation, including U.S. Senators Mitch McConnell, Rand Paul, and Representatives Hal Rogers (KY-05), Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Andy Barr…
Senators McConnell and Guthrie introduce bill that would expand Mammouth Cave National Park
Kentucky’s most well-known national park could be getting bigger, as U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell, R-Louisville, and U.S. Congressman Brett Guthrie,…
KY voter registrations flat in April with increase of only 599 new voters; over 4,800 removed from roles
The Kentucky Secretary of State’s office has announced April Kentucky voter registration was flat, with an increase of only 599…