KY retailers prepared for record Father’s Day spending, despite economic uncertainty
Despite lingering economic uncertainty, retailers across Kentucky are geared up for what industry experts forecast will be record spending for…
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Twenty-seven dispatchers graduate from Dept. of Criminal Justice Trainings Public Safety Dispatch Academy
Twenty-seven dispatchers from across Kentucky graduated from the Department of Criminal Justice Training’s Public Safety Dispatch Academy and are now…
Trump administration’s shutdown of Job Corps will leave ‘big void’ in this rural Kentucky place
By Liam Niemeyer Kentucky Lantern As torrential rains inundated Kentucky in April, Union County Judge-Executive Adam O’Nan needed labor to…
KDE’s newly released School Report Card allows residents to see expenditures per student
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky residents can now see how much schools spend per student and other financial expenditures…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Crows, with their raucous call, are one of Kentucky’s most abundant birds
At home in cities, suburbs and rural farmlands, crows seem to be everywhere. One of Kentucky’s most abundant bird species,…
Kentucky’s harm reduction efforts led to drop in overdose deaths among Black residents
By Nadia Ramlagan Public New Service Kentucky’s latest drug overdose fatality report showed a drop in deaths and for the…
Three Boone County markets accepted to list of 2025 Kentucky Farm Bureau Certified Farm Markets
Eagle Bend Alpacas/Eagle Bend’s Yarn & Fiber Shop, Kinman Farm Market LLC ,and McGlasson Farms, all located in Boone County,…
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife to waive license fees during Free Fishing Weekend June 7-8
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) says “Step aside, Black Friday and…
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park’s lodge to undergo renovations, add archery center
Building on the New Kentucky Home initiative, Jenny Wiley State Resort Park’s lodge is undergoing $5.5 million in renovations to enhance visitor…
Key organizations to celebrate state’s 233rd birthday on Kentucky History Day June 7 in Frankfort
Staff report The Kentucky Historical Society and others will celebrate Kentucky’s 233rd birthday on Kentucky History Day, sponsored by WesBanco,…
Long-time democrat Sen. Robin Webb of Carter County announces party affiliation switch to Republican
Staff report Sen. Robin Webb, of Carter County, announced she is switching her party affiliation from Democrat to Republican. Her…
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,…
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…