10th annual Books by the Banks will feature second writing contest for teens, adults; deadline Oct. 1
Adults and teenagers are invited to enter this second annual Books by the Banks Writing Contest, part of the annual…
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Bluegrass & Backroads: Visit Bi-Water Farm and Greenhouse, home of the state’s first corn maze
Visit one of Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Certified Roadside Markets, Bi-Water Farm and Greenhouse in Georgetown, Ky., site of the state’s…
Old Time Kentucky: Christening U.S.S. Kentucky with water may have resulted in an early retirement
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist When Christine Bradley was invited to christen the U.S.S. Kentucky, she spurned champagne for water….
Kentucky Downs starting 25th season — from ant hills to big ante; Ladies Turf goes to post Saturday
By Jennie Rees Kentucky Downs When the Kentucky Downs Ladies Turf goes to the post Saturday, Kentucky Downs president Corey…
Bluegrass & Backroads: Meet the Lowes, finalists for KFB’s Outstanding Young Farm Family contest
Meet the Lowe family of Calloway County. They raise tobacco, soybeans, corn and cattle and are one of the finalist…
Hall of Fame jockey Calvin Borel to resume riding career at Ellis Park on Saturday, aboard Kiss My Note
Hall of Fame jockey and three-time Kentucky Derby winner Calvin Borel will resume his riding career in Saturday’s sixth race…
Bluegrass & Backroads: If you really like bowling, you’ll love Ebonite International
For over 109 years, Ebonite International has created dependable products for those who love the game of bowling. The Hopkinsville-based…
Old Time Kentucky: Despite his war fame, few in Elizabethtown remember ties to ‘the Bold Barney’
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist After reputedly beating the British in 25 sea battles in three wars, Commodore Joshua Barney…
Bluegrass & Backroads: Here’s a chance to join the crew, experience crown jewels of Kentucky this fall
Have you ever wanted to experience first-hand the incredible places that the Emmy Award winning Bluegrass and Backroads showcases? Then…
If you thought it was really hot in July — well, it was — the hottest month on record says NASA
If you thought July was especially hot, you were right. NASA researchers say July was the world’s hottest month on…
KyCIR: Amid delays, lawsuits, capital punishment in KY faces uncertain future; public support waning
By Will Wright Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting The mention of “death row” conjures images of inmates pacing in their…
Old Time Kentucky: Simpsonville Slaughter, not in most history books, should be remembered
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist The “Simpsonville slaughter” is not in most history books. But a state historical society marker…
Kenlake State Resort Park to host two-day blues festival this month; special rates at lodge
Kenlake State Resort Park will host the 27th annual The Hot August Blues Festival Aug. 26-27. The festival is held…
Old Time Kentucky: Two-time Gov. McCreary loved his salty parrot so much it’s buried with him
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist James Bennett McCreary was a two-time Kentucky governor. He evidently wasn’t a two-timer, though he…
State Arts Council now accepting nominations for Kentucky Poet Laureate post
The Kentucky Arts Council is accepting nominations for Kentucky Poet Laureate. The next poet laureate will serve for two years…
No Kentucky hospitals received top ranking in recent federal star ratings; 16 found in second tier
By Danielle Ray Kentucky Health News The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on released its Overall Hospital Star Ratings,…
Travel-related Zika infection identified in Fayette County; mother, baby post no risk to spread
The first instance of laboratory-confirmed infection with Zika virus in Lexington was recently identified in a Fayette County infant born…
In the Face of the Storm: Participants in Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief Program always ready to help
By Kristy Robinson Horine NKyTribune reporter The rain began on Thursday, June 23, just like The Weather Channel warned it…
Carter Caves State Resort Park to host Pioneer Life Week July 25-31
Carter Caves State Resort Park will host the 25th annual Pioneer Life Week July 25-31. The annual event allows visitors…
Old Time Kentucky: Jackson Purchase area had its own version of ‘Free State of Jones’ during Civil War
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist The Jackson Purchase, Kentucky’s only Rebel-majority region, had its own “Free State of Jones” during…
Bluegrass & Backroads: Potter Seth Green turns clay into amazing works of art
Watch this amazing potter sculpt clay into amazing works of art. Kentucky is a state defined by its history and…
Lexington’s Paul Miller Ford creates a special flag to say ‘Happy Fourth’ and drive safely . . .check it out
Paul Miller Ford “wanted to do something big” for the Fourth of July, and when they couldn’t find a flag…