KDFWR research studies hope to determine cause of recent decline in Kentucky’s wild turkey harvest
Two ongoing research projects should provide insight into why Kentucky’s turkey harvest has slipped since its record peak in 2010….
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Art Lander’s Outdoors: As weather warms, tick-borne disease risks increase; know signs and symptoms
When warm spring weather arrives we begin spending more time outdoors, doing yard work, fishing, hunting, gardening, camping, hiking, or…
Ky. Attorney General Danial Cameron becomes latest to join crowded GOP field in 2023 Governor’s race
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Although Kentucky’s 2022 primary election takes place next week, there is already a lot of…
Ky. General Fund records $1.84 billion in receipts in April for highest monthly amount ever recorded
The Office of State Budget Director (OSBD) reported Tuesday that April’s level of General Fund receipts of $1.84 billion is…
More pain at the pump as gas prices continue to surge; Kentucky average up 19 cents on the week
Drivers are paying more at the pump — a lot more — as the cost of gasoline moves steadily higher….
Area residents among student leaders on the University of Kentucky student visitor team
By Ann Blackford University of Kentucky When Troy Dancer first stepped foot onto the University of Kentucky’s campus as a…
AAA: Though official start of summer is a few weeks away, plan now for your summer getaway
With the official start to summer less than six weeks away, AAA is recommending travelers start planning their holiday getaway…
Customs patrols seize shipments of fake jewelry, handbags; buy Mom’s gifts from legitimate retailers
Mother’s Day is upon us, and U.S Customs and Border Protection (CBP) urges consumers to purchase their Mother’s Day gifts…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: The Kentucky River basin extends 255 miles through heart of Commonwealth
Editor’s note: This is the third article in an occasional series profiling the river basins of Kentucky. The Kentucky River…
KYTC provides tips to improve riding safety during Motorcycle and Bike Safety Awareness Month in May
In recognition of May as Motorcycle and Bike Safety Awareness Month, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety (KOHS) is joining…
KY avian influenza sites given ‘all clear’; poultry owners large and small urged to remain vigilant
Federal and state authorities have released two Western Kentucky poultry sites from quarantine restrictions after tests reveal both premises are…
Federal judge to extend temporary restraining order suspending Kentucky’s omnibus abortion law
By Tessa Redmond and Mark Maynard Kentucky Today A federal judge said on Monday that she would renew for another…
A new kind of ‘mining’ has arrived in the Ohio Valley. What will crypto mean for the region?
By Liam Niemeyer and Katie Meyers Ohio Valley ReSource Open the door of Blockware Mining’s data center in Paducah, Kentucky,…
AAA: National average for gas increases; Kentucky’s average is $3.82, up a penny on the week
Since Monday, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline has increased by four cents to $4.16. According to…
Voter registrations pick up in March; Democrats have most registered voters, Republicans narrowing gap
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that March voter registration saw a boost ahead of the May 17 primary election….
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Banded wild turkey project to supplement annual brood survey, hunter harvest data
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) started a wild turkey banding study this past winter to supplement…
Governor makes line-item vetoes on items in two late appropriations bills, no overrides possible
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear on Tuesday exercised his power to make line-item vetoes on two appropriations…
KDFWR reminding Kentucky hunters of April 30 deadline to apply for 2022 Kentucky Elk Hunt
Just a few days remain to apply for Kentucky’s premier big game hunting opportunity: the 2022 Kentucky elk hunt. Hunters…
Relief at pump short-lived as rising oil prices push fuel costs higher; Kentucky prices remain steady
The recent dip in pump prices has reversed, with the national average for a gallon of regular gas rising 3…
Firearms top cause of death for children, up 29.5%; drug deaths up 84%; why do rural kids carry guns?
The Rural Blog Firearms surpassed car accidents as the top cause of death among children and teens, according to an analysis of…
Governor vetoes bill allowing lawyers to carry weapons in courtroom, still considering late bills
By Tom Latek Kentucky TODAY Although the General Assembly session ended April 14, Gov. Andy Beshear is still considering whether…
Governor reappoints Sen. John Schickel to Kentucky Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision
Governor Andy Beshear has reappointed Sen. John Schickel (R-Union) to the Kentucky Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision (KCIAOS). “I’m…