Former UofL board chairman testifies president was aware a trustee funded basketball sex parties
By Russ Brown Kentucky Today Consider this: You are the chairman of the board of trustees at the University of…
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Kentucky gun violence ‘twice as high’ as New York City’s, says Gun Violence Archive
By Nadia Ramagan Public News Service Kentucky tops New York City when it comes to gun fatalities, according to Mark…
Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North in Williamstown earns top score in nation after two-day inspection
After a meticulous two-day inspection by the National Cemetery Administration (NCA), Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North (KVCN) scored 96 – the…
State Fair coming up; check out informative, fun Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources area
Take a selfie with a bear at the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources’ Bear Wise Exhibit. See some critters. Meet…
Phoenix Paper Plans $200 Million recycling facility at Ballard County mill one year after purchasing facility
Phoenix Paper LLC plans to invest $200 million to build a paper recycling facility on the grounds of the Wickliffe…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: A preview of Kentucky’s fall hunting seasons; update on tick activity across state
It’s summer, it’s hot, but Kentucky’s calendar of fall hunting seasons begins next week. Here are some details and observations:…
Farmer’s Markets Week: Double Dollars doubles nutrition benefits at 41 markets across state
On Farmers’ Markets Week, Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles joined leaders of the Community Farm Alliance (CFA) and other partners to…
KY town with moxie, history of slavery dedicated statue of native, a pioneering black woman journalist
By Al Cross University of Kentucky In a little park amid the main intersection in downtown Russellville, Kentucky, stands a…
Gannett Co., GateHouse Media announce merger, become largest newspaper group in U.S.
The Rural Blog America’s two largest newspaper chains, GateHouse Media and Gannett Co., announced their long-anticipated merger Monday afternoon. “Gannett shareholders will receive…
Report shows Ky. lawmakers fall short on cancer-fighting policies; state tops nation in cancer deaths
Kentucky is falling short when it comes to implementing policies and passing legislation to prevent, reduce suffering and death from…
Fancy Farm: Attorney General candidates Cameron, Stumbo show off some fancy speaking too
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today FANCY FARM, Ky. (KT) — Fireworks were not limited to gubernatorial candidates at the Fancy…
Keeneland catalogs 4,644 yearlings for 2019 September Sale; Book 1 will cover first three days
Keeneland has announced that 4,644 yearlings have been cataloged for the 76th annual Keeneland September Yearling Sale to be held…
Judge Brian Privett aims to cut overdoses in Bourbon County; it starts with personal outlook on drug abuse
By Jonathan Coffman NKyTribune reporter Mistakes lead to consequences. But how do we teach people to avoid making those mistakes?…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: The .22 long rifle, the leader in sales worldwide and first firearm experience for many
A leader in sales both nationally and worldwide, the .22 Long Rifle is arguably the most popular cartridge of all…
Kentuckian Kelly Knight Craft confirmed as latest United States ambassador to United Nations
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today A Kentuckian was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on Wednesday to serve as the nation’s…
KY Attorney General warns those hunting for a job to watch out for scammers; reports in multiple counties
If you are on the hunt for a job, watch out for scammers, Attorney General Andy Beshear warned Tuesday. Beshear…
AAA: Kentucky gas prices down another 8 cents, second-largest drop in nation, after Florida
Kentucky’s average gas price dropped another 8 cents, week over week, to land at $2.54. The decline was the second-largest…
Gov. Bevin, KYTC announce $70 Million construction project to continue Mountain Parkway expansion
Governor Matt Bevin joined local elected officials in Magoffin County to announce the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) will begin construction…
Wolf Steel to expand its Napolean Grill plant in Crittenden, adding 30 jobs, investing $5.9m
Wolf Steel Ltd., a manufacturer of fireplaces, grills, HVAC and other products sold under the Napoleon brand name, plans to…
Kentucky Arts Council announces Al Smith Fellowship, Emerging Artist Award recipients
Singer and songwriter Derek Feldman of Lexington received the Kentucky Arts Council’s Al Smith Individual Artist Fellowship for 2020. The…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Alter your tackle, techniques for success when fishing in Kentucky’s summer heat
It’s been a challenging fishing year, weather-wise, with all that rain during the spring creating wildly fluctuating water levels, then…
Governor signs pension bill into law following final approval in senate, bringing end to special session
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Senate gave final approval for a pension bill providing relief to the regional public…