Damon Thayer, co-founder of Kentucky Senator Bourbon, named to ’25 Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has named Damon Thayer, co-founder of Kentucky Senator Bourbon and a longtime legislative advocate for the…
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Kentucky Senator Bourbon announces its sixth small-batch bottle, the John Edwards Release
Kentucky Senator Bourbon has unveiled its sixth small batch of Kentucky straight Bourbon whiskey: The John Edwards Release. These small…
Former KY Senator Damon Thayer tells horsemen to get to know their legislators in HBPA address
By Jennie Rees National Horsemen’s Benevolent & Protective Association Damon Thayer, who recently completed a 22-year tenure in the Kentucky…
Damon Thayer kicks into high gear on his entrepreneurial pursuits after 22 years as a state Senator
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor If you’re wondering what Damon Thayer is doing with all his free time now that…
Former KY Sen. Damon Thayer to deliver keynote address at National HBPA conference Feb. 25
Former Kentucky Senator Damon Thayer, who served as a champion of horse racing during his 22-year tenure in the Kentucky…
Senate Majority Leader Damon Thayer ends 21 years in office, proud of accomplishments
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today While several lawmakers from both the Kentucky House and Senate are retiring at the end…
Kentucky Senate Majority Leader Damon Thayer presented with 2023 KY Chamber MVP Award
Senate Majority Leader Damon Thayer was presented the Kentucky Chamber MVP Award in September by Kentucky Chamber President and CEO…
Damon Thayer: Reflecting on the sacrifices of our fallen heroes as we approach Memorial Day
The arrival of Memorial Day each year is traditionally the start of summer, especially with students’ school years ending across…
Kentucky Travel Industry Association honors Sen. Damon Thayer with ‘TALL’ award for second time
At its recent Destination Frankfort ’23 legislative event the Kentucky Travel Industry Association (KTIA) presented Senate Majority Leader Damon Thayer…
Senators McDaniel, Thayer among recipients of 2022 KY Association of Manufacturers LawMaker Awards
The Kentucky Association of Manufacturers (KAM) is has announced the winners of the organization’s 2022 LawMaker Awards. The LawMaker Awards…
Sen. Thayer appointed to Public Pension Oversight Board, responsible for eight retirement systems
Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, has been appointed by Senate President Robert Stivers to the Public Pension Oversight…
Kentucky Racing Spotlight with Jennie Reese and Joe Clabes features jockey Albarado, Damon Thayer
Robby Albarado, rider of two Horses of the Year and two Preakness Stakes winners, will be in studio for the…
Jennie Rees, Joe Clabes team up for KY Racing Spotlight on ESPN 680; Thayer among first guests
Lucky 7 Stable’s Mike Mackin, horse owner/celebrity bettor Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale, and Kentucky Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer…
Damon Thayer: Digital connectivity is the fuel that drives Kentucky’s economic engine
Recently, I participated in a virtual forum with Kentucky business and technology leaders to discuss the importance of digital connectivity…
Kentucky Downs lands 13 horses in Breeders’ Cup — ‘a testament to the quality of the racing’
By Jennie Rees Kentucky Downs Thirteen horses who competed at the FanDuel Meet at Kentucky Downs are entered in the…
Kentucky Guild of Brewers presents its Champion of Craft Beer Award to Sen. Damon Thayer
The Kentucky Guild of Brewers honored Senator Damon Thayer (R.-Georgetown) during its Annual Craft Bash Event with the 2021 Champion…
Census results delayed — and therefore redistricting, though Kentucky population is shifting dramatically
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today While the job redrawing Kentucky’s Congressional and legislative districts every 10 years is a difficult…
Kentucky Senator Bourbon releases second small batch with limited edition William J. DeBoe
Building on the success of its first release, Kentucky Senator Spirits, LLC is preparing a second Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey…
Chamber’s first Eggs ‘N Issues webinar of the new year will preview General Assembly on Jan. 19
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) has announced the date for its first Eggs ‘N Issues webinar of…
Al Cross: Mischievous Christmas gifts for Kentucky politicians, a tradition continued
Thirty-nine years ago, Ed Ryan, then the Frankfort Bureau chief of The Courier-Journal, wrote a column headlined “Possible gifts for…
Senate Republican leadership begins to set agenda for upcoming session, expects two pro-life measures
Kentucky Senate Republicans begin formulating their agenda for the upcoming General Assembly Friday that includes introducing at least two pro-life…
Republican leadership remains the same in the Kentucky State Senate, as party retains control of Senate
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Republican majority in the Kentucky State Senate on Friday chose their leadership team for…