Al Cross: Good, evil, McConnell and the Supreme Court
After decades of writing about politics, never have I been so eager – anxious may be a better word – for an election to be over.
That thought came when I read an Oct. 20 story in the Somerset Commonwealth Journal about a Republican rally where Sen. Mitch McConnell’s campaign manager, Jonathan Shell,...
Markey Cancer Center surgeon Dr. Tim Mullet begins term as chair of National Commission on Cancer
By Allison Perry
University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky’s Dr. Tim Mullett wears many hats: doctor, medical director, thoracic surgeon, retired U.S. Army Reserve colonel, cancer survivor, father,...
Wake Forest transfer Olivier Sarr glad to be part of ‘winning culture’ at Kentucky in final season
By Keith Taylor
Kentucky Today
Olivier Sarr couldn’t turn down an opportunity to play for Kentucky and waiting for a waiver was worth the wait for the former Wake Forest standout.
“They told me to...
Beshear reports 1,864 new cases, 14 deaths, 6.07 percent positivity; and it’s likely going to get worse
Gov. Andy Beshear said community leaders, schools, businesses and families listed in red zone counties each Thursday on kycovid19.ky.gov should follow new recommendations the following Monday through Sunday...
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Quarles unveils new Appalachia Proud logo as part of KDA’s commitment to improve program
Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles announced a new logo for the popular Appalachia Proud brand, a component of Kentucky Proud, at the SOAR Summit... - More »
- Keven Moore: They seem like a fun Halloween tradition, but hayrides can be extremely dangerous
- BBB Scam Alert: Research shows spike in online purchase scams during COVID-19 pandemic
- Susan Simmons elected to serve as 2020-21 board chair of Kentucky Chamber Workforce Center
- Keeneland wraps 17-day Fall Meet, begins preparation for Breeder's Cup Nov. 6-7
- Nucor Corp. bringing $1.7 billion steel plate mill to Meade County, will employ 400 during construction
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Beshear, Rogers announce more than $8 million in funding for Eastern Kentucky during SOAR summit
Gov. Andy Beshear and U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) announced two new projects in Pike and Boyd counties have been selected for more than $8... - More »
- Kentucky voter registrations increased by more than 47,000 prior to Oct. 5 deadline for 2020 election
- Cameron joins Kosair Charities, Kentucky Youth Advocates to release Child Abuse Prosecution Toolkit
- Trey Grayson cared about voting, democracy early on, has earned national reputation as election expert
- Kentucky Office of Highway Safety encourages motorists to drive safely this Halloween
- Kentucky Clean Diesel Grant Program to reduce diesel emissions by replacing aging school buses
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Markey Cancer Center surgeon Dr. Tim Mullet begins term as chair of National Commission on Cancer
By Allison Perry University of Kentucky The University of Kentucky’s Dr. Tim Mullett wears many hats: doctor, medical director, thoracic surgeon, retired... - More »
- Two-thirds of Kentuckians approve of Beshear's COVID-19 efforts, 60 percent support mask mandate
- Nurse task force says every Kentucky school needs full-time nurse, requests $3 million from lawmakers
- To celebrate or not to celebrate Halloween this year, that is the question; there's no easy answer
- Louisville-based nonprofit Hope Scarves provides support for patients at UK Markey Cancer Center
- Judge orders state to keep Anthem in Medicaid, cites role of former Beshear aide in bidding process
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Fayette County family court judges: CASA volunteers ‘amazingly vital’ to helping abused, neglected children
For Fayette County family court judges Lucinda Masterton and Libby Messer, making difficult decisions about cases involving child abuse and neglect is... - More »
- Maker’s Mark bottle, in partnership with Keeneland, benefits Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund
- Community Foundation announces new grant strategy to focus on systems change for racial justice
- Humana provides $20,000 donation to Kentucky Primary Care Association PPE warehouse
- Governor's Service Awards honors 20 individuals, organizations for philanthropic contributions
- NASA engineer Stephanie Johnston to headline Girl Scout's annual GEMS program Nov. 14
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Marrillia Design and Construction to build $17.1 million elementary school in Jefferson County
In a unanimous decision by the Jefferson County Public School Board, Marrillia Design and Construction has been awarded the contract to construct a new... - More »
- Campbellsville University freezes tuition for fourth straight year; KEES Scholarship matching extended
- BCTC awarded two grants of $482K to develop health care cybersecurity curriculum, increase diversity
- National report shows BCTC earn-and-learn program, KY FAME, has outstanding outcomes for graduates
- Western Kentucky University student publications earn three national Pacemaker Awards
- West Kentucky Community and Technical College receives two regional marketing awards
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EKU to meet Western Carolina in inaugural Opportunity Bowl on Nov. 21 at Roy Kidd Stadium
Eastern Kentucky University will host the inaugural Opportunity Bowl in memory of Dr. Sheila Pressley on Nov. 21, Vice President and Director of Athletics Matt... - More »
- Wake Forest transfer Olivier Sarr glad to be part of 'winning culture' at Kentucky in final season
- Talented freshman class making impact for UK volleyball; Cats defeat Tennessee twice in SEC play
- Stoops considering quarterback options to jumpstart UK offense against No. 5 Georgia on Saturday
- UK All-America swimmer Asia Seidt earns another honor — named NCAA Woman of the Year finalist
- Better focus on 'little things' key to Louisville’s recent improvement; UK/UofL football series extended
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U.S. Department of Justice data reveals Kentucky continues to struggle with high imprisonment rates
New data from the federal agency charged with tracking criminal justice statistics around the nation again highlights Kentucky’s grim per capita imprisonment... - More »
- Beshear reports 1,864 new cases, 14 deaths, 6.07 percent positivity; and it’s likely going to get worse
- Beshear reports 1,786 cases, 18 deaths; positivity rate is 5.9 percent — everyone must fight the virus
- Beshear reports 953 cases (highest Monday total), 3 deaths; recommendations for 55 red counties
- Worst Sunday total of new coronavirus cases caps record week with 9,335 confirmed in past seven days
- Beshear reports 'frightening' numbers as cases explode across country; Fayette reports 86
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Art Lander’s Outdoors: Kentucky’s white-tailed deer harvest is off to strong start as gun season looms
Kentucky’s 2020-21 white-tailed deer season got off to a fast start as the main event, our statewide 16-day modern gun season looms on the horizon. Ideal... - More »
- Deer-related accidents increase in Kentucky during fall; motorists should be on alert in November
- UK Fall Crop Protection webinar series begins in November; weekly series occurs on Tuesdays
- UK to host Experience Equine Week Nov. 2-6 for high school students interested in program
- Kentucky Secretary of State provides guidance to protect voters from intimidation at the polls
- UK Cooperative Extension Service, Kentucky Maple School taps into state’s sweet potential on Nov. 7
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Newest edition of Kentucky Bourbon Country guide provides a wealth of knowledge for bourbon lovers
By Hayden Gooding University of Kentucky Explore the culture of Kentucky bourbon and safely visit some of the most famous distilleries that are tucked... - More »
- New Album, Old Music: Kentucky Music Hall of Fame to celebrate ‘The Mountain Minor’ Nov. 7
- George Clooney, favorite Kentucky son, says in Vanity Fair to keep fighting for deep red states
- Kentucky by Heart: Exploring well-known, and not-so-well-known, state symbols of the Commonwealth
- Georgetown College student gains valuable insight working with Kentucky Refugee Ministries
- Kentucky Humanities, Kentucky Public Radio and Mellon Foundation unite for Vote Worthy podcast
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Al Cross: Good, evil, McConnell and the Supreme Court
After decades of writing about politics, never have I been so eager – anxious may be a better word – for an election to be over. That thought came... - More »
- Bill Straub: Only one three-digit number matters when all is said and done, 270 Electoral College votes
- Commentary: Kentucky Baptist regional campus ministers demonstrate commitment, creative spirit
- Constance Alexander: The 2020 Kentucky Book Festival will be a virtual trove of literary treasure
- Amye Bensenhaver: In UK vs. Kernel, just ask: Whose privacy is being protected?
- Amy McGrath: We can rebuild Kentucky even stronger, but first there must be positive change
