Al Cross: Does Amy McGrath have any chance against Mitch McConnell?
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell surely smiled as he watched Amy McGrath slip, stumble and nearly fall to state Rep. Charles Booker in the Democratic primary for his seat.
The first challenger who could match Mr. Money dollar for dollar had to drain half her campaign fund to fend off an upstart...
We miss hugs. But while it’s our natural way of connecting, we have to pass during this pandemic
By Maridith Yahl
Special to KyFoward
During this pandemic, there has been little to no physical contact, except for those we have quarantined with. We miss hugs.
Having a “connection between humans is...
With second-highest turnout, officials from both parties calling state’s primary election a success
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
Top Kentucky officials of both parties are saying the recent primary election, which was perhaps the most unusual in Kentucky history due to changes made because of the coronavirus...
Daily Yonder: How Amy McGrath defeated Charles Booker in Democratic primary — by the numbers
By Tim Marema
Editor, Daily Yonder
Former Marine Corps pilot Amy McGrath took the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Kentucky by winning in rural counties, small metropolitan areas, and the suburbs...
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Kentucky Realtors report home sales down in May — but pending sales will show up stronger in June
Home sales numbers were down as expected in May — 3,894 closings took place, down 23% from the 5,051 homes sold in May of 2019. The best way to measure... - More »
- Kentucky Chamber announces new accident and critical illness insurance program for businesses
- Keven Moore: Throwing a Fourth of July party is fun — but fireworks bring plenty of safety hazards
- KCTCS president supports Trump’s call to invest in America’s workers, expedite economic recovery
- Kentucky sees largest jump at pump in the nation; significant increase in gas demand last week
- UFCW Union calls for action in protecting health, lives of frontline workers as COVID-19 cases increase
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Beshear appoints new task force to guide and advance ‘America’s AgriTech’ capital in Kentucky
Gov. Andy Beshear has appointed members of a new task force that will guide the administration in building America’s AgriTech capital in Kentucky. “AgriTech... - More »
- Grant program applications of nearly $2 million to fight violence against women available on Aug. 3
- Secretary of State announces increase in new voter registrations during the month of May
- Regional Driver Licensing Office in Lexington opens; expands access to REAL ID-compliant licenses
- Quarles challenges Beshear’s executive orders, claims violations of process in state constitution
- New online system completes background checks faster for child care providers, schools
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Kentucky health experts advise Fourth of July food safety; protect your family from foodborne bacteria
The Fourth of July holiday offers opportunities for outdoor fun with family and friends. However, these warm weather events also present opportunities... - More »
- Baptist Health partners with Kentucky Association of Manufacturers on COVID-19 testing solutions
- Combining physical therapy and pilates makes sense -- and then Mindy Nagel went virtual
- UK kinesiology professor writes own textbook to help students; encourages physical activity for all
- Beshear reports 316 new COVID-19 cases, 1 death, cites poor air quality; KHN provides roundup
- Beshear reports 256 new COVID-19 cases, 7 deaths; wash hands, wear masks, stay 6-feet apart
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United Way of the Bluegrass extends regional grant funding to partners for one additional year
United Way of the Bluegrass (UWBG) has announced that it will extend its regional grant allocations for one additional year to funded partners beginning... - More »
- Second round of COVID-19 Kentucky Equine Business Impact Survey now open until July 13
- UK’s James B. Beam Institute receives donation of distilling equipment to advance teaching, research
- Living Arts & Science Center going digital during COVID shutdown with The Living Think
- KY Equine Education Project responds to suspension of H-2B work visas, a blow to horse industry
- American Red Cross, KFC YUM! Center to partner in Stars, Stripes & Pints Blood Drive July 7-9
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Fayette County Public Schools look to reopen week of Aug. 24 with new model of on-campus instruction
Fayette County Public Schools is looking at welcoming students back to school the week of Aug. 24 with a new model of on-campus, face-to-face instruction,... - More »
- EKU Board of Regents approve components of enrollment plan, return to campus for fall semester
- Kentucky Department of Education names the three finalists for state's next commissioner of education
- UK plant virologist known as ‘Veggie Man’ zooms to Kenya, helps to bridge cultures from Lexington
- Allison Ball, Kentucky Saves 529, KHEAA partner for Treasurer’s Summer Challenge; set for July
- Recent graduates of Morehead State social work program providing vital services for child welfare
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Jamie Vaught: UK home game against Mississippi State — and head coach Mike Leach — should be fun
Unlike last season, when Kentucky featured three glamour football schools – Florida, Tennessee and Louisville – at Kroger Field, the 2020 Wildcats... - More »
- Eddie Sutton lived 'full life' amid triumphs, troubles; short tenure at UK rocked by 1989 recruiting scandal
- UK golfer Janika Rüttimann captures Vorarlberger Landesmeisterschaften championship in Austria
- National media exposure for Western Kentucky football in 2019 valued at nearly $35 million
- WKU recruit Dayvion McKnight named Kentucky Mr. Basketball; averaged 20 points, 8.1 rebounds
- Billy Reed: Dream worth pursuing is black athletes with good education, fully part of whole society
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Bill Thomason to retire as Keeneland President and CEO; Shannon Bishop Arvin named successor
Keeneland President and CEO Bill Thomason announced Thursday that he will retire at the end of 2020 after a decade with Keeneland Association, including... - More »
- With second-highest turnout, officials from both parties calling state's primary election a success
- Democrat Karen Berg wins special election to replace state GOP Sen. Ernie Harris, who held seat 25 years
- Beshear reports 282 new virus cases, five deaths; help for state's unemployed on the way
- Statewide primary vote winners: Trump, Biden; McConnell, McGrath; Barr, Hicks -- and more
- Beshear reports 117 new COVID-19 cases, two deaths; Robertson County reports first case
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Art Lander’s Outdoors: Non-native mussel, aquatic vegetation have become common in Kentucky waters
A non-native mussel and three species of non-native aquatic vegetation have become established in Kentucky’s major lakes. Zebra Mussels endanger native... - More »
- Daily Yonder: How Amy McGrath defeated Charles Booker in Democratic primary -- by the numbers
- Operation Dry Water in effect this weekend; conservation officers watching for impaired boaters
- Daily rounds of storms could carry severe weather, flood risks across large swath of U.S. this week
- Kentucky native remembers his Uncle Vincent Steil, a World War II soldier and family almost forgotten
- U.S. Customs seizes largest-ever shipment of synthetic drugs at Port of Cincinnati, Erlanger
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We miss hugs. But while it’s our natural way of connecting, we have to pass during this pandemic
By Maridith Yahl Special to KyFoward During this pandemic, there has been little to no physical contact, except for those we have quarantined with. We... - More »
- As July 4 approaches, KYTC reminds Kentucky motorists that ‘Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving’
- As pandemic has limited many social activities, here are some tips for safely enjoying at-home outdoor fun
- Kentucky by Heart: Amid horrors of racial intolerance in post-Civil War Ky., some stood and said no more
- Jamie's Bookshelf: Politics, family and religion, the latest non-fiction titles for your summer reading list
- New literacy initiative features books with children of color as main character by African American authors
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Al Cross: Does Amy McGrath have any chance against Mitch McConnell?
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell surely smiled as he watched Amy McGrath slip, stumble and nearly fall to state Rep. Charles Booker in the Democratic... - More »
- Commentary: It’s imperative for federal government to step up, provide the resources for rent relief
- Bill Straub: Amy McGrath has won nomination to challenge Mitch McConnell; what will she do with it?
- Terry Foody: Collaboration and cooperation against epidemic threats is legacy of our global health
- Constance Alexander: What we are actually talking about when we talk about race
- Dr. Jay Box: Stay healthy at home, attend one of Kentucky’s 16 community colleges this fall
