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La Familia team weighs in on Mark Pope’s squad
The Kentucky Wildcats recently had the opportunity to go up against La Familia, Kentucky’s alumni team in The Basketball Tournament. Since then, the La Familia team made an appearance on Kentucky Sports Radio and were asked for their opinions on Mark Pope’s squad. Here is a rundown of...
Devil’s Cask relocating headquarters to Somerset-Pulaski County
Devil’s Cask CEO Jeremy Grunewald introduced his company to the Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) board of directors at its monthly meeting on Thursday. Grunewald explained that the move to Kentucky, and specifically Somerset, marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey and reflects its commitment to growth, community engagement, and advancing the spirits industry through innovative solutions.
Accused drug dealers arrested in Louisville after posting TikTok videos of drug operations
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Two Louisville residents were arrested Monday on drug trafficking charges after police say they were selling marijuana and THC products from a Louisville warehouse. Police say they caught the suspects with the help of their TikTok pages. According to arrest documents, Tara Lyles and James Lyles...
Victim in deadly Lexington shooting identified
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The name of the person killed in a Lexington shooting has been released. Police say they responded around 5 a.m. Friday to the Gatehouse Apartments on Liberty Road for a report of shots fired. Police say they found a victim who had been shot in the parking of the complex.
What You Need to Know About Kentucky’s New Truancy Law
Last legislative session, the Kentucky Attendance Law was updated. In an effort to combat habitual unexcused absences, state leaders say they are wanting to make sure children are getting the education they need. Some friends of mine who work in a local school district were talking last year about how...
Kim Davis’ legal counsel moves to make her appeal a springboard for overturning marriage rights
A conservative legal group has filed a brief on behalf of a former Kentucky county clerk that it says could lead to the U.S. Supreme Court overturning the right of same-sex couples to marry. Kim Davis, then the Rowan County clerk, made national headlines in 2015 for refusing to issue marriage licenses to several same-sex […] The post Kim Davis’ legal counsel moves to make her appeal a springboard for overturning marriage rights appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Press release: “Bourbon & Belonging” announces event lineup for Kentucky’s Queer Bourbon Week
(LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY) — Bourbon & Belonging has released the official event calendar for Kentucky’s Queer Bourbon Week, set for October 2-6, 2024. The inaugural Bourbon & Belonging, presented by Queer Kentucky, will feature events in eight official sponsor destinations across Kentucky including Bardstown, Bullitt County, Frankfort, Lexington, Louisville, Northern Kentucky, Paducah and Winchester.
Kentucky’s governor is a rising political star who learned from another governor, his father
The sweepstakes to replace President Joe Biden is unfolding at breakneck speed, with Vice President Kamala Harris considering VP contenders. Whatever the future holds for Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, he owes much to his father, former Gov. Steve Beshear.
Maverick Men’s Basketball to Face Kentucky in Exhibition Game
MANKATO, Minn. --- The Minnesota State men's basketball team will face the University of Kentucky in an exhibition game on Tuesday, October 29 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. Tip-off between the Mavericks and the Wildcats is to be determined. "We are very excited to be playing one of the...
2 arrested in connection with McCracken Co. copper theft investigation
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (KFVS) - Two people were arrested in connection with a theft investigation. Kimberly Humphrey, 49, of Eddyville, was arrested on charges of first-degree possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. Jason C. Peace, 50, of Paducah, was arrested on drug charges, first-degree criminal mischief and two...
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