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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.
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...
The Alma Randolph Charitable Foundation hosts Annual Back-to-School Shopping Trip
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- As the new school year approaches, many families are beginning back-to-school shopping to stock up on supplies and clothes. Many of those families will receive some assistance from the Alma Randolph Charitable Foundation. The Foundation will host its annual back-to-school shopping trip today and selected students will be taken to a number […]
Historic preservation effort may halt Rabbit Hole Distillery's expansion plans in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Rabbit Hole Distillery's multi-million expansion could be on pause after a petition to save a building that is set to be demolished. Rabbit Hole, which is majority-owned by French wine and spirits giant Pernod Ricard, has purchased a hodge-podge of buildings surrounding its distillery over the last two years and planned a campus spanning East Jefferson between South Clay and South Shelby streets. Rabbit Hole Spirits spent $10.6 million in June 2022 to purchase the rest of the block bounded by Jefferson, Clay and Shelby streets and Nanny Goat Strut, Jefferson County property records show.
2026 No. 1-Ranked Prospect Brandon McCoy Jr. Seeing Recruitment Take Off with Kentucky Interest
No. 1-ranked prospect Brandon McCoy is looking to visit Kentucky in September or October, a source tells KSR+. The post 2026 No. 1-Ranked Prospect Brandon McCoy Jr. Seeing Recruitment Take Off with Kentucky Interest appeared first on On3.
MAMAW Fest comes to Harlan
Downtown Harlan is gearing up for MAMAW Fest, on July 27. The festival is a first time event for downtown and is presented by Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College’s Higher Ground program. According to a press release, MAMAW (Mountains of Appalachia Music, Art, and Wellness) Fest features Appalachian music and arts and will celebrate […] The post MAMAW Fest comes to Harlan appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky and Eastern Missouri Brace for Stormy Weekend Weather
Paducah, KY – Daily chances of showers and storms will continue through the weekend across Kentucky, Eastern Missouri, and Southern Illinois, accompanied by increasing humidity levels. Temperatures are expected to return closer to normal next week, but with an even greater risk for storms. According to the US National...
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