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MENIFEE COUNTY, Ky. — If you are planning a trip to the Red River Gorge this summer, you might soon have to pay to park at trailheads. The Daniel Boone National Forest is seeking public input on a proposal to begin charging fees at 22 recreation sites on the Cumberland and London Ranger Districts.

It's a code red for Garrard County Animal Shelter, meaning the shelter is entirely out of room, and dogs are facing euthanasia to make room for other stray dogs.

(TNS) There’s an all-hours symphony being performed in a double-wide trailer in Garrard County. The musicians? Thousands of chirping house crickets.

A warm May morning feels like the perfect time to soak in the great outdoors. That's where you'll find Craig Caudill, the director of Nature Reliance School in Clark County.

We’re heading into Memorial Day weekend, and that means it’s the official beginning of lake season. Local marinas are ramping up for another busy summer. In addition to boat ramps, many of the marinas offer carryout dining as well as live entertainment. While Kings Mill Marina Lancaster is temporarily closed for construction, here is a rundown on what local marinas have to offer, courtesy of herringtonlakeky.com. But first, a quick reminder: the biggest fireworks show in Mercer County, the 22nd Annual Lights Over Herrington, starts at dusk at the Kennedy Mill Bridge on Friday, July 5. For more info, visit lightsoverherrington.com.

Downtown Winchester has seen a boom in business over the past few years.  Now, there is a new, unique addition to downtown.  Inked Under Ground, located at 10 W. Broadway Street, welcomes clients seeking body art and more services.  Business hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  One must take a […] The post Underground tattoo shop opens on Broadway appeared first on Winchester Sun.

BEREA, Ky., May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Registration is open for the Second Annual Appalachian Writers Conference, September 3rd through the 5th, 2024, in Berea, Kentucky. Set at the historic Boone Tavern, this year's conference explores genre writing with programs by award-winning authors of mystery, crime, romance, dystopian, and fantasy novels.

In Madison County, shelter officials hope you can help find the many animals at the shelter a new home as dozens of dogs and a handful of cats are stretching the operation thin.

Traveling through Richmond, I looked up and found this Chinese restaurant highly recommended, so I had to check it out! 🧳🍴 The place was empty, maybe because it wasn't mealtime, and the decor was a bit dated - I was worried for a second there! 😟 But, to my surprise, the dishes we ordered were pretty good! Here's the lowdown: - Sichuan Cold Noodles: I found them just okay, mainly because they were too sweet for my taste. 🍜 - Couple's Lung Slices: They were gobbled up almost immediately! I didn't try them due to pregnancy, but Mr. Zhang from Chongqing said they were delicious and definitely not a miss. 👌 - Pumpkin Potato Pancakes: Super tasty! Crispy on the outside, sticky on the inside, with a red bean filling that's just sweet enough. 🥞❤️ - Boiled Fish: Delicious! The fish was super fresh, and the meat was tender, clearly not from frozen. The veggies inside were also fantastic. Highly recommend! 🐟💯 - Seafood Pot: I only tried the seafood, not the crispy rice, but my friend from Sichuan who loves crispy rice said it was delicious! 🦐🍲 - Ants Climbing a Tree (glass noodles with ground meat): Just average, wouldn't really recommend. 🐜🌲 - Mexican Chili Stir-fried Eggs with Shredded Meat: Recommended by the owner, and it was indeed perfect with rice. A must-try! 🌶️🥚🍖 - Pineapple Fried Rice: Ordered for the kids, but the leftovers were quickly devoured by the adults! 🍍🍚 Overall, I highly recommend this place, except for the cold noodles and the ants climbing a tree; everything else was delicious! If you're ever in Richmond, it's worth a visit. 🌟👍 Location: Chengdu Chinese Restaurant 9503 W Broad St suite C, Henrico, VA 23294 DMV Foodie | Travel | Restaurant Check-in @FoodiePotato.

Due to the forecast of hazardous weather, Rock the Block scheduled for Friday, May 17, has been cancelled. While the event will be rescheduled in the near future, dates and times are not currently set. The Winchester Sun will provide updates as information becomes available. The post Friday’s Rock the Block Cancelled appeared first on Winchester Sun.

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — The Jessamine County Animal Shelter has some extra-large animals up for adoption and is hosting a special event to give them forever homes. Jessamine County Animal Care & Control said on Facebook that the shelter is hosting a limited adoption event for several heads of cattle at 4 p.m. Saturday at the livestock barn at Jessamine County Fairgrounds.

In 2022 and 2023, the Legacy Nights Concert Series were big hits in Winchester.  Residents, including many music lovers, will be thrilled that 2024 shows no signs of slowing down.  The 2024 Legacy Nights Summer Concert Series, presented by Legacy Greenscapes, kicks off at Legacy Grove Park on Tuesday, May 14.  At 5:00 p.m., food […] The post Legacy Nights Concert Series returns appeared first on Winchester Sun.

The shelter called for the public's help on Friday, seeking people willing to adopt. According to shelter staff, the organization has taken in several stray dogs and over 35 cats and kittens in the last three days, all of whom are still nursing.

🔥🍴 Dive into the Buzz at Cheng Du Chinese Restaurant! 🍴🔥 Located at 9503 W Broad St # C, Henrico, VA 23294, Cheng Du offers a taste of China right in the heart of Richmond, VA. Here’s the real scoop from a recent visit: 📝 Customer Experience Report: - Ordered the Shredded Pork with Dried Tofu – sadly, the tofu wasn’t fresh and had a sour taste. 😕 - Communication breakdown: When the issue was raised, the response was less about apologies and more about upselling. 😬 - Refunds over Regrets: The dish was refunded but the apology was MIA. Seems like "sorry" got lost in translation! - Rice Ration: 3 people, but only 2 bowls of rice served without a heads-up. 🍚🍚?? While the experience had its bumps, every place has room for improvement. So, if you're curious about authentic Chinese flavors and ready to form your own opinion, give Cheng Du a shot. Just maybe double-check your order! 😉 💬 Share your experiences or tag a buddy who’s always up for a food adventure! #FoodiesOfRichmond #ChengDuTasteTest #RealTalk.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Wawa is set to break ground on their Kentucky locations next month. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports that the convenience store chain plans to break ground on its first two locations on June 5 in Nicholasville at 3013 Lexington Road and in Louisville. Wawa plans to open...