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Vandagriff has ‘smooth’ chemistry with Cats’ offense
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops thinks starting quarterback Brook Vandagriff has what it takes to be successful this season. Stoops said the Georgia transfer enjoys a “very smooth” chemistry with the team’s offensive unit going into the team’s season opener against Southern Mississippi. Kickoff is set for 7:45 p.m. “Anybody who talks to you about Brock […] The post Vandagriff has ‘smooth’ chemistry with Cats’ offense appeared first on Winchester Sun.
U of L study finds trees help health
The University of Louisville’s Green Heart Louisville Project has found that people living in neighborhoods where the number of trees and shrubs was more than doubled showed lower levels of a blood marker of inflammation than those living outside the planted areas. General inflammation is an important risk indicator for heart disease and other chronic […] The post U of L study finds trees help health appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Holland: Investing our abilities into God’s kingdom
By Billy Holland Columnist As a freelance faith columnist and Christian author, I’m honored to have the opportunity to provide thoughts and ideas to relay to others. I’m sure all Bible teachers and pastors feel they are God’s messengers. What I do is nothing more special than how millions of other Christians serve Him, and […] The post Holland: Investing our abilities into God’s kingdom appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Migratory bird hunting season begins this weekend
No matter whether taking aim involves drawing a bow, lining up iron sights or peering through a scope, hunting seasons for more than a dozen game species open in Kentucky each fall. Before you take to the field, familiarize yourself with the rules. The 2024-25 Kentucky Hunting Guide for Migratory Birds and Waterfowl, from the […] The post Migratory bird hunting season begins this weekend appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Lady Cards’ volleyball looks toward leadership for continued success
The George Rogers Clark Lady Cardinals’ volleyball team has developed into a formidable force within the 10th Region in just three seasons. While the team lost some strong talent after last season – namely Walsh University athlete Kelsey McKeehan – the defending 40th District Champions have much to help lead the pack. “We have probably […] The post Lady Cards’ volleyball looks toward leadership for continued success appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Newest Clark County Public Schools Hall of Fame class recognized
In 2022, Clark County Public Schools recognized their first-ever Hall of Fame Class during a George Rogers Clark High School ceremony. On Friday, August 23, the tradition continued. The 2024 Hall of Fame class was recognized between games of a doubleheader at Cardinal Stadium to open the football season. Reading from a written statement, public […] The post Newest Clark County Public Schools Hall of Fame class recognized appeared first on Winchester Sun.
JAG students hear former mayor’s words of wisdom
Ed Burtner spent four terms as Mayor of Winchester, retiring at the end of 2022. On Thursday, August 22, he had the opportunity to speak to students of the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) programs at Robert D. Campbell Junior High School. “Everybody in this room has a story. You may not think you have […] The post JAG students hear former mayor’s words of wisdom appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Cards win season opener
On a night when the George Rogers Clark Cardinals football team waited until after 9:00 p.m. for the opening kickoff and the newest class of the Clark County Public Schools Hall of Fame was recognized, there was plenty to celebrate before GRC took on Central Hardin High School to open their 2024 season. Fortunately, there […] The post Cards win season opener appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Carlisle County students selected winner of ‘I Voted’ sticker contest
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that middle schooler Lillian Bonczkiewicz of Carlisle County was chosen from among nine finalists as the winner of the inaugural “I Voted” sticker contest. “I want to congratulate Lillian on winning a tight race, and to thank every student across Kentucky that submitted a design,” said Adams. Her design […] The post Carlisle County students selected winner of ‘I Voted’ sticker contest appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Dave Says: Time to make something happen!
By Dave Ramsey Syndicated Columnist Dear Dave, My husband lost his job four months ago, and we’re close to losing our home. I’m working three jobs trying to keep our heads above water, while he’s “waiting for the right opportunity.” I understand his feelings, but at the same time I’ve been encouraging him to find […] The post Dave Says: Time to make something happen! appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Lawmaker to file bill again to limit governor’s pardon power
A northern Kentucky lawmaker said Monday he plans to file legislation during the 2025 General Assembly again that would limit the power of a governor to grant pardons and commutations during a gubernatorial election season. Sen. Christian McDaniel, R-Ryland Heights, introduced Senate Bill 126 during the 2024 session. The proposed Constitutional Amendment would prohibit the […] The post Lawmaker to file bill again to limit governor’s pardon power appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Stoops in full football mode, ready to begin 12th season at UK
Mark Stoops is in full football mode and it showed on Monday. “I get asked 20 times in the offseason if I’m ready for the season,” Stoops said during his weekly press conference. “I’m absolutely not ready until until we get to this point, and now it feels really good.” Stoops, entering his 12th season […] The post Stoops in full football mode, ready to begin 12th season at UK appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Cards’ soccer team hopes to fly under new head coach
When last year’s George Rogers Clark High School boys’ soccer team won the 40th District Championship, it broke a streak long-held by rival Montgomery County. With some new staff entering this season, the team looks to maintain and build on its reign. “Coming in, my expectations were high, but immediately, once we got out there […] The post Cards’ soccer team hopes to fly under new head coach appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Fundraiser at Southwind Golf Course benefits Kameron May
In April 2022, then-12-year-old Winchester resident Kameron May was left with traumatic injuries after falling from a building. To help May further – as has happened multiple times since – Winchester residents gathered recently for a Saturday morning fundraiser golf scramble at Southwind Golf Course at 2480 Boonesboro Road. “We have 88 golfers, so we […] The post Fundraiser at Southwind Golf Course benefits Kameron May appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Former Anderson Co. band director gets prison for child porn production
A former Anderson County High School Band Director and teacher was sentenced to 25 years in prison at U.S. District Court in Lexington after he pleaded guilty to production of child pornography. According to his plea agreement, Patrick Howard Brady, 38, used text messaging, FaceTime and a social media app (VSCO) to engage a minor […] The post Former Anderson Co. band director gets prison for child porn production appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Married life suits UK’s Cox
This might be Eli Cox’s sixth year of college football but it is different in one special way — it is his first season as a married player. The Kentucky offensive lineman married Lauryn Willis in January and says life has been “pretty good” on and off the field going into Saturday’s season opening game […] The post Married life suits UK’s Cox appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Teachers Retirement System sees double-digit growth
Kentucky teachers’ retirement investments posted double-digit gains for the recently concluded fiscal year, 12.27 percent for the Retirement Annuity Trust and 12.73 percent for the Health Insurance Trust. This marked the second consecutive year of double-digit growth, and both returns exceeded the prior year’s figures of 10.61% and 11.94% respectively. Returns for the Teachers’ Retirement […] The post Teachers Retirement System sees double-digit growth appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Roark: Speaking mountain
By Steve Roark Contributing Writer If you read my stuff much, you know that I am unabashedly proud to be mountain bred. I love our southern Appalachian mountains. The terrain, the climate, the plants and animals, the culture and history, all blend together to form a unique place to live. Part of that uniqueness is […] The post Roark: Speaking mountain appeared first on Winchester Sun.
PVA’s office encourages school board to accept lower compensating tax rate
The office of the Clark County Property Valuation Administrator, or PVA, continues to be active. Jada Brady, who was elected to the position in November 2022, recently addressed members of the general public via – among other places – Facebook. In an open message to Clark County citizens whom she hoped would take action, she […] The post PVA’s office encourages school board to accept lower compensating tax rate appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Former Police Chief Jackson honored with resolution
Sad news struck Winchester in April when 73-year-old Sgt. and former Police Chief William M. “Marty” Jackson – who served the citizens of Winchester for nearly 50 years – passed away from a heart attack shortly after responding to an on-duty call. At the City Commission meeting on Tuesday, August 20, the citizens he protected […] The post Former Police Chief Jackson honored with resolution appeared first on Winchester Sun.
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