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Smart: Wildcats still ‘dangerous’ despite performance in SEC opener
Georgia coach Kirby Smart hasn’t changed his approach going into the top-ranked Bulldogs’ Southeastern Conference opener at Kentucky on Saturday. The Georgia coach said the Wildcats’ disappointing 31-6 loss to South Carolina last weekend isn’t indicative of Kentucky’s full potential and is anticipating a hard-fought encounter. “It’s all about perception and how you perceive things,” […] The post Smart: Wildcats still ‘dangerous’ despite performance in SEC opener appeared first on Winchester Sun.
State receipts show decline compared to August 2023
The Office of State Budget Director has reported both General Fund and Road Fund receipts declined in August compared to last year, while remaining higher overall in the fiscal year The declines were highly affected by tax rate reductions. Total General Fund collections in August equaled $1,028.2 million, a decline of 4.5 percent. Through the […] The post State receipts show decline compared to August 2023 appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Godbey: Some things just seem stupid
It seems that nothing surprises me anymore. Sometimes, I feel like Charlie Brown with the black cloud following him around. However, for me, it seems that black clouds are a blob of stupidity that seems to pop its head out anywhere I go. For example, I remember when I was a kid, I would barely […] The post Godbey: Some things just seem stupid appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Cards fall to Maroons in tough battle
The George Rogers Clark Cardinals football team (2-1) headed to Somerset on Friday night for what many felt would be a tough battle against the Pulaski County Maroons (2-1). As it turned out, those making predictions were accurate. In a game that saw neither team punt and multiple lead changes, the Cards fell 35-24 to […] The post Cards fall to Maroons in tough battle appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Voter rolls increasing as November election nears
Kentucky’s voter rolls continue to increase heading toward the November General Election, according to Secretary of State Michael Adams, who announced that 15,239 Kentuckians registered to vote in August. At the same time, 3,793 voters were removed from the rolls in August. 2,792 of them were deceased voters, 480 who registered to vote in another […] The post Voter rolls increasing as November election nears appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Stoops says Cats have to ‘turn the page quickly’
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops knows his team has little time to regroup going into Saturday’s showdown against top-ranked Georgia. Two days removed from his team’s 31-6 disappointing setback to South Carolina, Stoops was still fuming over UK’s performance. “Much of what I said after the game holds true — with one exception,” Stoops said. “After […] The post Stoops says Cats have to ‘turn the page quickly’ appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Dave Says: You’ve already paid for it
By Dave Ramsey Syndicated Columnist Dear Dave, We’ve been following your plan for a while. We’re debt-free, except for our home, and we have six months of expenses set aside in our emergency fund. Recently, I lost my job. I’m luckier than some, because received a generous severance package from my previous employer, plus my […] The post Dave Says: You’ve already paid for it appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Winchester recognizes Overdose Awareness Day
Knowing that September would be recognized as National Recovery Month, many individuals took time to recognize Overdose Awareness Day. Winchester would be a community among them. Many – including Winchester Mayor JoEllen Reed and Clark County Judge-Executive Les Yates – gathered outside of the Clark County Courthouse on Friday, August 30, to recognize the date […] The post Winchester recognizes Overdose Awareness Day appeared first on Winchester Sun.
GRC freshman laid to rest as town mourns
Clark County has been the subject of national news since 15-year-old George Rogers Clark High School freshman McKenna Letcher was tragically killed in a traffic accident on the morning of Tuesday, September 3. As the week concluded, services for Letcher occurred. A visitation for the student who touched many lives took place on the evening […] The post GRC freshman laid to rest as town mourns appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Gamecocks whip Cats
Kentucky failed to find the end zone and couldn’t stop South Carolina in the Southeastern Conference opener for both teams Saturday at Kroger Field. The Gamecocks notched their third straight victory over Kentucky, 31-6, leaving the Wildcats hobbling going into next week’s contest against top-ranked Georgia. The previous two games between the two conference foes […] The post Gamecocks whip Cats appeared first on Winchester Sun.
US food insecurity rate rose to 13.5% in 2023 as government benefits declined and food prices soared
By Michael Long and Lara Goncalves Oklahoma State University This piece was originally published on theconversation.org. The official U.S. food insecurity rate rose to 13.5% in 2023 from 12.8% in 2022, according to data the U.S. Department of Agriculture released on Sept. 4, 2024. That means more than 1 in 8 Americans – about 47 […] The post US food insecurity rate rose to 13.5% in 2023 as government benefits declined and food prices soared appeared first on Winchester Sun.
What to do about increased yellow jacket activity
Reports of increased yellow jacket activity, including visitors getting stung at the Jesse Stewart Nature Preserve in Greenup County, has prompted state officials to say it’s crucial to remain vigilant this time of year, especially for those with allergies. According to the Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves (OKNP), yellow jackets are often considered the most […] The post What to do about increased yellow jacket activity appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Developments continue on War Memorial
During a ceremony in May, ground was broken on the site of an upcoming World War II and Korean War Memorial at 14 E. Broadway Street. Months later, development has continued. The memorial will feature a wall listing the start and end dates of both World War II and the Korean War, with pedestals showing […] The post Developments continue on War Memorial appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Dave Says: Rewarding success
By Dave Ramsey Syndicated Columnist Dear Dave, My wife and I are trying hard to get out of debt and start controlling our finances. We’ve always given our kids allowances in the past, but we’ve been considering putting their allowances on hold until we pay off our debt and get in better shape financially. What […] The post Dave Says: Rewarding success appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Pulaski couple faces multiple child sexual abuse charges
A Pulaski County couple faces dozens of child sexual abuse charges following an investigation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) Electronic Crime Branch, it was announced on Thursday. Christopher Ethridge is currently charged with one count of Sodomy 1st degree with a victim under the age of 12, a Class-A felony punishable by 20-50 years […] The post Pulaski couple faces multiple child sexual abuse charges appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Stoops expects another close encounter against Gamecocks in SEC opener
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops has survived several close calls against South Carolina in his tenure as coach of the Wildcats. He’s also lost a few, too, including a 17-14 setback to the Gamecocks last year in Columbia. Stoops is 8-4 overall against South Carolina, but the Wildcats have lost two straight to Shane Beamer’s squad. […] The post Stoops expects another close encounter against Gamecocks in SEC opener appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Pioneer Festival withstands weather to shine once again
At Tuesday night’s meeting of the Winchester City Commission, Commissioner Kitty Strode was quick to thank the actions of city employees – including the Department of Public Works and Winchester Police Department – for their aid at this previous weekend’s Pioneer Festival when hazardous weather struck at approximately 3:00 p.m. Saturday afternoon. “We couldn’t have […] The post Pioneer Festival withstands weather to shine once again appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Services for Winchester teen killed in traffic accident announced
The Clark County community was saddened and shocked when 15-year-old George Rogers Clark High School freshman McKenna Jo Letcher was tragically killed in a traffic accident on the morning of Tuesday, September 3rd. Her services have been announced. According to an online obituary posted by Scobee Funeral Home, a visitation for Letcher will occur on […] The post Services for Winchester teen killed in traffic accident announced appeared first on Winchester Sun.
KCTCS enrollment looking at 8.4 percent increase
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) announced on Wednesday it expects to welcome more than 85,000 students this fall, an 8.4 percent increase over last year. This fall’s enrollment will set a 10-year record with substantial growth across all student classifications, races and ethnicities, age groups and in targeted industry sectors. “We’re excited […] The post KCTCS enrollment looking at 8.4 percent increase appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Hamdan pleased with UK’s offense in debut as Cats’ offensive coordinator
Kentucky offensive coordinator Bush Hamdan was pleased with his debut as the the new OC following a 31-0 win over Southern Mississippi last Saturday. Hamdan liked the way the team handled the adversity of a late start following a lengthy weather delay in a contest that lasted a little more than two quarters. “I’m certainly […] The post Hamdan pleased with UK’s offense in debut as Cats’ offensive coordinator appeared first on Winchester Sun.
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