Eli Capilouto: UK must accelerate progress to advance Kentucky
The University of Kentucky president says changes approved by the Board of Trustees — which affect authority over academic decisions — are needed to meet challenges that will benefit the state.
Here’s what you need to know about the 2024 Kentucky primary election
By the end of Kentucky’s primary this year, the outcome of more than half of the state’s legislative races will be all but decided. In a number of races, only one candidate or members of just one party are running.
Stephen Voss: With political protests, don’t trust your lying eyes
D. Stephen Voss, an associate professor of political sciences at the University of Kentucky, details the University of Kentucky rallies of activists on behalf of Gaza’s Palestinian population.
CDC wants to research avian flu on dairy farms, but officials, farmers don’t want their help
Christian County is among the top dairy counties in the state, ranking fourth for the number of milk cows.
Paducah group fundraising to buy paintings by celebrated Western Ky. artist Helen LaFrance
James R. Cash Auctions & Real Estate is facilitating the sale of 26 works by Western Kentucky painter Helen LaFrance.
Hopkinsville Community College awards Spirit Cup and academic honors at commencement
Jada Poindexter received the Spirit Cup that recognizes the most outstanding graduate.
Kentucky Farm Bureau launches initiative to curb loss of farmland in state
The total number of Kentucky farms dropped by 20% in the span of two decades – with the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture data showing a loss of over 1.4 million acres of farmland in a little more than two decades’ time. A new Kentucky Farm Bureau initiative aims to curb the loss of farmland […]
Severe weather possible in Kentucky until Thursday, entire state at enhanced risk
The most severe storms are expected Wednesday afternoon and evening.
Will your license fly? Kentucky’s adoption of REAL ID lagging other states
Cardholders who aren’t within their renewal window but want a REAL ID may upgrade their standard card for $15.
Retired NBA player Chris Whitney lends support to Hopkinsville meal program
Whitney had never heard of Hopkinsville’s Breaking Bread Community Dinner Church until he happened to see a line of people waiting for a meal one afternoon at Aaron McNeil House.
Vidalia sweet onions fueling Christian County Literacy Council fundraiser
The 10-pound onion bags sell for $12.
University of Kentucky Senate votes no confidence in president over governance changes
UK Board of Trustees Chair Britt Brockman said in a statement to campus that the board “unequivocally supports President Eli Capilouto.”