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McGrath makes final push in bid to overcome McConnell

by Ryland Barton
October 30, 2020

A poll released last week showed McGrath trailing McConnell by nine points statewide and leading the six-term incumbent only in the Louisville Metro area.

Firearm sales at or near record high amid rising tension; Walmart pulls guns and ammo from shelves

by The Rural Blog
October 30, 2020

Walmart has pulled guns and ammunition from store shelves, citing worries that civil unrest could prompt looting and theft of the merchandise. The items are still for sale, but customers must request them.

Lawmakers propose 12 weeks of paid parental leave for state employees

by Ryland Barton
October 27, 2020

Two Louisville state representatives — a Republican and a Democrat — proposed the bill that would apply to men and women after the birth or adoption of a baby.

Beshear issues guidance for ‘red zone’ counties, including Christian

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 26, 2020

Recommendations include allowing employees to work from home when possible, discontinuing all events and gatherings, and avoiding in-person service at restaurants or bars, among other requests.

Poll gives Beshear 65% approval for pandemic work, found 60% support state law mandating masks

by Al Cross
October 26, 2020

The poll found that 45% said President Trump's comments about masks and social distancing had made them less favorable toward him, while 24% said they had improved their favor for him.

More than 10,000 Christian County voters have already cast ballots heading into final week of early voting

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 26, 2020

Three local voters who cast absentee ballots explain why they want early voting options to continue in future elections.

A look at how local absentee ballots are counted

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 24, 2020

In this general election, 5,140 Christian County voters requested an absentee ballot. As of Wednesday, more than 3,000 had been returned to the county clerk's office.

Coronavirus key issue in McConnell-McGrath race for US Senate

by Ryland Barton
October 23, 2020

McGrath says that McConnell is to blame for Congress’ inaction. McConnell says Democrats are asking for too much and partly blames the election.

Postal Service’s internal watchdog says changes slowed delivery nationwide

by The Rural Blog
October 22, 2020

A leaked report on postal performance showed that "on-time" first-class mail delivery was down about 8 percent since DeJoy's appointment, on-time delivery of periodicals (including rural newspapers) was down 9.57%, and internal processing time was down 6.49%.

Trump has commanding lead over Biden in Kentucky, but the margin is not as big as his 2016 race

by Ryland Barton
October 20, 2020

In Western Kentucky, President Trump leads Joe Biden 65% to 30%, according to a poll of 625 Kentucky voters taken Oct. 12 to 15.

Federal judge strikes down Trump plan to slash food stamps

by The Rural Blog
October 19, 2020

The Trump administration's proposed change would likely disproportionately affect rural residents, who are more likely to rely on SNAP benefits.

Postal Service agrees to reverse nationwide changes that slowed mail service

by The Rural Blog
October 18, 2020

The agreement, which requires the Postal Service to prioritize election mail, applies to all states.