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Amanda Gorman’s poetry shows why spoken word belongs in school

by Mukoma Wa Ngugi
February 7, 2021

Three scholars of poetry explain why the writings of the 22-year-old Gorman — who became the country’s national youth poet laureate at age 17 — and her rise to fame represent a prime opportunity for educators to use spoken word poetry as a lively way to engage students.

Kentucky lawmakers advance historical horse racing bill

by Ryland Barton
February 5, 2021

Kelli Pendleton, president and CEO of the Christian County Chamber of Commerce, testified in support of the legislation.

Big Read bringing virtual presentation of ‘Circe’ author

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 4, 2021

Madeline Miller's virtual appearance will kick off the seventh Big Read in Hopkinsville.

Juvenile justice bill advances in Kentucky legislature

by Ryland Barton
February 4, 2021

The bill, sponsored by Republican Sen. Whitney Westerfield of Crofton, would do away with the state’s automatic transfer law, which requires minors age 14 or older to be tried in adult court if they are charged with a crime involving a firearm.

Judge temporarily blocks part of law curbing governor’s emergency powers

by Ryland Barton
February 4, 2021

The ruling comes a day after Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear sued to block three laws passed by the Republican-led legislature curtailing his powers during the coronavirus pandemic.

Health department updates procedure for scheduling 2nd vaccine dose

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 3, 2021

Officials outlined how second doses will be scheduled in a post on the health department's vaccine website.

States to begin legislative redistricting following Census

by The Rural Blog
February 3, 2021

Republican control in statehouses will likely result in rural areas gaining more electoral power.

Beshear sues to stop legislature from limiting emergency powers

by Ryland Barton
February 3, 2021

Unless a court steps in, the new laws will limit the length of Beshear’s emergency orders and allow businesses and schools to open during the pandemic, as long as they follow CDC guidelines.

City introduces new information technology director

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 2, 2021

Darryl Anderson is filling the vacancy that will be created by Joe Grace's retirement this summer.

Lawmakers begin overriding Beshear vetoes

by Ryland Barton
February 2, 2021

On Monday, Beshear threatened a lawsuit to try and block bills from going into effect, saying he needs flexibility to respond to the pandemic.

Legislators tell Beshear they’ll talk with him after votes to override vetoes; he says ‘See you in court’

by Test and Eric Umansky
February 2, 2021

Legislators, who have voiced displeasure with Beshear's emergency orders and his attitude toward them, are all but certain to override his three vetoes, and he made clear what he would do after that.

Kirkman Terrace senior apartment nears completion; several units rented

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 1, 2021

Developed for residents ages 55 and older, the property has 45 apartments.