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Beshear, lawmakers discuss possible coronavirus special session

Special legislative sessions are politically tricky — partly because the governor is the only person allowed to call them. Generally, governors try to reach a consensus with lawmakers before calling them in to officially consider legislation.
The dome in the Kentucky Capitol Rotunda. (Photo by Jennifer P. Brown)

Chamber hires new membership director

Chandler Ladd is a native of Christian County and earned a bachelor's degree in political science at the University of Louisville.
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Muhlenberg County cancels tourism events

In Central City, there are concerns about the community being a super-spreader of the delta variant following the death of local resident Brent Yonts, a former state representative, from COVID-19.
John Prine performs at the Lu-Ray Amphitheater in Muhlenberg County. (Photo from city of Central City.)

Cause of mysterious bird illness still unknown

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife has dropped a recommendation that residents of six counties in Central Kentucky stop using bird feeders.
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The Everly Brothers are both gone now; Don dies at 84

Don was born in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, made most famous by John Prine's "Paradise" and next door to Ohio County, the home of Bill Monroe. His mother, whose 102nd birthday is Aug. 28, survives him.
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FDA gives full approval to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine

The approval was seen as a milestone in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic — in part because it could provide reassurance to those who have delayed getting vaccinated.
Vials of the COVID-19 vaccine are seen at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Md., Dec. 14, 2020.
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