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The tech giant has long sought access to a priceless trove of veterans’ skin samples, tumor biopsies and slices of organs. DOD staffers have pushed back, raising ethical and legal concerns, but Google might win anyway.
military platelet draw
The flu has killed at least 29 Kentuckians this season. Meanwhile, deaths from COVID-19 going up.
The town's Ice House Gallery was destroyed in the tornado a year ago, but now has hope for a new facility.
GOP leaders say they plan to cut the tax even further during next year’s lawmaking session, with hopes to totally eliminate the tax in the future.
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Enrollment to receive assistance through LIHEAP in Kentucky goes until Dec. 16.
debt bills
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said during a floor speech Wednesday that the mandate "undermined readiness and hurt retention."
In Kentucky, residents have the option to choose between a standard or REAL ID version of their driver’s license, permit or identification card.
real id
On Monday, state and local leaders celebrated construction progress in Glendale, Kentucky, where a pair of electric vehicle manufacturing plants are under construction.
beshear at ev battery park
A dozen Republicans are vying to take on Beshear in the November 2023 election.
Rural and small-town Southern communities are attractive destinations for new residents. Creating more opportunities for small businesses could lead to inclusive and sustainable economic development.
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Land Between the Lakes has one of the highest concentrations of bald eagles in the mid-South area.
eagle landing on limb
Rural Kentuckians and city chefs are building a new market for beef in Wendell Berry country.