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HB 5, the anti-crime bill, was opposed by a broad political spectrum with conservative and progressive groups saying the legislation needs more fiscal analysis. 
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The Trust for Civic Life is a new funding collaborative that will support the “ordinary” activities that build stronger communities.
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Because birds use light to match their behaviors to their environment, scientists have lots of questions about how they will respond to the eclipse.
McConnell criticized President Joe Biden’s administration for “making it difficult” for a liquefied natural gas terminal to be built in Louisiana.
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Former NASA astronaut and engineer Karen Nyberg is sharing some quilts she’s made over the years depicting both terrestrial and extra-terrestrial subject matter.
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Columnist Constance Alexander, who provides opportunities to observe National Poetry Month, recommends a new collection by teacher, poet and fiber artist Jane Hicks.
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When Hopkinsville was in the path of totality during the 2017 eclipse, the Christian County town had spectators from 47 states and 25 countries, including Russia and Tanzania.
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Secretary of State Michael Adams' office is conducted a contest to pick a sticker that voters will receive at the polls in November.
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Even if Republicans revive SB 6 in April, they won’t have time to override a Beshear veto.
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The budget increases state employee pay by 3% each year but does not specifically dedicate money to raise pay for educators.
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Republicans moved to limit debate as Democrats made their final pleas against the tough-on-crime legislation.