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- A really big pumpkin (with a little bit of help) won this year's contest at the state fair. Check Lu-Ann's Kentucky News Review for more information.
No tedious waiting while flipping through outdated magazines. 24/7 access to your doctor that's just a phone call away. And, yes, even house calls.
- Television and movie star William Shatner is profiled.
Julian Jackson played guard for Sanford T. Roach's basketball teams at Dunbar High School for three years during the late 1940s.
- Director John Cohen documents the life of Kentucky banjo player Roscoe Holcomb.
WASHINGTON — Children could be prevented from realizing their potential in school and eventually in the labor force as consequences from home foreclosures endure for years, a Federal Reserve official said Thursday.
Do Your Part with Meatless Mondays
When you stop and really think about all the meat you consume in just one day, it starts to really add up. From bacon at breakfast, that chicken Caesar salad at lunch, to ground beef tacos for dinner, many of us chow down on several meat products each day. Do Your Part for the planet and your family's health and go meatless for at least one day a week.
Our Health: Author defends acupuncture
Acupuncture could be voodoo mind over matter or an Eastern treatment that releases endorphins and promotes blood flow to reduce inflammation and strengthen muscles and connective tissue.
Kids, divorce and your crazy ex
After years of chaos, dramatic fights, and exhaustion, you finally decided to divorce your crazy spouse. Too bad the kids are still stuck with a crazy parent.
How to survive your in-laws: How to get through the rough spots
Take a multifaceted approach: 1. Smile a lot when around them, 2. pretend you don't know them, and/or 3. remind yourself it could be worse: They could be your parents.
Ask Mr. Dad: Mr. Comfort
Dear Mr. Dad: I work pretty long hours and love playing with my 2-year-old daughter as much as I can. But whenever she gets hurt or upset, she screams for her mommy. I know she's not deliberately trying to hurt my feelings, but it still stings. Is there some way I can comfort her without needing to get my wife involved?
Libraries
Find links to area libraries' Web sites where you can find out hours of operation and much more.
Indoor fun
Area gyms and art-related businesses offer a variety of activities.
Health, nutrition and safety
Look up hospital quality ratings, find fresh produce outlets and other safety info.
Get informed or get help
If you or a friend needs food, shelter or an escape from violence, these links are valuable.
Museums
Central Kentucky and the state have a variety of museums spotlighting history, art and more.
Outdoor fun
Find the nearest parks, trails, swimming pools or expose your kids to wildlife through these connections.
Dance schools
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Foreclosures' social consequences eyed
Flu vaccine is now available, and nearly everyone should get it
Just after the news that "swine flu" is no longer a global threat, it's time to roll up our sleeves for another shot.
Early disconnect with mom may speed onset of puberty in girls
A girl's march toward early puberty may begin in the arms of her first caregiver, a new study suggests.
