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The three rival fan bases burning to see Kentucky football ‘slip back’

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The three rival fan bases burning to see Kentucky football ‘slip back’

Fans of at least three teams seem really invested in the idea that the Wildcats cannot sustain the momentum from last year’s 10-3 season.

May 26, 2019 06:18 AM

‘Roe v. Wade is under attack.’ Abortion rights protesters rally in Lexington.

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‘Roe v. Wade is under attack.’ Abortion rights protesters rally in Lexington.

May 25, 2019 06:22 PM

They dislike Bevin but voted for Trump. Can Beshear win them over in November?

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They dislike Bevin but voted for Trump. Can Beshear win them over in November?

May 24, 2019 02:15 PM

With $82 million investment, AppHarvest finally ready to build its 60-acre greenhouse

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With $82 million investment, AppHarvest finally ready to build its 60-acre greenhouse

May 24, 2019 02:44 PM

After 50 years, Critchfield’s butcher is hanging up his apron. What’s next for the store?

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After 50 years, Critchfield’s butcher is hanging up his apron. What’s next for the store?

May 24, 2019 11:23 AM

‘It’s been tough.’ Lake Cumberland marina ready for tourists after weekend fire.

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‘It’s been tough.’ Lake Cumberland marina ready for tourists after weekend fire.

May 24, 2019 01:35 PM

Do you know who these World War II medals belong to? The state needs your help.

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Do you know who these World War II medals belong to? The state needs your help.

May 24, 2019 09:45 AM

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Bart Starr, 1960s Green Bay quarterback, dies at 85

May 26, 2019 02:59 PM

Former Colgate plant could become hotel, commercial space

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May 26, 2019 08:37 AM

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May 25, 2019 06:21 PM

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UK softball’s season ends one step short of College World Series for third straight year

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UK softball’s season ends one step short of College World Series for third straight year

May 26, 2019 02:04 AM

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May 26, 2019 06:32 AM

Mitch Barnhart, yes Mitch Barnhart, is nation’s best athletics director

May 26, 2019 06:28 AM

The three rival fan bases burning to see Kentucky football ‘slip back’

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Life sentences possible after Kentucky Islamic leader, 2 men indicted in alleged murder plot

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Life sentences possible after Kentucky Islamic leader, 2 men indicted in alleged murder plot

May 24, 2019 04:24 PM

Nearly 6 years in prison, a $19.2 million tax bill. Fraud ends badly for Kentucky businessman.

May 24, 2019 07:51 AM

He was found dead in the Kentucky woods nearly 33 years ago. Now we know his name.

May 24, 2019 10:06 AM

Chris Bailey’s forecast: A few severe storms possible today

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More beer on the way: Georgetown brewery announces $1.8m expansion

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More beer on the way: Georgetown brewery announces $1.8m expansion

May 24, 2019 10:12 AM

Young homebuyers scramble as prices rise faster than incomes

May 25, 2019 02:59 PM

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Joel Pett says there’s only one message from Trump evangelicals listen to

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Joel Pett says there’s only one message from Trump evangelicals listen to

May 23, 2019 09:19 PM

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May 22, 2019 01:48 PM

Primary takeaways: Beshear’s brand? Last chance for Adam? The Democrat of the future?

May 23, 2019 03:39 PM

When the Run for the Roses became the War of the Roses

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George Takei ‘tempted’ to challenge Mitch McConnell. He has support from other actors.

Actor George Takei, known for his role as Hikaru Sulu in “Star Trek,” tweeted he is tempted to move to Kentucky to run against longtime U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell. Mark Hamill, Henry Winkler tweeted their support.

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Owner says Maximum Security will not run in Belmont Stakes

May 20, 2019 08:01 AM

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Kentucky native Billy Ray Cyrus got a surprise this week when rapper Lil Nas X showed up at his house in a Maserati. It was Lil Nas X’s way of celebrating the success of the remix of “Old Town Road.”

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