Unique Kentucky: Local history, people, stories and places

He’s crossed the US on foot 3 times. Meet Sacramento’s real deal Forrest Gump

Dennis Godby recently finished a multipart walk across the U.S. He’s previously run across the country twice. Here’s what keeps him going.

7 min read

The Day the Balloon Crashed: The untold story of Charlotte’s hot-air balloon tragedy

National

The Day the Balloon Crashed: The untold story of Charlotte’s hot-air balloon tragedy

Updated October 21, 2026 at 7:36 AM

This Charlotte dentist gets a much better spot than you at concerts. Here’s how.

LexGo

This Charlotte dentist gets a much better spot than you at concerts. Here’s how.

Updated October 7, 2026 at 8:13 AM

This Lexington neighborhood named No. 2 most ‘unmistakably KY’ in the state

Know Your Kentucky

This Lexington neighborhood named No. 2 most ‘unmistakably KY’ in the state

Updated September 3, 2026 at 3:44 PM

Kentucky is home to many Guinness World Records. Here are 6 of our favorites

Know Your Kentucky

Kentucky is home to many Guinness World Records. Here are 6 of our favorites

August 25, 2026 at 5:30 AM

The Lizard returns & fiery Elmo: KY ‘I voted’ sticker contest brings creative entries

Politics & Government

The Lizard returns & fiery Elmo: KY ‘I voted’ sticker contest brings creative entries

August 21, 2026 at 7:03 AM

Inside Billionaire Bunker: What the enclave was like before Bezos and Brady

Home & Garden

Inside Billionaire Bunker: What the enclave was like before Bezos and Brady

Updated September 3, 2026 at 7:01 AM

4 iconic Kentucky foods: Learn the history of these dish & drink creations

LexGo Eat

4 iconic Kentucky foods: Learn the history of these dish & drink creations

August 5, 2026 at 4:56 AM

Visitors to Mammoth Cave asked to comment on ‘un-American’ signs. It got rowdy

Politics & Government

Visitors to Mammoth Cave asked to comment on ‘un-American’ signs. It got rowdy

August 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Religious ‘homecoming’ of sorts brings pork and politicians to Fancy Farm

Politics & Government

Religious ‘homecoming’ of sorts brings pork and politicians to Fancy Farm

August 2, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Watch live: Kentucky politicians take the stage at the 2026 Fancy Farm picnic

Politics & Government

Watch live: Kentucky politicians take the stage at the 2026 Fancy Farm picnic

Updated August 1, 2026 at 5:44 PM

See it: St. Jerome Church prepares for 146th Fancy Farm Picnic

Kentucky

See it: St. Jerome Church prepares for 146th Fancy Farm Picnic

August 1, 2026 at 12:17 PM

What does it take to make Fancy Farm barbecue? Preparations start early

Kentucky

What does it take to make Fancy Farm barbecue? Preparations start early

Updated August 1, 2026 at 11:10 AM

Which politicians are speaking at 146th St. Jerome Fancy Farm Picnic? What to know

Politics & Government

Which politicians are speaking at 146th St. Jerome Fancy Farm Picnic? What to know

July 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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