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Moonshine Trail looks to get tourists’ eyes on eastern Kentucky through local history, culture

Bourbon is traditionally considered Kentucky’s signature spirit. But a group of distillers are looking to get more eyes on eastern Kentucky by focusing on the cultural and historical value of moonshine.

WEKU · Nov 15, 2023

Federal money goes towards more energy efficiency, flood recovery efforts in Hazard, Isom and Flemi

Another round of federal grant money from the United States Department of Agriculture is going towards energy efficiency and public safety across eastern Kentucky.

WEKU · Nov 15, 2023

Public hunting returns to Blue Grass Army Depot grounds in Richmond

A temporary hold on hunting was put in place while chemical weapons disposal operations were active. It’s being lifted starting January 20 for the start of Kentucky’s small game and waterfowl hunting seasons.

WEKU · Nov 15, 2023

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Pike County battling firefighter fatigue, smoke from wildfires

The battle against wildfires in southeastern Kentucky continues. Pike County Emergency Management Director Nee Jackson said they’ve been battling blazes since November 5th, with as many as five fires at one time. He said more than 1-thousand acres have burned, and while crews from the state Division of Forestry have…

WEKU · Nov 15, 2023

Kentucky Blood Center hosts Big Blue Crush blood drive ahead of holiday season

The yearly event is organized as a friendly competition with the MEDIC Regional Blood Center in Tennessee, playing off the rivalry between fans of Kentucky and Tennessee athletics. It’s a way for the two centers to make sure blood is available during the holiday season.

WEKU · Nov 14, 2023

More middle-mile broadband coming to thousands in 16 Kentucky counties

More broadband expansion is coming to 16 eastern and southern Kentucky counties. The project will serve residents in counties like Bell, Lincoln, Garrard, and Letcher.

WEKU · Nov 13, 2023

Conditions for wildfires could continue next week throughout eastern Kentucky

The Kentucky Division of Forestry says a forecasted drop in humidity early next week could see eastern Kentucky continue to be at risk for more wildfires.

WEKU · Nov 10, 2023

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Republicans ‘high on their own supply’ of election lies, says MSNBC host

MSNBC host Ari Melber quoted the movie Scarface about Republican losses in Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky

The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2023

Rain and cooler temperatures offer some help in fighting eastern Kentucky wildfires

Officials hope cooler temperatures and recent rain in the area will help firefighters control the blaze.

WEKU · Nov 10, 2023

Jacob Abel back with family team for 2024 Indy NXT campaign

The 22-year-old Kentucky native scored four podiums, eight top five finishes and one pole en route to placing fifth in the 2023 championship standings. He will contest next year’s 14-race schedule behind the wheel of the team’s #51 entry.

Motorsport · Nov 10, 2023

Lexington sports wager expert says get plenty of data before making a bet

Legal sports wagering has been a part of the Kentucky scene now for just over two months. A sports betting aficionado says it can pay to know what you’re doing.

WEKU · Nov 10, 2023

State of emergency declared as wildfires spread across eastern Kentucky

A state of emergency was declared Thursday as wildfires are being reported across the Commonwealth, mainly in eastern Kentucky.

WEKU · Nov 9, 2023

Kentucky mother arrested for fatally shooting her two young children

Tiffanie Lucas is facing murder charges

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2023

Abortion rights victories show this issue is unlikely to fade in 2024 elections − 3 things to know

Abortion rights advocates won major victories in several state elections on Nov. 7, 2023, signaling that abortion laws are likely to continue to play an important role in the 2024 elections.

The Conversation · Nov 9, 2023

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Kiplinger · Nov 9, 2023

Most Expensive States for Retired Military Service Members

Veterans can keep more of their military retirement pay by avoiding these high-taxed, most expensive states for retired service members.

WEKU · Nov 9, 2023

Kentucky's interest in electric vehicles may be driven by battery manufacturing

The future method of transportation across the Commonwealth is difficult to predict with any certainty when it comes to what people drive. There’s no question electrically powered vehicles will become a bigger part of the state fleet’s makeup. But, just how much remains a question mark.

WEKU · Nov 8, 2023

Democrats — and abortion rights — dominated the 2023 elections. Here are 5 takeaways

Voters mobilized for abortion rights, from approving an amendment in Ohio to reelecting Kentucky's Democratic governor. Plus, Black candidates made history in Rhode Island and Philadelphia.

WEKU · Nov 8, 2023

Almost summerlike temps come to Kentucky in November

Mid-November is shaping up to be unseasonably warm for more than a few days.

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The Guardian - US · Nov 8, 2023

Real people, real votes boost Biden’s hopes on night of Democratic wins

Election victories in Virginia and Kentucky and an abortion vote in Ohio give welcome boost to president after bruising opinion polls

WEKU · Nov 8, 2023

Help is arriving for firefighters battling 60-plus blazes in southeastern Kentucky

More than 60 fires involving about 11-thousand acres are keeping local, state and federal firefighters busy in southeastern Kentucky. Steve Kull, with the state Division of Forestry, said Wednesday that nine crews from Oregon and Idaho are on the scene or headed there, but warm, dry weather could make their…

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023

What off-year election wins mean for Democrats and Biden heading into 2024

Analysis: The election results were largely favourable to Democrats, with the exception of Mississippi

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023

Trump blames the ‘stench of McConnell’ for Republican candidate’s defeat

Former president endorsed Republican Daniel Cameron for Kentucky governor earlier this year

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023

Chris Christie blames Trump ‘poison’ for GOP election losses

‘Let’s face it, Donald Trump is political and electoral poison down ballot,’ Christie says

Ballotpedia · Nov 8, 2023

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Salon · Nov 8, 2023

The GOP can't fool voters on abortion

In Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia, polls showed Americans will turn out to protect reproductive rights

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