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At UK groundbreaking, McConnell says U.S. will not default on its debts

One of the guest speakers at Tuesday's groundbreaking at the University of Kentucky’s Forage-Animal Production Research Unit was a man credited with supporting the project with federal dollars: U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell.

WEKU

Kentucky sheriff's deputy fatally shot during traffic stop

Officials say a Kentucky sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed during a traffic stop

The Independent UK

Kentucky Blood Center: from Pancake House to eight donor centers in six cities

The Kentucky Blood Center turned 55 Sunday. The KBC opened in the basement of the Pancake House restaurant on South Limestone Street on May 21st, 1968.

WEKU

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Letcher County summer feeding service program to operate at five locations, with changes

Letcher County is one of many in eastern Kentucky still recovering from last July’s floods. When school lets out, the Letcher school district’s federally-funded summer feeding service program for people 18 years old and under will work a little differently this year.

WEKU

How 'The Starling Girl' examines a troubling relationship between a girl and pastor

In "The Starling Girl," actress Eliza Scanlen plays Jem Starling, a 17-year-old girl from a fundamental Christian church in Kentucky who pursues a relationship with a youth pastor a decade older.

The Orange County Register

Beshear vs. Cameron: What to expect from Kentucky’s closely watched governor’s race this fall

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The stage is officially set for what is widely expected to be the nation’s most expensive, contentious and closely watched election of 2023 — the Kentucky governor’s race.

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Daniel Cameron Wins The Republican Primary For Governor Of Kentucky

Daniel Cameron will face incumbent Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear in the general election this coming November.

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Candidates advance from Kentucky primary elections

The statewide primary election for Kentucky was held on May 16, 2023. Candidates competed to advance to the general election scheduled for Nov. 7, 2023. An exception to this was the special general election for Kentucky State Senate District 28, which was the final race stage.

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Attacks fly as contentious general election campaign for Kentucky governor begins

The general election campaign for Kentucky governor is off to a feisty start

The Independent UK

Mage faces tough Preakness challenge as First Mission scratched by vet

Kentucky Derby winner Mage will face one less contender in his Triple Crown bid after First Mission was scratched from the Preakness on Friday morning

The Guardian - US

A Kentucky Zoo and the family that runs it

A Nicholas County family runs the 125-acre Wendt's Wildlife Adventure Zoo. The zoo's latest addition is a baby sloth.

WEKU

Police: Louisville man planned bank shootings, placed phone in pocket to livestream

The man who killed five co-workers at a Kentucky bank had made plans for the shooting, according to police

The Independent UK

Universal Pre-Kindergarten likely to continue to be a discussion item in Frankfort

Making universal pre-kindergarten education available to all Kentucky children has been discussed for some time.

WEKU

Eastern Kentucky education co-op received $6 million to help student mental health

The Southeast South-Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative will receive around six million dollars over the next five years

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Looking back at Tuesday’s elections

Welcome to the Thursday, May 18, Brew.

Salon

A Trump victory against DeSantis — in KY

"The Trump culture of winning is alive and well in Kentucky" claimed Daniel Cameron after his GOP primary win

WEKU

Safety recommendations pertain to Kentucky motorcyclists and other drivers

Springtime tends to bring out more two-wheeled transportation all across the Commonwealth. Cyclists and drivers of cars both have responsibilities when it comes to safe travel.

The Independent UK

Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky signals focus on family values in closely watched fall race

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is preparing for what could be the most hotly contested election of the year

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VIDEO FOR YOU: Kentucky Gov. Beshear discusses jobs, his campaign and abortion

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Daniel Cameron defeats eleven other candidates in the Republican primary for governor of Kentucky

Daniel Cameron defeated Ryan Quarles, Kelly Craft, and nine other candidates in the Republican primary for governor of Kentucky on May 16. Cameron will face incumbent Gov. Andy Beshear (D) in the general election on Nov. 7.

Al Jazeera

Key takeaways from state and local US elections this week

Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who will likely run for president, faces setbacks in off-year vote on Tuesday.

Ballotpedia

Incumbent Adams defeats two candidates to win Kentucky’s Republican primary for secretary of state

Incumbent Michael Adams defeated two candidates—2015 Republican nominee Stephen Knipper and former state Rep. Allen Maricle—in the Republican primary for Kentucky secretary of state on May 16. Adams faces former state Rep. Charles Wheatley—the only candidate who ran for the Democratic nomination—in the general election on Nov. 7.

WEKU

WEKU wins six regional 2023 Murrow Awards

WEKU was the most honored radio station in Kentucky with six regional Edward R Murrow awards

The Independent UK

Teacher who allowed student to wear KKK costume banned from school

‘This does not represent the character of our students and staff at Southern Middle School or our district as a whole’

WEKU

Well known gambling firm hooks up with Keeneland and the Red Mile

Legalized sports wagering is anticipated to be available this year in Kentucky. Another part of the sports betting puzzle has been announced.

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