Hospice Exit Deal: Humana will sell its remaining minority stake in Gentiva to a consortium of investors for about $900 million, the final step in its exit from end-of-life care; the deal is expected to close in Q3 2026, pending approvals. Data Center Governance: Murray’s Planning Commission advanced a revised data center ordinance to the City Council after residents raised concerns about noise, water use, and environmental impacts. Local Industrial Expansion: Owensboro commissioners began considering a rezoning for the Massie Property to expand light industrial land tied to long-term AirPark growth plans. Education & AI Support: Murray State says its AI-powered EdSights student voice platform is already helping flag struggling students earlier and connect them to resources. Higher Ed Leadership: Kentucky Wesleyan President James Cousins will become Wilkes University’s next president, ending his five-year Owensboro tenure. Corporate Reshuffle: Yum! Brands agreed to sell Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion in two deals, with non-China operations going to LongRange Capital and China to Yum China. Public Safety Tech: Louisville is piloting solar-powered lighting to curb copper wire theft after repeated infrastructure hits. School Phone Policy Reality Check: A Kentucky cellphone ban law didn’t stop many JCPS students from using phones, with districts relying on local implementation. Arts & Community: EVPL Foundation opened nominations for its 2026 Art Awards, adding a new Culinary Art category.