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Former Kentucky Governor Martha Layne Collins dies
Kentucky mourns the loss of former Gov. Martha Layne Collins, the state’s first and only female Governor. She was 88 years old. Gov. Andy Beshear made the announcement Saturday morning on social media. He called Collins a "powerhouse" and noted...
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The Mabul, Black Swans, And Traveling Through Kentucky
Last week we read Parshat Noach, a sedra chock-full of lessons, including moral responsibility, resilience, renewal, and the power of individual righteousness even in a corrupt world. There is also a financial lesson about risk that is relevant to...
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'Grenade to our economy'; Federal shutdown costing several Kentucky counties $100M in GDP each week
A group overseeing Kentucky's senior meal program also warned less funding and the government shutdown may lead to a potentially disastrous situation in November. ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. — The drive-through component of a free meals service provided to...
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'Rough three years' | Even with soybean deal reached, Kentucky farmers face challenges
On Thursday, President Donald Trump said he had an "amazing meeting" with China's president, as China agreed to deal to purchase soybeans from U.S. once again. NEW HAVEN, Ky. — The United States is hoping to finalize a new trade deal with China...
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Henry County educator named Kentucky Farm Bureau’s 2025 Farm Woman of the Year
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Cadiz Record - Kentucky
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Kentucky Farm Bureau has named Kristan Wright of Henry County its 2025 Farm Woman of the Year, honoring her leadership, innovation and contributions to agriculture across the state. Wright, a runner-up for the 2024 award, will be recognized during...
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VETERANS DAY 2025 | Restaurants and businesses offer discounts, freebies to honor vets
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WDRB - Kentucky
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Veterans Day is a time to recognize U.S. veterans and service members for their service, valor and sacrifice. Many businesses show appreciation to vets on or around Nov. 11 each year with free or discounted meals or...
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Week in Review: Local government, health and economic development
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Murray Ledger & Times - Kentucky
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With barely two months remaining before the 2026 Regular Session convenes, the Interim continues to serve as a crucial period of preparation for lawmakers. The discussions taking place in committee and task force meetings during this time offer a...
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Former Kentucky Gov. Martha Layne Collins has died at 88
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Martha Layne Collins, the first and only woman elected governor of Kentucky, died on Saturday. She… LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Martha Layne Collins, the first and only woman elected governor of Kentucky, died on Saturday. She was...
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Kentucky to hold a state food drive as threat to food assistance looms, governor says
Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced the state is starting a food drive as a response to the looming loss of federal food assistance this weekend amid the government shutdown. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced the state is starting a...
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Kentucky and Indiana businesses offering deals, free meals during SNAP pause
SNAP benefits are set to pause on Nov. 1 if the government is still shut down, and this would impact more than a million residents in Kentucky and Indiana.To help out, local businesses are offering free meals or deals for those affected by the...
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Kentucky households can apply for heating assistance starting November 3
(LEX 18) — Kentucky residents struggling with heating costs can get help through a state program that opens for applications next week. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program Fall Subsidy will accept applications from Nov. 3 through Dec. 12...
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Kentuckians facing loss of SNAP benefits turn to local food pantries for aid
Journey Church in Bardstown feeds hundreds as families fear SNAP delays, offering hope through volunteers and donations amid growing food insecurity. NELSON COUNTY, Ky. — With growing uncertainty about whether Supplemental Nutrition Assistance...
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Kentucky’s $22M Decision for Mark Pope Becomes Talking Point Amid 16-Year NCAA Reality
Mark Pope went all guns blazing in this transfer portal. They had the second-best transfer class according to ESPN, bringing the likes of Jayden Quaintance, Jaland Lowe, Denzel Aberdeen, and Kam Williams. If that wasn’t enough, Mouhamed Dioubate...
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Frankfort SD157-C earns high marks on state report card for student achievement
Doug Wernet, Ed.D. | Superintendent of Schools | Frankfort School District 157-C websiteDoug Wernet, Ed.D. | Superintendent of Schools | Frankfort School District 157-C website Frankfort School District 157-C has reported strong academic results...
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Kentuckians brace for impact without SNAP benefits, and neighbors step up to help
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- It's been 30 days since the government shutdown began, and time is running out for thousands of Kentucky families who rely on federal food assistance. SNAP benefits — better known as food stamps — are set to stop on Nov....
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Kentucky food bank calls on Gov. Andy Beshear for special session to fund SNAP benefits
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The Derrick and The News-Herald - Pennsylvania
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LEXINGTON, Ky. — Nicky Stacy started the Hazel Green Food Project in Wolfe County, and now helps feed people from 35 counties, some of the poorest in the nation. Thirty-one percent of people in Wolfe County receive benefits from the federal...
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Kentucky butcher shop wants hunters to donate deer to help feed families amid shutdown
Taylorsville Butcher Block is urging Kentucky hunters to donate extra deer as SNAP benefits could freeze in November. TAYLORSVILLE, Ky. — A Spencer County butcher shop is launching a call to action for deer hunters as 600,000 Kentuckians could...
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Legislators highlight education, food security at forum
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Kentucky New Era
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Childcare funding and workforce development took center stage Thursday evening as local and state leaders gathered for the Mayor’s Legislative Town Hall, where they spoke of Kentucky’s education system, economic growth, and the impact of the...
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Trade thaw, tempered hopes: China’s soybean pledge offers relief but no full fix for US farmers
American farmers welcomed China’s promise to buy some of their soybeans, but they cautioned this won’t solve all their problems as they continue to deal with soaring prices for fertiliser, tractors, repair parts and seeds. American farmers have...
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Kentucky food pantries call for community support ahead of SNAP cliff
Volunteers rushed to unload sliced meats, cheeses, fresh produce and hefty bags of potatoes before opening the doors of the Sister Visitor Center food bank in Louisville on Thursday. The Catholic Charities associated pantry served 22,000 people...
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