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Auditor Ball Says Kentucky’s Education Department Needs Major Improvements

Education · Frankfort

Auditor Ball Says Kentucky’s Education Department Needs Major Improvements

69% Center coverage: 13 sources

The over 500-page report released by state Auditor Allison Ball shows KDE allowed $250 million in SEEK funds to lapse.See the Story

Opening Arguments Set to Begin in Trial of Brooks Houck, Joseph Lawson

Jon Snow · Frankfort

Opening Arguments Set to Begin in Trial of Brooks Houck, Joseph Lawson

87% Center coverage: 8 sources

The jury is seated; a pool with 132 people was narrowed down to 15 jurors.See the Story

Andy Beshear's Chances of Winning 2028 Primary as He Gives Campaign Update

Donald Trump · Frankfort

Andy Beshear's Chances of Winning 2028 Primary as He Gives Campaign Update

Coverage: 2 sources

Beshear is among the most popular governors in the country, and some Democrats view him as a potential 2028 contender.See the Story

Alleged Arsonist Indicted on Sexual Abuse Charges

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Frankfort father accused of starting the house fire that claimed the lives of his two sons was indicted on sexual abuse charges on Tuesday.House Fire · Frankfort See the Story

Coleman files suit to protect Ky. renters against corporate price fixing

Coverage: 2 sources

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has announced action to protect Kentucky renters against corporate price fixing, by filing a lawsuit against RealPage, Inc., a multibillion-dollar real estate software and service company based in Texas.Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort See the Story

Design the Future of Kentucky Ag: License Plate Contest for 4-H and FFA Members! - WNKY News 40 Television

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

FRANKFORT, KY – July 4, 2025 – The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) is launching a new “Friends of Kentucky Agriculture” specialty license plate, and they want Kentucky 4-H and FFA members to design it! This is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and support agriculture in Kentucky. The winning design will appear on license plates statewide and help fund Kentucky FFA, 4-H, and Kentucky Proud programs. The se…Agriculture · Frankfort Read Article

New Caldwell Co. judicial center project moving forward

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Planning is underway for a new judicial center in Caldwell County that will improve court services, enhance security and provide modern space for court operations.Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

The 19th-Century Precursors to the Crises of Trump’s America

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

A candidate is down in the official count after an election but refuses to concede. He was the victim of massive fraud, he insists. As “stop the steal” becomes a rallying cry, his supporters march on the capital, hoping to install him in office. Eventually, he gains office and triggers a constitutional crisis. You might think you just read a description of the 2020 and 2024 elections and the beginning of Donald Trump’s second term as president. …Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

Capital Classic Ladies Invitational is Aug. 7 at Frankfort Country Club

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Frankfort Country Club will host the 61st Capital Classic Ladies Invitational Golf Tournament on Thursday, Aug. 7. The Capital Classic is one of the oldest women’s golf tournaments in Kentucky.Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

Fiscal court OKs FY 24-25 budget amendment

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Franklin County Fiscal Court approved an amendment relating to the budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 on Monday.Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

Ranking Every Bottle Of Blanton’s To Find The Absolute Best

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Getty Image/Merle Cooper Blanton’s is known as the original single-barrel bourbon, but is there a single best version of it? It’s a question I wanted to answer because Blanton’s is one of the most popular lineups in all of bourbon. It’s certainly one of the most frequently cited in movies like John Wick and TV shows like The Big Bang Theory. To cover our bases, the Blanton’s brand was launched in 1984, thanks to Elmer T. Lee, who was the Master …Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

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