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Toyota Kentucky begins assembly on all-hybrid Camry line

Shepherd Snyder

Toyota’s Georgetown plant is set to start manufacturing its new hybrid model Camry this year.

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The Commonwealth

KSP asking for tips on Clay County church fire
The Commonwealth

Severe storms bring damage to Kentucky, but no indication of tornadic activity
The Commonwealth

Kentucky's annual elk hunt permit drawing is Saturday; estimated 10,000 elk now in the commonwealth
The Commonwealth

Most Kentucky Supreme Court justices did not file 2023 financial disclosure reports
The Commonwealth

Here’s what you need to know about the 2024 Kentucky primary election

Lexington/Richmond News

Lexington Urban County Government

Lots of wheeling planned for Lexington's third annual StreetFest this weekend

Stu Johnson

People are expected to take to the street with rolling in mind this Saturday in Lexington. It will be the third annual StreetFest.
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Lexington to host household hazardous waste disposal event

Shepherd Snyder

Hazardous materials include paint, cleaners, oils, batteries, pesticides and electronic waste. The city is putting on the event to help properly dispose of those items, free of charge.

Off the Beaten Path with Sam Dick

Living Clean staff Tammy Jo Jackson, founder Kenna Smith and Executive Director Lisa Burton

Sam Dick

Off the Beaten Path with Sam Dick

One Eastern KY Woman's Mission to Help Recovering Addicts

Sam Dick travels to Manchester, Kentucky to visit a woman who has made it her mission to help recovering addicts

Melanie VanHouten with one of the sculptures at Josephine Sculpture Park in Franklin County

Off the Beaten Path with Sam Dick

A Central Kentucky farm is home to sculptures from across the world

Sam Dick visited a Franklin County farm featuring artistic sculptures from across the globe

Eastern Standard

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Eastern Standard

Eastern Standard - May 9th, 2024

Tom Martin

We explore the anxieties of college student parents with Boston University Staff Psychiatrist Mathilde Ross, Eastern Kentucky University Clinical Psychologist Maggie Freeman, and University of Kentucky Psychologist Shannon Sauer-Zavala.

Kentucky Arts & Culture

Cheri Lawson

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A Native American flute maker from Kentucky is on a mission

Cheri Lawson

A Kentucky flute maker on a mission to educate people about his Native American heritage prepares for Native Dawn Flute Gathering
courtesy of the Keeneland Association

Keeneland traveling exhibit honoring African American workers showcased in Frankfort

Shepherd Snyder

“The Heart of the Turf: Racing’s Black Pioneers” showcases photos, art and video interviews of around 100 Black jockeys, trainers and owners from the early 19th century to modern times. It was previously on display in the Keeneland library throughout 2023.

Today's Interview

EKU

Today's Interview: EKU Athletics Director Matt Roan Reflects on his Tenure at Eastern

Stu Johnson

EKU Athletics Director Matt Roan is about to make a move to James Madison University
Whitney Gray

Today's Interview - Wylie Caudill

Kate Savage

Arts Contributor Kate Savage talks with Artist Wylie Caudill.

More Kentucky News Stories

The Commonwealth

Most of Kentucky's congressional delegation ask President Biden for disaster declaration

Stan Ingold

Most of Kentucky's federal delegation, sent a letter to President Joe Biden expressing their support for Governor Beshear's request for a major disaster declaration for the Commonwealth of Kentucky stemming from severe weather in April.
The Commonwealth

Kentucky Derby 150 one more shot in the arm for the Commonwealth's horse industry

Stu Johnson

The 150th Run for the Roses is in the history books. It’s probably fair to say some of the exciting finish is spilling over into this week.
The Commonwealth

2022 Derby-winning trainer says McPeek will do the right thing for Mystik Dan for the Preakness

John McGary

Lexington horse trainer Kenny McPeek said Monday that he’ll wait until next weekend to decide if his longshot Derby winner Mystik Dan will run in the second leg of the Triple Crown.
Lexington/Richmond

City of Lexington and partners celebrate five new affordable housing units

John McGary

Lexington officials were joined by members of the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development Monday morning to celebrate the opening of five new affordable housing units.
The Commonwealth

Kentucky conservation group leader reflects on land conservation and EV policies

Stu Johnson

The head of a Kentucky environmental group sees both gains and concerns when reflecting on the 2024 State General Assembly session. Sometimes that comes within the same issue.