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Lt. Governor Coleman announces $2.2 million for cleaner water, hazardous waste cleanup in Lee County
Lieutenant Governor Coleman was in Lee County this week to announce more than 2-point-2 million dollars for cleaner water and the cleanup of a hazardous waste site.
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Pixabay.comThe University of Kentucky’s Center for Smoke-Free Policy and the Kentucky Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program hosted a conference this week to discuss disparities in state tobacco control. -
https://www.lfchd.org/Around 13 percent of Kentucky adults have diabetes, according to a 2021 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That’s three percent above the national average.
Off the Beaten Path with Sam Dick
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Sam Dick visited a Franklin County farm featuring artistic sculptures from across the globe
Sam Dick visited a Winchester Couple who took a hobby and built it into a thriving art business.
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America's nuclear monarchy: the president’s sole, absolute authority to order the launch of nuclear weapons.
Kentucky Arts & Culture
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courtesy of the Keeneland Association“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. -
Cheri Lawson/WEKUNorthern Kentucky log cabin makes for a unique gallery to showcase the work of local artists
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Carsen Bryant/EKUOur monthly conversation with EKU President David McFaddin -
Larry NeuzelKate Savage talks with Freelance Writer and Photographer Kevin Nance.
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The pink moon will peak Tuesday and it’s worth looking for – even though it’s not pink. That’s according to Mark Pitts, an assistant professor at Eastern Kentucky University’s Department of Physics, Geosciences and Astronomy. -
The City of Lexington has a new website that Mayor Linda Gorton and city council members say will improve communication with residents. -
Supporters of the Purchase of Development Rights Program in Fayette County are seeking an adjustment in the acreage requirement. Currently, farms must be a minimum of 20 acres to come under PDR eligibility. -
Dozens of volunteers spent part of their Saturday picking up garbage in the Woodford County cities of Versailles and Midway. -
Work is set to begin on a $4.6 million combination emergency services center in Elliott County.
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