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Kentucky Focus

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Kentucky Focus is more than a show—it’s a voice for the Commonwealth. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Scott Fitzgerald, this one-of-a-kind program dives into the stories, people, and issues that matter most to Kentuckians. From the backroads of Appalachia to the heart of Louisville, each episode uncovers the threads that connect us all—highlighting real conversations, surprising perspectives, and local voices you won’t hear anywhere else. This is storytelling with purpose. Insightful, thought-provoking, and proudly rooted in Kentucky, Kentucky Focus is where the Commonwealth comes to listen, lea...

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Jul 9, 2026

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The surge in women's sports & getting to know a local champion 04.08.2024

What's behind the success in women's sports and getting to know a local champion.  All this week in a special "sports" edition of "Kentucky Focus" with Scott Fitzgerald!

Doing Good Work at Home & Age Limits in Politics 28.07.2024

This organization has been doing good work in Kentucky for a long time, so long that many take for granted they're around. Also, are aging politicians out of touch with Americans? One of the youngest ever elected to office thinks so. This week in Kentucky Focus w/Scott Fitzgerald

Higher Education Help & Your Child's Eyes 21.07.2024

Believe it or not, something as simple as affording groceries each week is keeping some from higher education.  Now there's help.  Plus, you're child's eyes could be the difference in how they learn.  Why seeing the right professional before school is so important.  That and more in this week's "Kentucky Focus w/Scott Fitzgerald"

Owed Money? Saving on your Electric Bill? 14.07.2024

Could you be owed money or property you don't know about?  Also, how would you like to save even more on that electric bill this summer?  Plus, the Olympics are coming up and Kentucky has plenty of local representation.  All in this week's Kentucky Focus with Scott Fitzgerald! 

Kentucky Focus - Week of July 7, 2024 07.07.2024

With the 4th of the July holiday in the rear view, some are already thinking about getting a jump on holiday shopping and avoiding the last minute rush.  Scott Fitzgerald found some folks who want to help you with that AND maybe find ways to save you some extra cash!  It's all in this week's "Kentucky Focus"! 

Kentucky Focus - Week of 6/3/2024 06.06.2024

Striking the right work/life balance.  Also, your summer oral health and why this time of the year is the best to catch up with your dentist.  In sports, with Kentucky just two wins from a College World Series, we take a look at the history of college baseball in Kentucky.  That and much more in with Scott Fitzgerald in this week's Kentucky Focus! 

The "new" College Basketball & Expanded Gaming Help 10.03.2024

As we enter "March Madness" is college basketball entering a new age?  Also, with this being the first year of "March Madness" and expanded gaming in Kentucky, a conference is underway in the state to help those (and families of those) whose lives were changed as a result of problem gambling.  That and more in this week's edition of Kentucky Focus with Scott Fitzgerald! 

Help For Home Weatherization & Moving On To A New Career 28.01.2024

The recent cold snap got many of us thinking about updating the weatherization in our homes. Believe it or not, there's money available for that here in Kentucky if you qualify! Plus, thinking about that career change in 2024, a unique employer here in Kentucky wants to talk to you! That and more in this week's edition of Kentucky Focus with Scott Fitzgerald!

Kentucky law makers join in support of this vital resource, plus more money for these KY schools! 21.01.2024

Kentucky lawmakers (both left and right) are banding together to support this vital Kentucky resource and more money is being made available to these Kentucky colleges. That and more in this week's Kentucky Focus with Scott Fitzgerald!

Changes in 2024 & three things we all may use 2024 07.01.2024

Some changes affecting the Commonwealth in 2024 and three things we all may use in 2024, what will that look like? All with Scott Fitzgerald in this week's edition of "Kentucky Focus"

Take a look back at 2023 31.12.2023

2023 was a busy year in the Commonwealth of Kentucky! Join Scott Fitzgerald as he and Kentucky Focus look back at some of the biggest stories around the state this year.

Kentucky Focus - Homesick for the holidays, amateur athletics (are they) and food prices this holiday season. 10.11.2023

This week on Kentucky Focus, many will be returning home from school or even the military over the next few weeks and some may be dealing with homesickness. How would you know and what can you do? Also this week, we've seen a big shift lately in what we used to call amature athletics. We'll talk to a local coach who knows a thing or two about winning and what he thinks about all the changes. Final...

Kentucky Focus - Time to buy a home in Kentucky? Thanksgiving preps this week! 05.11.2023

Despite news about higher interest rates, people are still purchasing homes in Kentucky. Plus, Thanksgiving is two weeks from Thursday, what should you be doing now to level up your holiday dinner? That and more in this edition of "Kentucky Focus" with Scott Fitzgerald!

Last Minute Kentucky Fall Get-A-Way & Halloween Spending Up? 15.10.2023

Sure fall break is wrapping up for many, but as the leaves continue to change you can still get away for a short break right here in the Commonwealth, and it won't break the bank! Also, while we're hearing a lot about inflation, that's not slowing down our Halloween spending! That and more with Scott Fitzgerald in this week's "Kentucky Focus"!

Why bigger lottery jackpots & financing back to school supplies?? 06.08.2023

It's 2023 and are parents actually financing back to school supplies?? Plus, bigger lottery jackpots, coincidence or just how things fall? College football is ramping up around the state and more national honors are going to Kentucky schools. All in this week's Kentucky Focus with Scott Fitzgerald!

Sports & your teeth? Kentucky's long history with baseball? 13.07.2023

As parents across the state make their annual pilgramage to the local sporting goods store for that (no so cheap) sports equipment, one (not-so expensive) item often gets overlooked and it could prevent the most damage. What is it? Also, on this all-star baseball week, several local players were called to the big leagues in this week's MLB draft. We'll take a look at Kentucky's history with baseba...

"Let's Talk" & ANOTHER social media platform? 08.07.2023

How do you know if it's time to talk to someone? Plus ANOTHER social media platform hits Kentuckians, what's next? All this week in Kentucky Focus with Scott Fitzgerald

New Kid On The Hill: Louisville's Morgan McGarvey On The Lighter Side Of Being In Congress 23.02.2023

Office lotteries, orientation sessions that ended up like a scene from the Hunger Games and family functions. That's how Rep. Morgan McGarvey (D-KY3) began his term in Congress, joining 73 others who were learning the same balance. In this episode of Kentucky Focus, Rep. McGarvey shares the lighter moments that don't make the headlines and offers a fresh perspective of what happens on The Hill.

The 107th Running of the Indianapolis 500 Is 100 Days Away 17.02.2023

Indianapolis Motor Speedway President Doug Boles sets the scene as the track at 16th and Georgetown prepares for 350,000 plus fans Memorial Day weekend. Boles takes us through some of the lead up events and the storylines to watch going into the Month of May. #IsItMayYet

100 Days Until Kentucky Derby 149 27.01.2023

Churchill Downs spokesman Darren Rogers sets the scene as the field comes together for Derby 149 and talks about some of the changes around the track in this edition of Kentucky Focus.

The Kentucky Derby Museum Celebrates The 50th Anniversary Of Secretariat's Triple Crown 19.01.2023

This year marks 50 years since Big Red took the nation by storm, winning the Triple Crown in convincing fashion. The Kentucky Derby Museum is marking the occasion with a new permanent Secretariat exhibit and a party along with the chance to get a very special bourbon release. The Museum's Chris Goodlett and Pat Armstrong give us all the info in this edition of Kentucky Focus.

Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer's Exit Interview 20.12.2022

After 12 years in office, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer is preparing to hand the city off to mayor-elect Craig Greenberg. As he packs up his office, he took a break to talk to Will Clark about the last 12 years, covering the good, bad and everything in between.

Former FBI Agent Takes A New Look At The David Camm Case 09.12.2022

Former FBI Agent Gary Dunn has released "Their Bloody Lies and Persecution of David Camm" where he takes a deep dive into the police files and court records surrounding the Floyd County, Indiana murder of Camm's wife and two kids that captivated Louisville and the surrounding area in the fall of 2000.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Visits Louisville, UPS 06.12.2022

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visits Louisville and the UPS Worldport to discuss infrastructure and supply chain issues. He discusses the visit and more on this edition of Kentucky Focus.

Inside Bellarmine Basketball: Road Trip To Duke 23.11.2022

Scott Davenport and the Bellarmine Knights make a stop in Durham, North Carolina and face off against the Duke Blue Devils as they run Gauntlet 2.0, a non-conference slate that started with a win over Louisville and includes games at Clemson, Duke, UCLA and UK. We go inside the meeting room, practices and locker room as the Knights meet the #7 team in the nation at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

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