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Marianne Eaves just shattered a century-old tradition by becoming Kentucky’s first female master distiller, turning bourbon’s “Fraternity of Master Distillers” into a more inclusive space—one sip at a time. With a chemical engineering background and a fierce love for the science behind the spirit, she launched her own small-batch brand, “Forbidden,” to woo a new generation of drinkers. From intern...

Teen Robs Gun Deal on Alexandria Drive | Lexington News

Georgetown Scott County EMS is revolutionizing emergency care with a community paramedicine program led by seasoned EMT Brandon Remley, who makes house calls to tackle non-emergency 911 calls—often for repeat callers—and connects patients with vital resources like food, doctors, and therapists. Unlike traditional EMS, this model prioritizes continuity, building relationships and guiding patients t...

Kentucky just posted its seventh straight budget surplus, thanks to nearly $16 billion in General Fund receipts—$300 million more than projected—despite recent cuts to Medicaid and senior meals. Governor Beshear sees this as an opportunity to reverse those cuts and support families, driven by strong sales and income tax collections. But analysts warn that revenue growth isn’t keeping up with infla...

Mitch McConnell’s return to the Senate remains uncertain as he stays hospitalized, sparking calls for transparency amid growing speculation. While his office confirms he’s recovering and working remotely, it’s withholding a return date as the Senate prepares to reconvene. A recent emergency response at his home has fueled concerns, though no official details have been released. Some lawmakers, inc...

Kentucky just hit a voter registration milestone—over 11,000 new voters signed up last month, the biggest jump in nearly two years. Even in summer, the state’s political engagement surged, with Republicans leading the charge, adding 5,000+ and now nearing half the electorate. Democrats saw a slight dip, while independents grew by 1,700, now making up 11% of voters. This momentum signals a serious...

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A devastating fire in downtown Versailles leaves five residents homeless, one hospitalized, and a beloved pet lost. The blaze tore through an apartment above the Wilson Pool Room on Lexington Street. Two local nonprofits are now stepping in: the American Legion, Woodford Post Sixty-Seven, is accepting cash, checks, and gift cards at their South Main Street location Friday and Saturday, with more i...

Kentucky just shattered records with its seventh straight budget surplus—bringing in 1.7% more than projected for FY2026—opening the door to restoring slashed programs. Despite a $31 billion budget spanning 2026-2028, the state slashed agency funding to stay solvent. Meanwhile, income taxes keep falling: the individual rate dropped from 5% to 3.5% starting January 2026, creating a tricky financial...

Jerry Jackson has pleaded guilty to multiple horrific charges involving two young children, spanning from 2020 to 2023, including first-degree rape, sodomy, and sexual abuse. Facing a 25-year sentence, Jackson’s case marks a legal resolution, though the focus now turns to healing for the victims and preventing future harm. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/d...

Bryan Station High’s dean, John Bordas, took a guilty plea for menacing after a volatile road rage incident last March—where he followed a driver home and pulled a gun. Originally charged more severely, the case was amended. Judge Kim Bunnell sentenced him to seven days in jail and two years probation, rejecting defense pleas for no jail time. She acknowledged his remorse and counseling, but empha...

Lucas Glover is firing on all cylinders at the ISCO Championship, sharing the first-round lead with a stellar 7-under 63 — including clutch birdies on the final two holes — as he eyes a spot in the PGA Championship. Tied with Steven Fisk, Stephan Jaeger, and Troy Merritt, Glover’s hot streak continues after another 63 last week that earned him third at the John Deere Classic. He’s raving about the...

Tragic Lake Loss in Laurel County | Lexington News

Calvary Baptist Church is demolishing two long-vacant buildings on South Limestone in downtown Lexington, transforming the lots into lush greenspace — no more parking, just grass and trees for the community. The sites once housed Hanna’s on Lime and Soundbar, both shuttered in recent years. Meanwhile, a historic Queen Anne-style building on Rodes Avenue — already razed — may one day host church ac...

Lextran Bus Crash on Nicholasville Road | Lexington News

A woman from Pike County, Pamela Denise Sargent, received a 45-year federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to producing child pornography — including disturbing videos of toddler-aged children — which she uploaded and sent to a man in Missouri. Despite her defense arguing for leniency based on her low IQ and fear of the man, the judge handed down the maximum sentence, calling it a “profound...

Kentucky’s grappling with a rising cyclospora outbreak—31 to 80 confirmed cases as of July 10—part of a nationwide surge hitting 843 cases and 86 hospitalizations across 31 states. This parasite, which thrives in warm weather (May–August), causes watery diarrhea, bloating, and cramps that can appear days to weeks later, making it hard to trace. No deaths reported, but actual infections likely far...

Bulgarian cat Rossen Iossifov, already behind bars for a $5 million crypto scam targeting 900 Americans, is facing fresh charges after trying to move seized crypto from Kraken to a foreign bank — a move prosecutors say is an attempt to destroy evidence and evade justice. The Justice Department vows to hold him accountable, calling his actions a direct challenge to the rule of law and a betrayal of...

A Romanian tech guy just got four years in U.S. prison for building a fake vacation rental scam empire that ripped off 14,000 people — all while hiding out in Romania. His platform created convincing fake ads and websites, even handled crypto payments and fake accounts to launder money, running for eight years until authorities tracked the cash trail to Kentucky. His co-conspirator is still on the...

Kentucky’s skies are about to light up with a dazzling double meteor shower this month — the Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids. The Alpha Capricornids, known for their fiery, bright streaks, kick off July 3rd and peak July 30th, while the Delta Aquariids join in July 31st and last until August 23rd. When they overlap, you could see up to 30 meteors per hour — though the full moon on...

Target’s big move in Georgetown, Kentucky is heating up—officially snapping up 13 acres at Georgetown Commons with plans for a brand-new store, teaming up with local developers to prep the site while sharing upfront costs. This isn’t just a rumor; it’s a signed deal logged in June, and locals are already buzzing about the jobs, foot traffic, and ripple effects this could bring to the town. Listen...

London Mayor Randall Weddle is stepping down after a whirlwind legal battle that ended with the Kentucky Court of Appeals upholding his removal from office — a decision that reverses a prior ruling that had reinstated him. The controversy began when the city council voted to oust him following a public hearing, citing a court ruling that found he didn’t legally reside within city limits, making hi...

The Trump administration is rolling out a bold federal pushback against state AI laws, arguing they’re ideologically skewed, and is proposing a new FTC policy to regulate AI companies—focusing on hidden agendas and consumer deception. This comes after Colorado’s “algorithmic discrimination” ban was gutted, shifting focus to consumer-facing tech, and sparked a legal battle backed by the DOJ and Elo...

Target’s big move to Georgetown, Kentucky, just got official—snagging 13.28 acres at Georgetown Commons with a site development deal that’s already inked and filed. The retailer’s stepping in to help fund initial improvements, signaling a major retail investment, new jobs, and more shopping options for locals. Construction’s not started yet, but this is one to watch as the retail giant prepares to...

Bluegrass Community and Technical College just won a $30,000 Truist Foundation grant to launch “New Roots, New Careers,” a bold new program empowering immigrant families with career training and support right here in the region—perfectly aligned with Truist’s mission to build jobs and financial opportunity for adults without four-year degrees. BCTC, already a leader in serving immigrant and multil...