Source: NKY Tribune

Editorial cartoonist Joe Heller releases new cartoons addressing doomscrolling, electric gloves, and other contemporary topics through the NKy Tribune, continuing his prolific career as the nation’s most successful self-syndicated cartoonist.

Will Stein, the Oregon offensive coordinator and a Kentucky native, was hired as the Wildcats’ new head coach after Mark Stoops was fired following 13 seasons and back-to-back losing campaigns.

Frederick Douglass dominated Highlands 41-20 Friday in a strong performance led by a 21-point fourth-quarter surge. Lexington-area schools had a successful weekend with multiple wins across football and soccer, though some programs struggled in season-opening contests.

Kentucky football’s wide receiver group is showing promise in fall camp under first-year coach Will Stein, with quarterback Kenny Minchey impressing in Saturday’s scrimmage as the Wildcats prepare for their season opener in two weeks.

Today on r/Lexington, residents debated a high-profile guilty plea in a baby’s death case, celebrated local small businesses, complained about Comic Convention ticket prices, and discussed state tax incentives for AI data centers.

Lloyd Memorial defeated Newport Central Catholic 21-3 in the first-ever football game at the school’s new Ciafardini Family Athletic Complex, ending a 343-game road stretch dating to before World War II.

No. 3 Kentucky volleyball defeated No. 6 Wisconsin 3-0 to open its 2026 season at the AVCA First Serve tournament in Milwaukee on Friday, with Brooklyn DeLeye recording 12 kills and Morgan Gaerte adding 10 in the dominant performance.

No. 3 Kentucky volleyball swept No. 6 Wisconsin 3-0 in the 2026 season opener at the AVCA First Serve in Milwaukee, hitting .385 with balanced offensive contributions across seven players and dominant defensive play.

UK men’s basketball coach Mark Pope and his wife Lee Anne are hosting the third annual Hoops and Heels event on Sept. 25 at Historic Memorial Coliseum, with proceeds benefiting the Markey Cancer Foundation.

The Kentucky Board of Education refined proposed regulations for the state’s assessment and accountability system during its August meeting, continuing implementation of House Bill 257 that shifts to individual student growth measures.