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In last minute add-on, lawmakers directed UK to open a ‘Center of American Civics’
A center for civics courses is coming to the University of Kentucky after state Republican lawmakers approved an eleventh-hour addition to an education bill earlier this year, but it’s unclear who spearheaded the idea.
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Louisville clinic regains cut funds after Frankfort rally
A Louisville clinic serving patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities will receive restored funding following a Frankfort rally and a gubernatorial reallocation decision.
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KYTC announces nighttime resurfacing work on US 68 in Jessamine County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will conduct nightly resurfacing operations on US 68 in Jessamine County beginning June 29, with work scheduled from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily. At least one lane will remain open in each direction throughout the project.
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KYTC schedules mowing on inner loop of New Circle Road
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will perform mowing operations on New Circle Road’s inner loop on June 29 from 10 a.m. to noon, with work occurring along the cable barrier between Versailles Road and Richmond Road.
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UK Athletics announces 2026 Hall of Fame class of six
The University of Kentucky Athletics named six individuals to its 2026 Hall of Fame class, including former basketball star Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and women’s swimmer Asia Seidt, the 2020 NCAA Woman of the Year.
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Diallo Steps In as Kentucky’s Point Guard, Embracing Leadership Role
Washington transfer Zoom Diallo has quickly established himself as Kentucky’s starting point guard, impressing coaches and teammates with his leadership and playmaking during early summer practices. The 6-foot-4 sophomore committed to the Wildcats in April after Mark Pope called him immediately when the transfer portal opened.
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Kentucky Football Unveils 2026 Home Schedule With Early Theme Announcements
Kentucky football announced its 2026 home promotional schedule Thursday, revealing themed fan activations for all seven Kroger Field games under first-year coach Will Stein, including a White Out for the opener against Youngstown State and specialty events for matchups against Alabama, LSU, and Louisville.
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Liggins files whistleblower complaint after FCPS board rejects reinstatement
Suspended FCPS Superintendent Demetrus Liggins has filed a whistleblower-reprisal complaint after the school board rejected his request to be reinstated, deepening the conflict between the superintendent and the district’s leadership.
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Rabid bat confirmed in 40511 area near Kentucky Horse Park
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department confirmed a rabid bat found June 22 near Berea Road and the Kentucky Horse Park in the 40511 zip code. No human or pet exposures were reported.
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UK assures employees meal swipes valid as Compass Group takes over dining
The University of Kentucky confirmed that employee meal swipes remain valid as Compass Group assumes dining and food service operations on July 1, with new meal plan purchases available online beginning June 27.