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Attorney Katie Comstock Named New Director of Legislative Research Commission
Katie Comstock, an experienced Kentucky government attorney and current Deputy Director of the Legislative Research Commission, has been appointed to lead the LRC effective August 1, replacing retiring director Jay D. Hartz.
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Three UK golfers set to compete at ISCO Championship in Louisville
Three University of Kentucky golf alumni—J.B. Holmes, Cooper Musselman and Jansen Preston—will compete in the ISCO Championship at Hurstbourne Country Club in Louisville this week, with Holmes returning as an accomplished PGA Tour veteran and Preston making his professional tour debut.
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Lt. Gov. Coleman Joins Zotefoams for Ribbon Cutting on Walton Expansion
Lieutenant Governor Bessie Coleman joined Zotefoams Inc. to celebrate the completion of a major expansion at the company’s Walton headquarters, marking 25 years of operations in Northern Kentucky. The investment transformed the site into full end-to-end manufacturing and increased capacity by more than 20 percent.
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Cannabuzz expands retail footprint with Champagne Blush release
Cannabuzz, a Lexington-based THC-infused beverage manufacturer, launched its Champagne Blush drink at thirteen Kentucky liquor stores, marking the latest expansion for the pioneer in Kentucky’s hemp beverage market.
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Brooks optimistic about 2026-27 season as Wildcats begin summer workouts
Kentucky women’s basketball coach Kenny Brooks addressed media during early summer workouts, calling his 2026-27 squad a “national championship group” while emphasizing three-point shooting improvements and highlighting key offseason additions including Slovenian guard Ajša Sivka.
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Sanders memorabilia collection headed to auction at Shelbyville property
A comprehensive collection of Colonel Harland Sanders personal memorabilia preserved from his Shelbyville home will be auctioned on July 28, along with the historic Claudia Sanders Restaurant property.
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Kentuckians search for ’empathy’ more than any other word definition
According to a Word Unscrambler analysis of Google Trends data, “empathy” is Kentucky’s most-searched word definition in 2026, reflecting Americans’ growing interest in understanding emotions and societal concepts.
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Ark Encounter celebrates 10-year anniversary with astronaut guests
The Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky, celebrates its 10th anniversary this month with special events featuring three NASA astronauts, prominent Christian speakers, and performances by award-winning artists.
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Republicans postpone review of a contract with interim president of Kentucky State Fair
Republicans on a legislative committee on Wednesday deferred review of a contract with the interim president and CEO of the Kentucky State Fair who was installed by Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear’s latest appointees to the fair board last week.
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Transylvania University publishes guide to common family questions
Transylvania University has released a guide addressing frequently asked questions from prospective families about academics, housing, health services, student involvement and financial aid at the downtown Lexington liberal arts college.