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Bradford pledges stability as new FCPS acting superintendent
Acting Superintendent Dr. Bill Bradford addressed media Monday, pledging to restore stability and fiscal health to Fayette County Public Schools following the recent placement of former Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins on paid administrative leave.
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UK study challenges assumptions about bone chips in thoroughbred yearlings
A University of Kentucky study finds that arthroscopic surgery to remove bone chips from thoroughbred yearlings’ knees eliminates the performance penalties historically associated with the condition, challenging decades of industry assumptions.
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WKU names Dr. Fadi Sibai as director of engineering school
Western Kentucky University named Dr. Fadi Sibai as director of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, effective August 10. Sibai brings extensive experience in academic leadership, engineering education, and industry work with major technology companies.
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Lexington Singers perform in Europe, debut Hagenberg work in Paris
The Lexington Singers, one of America’s longest-running community choirs, will travel to France and England in June for performances featuring a European debut of a new work by composer Elaine Hagenberg, including a concert with its sister city partner Newmarket, England.
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Baptist Health Paducah announces $19 million surgical expansion
Baptist Health Paducah announced a $19 million expansion adding two new robotic operating rooms and upgraded surgical facilities, expected to be completed in fall 2027 as demand for advanced surgical procedures continues to grow.
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Surging stock market, Trump policies boost wealth for top 1%
When SpaceX, Elon Musk’s rocket and artificial intelligence company, began trading on the stock market last week, he became the world’s first trillionaire. The SpaceX IPO made the world’s richest man even richer, grabbing headlines worldwide. But it is merely the most vivid illustration of a U.S. trend that has been accelerating since 2022.…
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UK Professor Coker honored as Research Professor for violence prevention work
Ann L. Coker, a University of Kentucky professor leading research on violence prevention, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor for her work developing and evaluating evidence-based prevention programs like Green Dot.
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Ky. Small Business Development Center names Kayla Keeton State Star
The Kentucky Small Business Development Center named Kayla Keeton as its 2026 State Star, recognizing her exceptional contributions to small business development across Kentucky.
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UK Women’s Basketball Reveals 2026-27 SEC Schedule
The University of Kentucky women’s basketball team received its 2026-27 SEC conference schedule, featuring eight home games and eight away games with Tennessee as the sole home-and-away opponent.
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Kentucky high school work group wraps up transformation initiative
The Kentucky High School Transformation Work Group held its final meeting on June 3, with future work continuing through the Kentucky United We Learn Council to examine policies and implementation practices affecting high school transformation across the state.