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Mercer County couple finds at least 25 snakes in newly purchased home

Mercer County, KY · 16h

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These Are The 10 Best Elementary Schools In Kentucky, According To New 2027 U.S. News Rankings

One of the top elementary schools in Kentucky is so independent that it runs as its very own school district. One school, one district, and a spot near the top of a statewide ranking. That’s the detail that got me. The surprises keep coming. Two schools on this list...

Kentucky · 3d
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The Courier Journal

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Florida firm to construct $175M distribution centers in Shelbyville

A major industrial development will begin construction in Shelby County before the end of the year. Florida-based Blue Steel Development , a real estate firm specializing in industrial development, announced Nov. 5 it had acquired more than 309 acres along Old Finchville Road in Shelbyville for a two-building project called Steel 64. The development will cover almost 2 million square feet and include two Class A distribution centers at around 1.4 million and 363,000 square feet, each designed to fulfill a variety of needs, according to the company's news release. Austin Jones, founding principal and president of Blue Steel Development, told The Courier Journal the projected total project cost is $175 million. Steel 64 is located less than a mile from Interstate 64, 28 miles from downtown Louisville and 50 miles from Lexington, "placing the site within reach of both major metro areas and their respective labor pools," Blue Steel Development officials said. Jones said the number of employees has not yet been determined and is dependent on leasing details. According to the release, Steel 64 will be located near a host of other manufacturing and distribution users, including Walmart, Ford, Kuehne+Nagel, Stanley Black & Decker, Builders FirstSource, voestalpine and

Shelbyville, KY · 2d

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Franklin County ‘Trash for Cash’ application to launch in January

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WKYT) - Franklin County’s “Trash for Cash” applications will go live in January, giving organizations the opportunity to earn money by cleaning up their community. The applications will launch at 10 a.m. on Jan. 25 and will close at 10 a.m. on Feb. 5. Participants...

Franklin County, KY · 3d
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FOX 56

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Kentucky chief justice says court systems is struggling with hiring, low pay

Kentucky's chief justice said Thursday afternoon the state's court system is struggling to find and keep employees.

Kentucky · 3d

FOX 56

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4 local businesses join forces at new Lexington storefront

Four local businesses came together for the grand opening of a new storefront in Lexington.

Lexington, KY · 2d

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BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open 2nd KY Location In Frankfort Nov. 13

BJ’s Wholesale Club will open its new Frankfort, Kentucky, club Nov. 13 at 4000 Vandalay Drive, giving the warehouse club retailer its second location in the state. The first store opened Jan. 31, 2025, at 4807 Outer Loop in Louisville. To celebrate, the on-site BJ’s Gas will offer members...

Frankfort, KY · 3d

Gourmetory

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Kentucky Residents Say These Are the 5 Best Fast Food Chains in the State. Fair Picks?

Fast food in Kentucky has a different feel than it does in a lot of states. Louisville gave the country KFC, Lexington is a White Castle city, and chains like Culver’s and Chick-fil-A have built strong followings in places like Bowling Green, Florence, and Elizabethtown. Since no readable ranking source was provided, this is not…

Kentucky · 3d

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Nissin to open its first Kentucky operation in Franklin County

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ky. — Nissin International Transport is investing more than $14 million in a new distribution center in Franklin County, creating 30 new jobs and marking the company’s first operation in Kentucky. Local leaders said the project reflects years of investment in Kentucky’s automotive and advanced manufacturing...

Franklin County, KY · 10h

Shine My Crown

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Almaria Baker Defeats Republican Incumbent Jared Bauman in Kentucky House Race Amid Big Gains by Democrats

Democrat Almaria Baker has defeated Republican incumbent Jared Bauman in Kentucky’s 28th House District, helping deliver a series of Democratic victories in… The post Almaria Baker Defeats Republican Incumbent Jared Bauman in Kentucky House Race Amid Big Gains by Democrats appeared first on Shine My Crown .

Kentucky · 3d

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Kentucky’s Oldest Town Lets Your Family Walk Through A Pioneer Fort, Sleep In A Historic Inn And Stroll Main Street

A full-size log fort sits a short walk from a working downtown in Kentucky. Kids can duck through its gates, peek inside cabins, and see how the first settlers lived. The fort is a reconstruction, but the ground under it carries real weight. Pioneers arrived here in 1774, before Kentucky was even a state.

Harrodsburg, KY · 19h

14news.com

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‘Normal people can run’: Cassie Blausey elected first Latina to serve in the Kentucky House of Representatives

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB+WAVE) — Democrat Cassie Blausey won the election Tuesday to represent Kentucky’s 29th House District, becoming the first Latina elected to serve in the Kentucky House of Representatives. Blausey defeated incumbent Chris Lewis by about 1,000 votes. The district includes parts of Jefferson County, including Fern...

Kentucky · 3d

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Securing state money for Louisville 'absolutely' gets harder after GOP losses, councilman says

Mayor Craig Greenberg (D-Louisville) is dismissing any concern that the election night losses of two prominent Jefferson County Republicans in the Kentucky legislature will make it more difficult for the city to continue to secure record investments from the state. "I'm confident I can build on the relationships that I...

Louisville, KY · 2d

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Intermittent Closures Of I-64 On Sunday

Drivers using Interstate 64 will need to be on the lookout Sunday for intermittent closures. Starting at 7 a.m., LG&E and KU crews will be upgrading equipment near the interstate. At times, they might need to shut down the road to do that work safely. The work will be done...

Jefferson County, KY · 2d

LEX18 News

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Lexington hopes Opportunity Zones will attract development to 5 areas

Lexington hopes state tax incentives will bring new housing, businesses and jobs to five areas targeted for redevelopment through Opportunity Zones.

Lexington, KY · 3d

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Governor and First Lady to Join The Salvation Army for Kentucky Red Kettle & Angel Tree Kickoff

Frankfort, KY — The Salvation Army will officially launch its 2026 Christmas season across the Commonwealth with the Kentucky Red Kettle & Angel Tree Kickoff on Friday, November 20, at 9:30 a.m. at the Kentucky Capitol Education Center, 706 Capital Avenue in Frankfort. The event is free and open...

Kentucky · 3h

FOX 56

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Hardin County Schools mourns passing of Vine Grove student known for her kindness

Officials announced with deep sadness on Thursday morning that a student with the district had passed away.

Hardin County, KY · 4d

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11 Bathroom Habits in Kentucky That Could Make Other Americans Uncomfortable

A Kentucky trip may involve a city hotel, a state-park bathhouse, and a roadside restroom within the same day. Shared spaces bring different expectations about noise, cleanliness, privacy, and how long a quick stop should take. The following eleven habits are travel-etiquette situations, not evidence that Kentuckians behave alike. Several...

Kentucky · 1d

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The Giant Kentucky Flea Market Where Admission Is Free And Your Family Wanders Antique Aisles All Day

Admission costs exactly nothing, and families can spend hours roaming booth after booth under one enormous roof. It’s billed as the largest flea market in Kentucky, and the whole thing sits on one level, indoors and dry. I like that combination a lot. Rain can pour outside while your...

Louisville, KY · 3d