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Lexington Herald-Leader

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Why NBC's TODAY show was in this tiny Eastern KY town to ‘tell America's story.'

A crew from NBC’s TODAY show on Friday was at Tomahawk in Martin County to document the “area’s rich musical heritage, strong community spirit, and commitment to cultural learning,” said James Leon Webb, President and Board Chairman of Stidham Old Time Music Association. “Their visit to the Stidham Old Time Music Association and James Webb Musical Repair and Sales will highlight the value of preserving old-time music traditions, enjoying hands-on musical fun, and attending a community jam at the music shop.” Webb said the show also would visit Martin County High School to feature the Pick and Bow after-school program. Entertainment Weekly reported in September that Harry Smith, 75, was set to host a new on-air segment called “Common Good” that will feature stories across “TODAY,” “NBC Nightly News,” and live events that air on NBC News. “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to do what I have done for so long: tell America’s story,” Smith told People in a statement. “I have long believed that there is more that unites us than divides us. It’s in our bones. It’s part of America’s DNA.” The air date wasn’t immediately available Friday morning, and representatives from TODAY didn’t immediately provide

Martin County, KY · 8h

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Viral sheriff write-in candidate loses to incumbent

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A write-in candidate for Johnson County sheriff who surpassed 600,000 views on a campaign post on TikTok lost to the incumbent candidate. Jason Golden made posted a video to TikTok addressing his arrest at the Kentucky Apple Festival, where he was charged with alcohol intoxication in a public place and second-degree disorderly conduct.

Johnson County, KY · 2d

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Carter County singer wins first place at Grayson Octoberfest competition

GRAYSON — Carter County country music artist Tristen Moore walked away with first-place honors Saturday, October 31, after competing in the “Scary-oke” singing contest held as part of Grayson’s Octoberfest 2026 celebration. Moore, a native of Olive Hill, earned the competition’s top honor and received a...

Grayson, KY · 2d

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Richmond doctor proving to be a ‘Survivor’

FIJI (WKYT) - A Richmond woman continued to fight to be the final castaway on “Survivor” Wednesday. Cox did make it through the tribal merger. Despite losing the individual immunity challenge, she is safe for another week.

Richmond, KY · 1d

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Screening for Christmas movie filmed in Pulaski County sells out

SOMERSET, Ky. (WKYT) - A Christmas movie filmed in Pulaski County sold out a local screening at an event venue in Somerset. “Christmas at Moose Lake” will screen at The Virginia on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. The movie follows a New York-based professional, Alyssa, who returns to her family’s lake house following a breakup.

Pulaski County, KY · 1d

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Movie screening in Midway to help Versailles business reopen

WOODFORD COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A screening of the movie “Sandy Wedge” is planned this weekend in Midway, and part of ticket sales will be donated to help Wilson’s, a Versailles business, reopen after it was forced to close. Filmmaker Michael Gilkison shot scenes for the movie...

Versailles, KY · 1d

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Mary Todd Lincoln House to feature program on vintage photography

Executive Director Gwen Thompson says the theme is picturing the past. "We are going to have a vintage photography specialist. His name is Mark Cornelison and he does really cool work. He does actual Tintypes, which is a type of historic photography. And he'll be talking about and demonstrating that process." Thompson said.

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Kentucky Educational Television names Renee Shaw as next executive director, CEO

LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — A Lexington-based public television station serving the Bluegrass since 1968 announced on Wednesday that Renee Shaw, a force in the journalism and broadcast industry for more than 25 years, would be its next executive director and CEO. On Nov. 4, Kentucky Educational Television announced...

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Richmond doctor proving to be a ‘Survivor’

FIJI (WKYT) - A Richmond woman continued to fight to be the final castaway on “Survivor” Wednesday. Cox did make it through the tribal merger. Despite losing the individual immunity challenge, she is safe for another week.

Richmond, KY · 1d

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Lexington’s newest concert venue announces first 10 shows

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Lexington’s newest concert venue announced its debut show lineup ahead of its early 2027 opening. The Rail will host 10 shows across its first six months in operation:. Lynyrd Skynyrd — Saturday, Jan. 23, 2027. Umphrey’s McGee — Friday, Feb. 5, 2027.

Lexington, KY · 4d

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A former sheriff of Casey County

This photo of Joseph A. Bell is from the private collection of Charity Pendleton and was discovered among a collection of photos belonging to the late Sarah Ellen Bell Patton. An attached paper identified the gentleman as “The father of Robert A. Bell.” Mrs. Sarah Patton was a daughter of Robert A. Bell and a granddaughter of Joseph A. Bell, so it was a picture of her grandfather, a picture not seen for over 78 years but now brought to view!

Casey County, KY · 9d

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A Commercial Property Built in 1904 - $600,000

11,800 sqft - 1.02 acres. The building features two retail storefronts, each approximately 1,750 square feet, approximately 3,500 square feet of concrete-floor basement space beneath the retail areas, and an additional 3,135 square feet of dirt-floor basement beneath the former hotel portion. The rope pulled elevator is still here and you must see in in person. There is also outside access thru a grate that once was used as a luggage drop off point, could also be where fuel was brought in thru, so much rich history is here. Also included is an approximately 1,350-square-foot attached former People's Bank building requiring extensive rehabilitation. Rich in character and local history, this property once served as a thriving commercial center featuring mercantile stores, a barber shop, saloon, hotel registry, and dining hall.

Hustonville, KY · 2d

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Kentucky’s Oldest Town Has A Pioneer Fort, A Historic Inn And A Charming Main Street

Abraham Lincoln’s parents got married in a little cabin that now sits inside a protective brick building. That cabin is just one stop in a town packed with frontier stories. A full-size replica fort stands nearby, built to match the one raised here in 1774. Costumed interpreters work at the fort in season, showing off skills like blacksmithing, weaving, and quilting.

Harrodsburg, KY · 3d

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Burgin, Kentucky's Dillon Carmichael Reunites With Dave Cobb on 'High Ground,' and Here's Why That Matters

Burgin, Kentucky country singer Dillon Carmichael releases 'High Ground' on Riser House, co-produced by Dave Cobb, who made his 2018 debut.

Burgin, KY · 3d

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Meet the Owners: Hunter Lisle

Arthur Murray Dance Studio has been a part of Hunter W. Lisle’s life since he was a 12-year-old growing up in Lexington. Now, as the studio’s owner, he is creating the same types of experiences that he enjoyed for a whole new generation of dancers. “The best part...

Lexington, KY · 4d

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The changing faces of The Hartsough House

Even without the presence of ghosts, the lure of the museum (originally the Hartsough House) and its history was enough for many visitors to stop by and enjoy a treat and a tour on Halloween from our resident undertaker, aka Elijah Ayres, and his associate Chloe Harmon. Inside the museum,...

Owen County, KY · 3d

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A Holiday Tradition Returns: Montgomery County Extension Homemakers Annual Bazaar

Source: Sarah Congleton, Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Montgomery County. There’s something special about the start of the holiday season—the decorations come out, Christmas lists begin to grow, and familiar community traditions bring friends and neighbors together. One of those traditions returns this November as the...

Montgomery County, KY · 2d

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Meet the Owners: Beth Dean

Twenty years ago, Beth Dean turned her lifelong passion for music into Studio 88, where she offers comprehensive music lessons and artistic development services for students of all ages. What began with five pianos and a vision for the future has grown into a place where students build confidence, explore their creativity, and discover their potential.

Lexington, KY · 4d

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