Another Bourbon Distillery Announces Foreclosure Amid Millions in Debt The industry is facing a sharp downturn.

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My mission is clear: support workers, keep housing within reach, and strengthen public schools. District 33 deserves leadership rooted in community.
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Filled up today. $62. Normally around $40. AND that was with a discount of 60¢ a gallon (shout out to #Kroger rewards card). This is not a good start to the spring. #KY #Kentucky #GasPrices #Gas

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Proposed Henderson County wind farm ignites fight over rural identity #KY: A proposed wind energy project that could become Kentucky’s first utility-scale wind farm has sparked intense debate in Henderson County, where residents fear it would industrialize rural […]

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Proposed Henderson County wind farm ignites fight over rural identity #KY A proposed wind energy project that could become Kentucky’s first utility-scale wind farm has sparked intense debate in Henderson County, where residents fear it would industrialize rural farmland and undermine the county’s tourism and agriculture economies. At a March 18 public hearing, the Henderson City-County Planning Commission began a yearlong series of meetings to craft new land-use and siting rules for wind turbines while a county moratorium on new wind projects remains in place. The hearing focused on where and . . .

Proposed Henderson County wind farm ignites fight over rural identity #KY: A proposed wind energy project that could become Kentucky’s first utility-scale wind farm has sparked intense debate in Henderson County, where residents fear it would industrialize rural farmland and… #windpower #windenergy

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The “Win It Back” #conservative #super-pac is now running #AI ads preying on #Mexican and #Latino #stereotypes regarding #immigration in #ky - a key #gop running point for #Senate - the inhumanity #trump normalized has gone beyond the past #policies of even far #right #candidates
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Many speak out at Henderson public meeting on wind energy ordinance #KY: A year-long series of public meetings got underway Wednesday night in Henderson, as leaders work to draft a wind energy ordinance. Cordelio Power has proposed installing around 90 turbines […]

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Many speak out at Henderson public meeting on wind energy ordinance #KY A year-long series of public meetings got underway Wednesday night in Henderson, as leaders work to draft a wind energy ordinance. Cordelio Power has proposed installing around 90 turbines in eastern Henderson County, ranging from Highway 136 east to Highway 60 East. As we’ve told you, fiscal court approved hiring consultants to come up with an ordinance. Wednesday’s meeting focused on land use and siting options. Last summer, 14 News reported the court pressed pause for one year on a . . .

Many speak out at Henderson public meeting on wind energy ordinance #KY: A year-long series of public meetings got underway Wednesday night in Henderson, as leaders work to draft a wind energy ordinance. Cordelio Power has proposed installing around 90 turbines in eastern… #windpower #windenergy

Concern growing over company trying to lease land for wind farms #KY: Officials say First Mile Development, a firm based out of Minnesota, has been trying to solicit members of the community. They are reaching out trying to lease private and county land to build […]

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Concern growing over company trying to lease land for wind farms #KY Officials say First Mile Development, a firm based out of Minnesota, has been trying to solicit members of the community. They are reaching out trying to lease private and county land to build wind farms in the area. Judge Executive, Curtis Dame, says they were largely caught off guard, because they did not expect this kind of development in the county, and don’t think it can be done right now. “I follow the numbers. The numbers don’t lie. So, the . . .

Concern growing over company trying to lease land for wind farms #KY: Officials say First Mile Development, a firm based out of Minnesota, has been trying to solicit members of the community. They are reaching out trying to lease private and county land to build wind farms in… #windpower #windenergy

"You have never had the courage to look me in the eye": Sen. Rand Paul (R-Kentucky) confronts Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Oklahoma) at #DHS nomination hearing.

Paul accuses Mullin of justifying physical attack that occurred at Paul's home in #KY in 2017. Paul suffered injuries inflicted by neighbor.

#republican #senate candidates in #ky have spent the last 3 months airing inflammatory pro-Matrix style ads dehumanizing #immigrants and racist fearmongering. It’s been an ass kissing contest for Trump since day 1 #andybarr #natemorris & #danielcameron can go to hell!!!

Keep #datacenters OUT of #KY!! Local govt is the bottom rung on the ladder of power & betrayal. The #people don’t want it here. #kentucky‘s #environment has already been majorly affected by #climatechange

anyone in the campbellsville/etown area see an orange glow in the sky, like a fire or something? #kentucky #campbellsvilleky #ky #elizabethtownky

The “Girl gang” #BackyardHens keeping us in chicken poo for the garden. Watching the girls is like watching an episode of the #Goldengirls - DRAMA #backyardbabes #KY life is short -

Council hears overview of 'duty to intervene' — staff says officers must step in or report improper force Staff introduced an update that would require officers who witness another officer using unreasonable force to intervene when safe or report the incident to the chain of command; discussion covered on- and off-duty application, reporting expectations and training needs.

A new policy demands officers to intervene against unjustified force or report it, raising crucial questions about accountability and safety in law enforcement.

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Franklin County Fiscal Court accepts audit, approves grant application, renews lease and completes personnel moves The Fiscal Court received the sheriff’s audit, approved a Byrne grant application, renewed a Buffalo Trace lease, authorized HMB engineering work on the US 460 Shared Path, approved budget transfers, held a closed session under KRS 61.810(1)(f), and approved two personnel actions July 30.

Franklin County's Fiscal Court tackled key financial matters, approved a significant grant, and made crucial personnel decisions in their latest meeting.

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Fiscal Court awards courthouse restoration contract, approves MOUs for flood recovery Franklin County Fiscal Court unanimously awarded the Courthouse Restoration Project to Trace Creek Construction, approved two MOUs with the Administrative Office of the Courts to pursue FEMA Public Assistance eligibility and remediation responsibilities, and authorized the County Judge to sign reimbursement paperwork for flood repairs following April 2025 flood damage.

Franklin County is taking significant steps towards restoring the courthouse damaged in the April 2025 flood, with a unanimous contract award to Trace Creek Construction and crucial agreements with the Kentucky AOC.

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Fiscal Court approves multiple change orders, contracts and equipment purchases for Road Department redevelopment Franklin County Fiscal Court approved numerous change orders across at least six bid packages for the Road Department Complex redevelopment, awarded contracts for special inspections at Lakeview Park (one dissent), and authorized equipment purchases including a John Deere 325G skid steer.

Franklin County Fiscal Court has greenlit major contracts and change orders for a transformative redevelopment of the Road Department Complex, including exciting upgrades to Lakeview Park!

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Franklin County Fiscal Court approves grants, contracts and appointments; motion to surplus jail firearm fails At a Sept. 12 special meeting, the Franklin County Fiscal Court approved several grant applications, awarded multiple construction and equipment contracts for a new Road Department maintenance building, confirmed planning and road appointments, and voted down a motion to surplus a jail firearm.

Franklin County Fiscal Court just made major moves by approving numerous grants and contracts while also voting down a controversial motion regarding a jail firearm!

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Franklin County Fiscal Court approves zoning change, homeland-security grant applications and personnel moves At its April 10 meeting the Franklin County Fiscal Court approved a zoning-map amendment for a Lawrenceburg Road property, authorized two homeland-security grant applications for the sheriff's office and regional jail, received routine financial reports and approved several seasonal hires and a jail promotion. A closed session under KRS 61.810(1)(f) preceded the personnel votes.

Franklin County Fiscal Court took significant steps this week, approving a zoning change and vital homeland-security grant applications while also making key personnel decisions.

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Spencer County approves $21,101.67 radio purchase after dispute over used equipment After disputes over used radios and a proposed return to the vendor, the Spencer County Fiscal Court voted to buy replacement radio equipment from a state-contract vendor for $21,101.67, approving the purchase 3–2 with one abstention.

Spencer County just approved a $21,101.67 investment in new radio equipment, igniting a heated debate over the future of public safety communications!

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Spencer County to negotiate with lowest bidder on Spears Drive drainage project after bids far exceed engineer estimate Spencer County Fiscal Court reviewed four bids for the Spears Drive Drainage Improvement project and voted to enter negotiations with the lowest bidder, Flynn Brothers ($612,094), despite an engineer estimate of $493,794.46. The court approved pursuing the low bid for further negotiation rather than awarding a construction contract at the meeting.

Spencer County is set to negotiate with Flynn Brothers after their bid for the Spears Drive Drainage Improvement project came in significantly higher than expected, sparking a crucial discussion on funding and scope.

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Fleming County authorizes emergency road-salt purchase after supply delays After a Jan. 24 emergency declaration over heavy snow and ice, Fleming County Fiscal Court on Feb. 10 approved buying 100 tons of road salt from out of state at $250 per ton because contracted in-state suppliers could not fulfill December orders.

Fleming County has declared a state of emergency and is taking action to secure road salt from out of state after local suppliers fell short during the winter storm crisis.

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Spencer County Fiscal Court tightens EMS screening, temporarily closes county clerk office amid COVID-19 At its April 6 meeting the Spencer County Fiscal Court approved emergency steps for public-health safety, including a temporary closure of the County Clerk's public office and purchases for EMS sterilization; officials said three local COVID-19 cases had been counted and were considered recovered.

Spencer County is taking decisive action to combat COVID-19 by temporarily closing the County Clerk's office and enhancing EMS safety measures as three local cases are reported recovered.

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Spencer County Fiscal Court gives first reading to amended mask ordinance amid pandemic Spencer County Fiscal Court gave first reading May 18 to Ordinance No. 10, which amends the county's 2005 mask ordinance to clarify exemptions including medical necessity; the first reading passed by roll call and the ordinance will return for a second reading.

Spencer County is updating its mask rules to include new exemptions for children and medical needs—find out what this means for residents!

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