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Kentucky agriculture community reconciles tornado damages to ...
WEBDec 20, 2021 · A deadly tornado outbreak in western Kentucky destroyed or damaged poultry hatcheries, grain bins, livestock and a university research center. The state agriculture commissioner estimates the losses to be the biggest in history and urges mental health support and donations for farmers.
Kentucky's Muslim Population Prepares for First-Ever Muslim Day …
WEBDec 16, 2019 · J. Tyler Franklin. Kentucky’s Muslim community will gather in Frankfort next month for the inaugural Muslim Day at the state capitol. Muslims from all over the state will tour the building on January 22, meet with legislators, pray in the Rotunda, and receive training on how to advocate for issues affecting the Muslim community.
The Fancy Farm picnic is upon us. Here’s 5 things you need to know.
WEBAug 4, 2022 · Learn about the history, traditions and controversies of the annual Fancy Farm picnic, where politicians deliver zingers and heckles in western Kentucky. Find out who's speaking, what's on the menu and why some are missing this year.
How many tornadoes hit Kentucky? And how strong were they? A …
WEBDec 15, 2021 · A researcher is looking for answers. National Weather Service storm surveyors are still working this week to determine just how strong the tornadoes were in western Kentucky over the weekend and how many of them touched down. The National Weather Service has brought in several teams and experts, including Tim Marshall.
Kentucky’s metro areas expected to drive population growth …
WEBAug 10, 2022 · A report by the Kentucky State Data Center at the University of Louisville finds that Kentucky's population will increase by six percent through 2050, but mostly in its metro areas. The report also shows that 75 counties will lose population, mostly in eastern and western Kentucky, due to natural decline and migration.
'Twenty-two years is long enough': Conservative leader Damon …
WEBDec 13, 2023 · The longest-serving Republican Senate Majority Floor Leader in Kentucky history announced his plans to retire from the legislature. He said he's accomplished most of his goals and wants to focus on his bourbon company and consulting firm.
Largest economic development project in Kentucky history is in …
WEBDec 5, 2022 · Largest economic development project in Kentucky history is in full swing. Gov. Andy Beshear spoke on Dec. 5, 2022 at the official groundbreaking for the BlueOval SK Battery Park in Glendale, KY. The most historic economic investment in Kentucky to date is taking shape off Interstate 65. On Monday, state and local leaders celebrated ...
Graves County community breaks ground on new courthouse two …
WEBDec 12, 2023 · A deadly and destructive EF-4 tornado swept through western Kentucky just over two years ago, killing 24 people in Mayfield and Graves County, injuring dozens more and damaging thousands of structures – including the county courthouse.. More than 200 people stood in the Mayfield town square Monday afternoon, where officials broke ground on a new courthouse in the heart of the Graves County ...
Large damage in a small community: how Muhlenburg County is …
WEBDec 12, 2021 · Muhlenberg County is just one of many grappling with the aftermath of devastating storms. “As of this morning the death toll here is 12. 12 is an enormous amount of people for a small community like this,” said Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman, during a Sunday morning visit to Bremen.
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