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General 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

Historic Kentucky cabin for sale comes with a $1,000 bar credit. See inside

A restored cabin built around 1790 in Danville, Kentucky, is listed for $299,900, with a $1,000 bar credit at nearby Morley’s Backyard if the sale closes before year’s end. The Thomas Barbee House, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has 1,230 square feet, two bedrooms and one bathroom. It sits near Constitution Square and is associated with Revolutionary War officer Thomas Barbee, Danville’s first postmaster.

Sports 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

Shane Beamer played a big role in sinking Mark Stoops. Can UK return the favor?

Kentucky visits South Carolina on Saturday, with new Wildcats coach Will Stein facing Shane Beamer for the first time. The Gamecocks have won four straight against UK, and South Carolina defensive coordinator Clayton White’s units have held Kentucky to 16 points or fewer in five meetings. South Carolina is 2-2 and has lost nine of its past 10 SEC games; reports say pressure is mounting on Beamer.

General 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

Historic Kentucky cabin for sale comes with a $1,000 bar credit. See inside

The restored Thomas Barbee House, a cabin built around 1790 in Danville, Kentucky, is listed for $299,900. The 1,230-square-foot home has two bedrooms and one bathroom and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Buyers who close before year-end will receive a $1,000 bar credit at nearby Morley’s Backyard. The house is named for Revolutionary War officer Thomas Barbee, Danville’s first postmaster west of the Allegheny Mountains.

General 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

Page 4 of Fifty Years of NightFifty Years of Night, page 4

The Lexington Herald-Leader published a page titled “Page 4 of Fifty Years of Night.” The available text does not provide further details about the page or its subject.

General 1 outlet · Spectrum News 1

Unclaimed veterans receive full military honors at Kentucky cemetery

Nine veterans and an Air Force dependent who had gone unclaimed for years were honored at a cemetery in Hardin County, Kentucky. The ceremony included full military honors. One veteran, who served in World War II, had remained unclaimed for decades.

Sports 1 outlet · The Kentucky Kernel

PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer Season 2 Episode 4

Kentucky Kernel hosts Jenna Lifshen and Sydney Cox discuss UK Athletics in Season 2, Episode 4 of “Kernel at the Buzzer.” The podcast covers milestones for Kentucky football, volleyball’s dominance and other athletics topics. The episode was published Sept. 29, 2026.

Schools 1 outlet · The State Journal (Politics)

First United Methodist Church lends helping hand to FHS

After a late-August fire at Frankfort High School, First United Methodist Church in Frankfort opened its Sunday school rooms as temporary classrooms for about 290 students. Church staff and volunteers helped teachers and students adjust, while the Frankfort Plant Board improved internet access and the South Frankfort Neighborhood Association provided school supplies. School leaders said the response showed the community’s support.

General 1 outlet · The State Journal (Politics)

Frankfort, Franklin County golfers shoot 73s, advance to first round of state golfWilliams' eagle earns first trip to state golf tournament

Frankfort junior Josh Tandy and Franklin County junior Myles Williams were named Traditional Bank Athletes of the Week after qualifying for the state golf tournament. Both shot 73 at the Region 9 tournament Sept. 21 at Woodford Club in Versailles, tying for eighth and earning spots in the state event. Williams secured his berth with an eagle on the final hole; Tandy is returning to state for a second year, while Williams will make his first trip.

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