Kentucky senior guard Asia Boone completed her first solo flight Aug. 14, taking off and landing three times in a Cirrus SR20. Boone began flight training at Liberty University but put aviation on hold after transferring to Kentucky, which has no piloting program. A chance connection with former UK athletics photographer and pilot Britney Howard helped Boone resume training toward her private-pilot certification. She says flying has boosted her confidence and given her an identity beyond basketball.
Kentucky men’s basketball players say their jersey numbers reflect family ties, childhood idols, birthdays, superstition or simple preference, while also connecting them to the program’s history. Junior guard Trent Noah chose No. 9 after his preferred No. 2 was unavailable, linking the number to the Wildcats’ pursuit of a ninth national title. The Herald-Leader asked all 14 players about their choices at Monday’s media day.
Tripadvisor named one Ohio restaurant among the best fine-dining spots in the United States. The report does not identify the restaurant or provide its ranking.
A Lexington Herald-Leader opinion column discusses a Kentucky politician’s use of a Frederick Douglass quote in an advertisement. The headline does not identify the politician or provide details about the ad.
A Lexington Herald-Leader opinion piece criticizes a Kentucky politician for quoting Frederick Douglass in an advertisement. The provided text does not identify the politician, the ad, or the quote.
A Kentucky.com guide lists more than 30 spooky things to do in Louisville this Halloween season. The roundup offers residents and visitors ideas for seasonal activities around the city.
Candidates for Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) board seats in districts 1 and 4 will take part in forums. The events will give voters a chance to hear from the candidates.
Forums are featuring candidates seeking seats on the Jefferson County Public Schools board in districts 1 and 4. Voters can hear from the contenders at the events.
A Lexington Herald-Leader exclusive examines Flora’s effort to bring attention to her sister’s role in launching Muhammad Ali’s career. It asks why history books have left her sister out of the story.
More than 25 family-friendly Halloween events are planned in Louisville this year. The roundup offers families a guide to seasonal activities in the city.
A police chase in Lexington ended in a crash, and the driver faces a new DUI case. The incident came about a month after the driver pleaded guilty to an earlier DUI.