Local revolts grow across US as AI data center boom expandsAI data center boom expands amid local revolts
Local opposition to AI data centers is growing across the United States as the boom in facilities expands.
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Powerball numbers for Sept. 30 drawingSept. 30 Powerball drawing results
Kentucky.com’s report concerns the Sept. 30 Powerball drawing and asks whether anyone won. The provided story text does not include the winning numbers or the result.
Lexington food assistance groups say costs strain budgets as Kentucky faces food insecurityKentucky faces high food insecurity as food and fuel costs rise
Lexington food assistance groups say rising food and fuel costs are straining their budgets. The pressure comes as Kentucky faces high food insecurity.
Lexington food assistance groups say food and fuel costs strain budgetsKentucky faces high food insecurity as costs rise
Lexington food assistance groups say rising food and fuel costs are straining their budgets. The groups are responding as Kentucky faces high levels of food insecurity.
Alexa Minton’s Forecast
WKYT forecaster Alexa Minton says Kentucky will see one more warm, windy day, with highs in the 80s and southwest gusts reaching 30 mph, before a cold front moves northwest to southeast Friday. Showers are expected statewide, with a few thunderstorms and temperatures falling into the upper 50s and 60s behind the front. The front is forecast to stall southeast of the state this weekend, bringing periodic rain, especially to southern Kentucky, and highs in the upper 60s to mid-70s. Cooler conditions may
Warm day gives way to rainy, cooler weekend across Kentucky as cold front brings showersKentucky highs fall into the 60s and 70s as weekend rain moves in
WKYT meteorologist Alexa Minton forecasts one more warm, windy day across Kentucky, with highs in the 80s and some areas near 90. A cold front will bring showers, a few thunderstorms and falling temperatures Friday, then stall southeast of the state as weather systems keep rain possible through the weekend, especially in southern Kentucky. Weekend highs are expected to reach the upper 60s to mid-70s, with cooler conditions lingering into early next week.
Kentucky basketball players tie jersey numbers to program and personal historyJersey numbers carry history for Kentucky basketball players
Kentucky basketball players’ jersey numbers reflect both the program’s history and the players’ personal stories. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports that the numbers carry meaning beyond their role on the court.
Kentucky player Asia Boone finds flying again after putting it on holdA coincidence helps Asia Boone rediscover flying
Kentucky women’s basketball player Asia Boone had put flying on hold, but a coincidence helped her rediscover it.
No. 24 Kentucky football and South Carolina matchup gets a game predictionHow Kentucky and South Carolina match up
The Lexington Herald-Leader previews No. 24 Kentucky football’s matchup with South Carolina and offers a game prediction. The headline does not specify the predicted outcome.
UK fan guide to Week 5 highlights Cats vs. ex-Cats and Kamario Taylor vs. BamaWeek 5 guide covers UK and Kamario Taylor's matchup with Bama
The Lexington Herald-Leader’s Week 5 college football guide for Kentucky fans highlights the Wildcats’ matchup against former Wildcats and Kamario Taylor’s game against Alabama. It previews the games for UK supporters.
Kentucky students from Appalachia to visit Washington, D.C. through Christian Appalachian Project program
Forty students in the Christian Appalachian Project’s Youth Enrichment Services program will visit Washington, D.C., Oct. 4–8. The trip will give young people from Appalachia a chance to see national landmarks and learn about government, including where laws affecting Kentucky are made, CAP communications director Tina Bryson said. Rockcastle County senior Jordan Weaver is looking forward to visiting veterans’ memorials, while Madison Central sophomore Arryuanna Rhodus said she hopes to share the
South Carolina projected to beat No. 24 Kentucky 34-30 in Saturday football matchupKentucky's 3 running backs top 100 yards in historic win
No. 24 Kentucky (3-1, 1-1 SEC) faces South Carolina (2-2, 0-2 SEC) Saturday in an SEC matchup. The preview gives Kentucky advantages at running back and defensive line
A UK fan guide to college football Week 5: Cats vs ex-Cats; Kamario Taylor vs Bama
Kentucky (3-1) visits South Carolina on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. EDT, seeking to end a four-game losing streak against the Gamecocks. Former Wildcats Tomiwa Durojaiye and Quay’sheed Scott now start for South Carolina. Other featured games include Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor facing No. 7 Alabama at noon, and former UK coach Jon Sumrall’s No. 8 Florida playing at No. 25 Missouri.
Kentucky women’s basketball player Asia Boone had put flying on hold. A coincidence allowed her to find it again
Kentucky senior guard Asia Boone completed her first solo flight Aug. 14, making three takeoffs and landings in a Cirrus SR20 as she works toward a private-pilot certification. She began flight training at Liberty University but put aviation on hold after transferring to Kentucky, which has no piloting program. A connection with former UK Athletics photographer and pilot Britney Howard helped Boone return to flying, which she says has strengthened her confidence alongside basketball.
Kentucky basketball players carry program, personal history with jersey numbers
Kentucky men’s basketball players explained the personal stories and program history behind their jersey numbers at Monday’s media day. Junior guard Trent Noah chose No. 9 after his preferred No. 2 was taken, linking the number to the Wildcats’ pursuit of a ninth national title. Other choices reflect childhood idols, family traditions, birthdays and past success, including Zyon Hawthorne’s nod to Russell Westbrook and Justin McBride’s family connection to No
No. 24 Kentucky football and South Carolina match up, with a game predictionHow No. 24 Kentucky and South Carolina match up
No. 24 Kentucky football is set to face South Carolina. The Lexington Herald-Leader compares the teams and offers a game prediction. The headline does not specify the venue or predicted winner.
UK fan guide to Week 5 college football covers ex-Cats and Kamario Taylor vs. BamaWeek 5 guide spotlights Cats, ex-Cats and Kamario Taylor
The Lexington Herald-Leader’s Week 5 guide for Kentucky football fans highlights the Wildcats’ matchup against a team featuring former Kentucky players and Kamario Taylor’s game against Alabama. It previews the week’s games and players of interest to UK fans.
Kentucky students from Appalachia to visit Washington, D.C. through Christian Appalachian Project program
Forty students in the Christian Appalachian Project’s Youth Enrichment Services program will visit Washington, D.C., Oct. 4–8. The trip will include visits to sites including veterans’ memorials and places where federal laws are made, giving students from Appalachia a firsthand look at the nation’s capital and government. CAP says students are expected to share what they learn with peers and their communities.
How No. 24 Kentucky football & South Carolina match up
No. 24 Kentucky (3-1, 1-1 SEC) visits South Carolina (2-2, 0-2) on Saturday. Kentucky’s running game is coming off a school-first performance in which three backs each rushed for at least 100 yards. The preview gives South Carolina advantages at quarterback, in the secondary and on special teams, while Kentucky has an edge on the defensive line; the linebacker matchup is even. It predicts a 34-30 South Carolina win.
Kentucky looks to end 4-game skid against South Carolina in Saturday's Week 5 matchupTwo ex-Cats will face Kentucky in South Carolina matchup
Kentucky (3-1) visits South Carolina on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. in Columbia, seeking to end a four-game losing streak against the Gamecocks. Former Wildcats Tomiwa Durojaiye and Quay’sheed Scott now start for South Carolina. Other marquee games include Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor facing Alabama at noon, Iowa hosting Ohio State and Miami visiting Clemson.
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