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Public safety 1 outlet · WKYT

Nicholasville police asks drivers to avoid area of ‘severe collision’

All lanes are open after a severe collision at US 27 and Edgewood Drive in Nicholasville, according to the Nicholasville Police Department. Officers responded to the crash, and police advised drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.

Public safety 1 outlet · WKYT

Nicholasville police asks drivers to avoid area of ‘severe collision’

Nicholasville police responded to a severe collision at US 27 and Edgewood Drive in Nicholasville, Kentucky, and asked drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes. All lanes have since reopened, according to the department.

General 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

King of Kentucky bourbon returns in limited release, drawn from 99 barrels aged 14 yearsKing of Kentucky sets $399.99 suggested retail price

Brown-Forman’s annual King of Kentucky bourbon release is made from 99 barrels aged 14 years at its distillery, with 51 barrels from Warehouse I and 48 from Warehouse L. The whiskey ranges from 125 to 135 proof. Bottles are hand-filled and numbered, with a suggested retail price of $399.99; limited quantities will be available in select markets nationwide.

General 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

King of Kentucky’s annual release this year: 99 barrels of 14-year-old bourbon

Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky annual bourbon release draws from 99 barrels aged 14 years at its distillery: 51 matured on the third floor of Warehouse I and 48 on the first floor of Warehouse L. The whiskey ranges from 125 to 135 proof. Bottles will be available in limited quantities in select U.S. markets, with a suggested retail price of $399.99.

Government 1 outlet · WUKY

Poll shows struggling Kentucky voters losing enthusiasm for GOP

A KFF-AP poll of more than 2,000 rural voters nationwide found 74% of rural Republicans are certain to vote in November, compared with 80% of rural Democrats. In Kentucky’s Appalachian region, Hazard resident Stacie Fugate said rising prices are pushing some Trump supporters to reconsider their support. While 40% of rural voters trust Republicans more on living costs, 54% disapprove of Trump’s handling of health care. Kentucky voters will also choose a successor to Sen. Mitch McConnell.

Government 1 outlet · WUKY

Poll shows struggling Kentucky voters losing enthusiasm for GOP

A KFF-AP poll of more than 2,000 rural voters found 74% of rural Republicans are absolutely certain to vote in November, compared with 80% of Democrats. Hazard resident Stacie Fugate said rising prices are prompting some Trump supporters to say they can no longer support him. The survey found 54% disapprove of Trump’s handling of health care, though Republicans retain a slight edge in trust on health costs. Kentucky voters will also choose a successor to Sen. Mitch McConnell.

General 1 outlet · The Kentucky Kernel

‘Gilmore Girls’ fans find a piece of Stars Hollow in Versailles

Versailles, Kentucky, turned its downtown into “Gilmore Girls”’ Stars Hollow for a Sept. 25-27 festival, with local shops adopting names and themes from the show. The Amsden became Luke’s Diner, drawing lines of up to three hours, while other businesses offered themed food and merchandise. Actors John Cabrera and Todd Lowe, who played members of Hep Alien, joined fans for meet-and-greets, trivia and music.

General 1 outlet · The Kentucky Kernel

‘Gilmore Girls’ fans find a piece of Stars Hollow in Versailles

Versailles, Kentucky, transformed its downtown into “Gilmore Girls”’ fictional Stars Hollow for a fan festival Sept. 25-27. Local businesses became Luke’s Diner, Doose’s Market and Sookie’s Kitchen, offering themed food and merchandise. Fans attended live music, a Stars Hollow dance marathon and events with John Cabrera and Todd Lowe, who played Hep Alien members Brian and Zack. Visitors said the festival recreated the show’s small-town atmosphere and offered time to celebrate with family.

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