The Kentucky Department of Agriculture and Kentucky League of Cities launched Kentucky Proud Certified Cities to recognize communities that promote local farms, foods and agricultural projects. Winchester received the program’s first Gold certification, among six cities selected from 35 pilot applicants. City officials cited the farmers market, food-bank donations and a partnership with Clark County Extension as examples of local support. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no deadline.
Two people in Kentucky are charged with vandalizing a Flock camera in Lawrenceburg. The camera was allegedly damaged with a shotgun. Their case has been waived to an Anderson County grand jury.
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A new poll shows Democrat Zach Dembo leading Republican Ralph Alvarado by nine points in Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District race ahead of the 2026 midterms. The poll describes the lead as statistically significant.
Donor Eric Deters lashed out at Donald Trump after a report about an alleged “quid pro quo.” The headline does not specify the reported arrangement or what Deters said.
Nicholasville firefighters rescued two cats from a house fire Wednesday night in the Hickory Hill area of Jessamine County. The cats received oxygen and treatment for exposure, and the fire caused significant damage. The family escaped safely but was displaced.
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers found urban hospitals closed at a rate of 9.1% from 2010 to 2025, compared with 8.3% for rural hospitals. The JAMA study counted 432 closures and 216 openings, a net loss of more than 24,000 beds. Closures were more common among small, for-profit and safety-net hospitals and those serving high-poverty communities with limited transportation. New hospitals were mostly urban, making rural areas less likely to gain facilities.
Kentucky is 4-1, but its performance has varied sharply between halves in four recent games. The Wildcats rallied after halftime to beat South Carolina, South Alabama and Texas A&M, but surrendered a 17-13 halftime lead in a 32-17 loss to Alabama. The column argues Kentucky must sustain its level of play across all four quarters to compete consistently with top SEC teams.
Former University of Kentucky standout Randall Cobb was named the Wildcats’ representative in the 2026 SEC Football Legends class, the conference announced Thursday. Cobb played at Kentucky from 2008-10, setting an SEC single-season record with 2,396 all-purpose yards in 2010 and finishing with a school-record 37 touchdowns. He will be honored Dec. 4-5 in Atlanta, including before the SEC Championship Game.
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The University of Kentucky named senior Molly Bachman of Madisonville its 2026 Homecoming queen and senior Ali Kashif of Prospect its king on Oct. 7 at the Gatton Student Center. They were selected from a 10-member Homecoming Court during a showcase featuring performances and interviews. Bachman leads DanceBlue and Alumni Ambassadors, while Kashif is active in campus service and health organizations and plans to attend medical school.
Former Kentucky star Randall Cobb was named to the 2026 Southeastern Conference Football Legends class, the SEC announced Thursday. The Alcoa, Tennessee, native played for the Wildcats from 2008 to 2010, setting an SEC single-season record with 2,396 all-purpose yards and a Kentucky career record with 37 touchdowns. He later played 13 NFL seasons and earned a Pro Bowl selection in 2014. The 16-member class will be honored Dec. 4-5 in Atlanta, including at the SEC Championship Game.
Kentucky faces LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt on Saturday after he chose the Tigers over the Wildcats when he entered the transfer portal. Leavitt has thrown seven interceptions in LSU’s first five games, while Kentucky has recorded six interceptions and recovered four fumbles. Another loss could hurt LSU’s College Football Playoff hopes, and a poor performance could prompt coach Lane Kiffin to consider backups Landen Clark or Husan Longstreet.
Outgoing Haas driver Esteban Ocon says he deserves to remain in Formula One. The Lexington Herald-Leader reported his comments as he prepares to leave the team.
No. 4 Kentucky volleyball has turned Rocky, a decorated rock passed among players, into a symbol of its team values and focus. The Wildcats are 11-3 and unbeaten at home as they prepare to host LSU at 7 p.m. Friday and Ole Miss at 2 p.m. Sunday in Lexington. Players say the lighthearted tradition reflects how each teammate’s contributions can affect the whole team.
The High Five traffic safety initiative is launching in Georgetown and Scott County. The yearlong effort will involve local law enforcement and focus on one message: buckle up.
A report says golfer Adrian Meronk is not interested in competing in LIV 2.0. The available text does not specify his reasons or provide further details.
Candidates in the Jefferson County Public Schools board races for Districts 1 and 4 answered questions in a video feature from the Lexington Herald-Leader.
The University of Kentucky’s Homecoming Court took the stage at the annual showcase. Candidates presented talents, answered questions and tested their UK knowledge. The event ended with the crowning of the 2026 Homecoming king and queen.