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Kentucky's second medical cannabis cultivator approved to open in Madison Co.
A second cultivator has been approved for Kentucky’s blooming medical cannabis industry. Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday that Natural State GreenGrass CannaCo passed its final inspection and can begin operations at its facility in Madison...
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Western Kentucky at Delaware odds, picks and…
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Watertown Public Opinion - South Dakota
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The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (4-1, 2-0 Conference USA) and Delaware Blue Hens (3-1, 1-0) clash in a Conference USA battle Friday. Kickoff from Delaware Stadium in Newark, Delaware, is set for 7 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Let's analyze...
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Louisville braces for impact on food, services, travel during government shutdown
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The federal government is at a standstill, but here at home the effects aren’t fully visible -- at least not yet. The U.S. federal government shutdown began on Oct. 1, after Congress failed to pass a spending bill before...
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Budget shortfalls for meal programs could leave many Kentucky seniors hungry
Senior centers across the Bluegrass State are now facing a budgetary shortfall that has many cutting programs and reducing meal delivery services that employees say do more than just keep enrollees fed. During a recent Team Kentucky press...
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Camera and radar enforcement begins in some Kentucky work zones this month
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - After two years of speed enforcement conversations, mid-October is now the time when drivers need to keep a closer eye on their speedometer. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced that staff have placed the first...
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What Arches National Park visitors are experiencing during the government shutdown
On the first day of the government shutdown, a peppy old woman approached one of the only two workers at the visitors center in Arches National Park, asking the worker to direct her to Double Arch. “I am unauthorized to answer any questions...
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What Arches National Park visitors are experiencing during a government shutdown
On the first day of the government shutdown, a peppy old woman approached one of the only two workers at the visitors center in Arches National Park, asking the worker to direct her to Double Arch. Visitors of Arches National Park wander outside...
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Kentucky Court Rules That Louisville Violated Wedding Photographer’s First Amendment Rights
In a significant victory for free speech and religious freedom, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky held the Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government accountable on Tuesday for violating the First Amendment rights of a...
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Man freed years after 6-year-old’s killing that shook Kentucky town
Ronald Exantus, sentenced for the 2015 killing of 6-year-old Logan Tipton, has been released on parole after serving under seven years. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A man convicted in connection with a brutal 2015 stabbing that left a 6-year-old boy has been...
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Governor Beshear weighs in on U.S. Government shutdown
Kentucky is preparing to address the consequences of the U.S. government shutdown. Lawmakers are continuing their arguments over the nation's budget. One of the biggest points of contention is funding for healthcare programs. During his weekly...
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How to watch: Delaware hosts Western Kentucky in first CUSA home game
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The News Journal - Delaware
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Conference USA football comes to Delaware Stadium for the first time Oct. 3. Parents and Family Weekend guarantees a big crowd and Delaware’s bid to make a favorable first impression at home on national TV warrants attention. The game has been...
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Government shutdown coincides with SNAP benefit changes. What it means for Kentucky
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The Gleaner - Kentucky
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New SNAP benefits, including larger monthly payments, went into effect on October 1 due to cost-of-living adjustments. A government shutdown is not expected to cause immediate changes to SNAP benefits, as funding is paid out a month in advance. If...
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Good Question: Will government benefits be delayed by the shutdown?
KENTUCKY (WKYT) - The federal government shutdown entered its second day Wednesday, leaving thousands of federal workers facing potential furloughs and layoffs while raising questions about the continuity of government-funded assistance programs....
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Christian photographer wins case challenging law forcing her to work same-sex weddings
By Ryan Foley, Christian Post Reporter Thursday, October 02, 2025 Chelsey Nelson is a wedding photographer and blogger in Louisville, Kentucky. | Courtesy of Chelsey NelsonA federal court has sided with a Christian photographer challenging...
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A beginner's guide to government shutdowns
Here's everything you wanted to know about the current shutdown, even if you were too afraid to ask. INDIANAPOLIS — The U.S. federal government is currently in a shutdown because congress can't agree on how much money to spend moving forward. This...
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Medical cannabis could be available next month in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Medical marijuana became legal in Kentucky at the beginning of this year. As of now, 14,530 Medical Cannabis cards have been issues across the state. Patients are still waiting on the product to go on sale. The Executive...
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Beaver Dam mayor Sandefur elected Kentucky League of Cities president
Photo: The Kentucky League of Cities swore in new officers at its 2025 Conference & Expo in Owensboro on Thursday night. From left are KLC President and Beaver Dam Mayor Paul Sandefur; KLC First Vice President and Berea Mayor Bruce Fraley; and KLC...
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Kentucky Education Development Corporation awarded $900,000 federal grant
Note: Awarded prior to the government shutdown, this grant will boost education throughout Kentucky, including in the Sixth District. LEXINGTON, Ky.— U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY) announced a major, $900,360 federal grant to the Kentucky...
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Delaware hosts Western Kentucky in Friday CUSA matchup
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WDEL - Delaware
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Western Kentucky (4-1) at Delaware (3-1), Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. EDT. How to watch: CBS Sports Network Key stats Delaware Offense Overall: 418.8 yards per game (55th in FBS) Passing: 266.8 yards per game (36th) Rushing: 152 yards per game (77th)...
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2 Kentucky congressmen refuse to be paid during government shutdown
Only two members of Kentucky's Congressional delegation have publicly refused to accept a paycheck during the government shutdown. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Two Kentucky congressmen don't want to be paid while the government is shut down. The shutdown...
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