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Floods · Frankfort

Kentucky distillery bounces back from massive flood that briefly halted bourbon production

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — The long history of bourbon production at Buffalo Trace Distillery has been connected to the Kentucky River — summed up as a blessing and curse by a plaque on the grounds. In the 1800s, long before the Buffalo Trace name was attached to the distillery, the river served as a floating highway to bring in grain and other production essentials and to transport barrels of whiskey to markets along the Ohio and Mississippi rivers.…See the Story

Donald Trump · Frankfort

Trump Threat of Mass Firings During Shutdown Worries Federal Workers

42% Center coverage: 7 sources

Meanwhile, national parks and forests across the Northland remain open, but with limited services and staff.See the Story

Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort

Buffalo Trace Celebrates Major Milestone, Fills 9 Millionth Bourbon Barrel Since Prohibition

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The commemorative barrel is headed to Warehouse V, where it will age alone 6 six to 10 years.See the Story

He Lost His First Bourbon Empire, Then Built Another. The Story of E.H. Taylor Jr.

Old Taylor 1913 in the BAXUS vault Every so often, a bottle comes along that feels less like whiskey and more like a piece of living history. This 1913 Old Taylor quart, filled under Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr. and his son Jacob, is exactly that, a pre-Prohibition Bottled-in-Bond release that connects us directly to the man who helped shape modern bourbon. Looking at it today, you’re not just seeing a bottle of whiskey, you’re holding a cha…Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

Gov. Beshear says state will find a way to help those affected by government shutdown

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Gov. Andy Beshear said most programs in Kentucky, including SNAP and WIC benefits, have not been affected by the government shutdown.Government Shutdown · Frankfort Read Article

One Gambling Losses Tax Deduction Bill Falters, Another Moves Forward

One bill designed to restore the gambling losses tax deduction to 100% is languishing in committee and has, for all intents and purposes, politically flat-lined. The giant tax and spending bill signed into law by President Donald Trump in July caps gambling loss deductions to 90% of winnings (from 100%)–a provision set to go into effect next year. Industry leaders have warned this rate change could hit horse racing hard through reduced revenues …Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

Former student Kentucky Board of Education member honored with NASBE Distinguished Student Service Award

The National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE) will present the Distinguished Student Service Award to Preston Graham, a former non-voting student member of the Kentucky Board of Education (KBE). NASBE created this award in 2023 to recognize the dedication and education policy impact of student representatives on state boards of education.Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

KDE’s School Counselor Advisory Council realigns to prioritize gathering feedback

The Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) School Counselors Advisory Council is realigning its priorities to gather more feedback from council members. During their meeting on Sept. 25, KDE leaders talked about wanting council meetings to focus more on gathering feedback from council members rather than listening to presentations from KDE staff.Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

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Kentucky distillery bounces back from massive flood that briefly halted bourbon production

Trump Threat of Mass Firings During Shutdown Worries Federal Workers

Buffalo Trace Celebrates Major Milestone, Fills 9 Millionth Bourbon Barrel Since Prohibition

He Lost His First Bourbon Empire, Then Built Another. The Story of E.H. Taylor Jr.

Gov. Beshear says state will find a way to help those affected by government shutdown

One Gambling Losses Tax Deduction Bill Falters, Another Moves Forward

Former student Kentucky Board of Education member honored with NASBE Distinguished Student Service Award

KDE’s School Counselor Advisory Council realigns to prioritize gathering feedback

Fallen Firefighters to be Honored in Frankfort - Mountain Top Media

Trump Threat of Mass Firings During Shutdown Worries Federal Workers

Elder care taking high-tech turn in Frankfort

Hearing scheduled for Wood Duck Solar in Frankfort

Caldwell, Livingston, Lyon and Trigg Counties Drug Court attains certification

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He Lost His First Bourbon Empire, Then Built Another. The Story of E.H. Taylor Jr.

Gov. Beshear says state will find a way to help those affected by government shutdown

One Gambling Losses Tax Deduction Bill Falters, Another Moves Forward

Former student Kentucky Board of Education member honored with NASBE Distinguished Student Service Award

KDE’s School Counselor Advisory Council realigns to prioritize gathering feedback

Fallen Firefighters to be Honored in Frankfort - Mountain Top Media

Trump Threat of Mass Firings During Shutdown Worries Federal Workers

Elder care taking high-tech turn in Frankfort

Hearing scheduled for Wood Duck Solar in Frankfort

Caldwell, Livingston, Lyon and Trigg Counties Drug Court attains certification