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Shelbyville rider Whitley Walls named to U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup team
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Shelbyville native Whitley Walls, an 18-year-old four-time Reserve World Champion, will compete for the United States at the 2026 Saddle Seat World Cup in Shelbyville, Kentucky, from June 29 to July 2. Her selection adds local significance to an…
Paducah tourism sets $326.7 million record in 2025
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Paducah’s tourism economy generated $326.7 million in visitor spending in 2025, a record that also supported 2,435 local jobs and more than $72 million in labor income.
Lowell Folk Festival adds global traditional artists for July 24-26 return
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The Lowell Folk Festival has added more performers to its 39th edition, set for July 24-26 in downtown Lowell, Massachusetts.
Hailey Newman’s 'Enjoy The View' tops 500,000 social reels
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Independent country artist Hailey Newman says her song “Enjoy The View” has been used in more than 500,000 reels across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok as of June 8, 2026. The milestone underscores how a regional artist from Eastern Kentucky is…
Spalding University athletic trainer Kaitlin Niemiec highlights mentorship and athlete care
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Kaitlin Niemiec, head athletic trainer at Spalding University in Louisville, is being recognized for combining student-athlete care with teaching, mentorship and leadership development.
Jay Bowman unveils 0/100 Rate tax plan
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Jay Bowman on June 11, 2026 proposed a sweeping rewrite of the federal tax code that would exempt the first $100,000 of income or business net profit and set a 20% rate above that level.
Prova Spirits wins three medals and opens national bottle shop
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Prova Spirits, a Louisville nano distillery, earned three medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, including Double Gold for Amaro Castello, while launching a national direct-to-consumer bottle shop.
CAIN sets 25-city Fall 2026 worship tour with special guests
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CAIN will launch a 25-city Live and In Worship tour Sept. 17 in Grove City, Ohio, with special guests including Jenn Johnson, Jon Reddick and bodie.
Chopin Vodka lands Belmont Stakes sponsorship and U.S. 375ml debut
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Chopin Vodka will serve as the official vodka of the 158th Belmont Stakes on June 6 at Saratoga Race Course, pairing the race sponsorship with the U.S. debut of its Chopin Potato 375ml bottle.
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