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Today in History: November 7

Today in History: November 7, first woman elected to Congress, elected to Congress
Smoke from the tower is seen following plane crash site on Tuesday in Louisville. (AP Photo)

Officials scour charred site of plane crash for victims and answers

The inferno consumed the enormous plane and spread to nearby businesses, killing at least 12 people, including a child, and leaving little hope of finding survivors in the charred site of the crash at UPS Worldport, the company’s global aviation hub.

'Service to Salute' football game set for Saturday at EKU

On Saturday, Nov. 8, maroon meets camo at the Eastern Kentucky University Service to Salute Football Game, blending school spirit with a mission to serve veterans. EKU will honor military service …
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News
Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday his administration has reallocated $9.1 million to the Aging and Independent Living appropriation for the Senior Meals program.
JERUSALEM (AP) — President  Donald Trump  told Israeli lawmakers on Monday that their country had no more to achieve on the battlefield and must work toward peace in the Middle East …
The Seattle company will pay $1 billion in civil penalties — the largest fine in FTC history, and $1.5 billion will be paid to consumers who were unintentionally enrolled in Prime, or were deterred from canceling their subscriptions, the agency said Thursday.
Obituaries
Jacqueline Combs Lake
Jacqueline Combs Lake, affectionately known as Jackie to her friends and family, passed away on October 28, 2025
Janice Hamilton
Janice Stephenson Hamilton, fondly known as Jan among her loved ones, passed away peacefully on Sept. 23, 2025, in her hometown of Berea.
Brenda Blanton
Brenda Blanton age 78, passed away suddenly on October 16, 2025 while visiting family in Tennessee.
Don McKinney
Don McKinney age 71, husband of Debbie Campbell McKinney, past away Oct. 15, ,2025 at his home in Palm Coast Florida.
Robin Anne Neff
Robin Anne Neff, 71, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 202,5, at the Baptist Health Hospice Lexington after a long illness.
Sports

Cats rely on defense early, offense late in rout of Nicholls in opener

Kentucky coach Mark Pope watched as his ninth-ranked team struggled to get into an offensive rhythm in the first half of a 77-51 win over Nicholls in the season opener for both teams on Tuesday night.

Moreno has solid sounding board to rely on this season

Malachi Moreno doesn’t have to look far for a sounding board when he needs advice as he embarks on his first season at Kentucky.

UK guard Lowe 'doing great' in shoulder injury recovery

Kentucky coach Mark Pope provided an update on Lowe's progress on Monday during a tipoff event in Louisville.

Big Blue Madness brings the hype

The annual event officially tipped off the Kentucky basketball season and ushered in the second year of the Mark Pope era and the 50th anniversary of Rupp Arena.
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Opinion
Maybe you heard about the three little old men who decided they’d go together to the doctor to have their mental capacity tested.
Moving at a fast pace has its advantages, but also some disadvantages, such as missing out on some precious moments.
You might have heard about the city fellow who bought land in the country and decided to become a chicken farmer.
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