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Kentucky farmer adapts harvest, protects crops during extreme heat
8+ hour, 53+ min ago (1115+ words) The recent heat dome affected some specialty farmers who produce crops like fruits and vegetables. Intense heat is the result of a human-driven climate change pattern of weather extremes that may lead to loss of crops for farmers and forces…...
Richmond's Nate Smith built his career on the road. Now he's programming the Newport Jazz Festival.
36+ min ago (832+ words) Among the recent accomplishments of Richmonder Nate Smith " in addition to netting a pair of Grammy Awards " is his appointment as artistic director of the Newport Jazz Festival, an event in Rhode Island that since 1954 has served as an annual…...
Having fun and making new friends at Wax Moon Records and Eclipse Arcade in Richmond
12+ hour, 50+ min ago (227+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " Andrew Griimoiire is expanding his footprint in Richmond's Scott's Addition neighborhood with two new locations: a larger Wax Moon Records and a brand new Eclipse Arcade. The new Wax Moon Records is at 3007 W. Clay St. Similar to the…...
Virginia Early Childhood Foundation Taps Susanne Bell as President
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (324+ words) In her new leadership role at VECF, Bell will be responsible for building a strategic and sustained focus on the healthy development and school readiness of the Commonwealth's youngest learners, supporting opportunities for all families with young children to thrive....
Hiring underway for 2026 Kentucky State Fair
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (119+ words) Still sticky with scattered storms for some. . Thousands come out for the 2025 Kentucky State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. (WDRB image) LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) " Hiring is underway for this year's Kentucky State Fair. Positions include gate attendants, set-up crew, maintenance, guest…...
A new Kentucky AI data center will power Anthropic as part of a 20-year deal
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (265+ words) Kentucky is set to become home to a massive new artificial intelligence data center that will power Anthropic's AI models under a deal expected to generate nearly $20 billion in revenue. Tera Wulf, a Bitcoin mining company turned AI data center…...
Virginia's 'Styrofoam' ban reaches every food outlet, from trucks to caterers, on July 1
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (410+ words) As of July 1, consumers in Virginia may notice changes in their takeout orders following expanded regulations that now prohibit most food-serving businesses from using polystyrene containers. According to a report from The Richmonder, Virginia is broadening enforcement of its ban…...
Former Kentucky Guard Kerr Kriisa Arrested by FBI in Alleged Multimillion-Dollar Fraud Case
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (411+ words) Former University of Kentucky guard Kerr Kriisa was arrested by FBI agents in Lexington and is expected to be extradited to West Virginia in connection with a reported fraud case. The Fayette County Detention Center confirmed that Kriisa was being…...
Updates: At least 4 dead following widespread flooding in Kentucky
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1741+ words) The Louisville metro area is facing flash flooding risks as multiple rounds of storms move through the area June 27, according to the National Weather Service in Louisville. Forecasters predict several rounds of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, including scattered storms throughout…...
Kentucky's Scenic Waterfall Loop Leads to 6 Incredible Waterfalls - AOL
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (426+ words) This road trip requires approximately five hours of drive time. We recommend breaking this journey up into several days so you can take your time at each spot, especially at the destinations where a hike is required to view the…...