Diane Crump, the first woman to compete in the Kentucky Derby, has passed away at 77.
Diane Crump, Trailblazing Jockey, Passes Away at 77 WASHINGTON — Diane Crump, who made history as the first female professional horse racing jockey in 1969, and the first woman to compete in the Kentucky Derby just a year later, has died at 77. Her daughter, Della Payne, shared that Crump passed away Thursday night in […]
Diane Crump, the first woman to ride in the Kentucky Derby, passes away at 77
Diane Crump Passes at 77 Diane Crump, who made history as the first female jockey to compete in the Kentucky Derby, has died at the age of 77. Her daughter Della Payne shared that Crump, diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor in October, passed away on Thursday night while in hospice care in Winchester, Virginia. […]
A modest Kentucky couple relies solely on Social Security. Is it possible to retire comfortably with just benefit payments?
Living on Social Security: A Real Challenge for Retirees For many Americans, relying solely on Social Security benefits during retirement can be a source of continual worry. Yet, some retirees manage to make it work through a blend of strict discipline and carefully thought-out lifestyle choices. In 2025, the experiences of two retirees will likely […]
8 Items Named in Honor of a Kentucky Senator
As Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) prepares to retire after over four decades in the Senate, at least eight public buildings, programs, and spaces in Kentucky are named in his honor. Representative Andy Barr (R-Ky.) and former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron (R-Ky.), both vying for McConnell’s seat, consider him a mentor. They will compete against […]
31 cars derailed from a freight train in Kentucky, leading to a sulfur leak and resulting actions.
Freight Train Derailment in Kentucky Early Thursday morning, over 30 freight trains derailed in Kentucky, with at least one leaking hazardous chemicals, authorities have reported. The incident took place around 7 a.m. local time in Todd County, prompting a half-mile shelter-in-place order that was later lifted by 11 a.m. Aerial images captured the chaotic scene, […]
Kentucky County Hurt by Joe Biden as Electric Vehicle Scheme Fails
Turmoil in Hardin County, Kentucky: The Fallout from Biden’s EV Initiative Hardin County, Kentucky, is currently facing a significant upheaval due to former President Joe Biden’s electric vehicle (EV) initiative. On Monday, Ford announced plans to shift its battery manufacturing plant in Glendale, Kentucky, which was originally intended for electric vehicles. Instead, the facility will […]
DoorDash Driver in Indiana Uses Pepper Spray on Food Delivery, Taken into Custody in Kentucky
Incident Involving DoorDash Driver Arrested for Alleged Pepper Spray Attack A DoorDash driver with purple hair has been arrested in southern Indiana after a delivery incident was captured on doorbell video. The situation came to light following a late-night order from Arby’s, where a customer reportedly choked and vomited soon after eating their food. Courtney […]
Man released early in Kentucky child murder case taken into custody again
A man from Kentucky, convicted of killing a 6-year-old boy during a home invasion back in 2015, has recently been released early due to good behavior. This early release, however, was short-lived, as he was arrested again just weeks later for violating his parole. Ronald Exantus, who is 42 and from Indianapolis, was let out […]
Kentucky Democrat gains attention for expressing guilt over her whiteness
Kentucky Democrat Expresses Guilt Over Race During Diversity Discussion A Kentucky Democrat has sparked conversation this week by expressing feelings of guilt regarding her race while defending diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in public schools. During a meeting of the Kentucky Legislature’s Interim Joint Committee on Education, state Rep. Sarah Stoker candidly admitted, “I […]
Former Kentucky sheriff confesses to shooting a judge and intends to use an insanity defense: report
Former Sheriff Admits to Fatally Shooting Judge in Courthouse A previous sheriff from Kentucky, implicated in the fatal shooting of a sitting judge within a courthouse, has confessed to pulling the trigger. Court documents recently filed indicate that the defense is focusing on insanity claims as the trial approaches. Sean “Mickey” Stines, who stepped down […]