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John Calipari Suggests Separating from NCAA If One-and-Done Rule Doesn't Change [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:50:59 +0000

The NBA’s so-called “one-and-done” rule–a kid has to be 19 before he can play pro ball–has come under fire since its inception. It was set up to eliminate the growing phenomenon of a decade ago wherein high school seniors were jumping straight to the league. But that rule has discouraged kids from focusing on their [...]

Kentucky Office of Highway Safety's Click It or Ticket Campaign Gets Underway

Dave Spencer — Tue, 14 May 2013 19:00:41 +0000

I am proud to say that I have worn a seat belt every single moment I have been in a moving vehicle. I’m not sure what it would feel like to NOT have one on while driving or riding. I certainly hope you feel the same way. The Kentucky Office of Highway Safety has launched [...]

Western Kentucky Urban Legend Part II: The Goatman of Pope Lick

Dave Spencer — Sun, 12 May 2013 00:00:21 +0000

Suddenly, urban legends of western Kentucky are popping up all over the place. I just happened upon that feature about the Sheepsquatch on Sunday afternoon, and now the Goatman is rearing ITS literally ugly head.

Country, Pop, and Comedy Dominate the Kentucky State Fair Main Stage in 2013

Dave Spencer — Fri, 10 May 2013 05:16:43 +0000

You want country? You got it! You want pop? You got it! You want to laugh? No problem. The 2013 Kentucky State Fair has it all! The main stage at Freedom Hall is the place on August 15 for state fair openers Alan Jackson and Gary Allan at 8PM. Alan and Allan, combined, have sent [...]

7-Year-Old Leukemia Patient Accompanies UK's Nerlens Noel to the Kentucky Derby [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:00:25 +0000

It's fair to say that UK forward Nerlens Noel could have taken anyone to the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. As it turns out, his guest for the Run for the Roses was the most special guest of all at Churchill Downs that day.

My My Martina at the Derby [Video] [Photos]

Moon Mullins — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:00:38 +0000

So close (Louisville) and yet so far (Secured), Ms. Martina McBride sang the National Anthem at the Kentucky Derby Saturday. Here she is with a bottle of Moet and Chandon we could share. Well, she could have some. 1L, I’d take the other 5. This picture makes me want to sing “Pop a Top”. Don’t [...]

Kentucky Man High on Meth Arrested for Eating Carpet Lint

Mike Adams — Sat, 04 May 2013 05:44:15 +0000

Apparently, meth can make a person crave carpet lint.

Authorities in Louisville, Kentucky say that over the weekend they arrested 50-year-old Jeffery Wagner for partaking in a carpet lint buffet in the shoe department of the Burlington Coat Factory.

What's the Deal With Frogs in Green Bean Cans? [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:00:02 +0000

I was watching the local news on Sunday night and saw the story of a woman in South Bend, Indiana who discovered a small frog in a can of green beans she bought at Meijer.

Martina in Louisville Saturday

Moon Mullins — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:04:21 +0000

Just heard on WBKR’s Country Quickies that Martina McBride is in Louisville Saturday. Not only is she attending the Kentucky Derby, she will be performing the National Anthem prior to the race. Now, to the tune of “Dixie”, Oh, I wish I was in Louisville, Kentucky, Lord, I know I might get lucky. I will [...]

Three Kentucky Cities Are Among the Top 10 Small Towns in America

Dave Spencer — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 21:14:35 +0000

I’ve been to two of the three. Kentucky’s constitution was signed in one of them. One of the Bluegrass State’s college basketball powers is in another–in fact, it shares its name with its city. And there’s good bourbon to be found in the other. Danville, Murray, and Bardstown have all landed on a list of [...]

Louisville's Russ Smith Returning for Senior Season, Cardinals Are a Title Contender Once Again

Dave Spencer — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:36:13 +0000

Despite the fact that the NCAA Basketball Championship happened more than two weeks ago, rabid college hoops fans still have plenty over which to salivate here in the heart of spring. Like, for example, the looming April 28th NBA draft declaration deadline. At that point, those players who’ve declared either have to stay in the [...]

Top Basketball Prospect Wiggins Might Choose UK, But He's Already a Superstar…Way Too Early

Dave Spencer — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:42:38 +0000

The college basketball wonks of the world continue to froth at the mouth over where the Number One High School Basketball Prospect Andrew Wiggins will play college ball. Oh, was I not supposed to capitalize “number one high school basketball prospect?” Gee, I thought with all the insane hoop-la surrounding this kid, it was the [...]

Muhlenberg County Student Receives Award

Moon Mullins — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:13:53 +0000

Kassidy Cobb, a sixth grader at Muhlenberg County was awarded a check for $1000.00 from Kentucky Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes on Tuesday. Kassidy took first place place in Grimes’ office’s annual slogan contest. Her slogan was “Make a choice. Use your voice. VOTE!” . An online poll determined the outcome. [...]

With the Weight of the World on His Shoulders, Luke Hancock Powered Louisville Into the Title Game

Dave Spencer — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:15:06 +0000

He really hasn’t averaged much more than 8 points or so and 23 minutes per game all season. He’s recovered from health issues that Louisville head coach Rick Pitino believed would sideline him for the season. And he’s coping with the reality that his father is dying. Yet, Luke Hancock is a huge reason why [...]

Louisville's Kevin Ware Appears on The Late Show with David Letterman [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:38:09 +0000

When Kevin Ware saw that his broken tibia was sticking six inches out of his leg, he screamed and went into shock. Then he repeatedly implored his team to beat Duke. More than likely, his surprisingly acute presence of mind didn't include foreseeing an appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman BECAUSE of that leg.

Rick Pitino To Join Hall Of Fame

Jaclyn Graves — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:41:10 +0000

Love him or hate him, it's hard not to agree that Louisville's Rick Pitino is one of the best coaches in college basketball. His Cardinals are in the Final Four and look to be the favorites heading into this weekend's games.

Of course, all of you Kentucky Wildcat fans remember him from his National Championship days in Lexington.

It looks like coaching won't be his only duties while in Atlanta. Monday night, Pitino will be inducted along with the rest of the 2013 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

ESPN's Rece Gaines Discusses Leg Injury, Teammates, Coach Pitino with Louisville Guard Kevin Ware [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 23:00:57 +0000

After watching this interview, I don’t think it matters who you support or if you’re even a basketball fan at all. Louisville guard Kevin Ware, who suffered an awful leg break Sunday during the Duke game, is an outstanding young man and his teammates are equally so. ESPN’s Rece Gaines recently conducted an interview with [...]

UK Shaping Up to Be a 2014 Title Contender [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:00:50 +0000

With the news that Alex Poythress will join Kyle Wiltjer and Willie Cauley-Stein and return to the University of Kentucky for the 2013-2014 season, UK is looking more and more like a team that will be playing on the final weekend next April at Cowboys Stadium. Of course, Ryan Harrow won’t be coming back–opting to [...]

Fallen Soldier Returns Home [VIDEO] [PHOTOS]

Jaclyn Graves — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:50:23 +0000

US Army Sgt. Michael Cable's body returned home Thursday morning. The Philpot 26 year old was killed while serving in Afghanistan last week.

Community members joined together this morning to show their support for Sgt. Cable and his family by lining up along the route from the airport to the funeral home.

I will never forget watching the processional of official vehicles, Patriot Riders and other organizations leading Sgt. Cable's body and family and close friends down Frederica Street. Three veterans stood with us in front of the station and seeing their reaction was very emotional. We tend to take for granted the freedoms what we have and the men and women who protect those freedoms. Sgt. Michael Cable and all that serve our great nation can never be thanked enough for their service.

Louisville's Kevin Ware 'In Good Spirits' After Surgery Says Coach Rick Pitino [VIDEO]

Dave Spencer — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 23:30:50 +0000

University of Louisville guard Kevin Ware was rushed to the hospital following his horrible injury during Sunday evening’s game against Duke in Indianapolis. As it turns out, Ware has two breaks in his tibia. Head coach Rick Pitino stayed over in Indianapolis to be with Ware and to see him through his surgery, which went [...]