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        KY attorney general says Fayette County school board's tax increase was unlawful

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        Report: Middle class homebuyers still face limited options

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        Shocking shooting rattles quiet Jessamine County neighborhood

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        Lauren Minor
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        Washington Co. couple details moments in tornado that killed their cousin

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        David Kloiber enters U.S. Congressional race

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        Several crews respond to overnight house fire in Powell County

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        Lawrenceburg appoints new fire chief after department turmoil

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        Covering Kentucky

        Flood victim makes emotional return to her damaged Frankfort home

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