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        McConnell and Paul feud over hemp regulations threatening Kentucky industry

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        Covering Kentucky

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        Covering Kentucky

        Equine therapy non-profit hosting holiday photoshoot fundraiser

        Annie Brown
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        Covering Kentucky

        'Joy Trees' bringing holiday cheer to central Kentucky children

        Caleb Barnes
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        Daily Forecast

        Above-average temperatures to end the workweek

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        Crime

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        Covering Kentucky

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