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        Covering Kentucky

        Lexington parks launches 10-year master plan with $8 million in funding

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        Trump's Situation Room meeting on Iran deal ends without final decision

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        Fayette County school board answers questions, clarifies budget plan in meeting

        Kayleigh Randle
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        National croquet championship comes to Morehead for the first time

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        Bobcat fever cases are on the rise in KY. Here's what cat owners need to know

        Annie Brown
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        David Wright
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        Covering Kentucky

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