News Tipoffs - Kentucky Editors
'College GameDay' returns to the Beehive State for No. 10 Utah's Big 12 showdown with No. 14 Houston
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Oct. 22 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release:
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'College GameDay' returns to the Beehive State for No. 10 Utah's Big 12 showdown with No. 14 Houston
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ESPN's College GameDay Built by The Home Depot travels to Utah for the second consecutive week, this time setting up live in Salt Lake City from the University of Utah's President's Circle ahead of the Utes' marquee Big 12 clash with Houston. The show airs Saturday, O
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20 years of advancing cancer care in Kentucky -- together
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Oct. 22 -- The University of Kentucky posted the following news:
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20 years of advancing cancer care in Kentucky -- together
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When someone is diagnosed with cancer, getting the right care should not be dependent on where they live.
In 2006, the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network (MCCAN) was developed with this idea in mind. Beginning with three community hospitals -- Harrison Memorial Hospital, Rockcastle Regional Hospital and St. Claire
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DCCC Statement on Zach Dembo's Debate Victory Over Ralph Alvarado in KY-06
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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DCCC Statement on Zach Dembo's Debate Victory Over Ralph Alvarado in KY-06
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DCCC Spokesperson Eli Cousin issued the following statement after ninth generation Kentuckian, Navy veteran, and former federal prosecutor Zach Dembo won tonight's Fox56 debate against career politician Ralph Alvarado:
"Tonight's debate showed exactly why Zach Dembo is surging in this race. Dembo isn't a
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Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Issues October 2026 Beige Book
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis issued the following October 2026 Beige Book:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Eighth District has modestly increased since our previous report. Employment was unchanged, and wage growth remained moderate. Reports of price increases were broad based, indicating strong upward price pressure. Many businesses expressed rising concerns about health-care costs. Consumer spending was mixed, while banking conditi
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Former Union Leader: "Working class needs allies like Kaptur"
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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Former Union Leader: "Working class needs allies like Kaptur"
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COLUMBUS, OH - As Washington Republicans slash taxes for billionaires and corporate special interests while Ohio families foot the bill, Ohioans are praising Rep. Marcy Kaptur for making "the needs of working people her top priority." Today, the former president of United Steelworkers Local 1-346 published a letter to the editor in the Toledo B
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From Devastation to Chaos: Tracking the Impact of Trade Policy Across All 50 States
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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From Devastation to Chaos: Tracking the Impact of Trade Policy Across All 50 States
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WASHINGTON -- Today, Public Citizen released a new set of fact sheets that track the toll of the NAFTA-WTO era and today's chaotic trade policies on the workers, farmers, local communities in all 50 states in the U.S., covering lost manufacturing jobs and farms, shuttered factories, battered union membership
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Guest editor appointment highlights Kentucky State's research leadership
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Oct. 22 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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Guest editor appointment highlights Kentucky State's research leadership
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Dr. Frederick N. Bebe will guide special issue on agricultural pesticides and their environmental impacts
A Kentucky State University researcher will help shape scientific discussion of agricultural pesticides, environmental quality, and human health as guest editor of a special issue of Applied Sciences. Dr. Frederick N. Bebe,
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Higher Education Leaders Announce Commitments to Drive Student Success
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 [Category: Education] -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release:
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Higher Education Leaders Announce Commitments to Drive Student Success
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Higher education leaders today announced a group of colleges and universities committed to taking action to help students achieve their full potential before and after graduation.
The National Student Success Project addresses practical concerns from students and families about the value of a college
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Kentucky State Cooperative Extension strengthens statewide reach with new Bowling Green office
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Oct. 21 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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Kentucky State Cooperative Extension strengthens statewide reach with new Bowling Green office
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West Regional Office location provides an anchor for programs, partnerships, and service throughout western Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Farmers, families, young people, and community organizations across western Kentucky now have a more visible connection to Kentucky State University Cooperative Extension t
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Markey study reveals how melanoma outmaneuvers drugs and immune defenses
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Oct. 22 -- The University of Kentucky posted the following news:
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Markey study reveals how melanoma outmaneuvers drugs and immune defenses
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Melanoma is one of the most difficult cancers to treat due to its resistance to targeted drug therapies. But a new study from the University of Markey Cancer Center shows that the cancer is playing offense as well as defense: In addition to forming resistance against the MAPK inhibitors that are commonly used to treat it, the c
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Recreation therapy helps veterans rebuild life after injury
ERLANGER, Kentucky, Oct. 22 [Category: National Defense] -- Disabled American Veterans issued the following news:
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Recreation therapy helps veterans rebuild life after injury
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When he was in the Army, Justin Hall sometimes tripped and fell.
He brushed it off as clumsiness.
Then his left leg started going numb and his back began hurting. Doctors, including a neurologist, attributed the symptoms to an old rib injury.
He left the Army in 2010 without any further explanation.
He develo
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S.D. A.G. Jackley Commends Fellow Attorneys General For Support of South Dakota's Appeal in Mayday Case
PIERRE, South Dakota, Oct. 23 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jackley Commends Fellow Attorneys General For Support of South Dakota's Appeal in Mayday Case
Oct 22, 2026
PIERRE, S.D. - Attorney General Marty Jackley commends the Attorneys General of 18 states who have filed an amicus brief that supports South Dakota in its appeal of a lower federal court ruling that temporarily prohibits the state from enforcing a new la
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School of Public Health releases 2026 Healthy Georgia Report
AUGUSTA, Georgia, Oct. 22 -- Augusta University posted the following news release:
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School of Public Health releases 2026 Healthy Georgia Report
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The Institute of Public and Preventive Health in Augusta University's School of Public Health has published the fifth edition of "Healthy Georgia: Our State of Public Health," providing an up-to-date glance at how the Peach State is faring on 31 different health topics.
The topics are categorized in the 61-page report by chronic conditions,
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Serving Those Who Served
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 22 [Category: Energy] -- The Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association posted the following news:
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Serving Those Who Served
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For ten years, Tennessee electric cooperatives have dedicated the third Thursday in October to serving others. This year, Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation chose to spend its time serving those who served.
"As an electric cooperative, serving our communities is at the heart of what we do, and this was a special opportun
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Students Make Career Connections with Leading Employers During HPU in the City Program
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Oct. 22 -- High Point University posted the following news release:
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Students Make Career Connections with Leading Employers During HPU in the City Program
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High Point University(r) students spent their fall break making career connections in New York City, Chicago, Dallas and Atlanta as part of the "HPU in the City" program. Students who toured the studios of ABC News and "Good Morning America" were pictured with GMA anchors Robin Roberts, Lara Spencer and
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The Work Behind the Welcome
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Oct. 22 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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The Work Behind the Welcome
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After Homecoming celebrations and Fall Break, our campus has returned to its daily rhythm. Before we move too far beyond Homecoming 2026, I want to offer my sincere thanks to everyone who brought it to life.
The joy of Homecoming can make the week-long celebration appear effortless. Alumni reconnect, students celebrate, families gather, and friends throughout Frankfort jo
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Trump Administration Announces Major Investment in American Fertilizer Manufacturing to Strengthen National Security and Support Farmers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release:
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Trump Administration Announces Major Investment in American Fertilizer Manufacturing to Strengthen National Security and Support Farmers
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(Washington, D.C., October 22, 2026) - Today, Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, announced the selection of eight fertilizer manufacturing projects to receive funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Fer
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UMass Amherst Among 50 Colleges and Universities to Launch National Student Success Project
AMHERST, Massachusetts, Oct. 22 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news:
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UMass Amherst Among 50 Colleges and Universities to Launch National Student Success Project
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UMass Amherst Chancellor Javier A. Reyes joined education leaders in Washington, D.C. today to launch the National Student Success Project, which addresses practical concerns from students and families about the value of a college degree.
UMass Amherst is one of 50 colleges and universities involved
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Utah Settlement Cancels $16,758,262 in Snap Finance Lease Payments
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 23 -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown issued the following news:
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Utah settlement cancels $16,758,262 in Snap Finance lease payments
Utah Attorney General Derek Brown and the Utah Department of Commerce's Division of Consumer Protection join 16 other states in a $665 million settlement with Snap Finance
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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Utah and 16 other states joined the $665 million multistate settlement with Snap Finance. The settlement cancels $16,758,262 in l
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Vintage exhibit by Kentucky State alumna brings everyday memories back to life
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Oct. 22 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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Vintage exhibit by Kentucky State alumna brings everyday memories back to life
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Dishayna Perkins' "Back in the Day" collection visits libraries in Harrodsburg and Lexington
From Cabbage Patch Kids to cassette tapes, Dishayna Perkins' traveling exhibit is giving library visitors a chance to revisit the objects that shaped childhood and everyday life.
Perkins, a 2022 Kentucky State University graduate
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White House: Trump-Vance Administration Leads Nationwide Coalition in Fighting War on Fraud
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The White House issued the following news:
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Trump-Vance Administration Leads Nationwide Coalition in Fighting War on Fraud
October 16, 2026
President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance are aggressively shutting down the waste, fraud, and abuse that has drained billions from American taxpayers. As head of the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, Vice President Vance this week called on officials at every level of government to join him in a pledge to
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WKU Gordon Ford College of Business Beta Alpha Psi Chapter Earns Chapter Recognition
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Oct. 22 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news:
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WKU Gordon Ford College of Business Beta Alpha Psi Chapter Earns Chapter Recognition
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BOWLING GREEN, Ky. -- The Eta Omicron chapter of Beta Alpha Psi at Western Kentucky University's Gordon Ford College of Business has earned international recognition as a Silver Chapter for the 2025-2026 academic year. This award highlights the Chapter's commitment, highlighting its commitment to academic excel
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