Essence Fest includes HBCU marching band, platform with Eva Marcille

The Grambling State "World Famed" Tiger Marching Band is part of an HBCU-focused experience at Essence Fest 2026.

All Area Girls Wrestler of the Year: Perry High's Waren brings rising Lady Maroons program first individual state title

AJ Waren gave the Perry Wrestling Club a try in seventh grade, and by eighth grade she was considering a full-time switch from basketball to wrestling. The Lady Maroons wrestling program began when ...

Ride it out: How cycling helps kids focus

Reasons to be Cheerful reports that cycling improves focus in kids, especially those with ADHD, as seen in Spooner Middle ...
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Report finds opioid settlement funds unspent in Lexington, but city leaders say plans are coming together

Fayette County has yet to spend any of the more-than-$8 million in opioid abatement funds they've received. But Lexington officials say they're still assessing how best to spend the dollars.
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Mental health curriculum added to Paris Elementary

BOURBON COUNTY, Ky. — During the 2025-2026 school year, mental health curriculum was added to Paris Elementary. After a successful first year with the program, school officials say they will continue ...

‘A piece of grass that isn't too bumpy:' Lower income kids scramble for a place to play soccer

Despite a rise in soccer fields across the Greater Philadelphia area, many kids still lack access. See how rising costs can ...