Nic Smith: Georgia native, Kentucky football player dies at 20
The University of Kentucky athletic department confirmed defensive lineman Nic “Happy” Smith, who grew up in Loganville, died on Monday.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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Nic 'Happy' Smith, a Kentucky Football Defensive Lineman, Dies
Nic 'Happy' Smith, a Kentucky Football Defensive Lineman, Dies the school announced on Monday evening
Jun 8, 2026Open source
![Renegade's the favorite at 5:1, So Happy at 6:1, and Further Ado at 7:1. Subby's betting on the horse with the shortest jockey. Grab your silly hat and mint julep, it's time for the 152nd Kentucky Derby, Live on NBC at 6:57 PM ET [Live]](https://usrimg-full.fark.net/t/tF/fark_tFOZ1lSUbUHgcjMwNSoDG90Mgec.jpg?AWSAccessKeyId=JO3ELGV4BGLFW7Y3EZXN&Expires=1777867200&Signature=S8YqkLy19H38P%2B9uVanHaVkbLYw%3D)
Renegade's the favorite at 5:1, So Happy at 6:1, and Further Ado at 7:1. Subby's betting on the horse with...
Renegade's the favorite at 5:1, So Happy at 6:1, and Further Ado at 7:1. Subby's betting on the horse with the shortest jockey. Grab your silly hat and mint...
May 2, 2026Open source
Long shot So Happy runs to the Kentucky Derby amid heartbreak and hope and a chance at history
Mark Glatt’s horse So Happy marks his first Kentucky Derby contender in over 30 years, a career‑defining moment arriving amid profound personal loss.
May 1, 2026Open source
Long shot So Happy runs to the Kentucky Derby amid heartbreak and hope and a chance at history
Mark Glatt’s horse So Happy marks his first Kentucky Derby contender in over 30 years, a career‑defining moment arriving amid profound personal loss.
May 1, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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Vicco man accused of murdering teen in ATV accident pleads guilty to felony child sex crime
A 26-year-old man accused of murdering a 16-year-old girl in a Perry County ATV accident has pleaded guilty to transporting a minor with the intent to engage...
May 10, 2026Open source
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Gov. Beshear extends 10-cent gas tax cut for 33 Kentucky communities
Louisville is among the 33 communities who will continue to receive a tax cut at the pump.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
America 250: How Cincinnati played a role in the Underground Railroad, path to freedom
Ohio played a pivotal role in the American abolitionist movement as a free state that bordered slave states like Kentucky and Virginia.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Family fights to continue daughter's care after mold forces them from NKY home
A Texas family relocated to Walton, Kentucky, in 2022 so their daughter with rare health complications could get the treatment she needs and can only get at...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Could this be the year a Democrat wins the Central Kentucky’s congressional seat?
Could this be the year a Democrat wins the Central Kentucky’s congressional seat?
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky State University announces expected drop in undergraduate enrollment
KSU says they are tightening their financial and academic rules, which is expected to drop the undergraduate enrollment rate.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Woman dies after being struck on I-75 while chasing pet, KSP says
Kentucky State Police are handling the accidents that occurred near the 62-mile marker on I-75 North.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Urban County Council passes data center moratorium
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington Urban County Council unanimously passed a data center moratorium during a Tuesday work session, according to several me...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Grain-to-Glass: Clark County distillery turns Kentucky farm crops into craft spirits
A small craft distillery in downtown Winchester is turning Kentucky farm crops into handcrafted spirits, keeping a centuries-old tradition alive in the process.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Emmy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer joins cast Kentucky based film 'Ethan Almighty'
Emmy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer, best known for his role as Dr. Fraiser Crane in "Cheers" and "Fraiser," has joined the cast of "Ethan Almighty," Deadline...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Community group holds strategy meeting in opposition to Lexington data center sale
A Lexington community group is pushing back after the former Lexmark data center on New Circle Road was sold to DartPoints Operating Company, a Dallas-based...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
At least 1 dead after rollover crash downs power lines near Louisville's airport, police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A deadly rollover crash brought traffic delays and downed power lines Tuesday afternoon to part of Crittenden Drive.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Beshear extends gas tax relief for some Kentucky cities and counties, including Louisville
In total, Beshear granted extended relief for 33 cities and counties that requested it.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Indiana sweeps Kentucky in Saturday's Classic
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana swept games Saturday night and ultimately took 3-of-4 from Kentucky on the weekend in the Indiana-Kentucky All-Star Basketball Classic.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky defensive lineman Nic Smith dies at age 20. School says no foul play suspected
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky defensive lineman Nic Smith has died at age 20, the school announced Monday. School spokesman Jay Blanton said the Universit...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear rallies with Iowa governor candidate Rob Sand
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said Sunday in Des Moines his two gubernatorial victories in a state redder than Iowa shows that Rob Sand, the state’s Democrati...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Lowndes Co. Food Scores June 9
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 3245 Inner Perimeter Rd.; June 3 94 – A Georgeo’s BBQ 727 E. Hill Ave.; June 3 94 – A Email newsletter signup Ken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky driver's license branches reopen with increased wait times, technology issues
All Kentucky driver licensing branches are back open, but with limited hours, following a statewide computer system upgrade.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
New $25M regional law enforcement training center to be built in Middletown
The city of Middletown is getting a new facility to help support law enforcement training for agencies in Kentucky and southern Indiana.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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Gov. Beshear extends 10-cent gas tax cut for 33 Kentucky communities
Louisville is among the 33 communities who will continue to receive a tax cut at the pump.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
America 250: How Cincinnati played a role in the Underground Railroad, path to freedom
Ohio played a pivotal role in the American abolitionist movement as a free state that bordered slave states like Kentucky and Virginia.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Family fights to continue daughter's care after mold forces them from NKY home
A Texas family relocated to Walton, Kentucky, in 2022 so their daughter with rare health complications could get the treatment she needs and can only get at...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Could this be the year a Democrat wins the Central Kentucky’s congressional seat?
Could this be the year a Democrat wins the Central Kentucky’s congressional seat?
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky State University announces expected drop in undergraduate enrollment
KSU says they are tightening their financial and academic rules, which is expected to drop the undergraduate enrollment rate.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Woman dies after being struck on I-75 while chasing pet, KSP says
Kentucky State Police are handling the accidents that occurred near the 62-mile marker on I-75 North.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Urban County Council passes data center moratorium
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington Urban County Council unanimously passed a data center moratorium during a Tuesday work session, according to several me...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Grain-to-Glass: Clark County distillery turns Kentucky farm crops into craft spirits
A small craft distillery in downtown Winchester is turning Kentucky farm crops into handcrafted spirits, keeping a centuries-old tradition alive in the process.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Emmy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer joins cast Kentucky based film 'Ethan Almighty'
Emmy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer, best known for his role as Dr. Fraiser Crane in "Cheers" and "Fraiser," has joined the cast of "Ethan Almighty," Deadline...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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