We get it and understand that unsettled weather days are the worst because so many still live with the PTSD of a few years ago. But remaining as informed as possible will make you as prepared as possible. Storms could become strong this afternoon and evening and an active pattern will lead us into next week. Just keep an eye on things, keep your dogs calm and make sure your trash cans are somewhere secure. [WxOrNot YouTube]
Anything to help small business in Kentucky is a good thing, right? We’ll bite our tongue a bit here. Governor Andy Beshear has created a new task force aimed at helping small businesses across Kentucky start, grow, and survive the real challenges that come with running a small company. Even though we are skeptical we are seeing way too many Mom and Pop shops go out of business right now.[WTVQ]
If you’ve paid attention to anything political in Kentucky the past 30 years, you’ll recognize this guy from KET’s Comment on Kentucky. [Bill] Bartleman, incumbent for McCracken County’s 1st District in the fiscal court, took the lead in Tuesday’s primary election, beating out opposing candidates Danielle Guminski and Charles Lee. [WPSD]
While families struggle to afford groceries, millions of pounds of safe food still end up going to waste. A Bowling Green pantry is rescuing food and getting it to neighbors in need. Only 2.5 percent of surplus food is donated, but boxes at Meadowland Baptist Church are part of a growing effort to turn food waste into meals for families in Kentucky. [WBKO]
If you were watching what happened in Northern Kentucky with Thomas Massie, here’s more on that. That district is a mess and something like this was bound to happen sooner or later, as it always does there. [Courier-Journal]
A 101-month prison sentence imposed on a Bowling Green man for offenses connected to his membership in terror group ISIS was vacated Wednesday by a federal appeals court, which said in a ruling that the sentence was “shockingly low” for his crimes. In addition to vacating the sentence, the three-judge panel on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit directed that Mirsad Ramic, 36, be resentenced by the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky. [BG Daily News]
From the In Case You Missed it Like We Did Department… The WKU Board of Regents approved a motion for the University to purchase 10 properties along State Street and Chestnut Street. The WKU Real Estate Corporation will purchase the properties for the construction of the new Academic Complex along State and Chestnut streets. The university is still in legal negotiations to gain ownership of six of the properties through eminent domain. [WKU Herald]
Just like we told you would it would occur: Andy Barr won the Republican nomination to replace Mitch McConnell in the U.S. Senate. Charles Booker won on the Democratic side and he’ll lose to Barr in the fall. There are more than 100,000 fewer Democrats registered to vote in Kentucky than the last go-round, so if anyone thinks Booker is winning, that’s not gonna happen. [Herald-Leader]
After nearly two hours of discussion and repeated outbursts from a standing-room-only crowd, the Cave City City Council voted to reject a proposed zoning amendment regulating prospective data centers and instead advanced a one-year moratorium on data center development within city limits. The proposed ordinance would have amended city zoning regulations to include language and restrictions specifically governing prospective data centers and other high-impact industrial uses. [WCLU]
Brett Hightower was elected to a third term as Warren County Sheriff Tuesday evening. Hightower said community support played a major role in motivating him throughout the campaign. [WNKY]
Early results from county clerks come in when the polls close, but even with 100% of precincts reporting, there is only a projected winner; night-of results are not official. Starting Wednesday, May 20, voting machines and ballot boxes are locked and put under video surveillance for 30 days. Also starting Wednesday, the Secretary of State’s Office chooses one race and one machine to audit. [WKYT]
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of both boating season and summer in Grayson County. However at Nolin Lake, the water levels are much lower they normally are. “I’ve never seen one like this,” Tyler Smith, the manager of Wax Campground said. [WAVE3]
Remember that massive drug raid we told you about back in the frigidity of winter? Turns out that group of people alleged to have engaged in a massive criminal syndicate have finally been indicted. This should put to bed why we were so harsh on local media for effectively ignoring such a massive law enforcement operation. When the cops get something so majorly right, you need to highlight it instead of twiddling your thumbs. [More BG Daily News]
Wondering how your preferred candidate performed in a particular race here? The Secretary of State and Board of Elections in Frankfort have those data on a handy website you should check out. You’ll be able to find out the name of the Democrat who won the primary in the KY-02 Congressional race. Just keep in mind that 2,500 more people voted for Brett Guthrie than there were votes cast for all four Democratic candidates. Wingfield isn’t happening, kids, sorry bout it. [2026 Primary Results]
We’ll keep beating this dead horse but you really need to pay attention to everything your local government does. Yes, really. Everything. Start by watching this May 19, 2026 Board of Commissioners meeting. Let it play in the background while you work and pay closer attention if something interesting happens. [YouTube]