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Kentucky utilities sign Trump administration “Ratepayer Protection Pledge,” critics question customer safeguards

Louisville Public Media reports that several Kentucky electric and gas utilities have signed onto a Trump administration initiative intended to limit rate impacts from data center development, while consumer advocates say the pledge does not create enforceable customer protections.

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Kentucky bride-to-be Brooklyn Dotson to marry Noah Waters, linking family friendship to organ donation that saved her life

Dotson and Waters say their relationship began as a childhood connection and later became possible after organ donation helped bring her back from a life-threatening medical event, with Waters’ brother credited in their account.

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Louisville Native Competes for U.S. Army ‘Best Squad’ Title During Germany Event

Spc. Matthew Falone, a bridge crewmember assigned to a 7th Engineer Brigade unit, is taking part in an Army competition in Germany focused on squad effectiveness, communications, cohesion, and field proficiency.

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AMPED Partners to Hold Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway in West Louisville, with Donation and Volunteer Sign-Ups Available

Organizers with AMPED Technology and Learning Center say the back-to-school giveaway will serve students in West Louisville and is accepting donations and volunteer participation through an AMPED Partners page.

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Man arrested in Laurel County investigation after June house fire, deputies say

Michael Parker, 40, is accused in a Laurel County case tied to a June home fire that deputies said occurred while he was attempting to steal gas from a nearby vehicle, according to WKYT. He was arrested Thursday.

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Jessamine County emergency management crews to work on outdoor sirens Friday

Officials said crews will be working on the county’s outdoor emergency sirens Friday, a step that could affect siren activity during the work window.

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Mai Thai Restaurant, a Lexington fixture for decades, to close after sale to new owner

The longtime Thai restaurant is scheduled to shut down soon following a change in ownership, according to local reporting.

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Hundreds packed Bell County’s old courthouse as residents raised familiar concerns about jobs and community harm

Kentucky Lantern reports that a packed hearing drew residents who said Bell County has heard similar promises before, including assurances that new work would not come with damaging effects on people or the surrounding area.