Kentucky Politics

Geveden Charged in Campaign Case

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 21:54:52 +0000

Kentucky's Executive Branch Ethics Commission has charged a former government official with violating the state's ethics code by allegedly using his position to solicit campaign contributions for Gov. Steve Beshear's re-election campaign last year.

Northern Kentucky PAC Looks to Expand Influence to State Races

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:35:23 +0000

A Republican super PAC that helped influence the 4th Congressional District primary earlier this year is looking to expand its scope. Americans for Growth, Opportunity and Prosperity was founded by a group of Northern Kentucky businessmen. It also goes by the name Ameri-GOP. The PAC helped Thomas Massie win his congressional primary.

Presenters Highlight MSU Programs at Legislative Committee Meeting

Angela Hatton — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 21:18:30 +0000

Members of the Kentucky Interim Joint Committee on Education held their monthly meeting today at Murray State University. Legislators heard about the impact the Murray State College of Education and the Center for Telecommunications Systems Management are making inside and outside Kentucky. The MSU TSM program is the only Murray State degree that combines learning from two colleges and seven departments. Stan Eckenberg, CEO of Computer Services, Inc., (CSI) of Paducah, also spoke in favor of the program. CSI is the largest single employer of TSM graduates.

Lawmaker wants to expand the availability of EpiPens in schools

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 11:00:00 +0000

A Kentucky state lawmaker wants to expand EpiPen use in schools. EpiPens are used to stop the effects of allergic reactions, and currently, state law only allows students with allergies to carry the devices. But Representative Addia Wuchner says not all students are aware of their allergies, and she will again file a bill that would allow schools to carry EpiPens for general use.

Ky. Republicans Ramp Up Campaign to Take Over House

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 19:06:52 +0000

Kentucky Republicans are ramping up their campaign to take control of the state house in this year's elections.

The GOP has latched on to House Speaker Greg Stumbo's declaration that he will vote for President Barack Obama this fall.

Republicans Have Strong Showing at Fancy Farm

Angela Hatton — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 18:44:07 +0000

The republican party has a strong showing at this year's Fancy Farm Picnic. Less than 20 minutes are left to the start of the political speaking. Agriculture Commissioner James Comer will emcee, and U. S. Sen. Mitch McConnell will lead off the slate of politicians and candidates.

Republicans are hoping to cinch a big victory in western Kentucky, with five open races in the general election.

Local Races Major Draw for 2012 Fancy Farm

Angela Hatton — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 17:37:22 +0000

While the humidity is running high, a smaller slate of candidates hasn't dampened the crowd at the 2012 Fancy Farm Picnic. The event draws thousands each year, and its stump speaking is the traditional kickoff of the general election campaign season in Kentucky. Speakers start at 2 p.m. Central time.

Despite Some No-Shows, Hot Political Topics to Draw Fancy Farm Crowd

Angela Hatton — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 17:32:25 +0000

The absence of some big names at this year’s Fancy Farm Picnic won’t dampen the excitement. That’s the prediction from political speaking chair Mark Wilson. Gov. Steve Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jerry Abramson have bowed out, and so has U.S. Sen. Rand Paul.

Fancy Farm Picnic Planning Underway

Angela Hatton — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 17:19:31 +0000

Planning has begun for the 132^nd annual Fancy Farm Picnic. The event is the first Saturday in August and is the traditional kickoff of the Kentucky political season.

Freedom of the Press and Congressman Yarmuth

Caleb O. Brown and Tracy Ross — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 18:52:49 +0000

A Kentucky Congressman wants to change the Constitution to effectively overturn the Supreme Court on political speech. But is that a good idea? Commentator and researcher Caleb Brown of the Bluegrass Institute says if you care about freedom of the press, everyone’s speech should get equal protection.