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A Blossoming Future: Sen. Paul visits southeast Kentucky on Leaf Trail Tour
Touted as "The Niagara of the South" or "The Little Niagara," Cumberland Falls is a major tourist attraction promoted by U.S. Senator Rand Paul's Leaf Trail Tour. The park features campgrounds, cabins, a lodge, swimming pool, grocery store, walking and hiking…
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OUT AND ABOUT: A cookie and tamaracks, but no chickens, on Chicken Hill
Published 10:40 am Thursday, October 29, 2026 We did not see any chickens on Chicken Hill, or indeed any sort of fowl anywhere in the vicinity. But then we didn’t expect to. If the story of how this prominent knob of volcanic rock…
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Sipping History: The Chilton – A Lubbock Original
There’s a drink that carries the heat, the heart, and the history of the South Plains in a single glass: the Chilton. Born in the sun-drenched halls of the Lubbock Country Club nearly 50 years ago, this cocktail is more than…
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Life, Libations, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Tucked behind Connie’s Cakes in the Kingsley Building is Pursuit of Happiness — a chic cocktail bar with sparkling personality. You can find yummy munchies and a selection of beer and wine on the menu, but cocktails made with their titular…
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Can You Keep a Bobcat as a Pet? Laws and Risks
Bobcats may resemble oversized house cats, but these North American predators are wild animals with very different instincts and needs. Their sharp claws, powerful hunting abilities, and territorial behavior make them difficult to care for in a typical household. In…
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White River Wonderland returns to Batesville with modified footprint for 2026
BATESVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - Batesville’s annual White River Wonderland is returning for the 2026 holiday season, though visitors will notice a temporary change in scenery. With Riverside Park undergoing a $25 million renovation, this year’s display will temporarily relocate to the Batesville Community…
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Staunton, Harrisonburg rank among Virginia's best places to retire
The Daily Progress Javascript is required to use this website. Social Security recipients will get regular payments as scheduled in October. People who get Supplemental Security Income will be paid twice. See why. Staunton and Harrisonburg are among six Virginia…
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2026's 9 Best Small Towns To Visit In Kentucky
In this story, we will be moving from west to east, showcasing the communities with the best mountain overlooks, trails, and historical landmarks in Kentucky. Kentucky rewards travelers who skip the big cities and point the car toward its small…
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Hawk determined to be 'too fat to fly' after eating chickens, sleeping too often
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