Good morning, Nicholasville.

Kentucky Power says data centers could lower electric bills in eastern Kentucky by adding new load that spreads fixed costs, even as some communities pause approvals to study the technology.

Gov. Beshear’s executive order protects customers by requiring energy plans from developers and fair cost-sharing measures.

On Thursday, three dairy cows from Harvest Home Dairy visited the University of Kentucky to promote a local parfait bar using ingredients sourced from county farms, and students enjoyed meeting the cows and learning about the new partnership.

Birdwatchers can see many migrating species this fall by visiting local spots such as McConnell Springs and the UK Arboretum, where small songbirds and waterfowl head south.

Experts advise arriving one hour before sunrise to listen for calls + use apps and join local birding groups for tips.

Kentucky's Division of Forestry said it was illegal to start fires near woodlands and brushland between (6 a.m. and 6 p.m.) yesterday, Oct.

1, as the Fall Forest Fire Hazard Season began and will last until Dec. 15.

Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell said on Thursday that Governor Beshear should temporarily suspend restrictions on dyed diesel (a tax-exempt fuel for off-road equipment) to help ease high fuel costs during the fall harvest.