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    May 21, 2013 |Story| AM News

  1. Harrodsburg's Marcheta Sparrow to retire from Kentucky tourism post

    FRANKFORT (KPNS) — Gov. Steve Beshear announced Friday that Marcheta Sparrow of Harrodsburg will retire May 31 from her post as Kentucky secretary of Tourism, Arts and Heritage.
    FRANKFORT (KPNS) — Gov. Steve Beshear announced Friday that Marcheta Sparrow of Harrodsburg will retire May 31 from her post as Kentucky secretary of Tourism, Arts and Heritage. “Secretary Sparrow has done a fantastic job of continuing to...

    Tags: Trips and Vacations, Steve Beshear, Politics, Human Interest, Travel

    2. May 13, 2013 |Story| AM News

  2. Boyle County sees increase in tourist spending

    Boyle County saw a 5.6 percent increase in tourism spending during 2012, according to an annual survey by the Kentucky Department of Travel.
    Boyle County saw a 5.6 percent increase in tourism spending during 2012, according to an annual survey by the Kentucky Department of Travel. The survey, released earlier this week, examines the expenditure, employment and tax impacts generated by the...

    Tags: Steve Beshear, Travel

    3. May 8, 2013 |Story| AM News

  3. Boyle represented during TOUR SEKY spring trip

    SOMERSET — TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky hosted a spring work study trip April 30-May 2 in Boone, N.C. Boone is located in the heart of North Carolina’s High Country and is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities.
    SOMERSET — TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky hosted a spring work study trip April 30-May 2 in Boone, N.C. Boone is located in the heart of North Carolina’s High Country and is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities. More than 30...

    Tags: Trips and Vacations, Travel, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry

    4. May 6, 2013 |Story| Winchester Sun

  4. Trolley tours begin Tuesday

    The Bluegrass Heritage Museum in Winchester celebrates National Preservation Month by offering trolley and bus tours to historic places in Winchester and Clark County.
    The Bluegrass Heritage Museum in Winchester celebrates National Preservation Month by offering trolley and bus tours to historic places in Winchester and Clark County. Local historian Harry Enoch will lead two tours, one on National Historic buildings...

    Tags: Travel, Human Interest

    5. Apr 28, 2013 |Story| AM News

  5. Wildlife cruises on tap in May at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

    PLEASANT HILL — Nature- and bird-lovers looking for a unique wildlife experience will find it this spring at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. “Wildlife Cruises to the Blue Heron Rookery” will take place May 4, 11 and 18. An evening picnic cruiseis planned for June 1.
    jbrummett@amnews.com
    PLEASANT HILL — Nature- and bird-lovers looking for a unique wildlife experience will find it this spring at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. “Wildlife Cruises to the Blue Heron Rookery” will take place May 4, 11 and 18. An evening...

    Tags: Cruises, Travel

    6. Apr 28, 2013 |Story| AM News

  6. CASA at Woodlawn gala set for Friday

    For every Kentuckian, the first Saturday in May brings excitement and tradition as the world’s finest thoroughbreds race for the roses in the Kentucky Derby. For a local organization, that excitement and tradition begins the evening before. 
    For every Kentuckian, the first Saturday in May brings excitement and tradition as the world’s finest thoroughbreds race for the roses in the Kentucky Derby. For a local organization, that excitement and tradition begins the evening before. ...

    Tags: Trips and Vacations, Abusive Behavior, Justice System, Viniculture, Travel

    7. Apr 24, 2013 |Story| AM News

  7. BBQ festival named a top 20 event

    The Kentucky State BBQ Festival has been named a top 20 event in the United States by the Southeast Tourism Society for September 2013.  The Southeast Tourism Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and developing tourism throughout the Southeast region of the U.S.
    The Kentucky State BBQ Festival has been named a top 20 event in the United States by the Southeast Tourism Society for September 2013.  The Southeast Tourism Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and developing tourism throughout...

    Tags: Festive Events, Entertainment Events, Arts and Culture, Travel, United Way

    8. Apr 24, 2013 |Story| AM News

  8. News briefs for April 24

    <strong>Boyle library will host program about family Bibles</strong>
    Boyle library will host program about family Bibles Boyle County Public Library will host a program with local genealogist and researcher Carolyn Crabtree at 7 p.m. Thursday. The program is called “Family Bibles as Sources for Legal Documents...

    Tags: Science and Technology, Shriners, Wii, Arts and Culture, Entertainment

    9. Apr 23, 2013 |Story| AM News

  9. Celebrate, enjoy all city's parks

    Springtime has come to central Kentucky, filling our parks, playing fields, sidewalks and streets with people of all ages seeking exercise, fresh air and fun.  Millennium Park is in its 13th year as the centerpiece for this activity. And wow has it...

    Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Flying Disc, Travel, Sports, Jackson Park

    10. Apr 11, 2013 |Story| AM News

  10. Boyle, Garrard receive grants to enhance playgrounds

    Boyle County Fiscal Court has been awarded a $43,900 grant to improve the safety of playground equipment at Whites Park at the county fairgrounds.
    smojica@amnews.com
    Boyle County Fiscal Court has been awarded a $43,900 grant to improve the safety of playground equipment at Whites Park at the county fairgrounds. The funds will be used to enhance the safety and durability of nine areas in which children visiting Whites...

    Tags: Steve Beshear, Justice System, Travel, Crime, Law and Justice, Gardens and Parks

    11. Mar 23, 2013 |Story| AM News

  11. FLIGHT FROM FANCY: As the world creeps in, many Casey Mennonites are splitting to start anew in Tennessee

    SOUTH FORK &mdash; Paul Martin is a small, wiry man with a higher-pitched voice, sharp features and kind nature that lends him an air of a wizened old elf.
    tkleffman@amnews.com
    SOUTH FORK — Paul Martin is a small, wiry man with a higher-pitched voice, sharp features and kind nature that lends him an air of a wizened old elf. Beneath a broad-brimmed black hat, he is dressed in all black, sharp as tack, even though he...

    Tags: Arts, Business Enterprises, Photography, Economy, Business and Finance, Business

    12. Mar 15, 2013 |Story| AM News

  12. Ephraim McDowell Health's HealthRewards plans trips

    Ephraim McDowell Health&rsquo;s HealthRewards program is planning trips for 2013-14 and invites individuals to participate. A HealthRewards membership is not required to participate.
    Ephraim McDowell Health’s HealthRewards program is planning trips for 2013-14 and invites individuals to participate. A HealthRewards membership is not required to participate. The following trips are planned: Heart of the South, Oct. 20-27...

    Tags: Trips and Vacations, American Airlines, Inc., National Parks, Cruises, Travel

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