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I had the pleasure of stopping by this small town in Gallatin County, KY, on Saturday, May 4th, 2024. I was on my way to Lexington to cover a bodybuilding show and had decided to make three stops for ExploringKentucky. I had planned on stopping in Glencoe largely because up

I had the pleasure of taking a walk in Pineville, Kentucky on Sunday, March 5th, 2013. The first thing I saw was a beautiful layer of morning fog and beautiful mountains all around. The county seat of Bell County traces its history back the 1781. The downtown area has a

I had a lovely walk in the beautiful city of Barbourville, Kentucky, on Sunday March 4th, 2023. I was able to tour the beautiful seat of Knox County and took in the sights. Although this is a small city by Lexington or Louisville standards, it has a number of great

From the beginning of my walk in town, I got to check out a really cool mural that speaks to how proud folks are to live here. As you walk into the city, you can see the courthouse from all points, and while it’s simple at first blush, it’s a

If you’re a history buff, then come on down to Munfordville, Kentucky. Here you’ll find a remarkable amount of history from the U.S. Civil War and the very interesting role Kentucky played it in. Although Kentucky was a border state and declared its neutrality at the onset of the war,

Buckshot George just dropped their brand new single, “Burn Down The Trailer Park,” and it’s a song you most definitely want to check out wherever great music is available. The music video was pro shot and showcases the personnel behind the killer sound. The band is super tight, with some

Cloverport Kentucky is a hidden gem on the Ohio River. This beautiful community in Breckenridge County has so much to offer. Its infrastructure is that of a county seat, with numerous government offices and agencies working hard by the people. It has a number of cool shops, a great restaurant,

If you’re ever in downtown Louisville and happen to see Kharisma be sure to stop what you’re doing and give him a listen or two. I was walking to the Riot Cafe and heard someone singing with real passion and playing guitar with equal feel to boot. Kharisma was nice

Louisville’s Muhammed Ali International Airport is a medium-sized airport serving a major metropolitan area that’s surpassed the million mark. The airport is primarily used by UPS, hosting it’s Worldport Air Hub, but also has a growing demand for passenger flights. Kentuckians have three major airports to choose from. There’s Louisville,

Portland is one of those neighborhoods you just know will be the next bastion of hipsters and career professionals looking for a bedrock community. It’s so close to downtown Louisville you could throw a rock at it. Its proximity to other key neighborhoods like The Highlands and NuLu are a

I had a blast exploring downtown Louisville this past Saturday, September 24th. It was a bit overcast but the temperature was just perfect. It felt like low 70’s with a great breeze and occasional rays of sunlight through the clouds. People were out and about enjoying the community and patronizing

I had the pleasure of returning to one of my favorite towns in Kentucky. I’m of course talking about Bloomfield! This cozy little town in Nelson County has tons to do while keeping true to all the comforts and tranquility of country living. If you looked on a map or

I had the pleasure of spending about 30 minutes walking around downtown Grayson, county seat of Carter County, KY. This beautiful city in Eastern County has a lot going on. It’s got an undeniable Appalachian feel with beautiful hills and mountains all around. With Ashland just about twenty miles away

When I visited Inez, KY, I did a double-take when I saw the Inez Motel and Restaurant at the end of the street. Upon approaching it I couldn’t help but notice what a great piece of property this was. It can be seen throughout the city and in its heyday

I absolutely love going to the New Castle Tavern in New Castle, KY. While the drinks are great and the prices are very reasonable I can get can a bottle of Budweiser or Blue Moon pretty much anywhere. Living in Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, I have my pick of dozens

Mount Vernon is a beautiful city nestled in the Appalachian Mountains with tons of potential. During my visit I walked through its downtown area and found what you’d normally find in a southern county seat. The downtown consists of a main thoroughfare with adjoining two-story buildings of various designs along

I had the pleasure of checking out Williamsburg, county seat of Whitley County, Kentucky, and I must say I loved it! This beautiful city in the southeastern region of the Commonwealth has everything for travelers looking to get well-acquainted with nature, learn about history, and have plenty to take photos

On Saturday, August 27th, I had the pleasure of supporting my friend Jakob Beckley, Democratic candidate for Henry County Judge Executive, at Godbey’s On Main in his hometown of Pleasureville, KY. Beckley, 24, has been working tirelessly throughout the county and has campaign has certainly reached countless. They’ve been to

Join me for a walk in beautiful Jenkins, KY, a city built on coal. This is in the heart of southeastern Kentucky with mountains surrounding the small city. Here you’ll find a history-rich community with a great work ethic and real southern hospitality. The city has a gas station, fire

Join us for a walk through Whitesburg, KY, seat of Letcher County. When we visited we got a chance to see vintage vehicles, unique shops, and a number of eye-catching spot sure to spark your interest as they did ours. If you’ve never been to southeastern Kentucky, Whitesburg could be