Play celebrates Jackie Robinson, Black History Month

Play celebrates Jackie Robinson, Black History Month

In 1947, Jackie Robinson became the first African American Major League Baseball player, bringing racial segregation in baseball to an end.
Sunday, the Capitol Arts Center is celebrating Black History Month by telling his story.
Karen Hume, executive director of the Capitol Arts Center said the play, “Most Valuable Player,” was a good opportunity to do something [...]

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Students recall memorable trips

Students recall memorable trips

Whether it’s the first or 40th time, vacations can be a chance to get away. With spring break just around the corner, some students are looking back at past trips before planning new ones.
Louisville senior Tiara White has been to Disney World 36 times.
The first time she went, White was 8 years old. After that, [...]

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Russellville resident shares Ky. history

Russellville resident shares Ky. history

When Michael Morrow was a kid, a lot of old people used to give him a lot of old things. Eventually, these random possessions would become the relics of a historical museum.
“They found out I was interested in history, so they just started giving me things,” he said. “Before you know it, I had such [...]

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‘ALONG CAME POLLY:’ Unlikely couple grows with conflict

‘ALONG CAME POLLY:’ Unlikely couple grows with conflict

 
 
He likes classical music — she likes Miley Cyrus. She wants the bright red couch — he wants the leather, brown one. Some would call them opposites. But some also say opposites attract.
Kaitlin Keane and Matt Lund — both Oldham County sophomores, have been dating for a year and three months, during which time they’ve [...]

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