Meet the GOP's wrecking crew Nov 6, 2009
Not coincidentally, nearly all of those states -- except Kentucky -- are also "right-to-work" states, which means no union contracts for most of the employees at the foreign plants ... If those plans involve the domestic auto industry, the GOP pushback will come from somewhere down I-65, the new auto corridor that runs from Kentucky south to Alabama ... Unlike every other state with major auto manufacturing in the South, Kentucky has no right-to-work law -- and the UAW already represents workers... (Salon)
Catalina Tempering to open in Surry Nov 5, 2009
Catalina has purchased the former Kentucky Derby Hosiery building on Derby Street in Mount Airy for its factory. Catalina Tempering is part of a larger group of companies called Glasswerks, which is based in California and has seven glass tempering and fabricating facilities around the country. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Democrats: GOP Backlash Likely in '10 Nov 5, 2009
Democrats have their eye on Republican primary challenges in Florida, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Ohio, Nevada, Colorado, Missouri, New Hampshire, Arkansas and Kentucky ... Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson has received fundraising help from some of the most senior Republican senators, but his primary rival for the state's Senate seat, anti-tax activist Rand Paul, outraised him in the third quarter of 2009. (Newsmax)
Independent MARs Nov 5, 2009
Thanks there is one such candidate MARs can support and that s Rand Paul and he s showing himself to bequite capable of such leadership as he now over Republican primary opponent Trey Grayson in Kentucky s U.S. Senate seat. If Rand Paul and orthe Campaign for Liberty is successful in creating a political framework for MARs to use to deal with their greivences, then they can truly be independent. (The American Conservative)
Click to read:For GOP, Ideological Fissures Loom Nov 5, 2009
As the party establishment in Washington seeks to win key Senate races next year in states such as California, Illinois, Kentucky, New Hampshire and Connecticut, GOP leaders have sent signals indicating their favorite candidates. Usually these favorites are people able to fund their own campaign or politicians who already have won statewide races, such as New Hampshire Attorney General Kelly Ayotte. (CBS News)
Voters head to polls to fill vacant House seat Nov 3, 2009
He resigned in July to move to Kentucky because of his wife's job. Norman held the seat for one term before his unsuccessful attempt in 2006 to unseat U.S. Rep. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
House District 48 race Nov 2, 2009
Gullick moved to Kentucky where his wife, Lynn, took a job with a hospital. Also vying for the seat is Rock Hill real estate developer Ralph Norman, a Republican. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Third party challenges in NJ, NY are warning sign Nov 1, 2009
In Senate contests from Florida and Kentucky to New Hampshire next year, conservatives furious at the Republican establishment are mounting primary challenges against more mainstream candidates favored by the national party. On the other side, Democratic strategists worry that progressives, disgusted by the big money bank bailout and disillusioned with President Barack Obama's lack of fight on issues such as a government-run health insurance plan, might keep some people from voting. (USA Today)
Another black day in Jax reveals UGA as second-rate Nov 1, 2009
8:39 pm October 31, 2009, by Mark Bradley. One is hunting a third BCS title; the other isn't bowl-eligible. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mark Bradley Nov 1, 2009
Another black day in Jax reveals UGA as second-rate. One is hunting a third BCS title; the other isn't bowl-eligible. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Scorn for property taxes drives NJ governor's race Nov 1, 2009
Stempowski, 38, said the taxes are so troubling that he's tempted to move to his wife's native Kentucky. There, he figures, his son would still get a decent education, his garbage would still be collected and he wouldn't wonder why his property tax bill is so high. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
OUR VIEW: Election, not budget, on state leaders minds Oct 31, 2009
While the candidates are out asking for your vote, Illinois moves even further behind neighbors like Indiana and Kentucky, making it even less likely of positive developments here in an increasingly competitive world. If only our leaders would compete as hard to find solutions to the state s financial crisis as they do to get elected. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Ky. horse tracks request fewer racing dates in 2010 Oct 30, 2009
Kentuckys five thoroughbred tracks on Monday requested 25 percent fewer racing dates in 2010 than were approved for this year ... 8 percent from what tracks actually are expected to run this year, and would be the smallest since at least 1993, officials with the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission said ... It also is requesting to shut down its year-round simulcasting, which benefits purses there and at other Kentucky tracks. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Magnum Hunter to buy Triad out of Ch. 11 Oct 30, 2009
Formed in 1986, Rene, Ohio-based Triad focuses exclusively in the Appalachian Basin with operations in Ohio, West Virginia and Kentucky. The acquisition of these assets will provide Magnum Hunter a unique opportunity to establish a very cost effective ownership position in the Appalachian Basin, Gary Evans, chairman of Magnum Hunter, said in a statement. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Congress awards honor to former Sen. Brooke Oct 29, 2009
"We've got to get together," Brooke said, turning his eyes to Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. "We have no alternative. There's nothing left. It's time for politics to be put aside on the back burner.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
On whether all Republicans should look like Georgia Republicans Oct 28, 2009
The point was that the Kentucky Republican preaches but doesnt always practice. But there are signs that the Republican political winds within the clubby Senate have shifted. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
GOP picnic honors Reagan Oct 27, 2009
Ed Whitfield, who spoke to the crowd on the current condition in Washington, D.C. He began by addressing cap and trade and the negative effects it would have on Kentucky businesses and homeowners. He also spoke on health care and also stressed the importance of the upcoming election. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Democrats in U.S. Senate race say they're moderates Oct 26, 2009
Dale Emmons, a political strategist and founder of Emmons n Kentucky, said an upset "would be a surprise, but it's certainly not an impossibility.". Mr. Emmons said Southern Democrats, including himself, are a very different breed from other Democrats. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Late TV listings Oct 25, 2009
Guests: Senators Mitch McConnell of Kentucky and Claire McCaskill of Missouri; Laura Ingraham, Fox contributor and talk radio host; Cynthia Tucker of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution; Al Hunt of Bloomberg News; John Podesta, chief executive of the Center for American Progress. 9 a.m. (5). (Boston Globe)
Nunn not too pleased with its politicians Oct 25, 2009
The politician who had lived a life of privilege hobnobbing with Kentucky's political elite wasn't at all pleased with the Fayette County jail where he is being held on a murder charge for allegedly gunning down his ex-girlfriend. Nunn, heir to one of the most famous names in Kentucky politics, wore a drab prison jumpsuit and a frown as his lawyer entered a not guilty plea on his behalf and asked for his release on bond. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Local news briefs Oct 23, 2009
AMMC received the organization s Best Practices award and Medical Director of the Year award for 2009 over hospital emergency rooms represented in Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky and West Virginia. AMMC received the Best Practices award based on: improvement in specific metrics including: length of stay, patient entrance to specific exam times, decrease in patients who leave prior to being treated, and improved patient satisfaction initiatives; improvement in the operational... (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Don't Create an Enemies List Oct 22, 2009
Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, said he would block any future nominees to the Department until the matter was righted. The White House Communications director recently announced that the administration would treat a major television network, Fox News, as "part of the Opposition." On Sunday White House officials were all over talk shows urging other news organizations to "boycott" Fox and not pick up any of its stories. (CBS News -- Opinion)
Poll shows Illinoisans want big budget cuts but oppose trimming in many areas Oct 22, 2009
NeoCon Academician wrote on Oct 21, 2009 6:31 PM:" #1Of those states which impose an income tax, the lowest maximum rate is that of Illinois-----------------And now the rest of the story...In 2009, Illinois taxpayers had to work until April 13 to pay their total tax bill, ranking the state 15th nationally. Illinois' Tax Freedom Day falls on the same day as national Tax Freedom Day. The Tax Freedom Days of neighboring states are: Wisconsin, April 13 (ranked 12th nationally); Iowa, April 4 (ranked... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Local group circulates petition in opposition of liquor stores Oct 22, 2009
This is because if Keep It Out of Murray gets an election called before Keep It Local Murray does, another alcohol-related vote could not be held for another three years, according to Kentucky statute. Either way, if we get enough signatures on the Keep It Out of Murray petition, the alcohol laws will not be changed to allow package liquor stores, Taylor said. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Obama stands by Iraqi troop pullout Oct 21, 2009
com and FOX19 News, weather, traffic, and sports for Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. FOX19. (FOX19.com, OH)
Republicans and premature celebration Oct 21, 2009
The Fix - Morning Fix: A premature celebration for the GOP. The Fix THE FRIDAY LINES. (Harper's Magazine)
Dana O'Neil » Oct 18, 2009
John Calipari officially started his reign as Kentucky basketball coach - ESPN ... The start of the college basketball season at UNC, Duke, UConn, Kansas, Georgetown and KentuckyTags ... But mostly there was Calipari, the healer of the afflicted in the commonwealth, come to ease the pain of the Kentucky faithful who suffered in the purgatories of mediocrity the past two seasons. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
High expectations begin as Calipari, star-studded Kentucky meet media Oct 16, 2009
Patrick Patterson returns to Kentucky for his junior season with a new coach, John Calipari, and one of the nation's best recruiting classes ... (AP) says he has felt like a political candidate during his first six months as Kentucky's basketball coach, generating new hype with each campaign stop across the state even while trying to temper some lofty expectations ... Yet unlike that 1991-92 Wolverines team that reached the national title game with five freshman starters, Kentucky has plenty of... (USA Today -- Sports)
Calipari, 'Cats meet media Oct 16, 2009
- John Calipari says he has felt like a political candidate during his first six months as Kentucky's basketball coach, generating new hype with each campaign stop across the state even while trying to temper some lofty expectations ... - John Calipari says he has felt like a political candidate during his first six months as Kentucky's basketball coach, generating new hype with each campaign stop across the state even while trying to temper some lofty expectations ... Yet unlike that 1991-92... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Obama, Washington ready to pander to older voters Oct 16, 2009
Ben Chandler, Kentucky, 6th District, (202) 454-5262 Rep. Jim Cooper, Tennessee, 5th District, 202) 543-5777 Rep. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Calipari fields questions at Kentucky media day Oct 16, 2009
Yet unlike that 1991-92 Wolverines team that reached the national title game with five freshman starters, Kentucky has plenty of experience to go along with the new blood. was an all-Southeastern Conference center last year during Kentucky's National Invitation Tournament season ... Kentucky's roster is so deep, Calipari envisions Patterson playing some wing this year. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Job Losses Stoke Mid-Term Fear for Dems Oct 13, 2009
The people of Kentucky elected McConnell and the people of other states elected their Senators. Then some of those Senators get seniority and get to run committees. (CBS News)
Independents Lose Faith In President Amid Big Job Losses Oct 13, 2009
Jim Bunning, Republican of Kentucky, is unhappy with the Canadian Parliament. Seriously. (Investors Business Daily)
Obama's Nobel Stuns Allies, Adversaries Oct 10, 2009
Mitch McConnell of Kentucky and Rep. John Boehner of Ohio - were silent on Obama's award Friday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
* Sport Briefs Oct 10, 2009
HORSE RACING Mine That Bird stars on Web Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird will be available for fans to see around the clock via security Web cam installed above his stall at Santa Anita. Track officials said on Wednesday that trainer Chip Woolley Jr agreed to have his star horse appear on video while eating, sleeping and standing around his stall. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Over-criminalization of cold medicines Oct 10, 2009
6:00 am October 9, 2009, by Bob Barr. A grandmother of triplets in Indiana recently discovered what it means to be on the receiving end of a bad law and an overzealous, uncaring prosecutor. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Senate panel to vote on health care bill next week Oct 9, 2009
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky wasted no time in responding. He dismissed the good news on costs and coverage as "irrelevant," saying Democrats would pump up the Baucus bill as it proceeds through Congress. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Pawlenty to Headline Iowa GOP Event... Oct 8, 2009
The Fix - Pawlenty to Iowa. The Fix THE FRIDAY LINES. (The Drudge Report)
Obama offers no firm signals on troop increases Oct 7, 2009
The Senate s top Republican, Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, said later: I think Republicans will be able to make the decisions for themselves. But he added that Obama is likely to get significant Republican support if he follows the advice of his military commanders. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Obama rules out narrower war focus Oct 7, 2009
The Senate's top Republican, Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, said later: "I think Republicans will be able to make the decisions for themselves." But he added that Obama is likely to get significant GOP support if he follows the advice of his military commanders. Obama's emphasis on working off a strong strategy did not mean he shed much light on what it would be. (AZCentral -- News)
Obama weighs Afghan strategy Oct 7, 2009
The Senate's top Republican, Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, said later: "I think Republicans will be able to make the decisions for themselves." But he added that Obama is likely to get significant Republican support if he follows the advice of his military commanders. Boehner agreed, saying "my colleagues on the House side will be there to support" Obama if he stays true to the mission of denying a haven for al-Qaida terrorists or Taliban militants who are fiercely fighting coalition forces. (MSNBC -- International)
Sex Offender Vagabond Oct 6, 2009
I would add to his comments on the constitutionality of sex offender laws being applied retroactively in the name of regulation that just last week the Kentucky State Supreme Court ruled 5 to 2 that their sex offender law was being applied unconstitutionally in the case of making people who had been convicted of sex offenses prior to the start date of their new law comply with all of the new restrictions of that law ... It s sad that it takes a Federal judge to step in and show Georgia what the... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Health overhaul closer than ever - and yet far off Oct 3, 2009
"What we know for sure about this proposal, the core of it will include half a trillion dollars in Medicare cuts over 10 years and hundreds of billions of dollars in tax increases on both individuals and businesses," Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky told reporters Friday. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada has said he wants meld the Finance and health committee bills in fairly short order. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Former GSD board member files for write-in candidacy Oct 2, 2009
Hall, originally from Kentucky, moved to the Coastside in 1992 and began looking for a way to get involved in local government, he says. He served on the Granada Sanitary District board from 1992 to 1999. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
How would the public option outcompete private enterprise? Sep 30, 2009
You do remember the dead census worker in Kentucky who s body was found hanging in a cemetery with the word fed scrawled on his chest just recently ... You do remember the dead census worker in Kentucky whos body was found hanging in a cemetery with the word fed scrawled on his chest just recently ... You know, Kentucky, meth. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Council appoints Hudspeth mayor of Murray Sep 26, 2009
Murray Banquet Center owner Ron Gladden was also at the Public Safety Committee meeting and asked for help in making sure he was following the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control's open container laws. He said he had been cited recently, but had some confusion over exactly what he was allowed and not allowed to do at catered events. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Poll: 50% oppose U.S. surge in Afghanistan Sep 26, 2009
Senate Republican leader of Kentucky said that his party has confidence in McChrystal's leadership and that Obama should follow his recommendations about sending more troops. Secretary of State said in a PBS interview this week that Obama is considering McChrystal's report as part of a broad review. (USA Today -- News)
Feds Probe Census Worker Hanging in Ky. Sep 26, 2009
(AP) When Bill Sparkman told retired trooper Gilbert Acciardo that he was going door-to-door collecting census data in rural Kentucky, the former cop drew on years of experience for a warning: "Be careful.". The 51-year-old Sparkman was found this month hanged from a tree near a Kentucky cemetery with the word "fed" scrawled on his chest, a law enforcement official said Wednesday, and the FBI is investigating whether he was a victim of anti-government sentiment ... Manchester, the main hub of... (CBS News -- US)
Government Distrust and a Dead Census Taker Sep 26, 2009
Kentucky, like many other Southern states, voted overwhelmingly for Senator John McCain during the 2008 presidential election ... Kentucky state police, who are in charge of the investigation, with FBI assistance, have not determined whether the death was a homicide, suicide or accident, but an assistant director at the Census Bureau's southern office says the police have told them it is an apparent homicide ... Clay County, says Martin Hatfield, a former federal prosecutor in the Eastern... (Time.com)
LETTER: President's allegianceis to the 'radical left' Sep 25, 2009
Harry Potter wrote on Sep 23, 2009 6:29 PM:" Another victim of right wing ranting?WASHINGTON The FBI is investigating the hanging death of a U.S. Census worker near a Kentucky cemetery, and a law enforcement official told The Associated Press the word 'fed" was scrawled on the dead man's chest ... 1) Kentucky state police have NOT ruled out the possibility that the death was a suicide or even that it was accidental, according to police spokesman Don Trosper. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Party expects loyal soldier in health care fight with GOP Sep 25, 2009
What the totally Democratic-controlled Massachusetts state government should have done is just be honest about it, Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, the top Republican, said at a news conference yesterday. They should have written a law this way: If there s a Republican governor, there s no appointment. (Boston Globe)
Fairdales Rep. Weston is retiring Sep 25, 2009
Weston is retiring - Business First of Louisville. for free extra services. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Deadly floods hit south-east US Sep 23, 2009
Flooding has also affected Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky and North Carolina. Forecasters are warning of more heavy rain and possible flash floods. (BBC News -- Americas)
Leading the way Sep 23, 2009
or George in Kentucky. Nicholas Mayes, Glasgow, Scotland. (BBC News -- Americas)
As US wins minds, Afghan hearts are lost Sep 22, 2009
It farms out responsibility for the ANP to a private contractor that hires as mentors retired American law enforcement officers - a Kentucky state trooper, a Texas county lawman, a North Carolina cop, and so on. Yet Washington policymakers continue to couple the police with the army as "the Afghan security forces" - the most basic police rank is "soldier" - in a merger that must influence what DynCorp puts in its training syllabus. (Asia Times Online)
Census: Recession has had sweeping impact on Americans Sep 22, 2009
They were most likely found in West Virginia (19 percent), followed by Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi and Oklahoma. Utah had the fewest disabled people, at 8. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Report: General calls for more Afghanistan troops Sep 21, 2009
The Senate's Republican leader, Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, said Obama should follow the military's advice. McConnell said Petraeus "did a great job with the surge in Iraq. I think he knows what he's doing. Gen. McChrystal is a part of that. We have a lot of confidence in those two generals. I think the president does as well.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Obama: Health insurance mandate no tax increase Sep 21, 2009
Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky said Obama doesn't understand Republicans' opposition. "I don't know anybody in my Republican conference in the Senate who's in favor of doing nothing on health care," McConnell said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Maples lived to serve constituents Sep 20, 2009
The Kentucky town was established by Nathaniel's father. Fast forward a few generations, and there's a new Nathaniel Vise in the land. (Fresno Bee)
Polling site approved by elections board Sep 20, 2009
The board is submitting a proposal to create a new voting district in Panorama Shores and the surrounding area to the Kentucky Board of Elections. The move will make voting more convenient for those in the Cherry Corners precinct that now accommodates more than 1,000. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Palin, Gingrich Skip Values Event Sep 19, 2009
The summit speakers' lineup this weekend includes names that quicken the pulse of the politically obsessed on the center-right: Fox News host Bill O'Reilly, actor Stephen Baldwin, and congressional Republicans including Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, House Minority Leader John A. Boehner of Ohio, Rep. Eric Cantor of Virginia, Rep. (Newsmax)
Pawlenty Raises Specter of Appeasement... Sep 19, 2009
The Fix - Pawlenty Hammers Obama on Missile Defense Decision. The Fix THE FRIDAY LINES. (The Drudge Report)
Fair to Have Changes in 2010 Sep 18, 2009
The Kentucky Headhunters were the headliners this past year. Fair Board member Christy Bonstell noted one band she had priced already was asking for $100,000, a significant jump from a year ago when the band could have been booked for $10,000. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Senate unveils sweeping health bill Sep 17, 2009
Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, who has labored to keep his rank and file united in opposition, called it a partisan proposal that "cuts Medicare by nearly a half-trillion dollars and puts massive new tax burdens on families and small businesses, to create yet another thousand-page, trillion-dollar government program.". "Only in Washington would anyone think that makes sense, especially in this economy," he said. (AZCentral -- News)
Do Early-Release Programs Raise the Crime Rate? Sep 16, 2009
But real savings come only when you reduce prison populations, and so some states including California, Colorado and Kentucky have begun releasing inmates early. "The pressure in state legislatures all over the country is to bring down the populations, because we just can't afford the level of punishment that we've had the last 20 years," says Joan Petersilia, a criminologist at Stanford Law School. (Time.com)
