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WKU to face EKU and Austin Peay in midweek baseball matchups

Western Kentucky University Baseball prepares for back-to-back midweek games against Eastern Kentucky University and Austin Peay. The Hilltoppers aim to build on recent wins as they host one game and travel for another.


Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee

House committee discusses Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act and rural community resolution

Chairman Brett Guthrie spoke at a congressional hearing about repealing fossil fuel bans for federal buildings under H.R. 4690 while expressing support for rural communities through another resolution. The session highlighted debates over reliable energy sources during emergencies as well as efforts by Republicans focused on economic growth.
U.S. Senator Rand Paul

Rand Paul calls for surveillance reform and expanded right-to-try access in April statements

Senator Rand Paul posted statements in April addressing concerns about government surveillance under FISA and advocating for greater patient access to Schedule I drugs through Right to Try laws.
Robbie Fletcher, Ed.D. Commissioner of Education for the Kentucky Department of Education

Edmonson County schools enrolled 146 third grade students in 2024-25

Edmonson County schools enrolled 146 third grade students in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

Hilltoppers complete third weekend of outdoor track and field competition

Western Kentucky University’s track and field teams completed their third weekend of outdoor meets across three states on April 18, recording several top finishes including new school records and podium sweeps.


U.S. Senator Rand Paul

Rand Paul announces support for gun records bill and calls to abolish education department

Senator Rand Paul posted on April 17 about signing onto legislation restricting ATF gun record retention and called for abolishing the Department of Education.
Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee

House passes bills to reduce Clean Air Act requirements and support manufacturing

The House has passed two bills designed to ease Clean Air Act regulations affecting manufacturers. Supporters say this will lower costs by removing duplicate reviews while protecting states from being penalized over foreign emissions.
Robbie Fletcher, Ed.D. Commissioner of Education for the Kentucky Department of Education

How many third grade students were enrolled in Butler County schools in 2024-25?

Butler County schools enrolled nine fewer third grade students in the 2024-25 school year than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.