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Shively firefighters battle blaze in commercial building

courier-journal.com — Firefighters were responding early Thursday to a commercial building ablaze in Shively. No injuries were reported in the fire on the 2700 block of Seventh Street Road, according to a MetroSafe supervisor. The fire was reported at 6:06 a.m. via an alarm company and witness calls to authorities, the MetroSafe supervisor said.
Joseph Lord Reporter, Courier-Journal @joseph_lord
Shively firefighters battle blaze in commercial building http://t.co/7V1IUw39

Kentucky baseball glad to get over hump, slump

courier-journal.com — LEXINGTON, KY. - It seems strange to talk about a team that has been ranked No. 1 nationally and came within a single victory of the Southeastern Conference regular-season title needing redemption. But that's exactly how the University of Kentucky baseball team felt entering this week's SEC Tournament in Hoover, Ala.
Kyle Tucker Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @KyleTucker_CJ
STORY: A.J. Reed and the UK baseball team went to the SEC Tournament looking for "redemption." They're on their way. http://t.co/a6MvxYd2

Why Kentucky Democrats snubbed President Obama in primary

courier-journal.com — President Barack Obama's underwhelming victory over a nonexistent candidate in Tuesday's primary in Kentucky can be tied to a mix of factors - but mostly to widespread and emphatic opposition to many of his policies, according to state and national political observers.
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
Why Kentucky Democrats snubbed President Obama in primary http://t.co/WbrErJP8

Social work office in Louisville under review

courier-journal.com — After discovering "inconsistencies" in how caseload and staffing levels have been reported, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services has ordered a review of the Jefferson County office of the Department for Community Based Services. The state social service agency handles child and adult protective services and family assistance, such as food stamps.
Jessie Halladay Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_JHalladay
Social work office in Louisville under review http://t.co/Xl05QtM5

Rick Bozich | Rajon Rondo is peerless at point

courier-journal.com — Rajon Rondo has an NBA championship ring. Endorsement deals from Red Bull and Nike supplement the $10 million he makes from the Boston Celtics. What glowing things are left to say about Rondo? Just this: the former Wildcat star is the best point guard in the NBA.
Rick Bozich Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @rickbozich
Rick Bozich | Rajon Rondo is peerless at point http://t.co/VXBR5obr

It's one step at a time, but former U of L star Edgar Sosa back on his feet

courier-journal.com — Edgar Sosa broke the tibia and fibula in his right leg in September on a routine drive to the basket, playing for the Dominican National Team. He'd worked out for the New Orleans Hornets and Phoenix Suns and believed he was on a path toward an NBA roster.
C.L. Brown Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @clbrown_cj
New Story: It's one step at a time, but former U of L star Edgar Sosa back on his feet http://t.co/LlT9KKAs

Around Kentuckiana: 19 Cards, 14 Cats in NCAA track and field competition

courier-journal.com — Nineteen University of Louisville track and field athletes and 14 from the University of Kentucky will compete in the NCAA East Preliminary Rounds today through Saturday at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. The fields will consist of 48 athletes in each individual event and 24 teams in each relay.
C.L. Brown Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @clbrown_cj
New Story: Around Kentuckiana: 19 Cards, 14 Cats in NCAA track and field competition http://t.co/K4aH1o70

Louisville baseball coach gives ace pitcher a rest, starts sophomore against Pitt

courier-journal.com — With the top seed in the Big East tournament, Louisville coach Dan McDonnell took a confident gamble Wednesday night, giving his ace an extra day's rest and starting sophomore Chad Green, who hadn't thrown more than 1.1 innings in any Big East appearance, against bottom-seeded Pittsburgh.
C.L. Brown Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @clbrown_cj
New Story: Louisville baseball coach gives ace pitcher a rest, starts sophomore against Pitt http://t.co/HxSS6VB6

Louisville beats Pitt, 8-4, in Big East Tournament Opener

blogs.courier-journal.com — Dan McDonnell's Louisville baseball team jumped on Pitt with four runs in the first four innings and went on to defeat Pitt, 8-4, in the Cards' first game in the Big East baseball tournament in Clearwater, Fla. About Rick Bozich College basketball is king. If you believe that, you'll have fun here.
Rick Bozich Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @rickbozich
Louisville beats Pitt, 8-4, in Big East Tournament Opener http://t.co/IaWc56Hv via @sharethis

Georgetown nabs another All-State guard

blogs.courier-journal.com — Posted about Bopper Stenzel earlier and now I also have been told that Georgetown College has landed another All-State guard. Rowan County second-team All-State guard D.J. Townsend is also headed to play for Georgetown next season. Townsend helped Rowan County to back-to-back 16th Region titles, including a spot in the 2011 Sweet 16 championship game.
Jody Demling Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @jdemling
Two GREAT pickups for Georgetown College...D.J. Townsend and Bopper Stenzel. http://t.co/6yy97dCS

Here’s the list of Louisville business folks headed to the White House on Friday

blogs.courier-journal.com — Summer Auerbach, Board Chair, Louisville Independent Business Alliance Muhammad Babar, President, Kentuckiana Geriatric and Palliative Services PLLC Terena Bell, CEO, In Every Language Neville Blakemore, President & CEO, Great Northern Building Products, LLC Ashley Bromagen, Legislative Director, Rep. John Yarmuth Lisa Cates, Public Policy Chair, NAWBO Louisville Naveed Chowhan, Owner, Fleur de Lis Stables Lynn Cooper, President/CEO, BFW, Inc.
Chris Otts Reporter, Courier-Journal @cjchrisotts
Here’s the list of Louisville business folks headed to the White House on Friday http://t.co/I5HWgpTO

Candidates respond on Facebook to wins, losses

blogs.courier-journal.com — About Emily Hagedorn Emily Hagedorn is a Neighborhoods reporter for The Louisville Courier-Journal, covering the Highlands neighborhood in Louisville, along with Oldham County and part of northeast Jefferson County. She has also covered Bullitt County for the Courier-Journal and has written for the Bakersfield Californian, the Detroit News, the Lexington Herald-Leader, the Virginian-Pilot, the Cincinnati Enquirer and the now defunct Kentucky Post.
Emily Hagedorn Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_EHagedorn
I think Marc Carey wins for best post-primary response on Facebook. "Well, poopy doop." http://t.co/dnavLKNn #kyelect

Greenpeace protesting at KFC headquarters

courier-journal.com — The environmental group Greenpeace is demonstrating Wednesday morning outside the headquarters of KFC, according to the group. In a news release, Greenpeace said its supporters have unfurled a banner from the KFC building on Gardner Lane protesting the restaurant chain. Greenpeace alleges that KFC uses rainforest materials for packaging.
Joseph Lord Reporter, Courier-Journal @joseph_lord
Greenpeace hangs large banner at Yum! HQ to protest KFC practice the environmentalist group says hurts rainforests http://t.co/Ad4hVrVO

Hike, bike or paddle … Great way to spend your Memorial Day

blogs.courier-journal.com — I'm going to be doing all my running (and probably quite a bit of eating) in New Orleans this weekend. But if I were going to be in town I would definitely be checking out the Mayor's Healthy Hometown Hike, Bike and Paddle event scheduled for Monday.
Jessie Halladay Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_JHalladay
Get moving this Memorial Day! http://t.co/gVHkORjO

Louisville’s creative crowd to talk start-ups at Forge event tonight

blogs.courier-journal.com — Louisville entrepreneurs are getting together tonight over Falls City beer to talk about how to strengthen the local start-up community. It's the second event of the year for , a local group that has been around since 2007 but had fizzled for a while before being revived last year.
Chris Otts Reporter, Courier-Journal @cjchrisotts
#Louisville’s creative crowd to talk start-ups at Forge event tonight http://t.co/igvuZ6Kx

Beshear Derby Party Invitation List

blogs.courier-journal.com — If the key to a good party is inviting a diverse, interesting mix of folks, Gov. Steve Beshear apparently succeeded with the annual gala at the Governor's Mansion the night before this year's Kentucky Derby. In response to an Open Records Act request, the Governor's Office recently released a list of 1,119 folks invited to the party.
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
What do Don Blankenship, Nick Clooney, Phyllis George and Chris Gilligan have in common? http://t.co/Ky72EccA

Quentin Snider moves up to No. 27 in ’14

blogs.courier-journal.com — Scout.com has updated its Class of 2014 rankings and Ballard High School sophomore point guard Quentin Snider made a huge jump. Snider, who has committed to the University of Louisville is now ranked as the No. 27 player in the country and the No. 6 overall point guard.
Jody Demling Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @jdemling
Update on all the local interests in Scout's top 75 in 2014. U of L, UK and IU all in with about 10 prospects on list. http://t.co/xNaTyHMc

Kentucky 2012 primary: President Barack Obama rejected by state Democrats in 67 counties

blogs.courier-journal.com — There hasn't been a poll for some time on President Barack Obama's approval rating in Kentucky. But he got one in the Kentucky primary on Tuesday, and Democrats - yes, Democrats - sent him a strong message that they don't approve of him.
Steven Dennis White House Reporter, Roll Call @StevenTDennis
RT @kakukowski: Louisville Courier-Journal: “President Barack Obama Rejected By State Democrats In 67 Counties” http://t.co/jhwDeTcQ
Amanda VanBenschoten Reporter, Cincinnati Enquirer @avbnky
RT @JRCarrollCJ: Of KY's 120 counties, 67 voted for "Uncommitted" over Obama. Here they are. http://t.co/K7Zj1tgs #kyelect
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
RT @JRCarrollCJ: BREAKING: Of KY's 120 counties, 67 voted for "Uncommitted" over Obama. Here they are. http://t.co/MT5Be2VL #kyelect

42 percent of Kentucky Democrats reject Obama

courier-journal.com — Mitt Romney captured all of Kentucky's 45 Republican delegates in Tuesday's essentially uncontested presidential primary, bringing him tantalizingly close to wrapping up his quest to be his party's nominee. But Kentucky Democrats turned their uncontested presidential primary into an embarrassment for President Barack Obama, countering his 58 percent of the vote with a surprisingly large 42 percent support for "uncommitted."
Arian Campo-Flores Reporter, Wall Street Journal @acampoflores
First, WV Dems vote 40% for a convict running against Obama. Now KY Dems vote 42% for "uncommitted" against Obama. http://t.co/7QJmkvYL

Couple to bring crops to Lebanon Junction market

courier-journal.com — With warmer than normal temperatures in mid-March, Tom and Kathy Marks got a jump start on planting vegetables, herbs and fruits on the 5 acres that surround their Lebanon Junction farmhouse. "We really started early this year," said Kathy Marks, 51. "We took a chance and had to cover the corn three times to keep the frost off."
Charlie White Neighborhoods Reporter, Courier-Journal @BullittNews
Early-planting Bullitt couple to sell crops during 2nd season of #FarmersMarket near the caboose in Lebanon Junction http://t.co/wiqGDaet

Long route to Bowling Green: WKU's transfer from UConn could be worth the wait

courier-journal.com — BOWLING GREEN, KY. - It took longer than expected, but Ray Harper finally landed Michael Bradley. Bradley, whom Harper recruited out of high school, highlights Western Kentucky University's four-man spring recruiting class in men's basketball. The 6-foot-10 University of Connecticut transfer could be eligible immediately and should help bolster the Hilltoppers' frontcourt.
Michael Grant Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @MichaelGrant_CJ
6-10 #UConn transfer Michael Bradley could be worth the wait for #WKU http://t.co/tmmfpWA5 #SunBelt

Greenpeace protesting at KFC headquarters

courier-journal.com — The environmental group Greenpeace is demonstrating Wednesday morning outside the headquarters of KFC, according to the group. In a news release, Greenpeace said its supporters have unfurled a banner from the KFC building on Gardner Lane protesting the restaurant chain. Greenpeace alleges that KFC uses rainforest materials for packaging.
Joseph Lord Reporter, Courier-Journal @joseph_lord
Early story. KFC spokesman disputes Greenpeace's claim. http://t.co/LhA8O3r7

Patchy, dense fog possible for morning commute

courier-journal.com — Patchy, dense fog is possible Wednesday morning in the Louisville area, particularly near valleys, rivers and other fog-prone places, the National Weather Service said. The fog would remain through the Wednesday morning commute, reducing visibility for motorists, the weather service said.
Joseph Lord Reporter, Courier-Journal @joseph_lord
Patchy, dense fog possible for morning commute http://t.co/ZpejyVGQ

Parker has a balanced game and a level head

courier-journal.com — When Jabari Parker walks onto a basketball court, all eyes turn his way. Fans, media and coaches from all the major college powers are not far away when he's playing on the AAU circuit. "I'm getting used to it," Parker said with a smile. The Chicago Simeon Career Academy forward is rated the No.
Jody Demling Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @jdemling
My story on Class of 2013 No. 1 player Jabari Parker and how he has a balanced game and level head. http://t.co/C0LuX3AQ

Eric Crawford | Stay tuned for further updates ...

courier-journal.com — I am not a television executive. I don't run a TV network. I do not even control the TVs in my own house. But I do know this: Rearranging college sports around the viewing habits of the American public is going to result in one thing: Rearranging them again a few years down the road.
C.L. Brown Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @clbrown_cj
New Story: Eric Crawford | Stay tuned for further updates ... http://t.co/26sAmU6B

Eric Crawford | Stay tuned for further updates ...

courier-journal.com — I am not a television executive. I don't run a TV network. I do not even control the TVs in my own house. But I do know this: Rearranging college sports around the viewing habits of the American public is going to result in one thing: Rearranging them again a few years down the road.
Eric Crawford Sports Columnist, Courier-Journal @ericcrawford
Column | Rearranging college conferences around media money means one thing - they'll rearrange them again soon enough http://t.co/1pJjz0Kx

Eric Crawford | Stay tuned for further updates ...

courier-journal.com — I am not a television executive. I don't run a TV network. I do not even control the TVs in my own house. But I do know this: Rearranging college sports around the viewing habits of the American public is going to result in one thing: Rearranging them again a few years down the road.
Eric Crawford Sports Columnist, Courier-Journal @ericcrawford
CJ: Eric Crawford | Stay tuned for further updates ... http://t.co/zc8niXVR

Parker has a balanced game and a level head

courier-journal.com — When Jabari Parker walks onto a basketball court, all eyes turn his way. Fans, media and coaches from all the major college powers are not far away when he's playing on the AAU circuit. "I'm getting used to it," Parker said with a smile. The Chicago Simeon Career Academy forward is rated the No.
C.L. Brown Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @clbrown_cj
New Story: Parker has a balanced game and a level head http://t.co/DKRZkKxO

Big East Baseball Tournament | Louisville hoping for another 'dog pile'

courier-journal.com — The University of Louisville baseball team had its chance to celebrate winning a share of its third Big East Conference title in four years on Sunday. The Cardinals have a tradition of doing a 'dog pile' to celebrate a conference championship, and they did that on the bus trip home from Pittsburgh when they heard St.John's had lost to Seton Hall, giving UofL a first-place tie with the Red Storm.
C.L. Brown Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @clbrown_cj
New Story: Big East Baseball Tournament | Louisville hoping for another 'dog pile' http://t.co/hfmAm7Xw

Incumbent Bullitt Circuit Clerk Abell wins Democratic primary

courier-journal.com — Incumbent Bullitt Circuit Court Clerk Layne Abell defeated former Deputy Circuit Court Clerk Rani Mulvaney Davis in Tuesday's Democratic primary. Abell will face Republican Paulita Keith in November. "We're extremely pleased with the results. I thank my staff and family and friends and voters in Bullitt County," Abell said Tuesday night.
Charlie White Neighborhoods Reporter, Courier-Journal @BullittNews
Recap of primaries for Bullitt Circuit Clerk and Shepherdsville City Council http://t.co/ndgJC2ME #kyelect

Tea party's Massie gets nod in U.S. House 4th District race

courier-journal.com — Lewis County Judge-Executive Thomas Massie won a tea party-fueled victory Tuesday in the Republican primary for Kentucky's 4th Congressional District seat. Massie will take on Grant County Democratic Party Chairman Bill Adkins in November. Massie cruised to victory in the seven-candidate field that political watchers said would come down to him and two candidates who had the backing of the Republican Party's old guard: state Rep.
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
Tea party's Massie gets nod in U.S. House 4th District race http://t.co/8XsCHE1H

Special election on alcohol scheduled in La Grange

courier-journal.com — La Grange residents will decide in July if the city will become wet, which could bring liquor stores and bars selling beer. Led by the Oldham County Tourism Commission, a group of residents collected more than the needed 370 signatures from residents requesting a special election, said Kim Buckler, commission executive director.
Emily Hagedorn Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_EHagedorn
New story: Special election on alcohol scheduled in La Grange http://t.co/AzsnIL0Y

J.J. Jude, Sydney Moss pick up honors

blogs.courier-journal.com — Boone County High School's Sydney Moss, the state's Miss Basketball, and Johnson Central two-sport star J.J. Jude have received a statewide honor. The two will receive the Dr. Rudy J. Ellis Sports Medicine Male High School Athlete of the Year award for the state at next months Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame banquet in Louisville.
Jody Demling Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @jdemling
J.J. Jude and Sydney Moss named Dr. Rudy J. Ellis Kentucky Athletes of the Year. http://t.co/4eZx2BMr

Primary Election 2012 Voter Guide - Oldham County edition

blogs.courier-journal.com — You have a little less than seven hours to cast your vote in today's primary election. Oldham has several races that residents need to take note of. In case you haven't voted yet, need a little push or just don't know who to vote for, here are links to some stories I and other Courier-Journalers have written about the races.
Emily Hagedorn Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_EHagedorn
New blog post: Primary Election 2012 Voter Guide — Oldham County edition http://t.co/pNl6Gv3W Experience Oldham

TARC to raise adult one-way fare 25 cents but holds off service cuts

courier-journal.com — TARC is raising its adult one-way fare 25 cents, but its board of directors decided Tuesday to hold off cutting service to cope with a $4.6 million deficit. The increase from $1.50 to $1.75 for the adult fare will take effect July 1.
Mike Trautmann Metro Editor, Courier-Journal @CJ_MetroEditor
TARC to raise adult one-way fare 25 cents but holds off service cuts. http://t.co/uTAv8giS

Early voting problems in Bullitt fixed; turnout seems low

courier-journal.com — Bullitt County primary elections got off to a slightly slower start Tuesday morning at one polling site. Shortly after polls opened at 6 a.m., a voting machine at Bernheim Middle School malfunctioned before the first person could cast a vote, said Bullitt County Clerk Kevin Mooney.
Charlie White Neighborhoods Reporter, Courier-Journal @BullittNews
Early voting problems in Buliltt fixed; turnout seems low http://t.co/VxEHJhFV #kyelect

Kenneth Faried, Brandon Knight Named To NBA All-Rookie Team

blogs.courier-journal.com — Morehead State star Kenneth Faried has something to celebrate- he was named to the NBA all-rookie first team today as selected by NBA coaches. Former Kentucky start Brandon Knight, who plays for the Detroit Pistons, also made the six-player first team.
Rick Bozich Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @rickbozich
Kenneth Faried, Brandon Knight Named To NBA All-Rookie Team http://t.co/5kel1gli via @sharethis

Former St. Xavier, Kentucky football player charged with assault against a sheriff's deputy

m.courier-journal.com — A former St. Xavier High School football player who was dismissed from the University of Kentucky team in February has been charged with assault against a sheriff's deputy. Daylen Hall, 18, is charged with third-degree assault stemming from an incident on Friday after the St. Xavier and Trinity state championship lacrosse game.
Kyle Tucker Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @KyleTucker_CJ
Former UK football player Daylen Hall in trouble again. http://t.co/CudgENaq

Former St. Xavier, Kentucky football player charged with assault against a sheriff's deputy

courier-journal.com — A former St. Xavier High School football player who was dismissed from the University of Kentucky team in February has been charged with assault against a sheriff's deputy. Daylen Hall, 18, is charged with third-degree assault stemming from an incident on Friday after the St. Xavier and Trinity state championship lacrosse game.
Jessie Halladay Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_JHalladay
Former UK/St. X football player charged with assault on officer. http://t.co/krQ3hn6I

La Grange man charged with throwing can at bus, injuring driver

courier-journal.com — Oldham County Police have arrested a La Grange man for allegedly throwing a full soda can at a school bus last week, breaking the windshield and injuring the driver. The incident happened Thursday when the school bus was moving on Ky. 393. The bus driver told police the can was thrown from a moving vehicle.
Emily Hagedorn Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_EHagedorn
New story: La Grange man charged with throwing can at bus, injuring driver http://t.co/YNXNDcju

Primary Election 2012 Voter Guide - Oldham County edition

blogs.courier-journal.com — You have a little less than seven hours to cast your vote in today's primary election. Oldham has several races that residents need to take note of. In case you haven't voted yet, need a little push or just don't know who to vote for, here are links to some stories I and other Courier-Journalers have written about the races.
Emily Hagedorn Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_EHagedorn
New blog post: Primary Election 2012 Voter Guide — Oldham County edition http://t.co/MPUd93vi Experience Oldham #kyelect

Tom+Chee to open Tuesday on Bardstown Road

blogs.courier-journal.com — I've been looking forward to the opening of Tom+Chee on Bardstown Road since I first heard about the restaurant, and it looks like opening day is almost upon us. Just saw this on the Tom+Chee Louisville Facebook page: This was posted at about 10 a.m. today, which would put their opening for Tuesday.
Emily Hagedorn Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_EHagedorn
New blog post: Tom+Chee to open Tuesday on Bardstown Road http://t.co/XrIt90aR Highlands Lowdown

Trinity graduate Andrew Deeds has been a big hit for Morehead State

courier-journal.com — When no other NCAA Division I baseball program took a serious interest in Andrew Deeds, he caught a break from a fellow Trinity man. Deeds has rewarded coach Jay Sorg's faith in him by becoming one of the most prolific players in Morehead State history.
Michael Grant Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @MichaelGrant_CJ
Trinity grad Andrew Deeds has been a big hit for #Morehead. http://t.co/nBaKZ7m6 #ovc #eagles

Bullitt voting machine malfunctions before first vote is cast

courier-journal.com — Bullitt County primary elections got off to a slightly slower start Tuesday morning at one polling site. Shortly after polls opened at 6 a.m., a voting machine at Bernheim Middle School malfunctioned before the first person could cast a vote, said Bullitt County Clerk Kevin Mooney.
Charlie White Neighborhoods Reporter, Courier-Journal @BullittNews
Bullitt County primary elections got off to a slightly slower start this morning http://t.co/pYQIavqN #kyelect
Charlie White Neighborhoods Reporter, Courier-Journal @BullittNews
Bullitt County primary elections got off to a slightly slower start this morning http://t.co/pYQIavqN

The Accidental Athlete

blogs.courier-journal.com — en·dor·phin (n.) : Any of a group of peptide hormones that bind to opiate receptors and are found mainly in the brain. Endorphins reduce the sensation of pain and affect emotions. Generally, I think I'm a pretty optimistic person. I know police reporters have sort of a reputation for being kind of cynical and jaded about the world we report on.
Jessie Halladay Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_JHalladay
Feeling stressed? Me too. Kick up some endorphins. http://t.co/yC2XRsU7

Shane Hall is ‘liking the attention’

blogs.courier-journal.com — One year ago, Johnson Central High School forward Shane Hall left the Kentucky State AAU tournament in Lexington considered a promising young prospect. Now, after a sensational sophomore season and a lot of improvement in his game the 6-foot-8 Hall is considered one of the state's top players in any class.
Jody Demling Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @jdemling
Shane Hall says Indiana still has "shown the most interest," also mentioned hearing from Louisville and Kentucky. http://t.co/1CM2sK7x

Police: Man fatally shoots self, injures wife

courier-journal.com — A man injured his estranged wife and fatally shot himself Monday at her Buechel area home, police said. The man, who has not been identified, appears to have gone to the home on the 6000 block of Haven Manor Way - near Mercy Academy on Fegenbush Lane - and shot through a window at his estranged wife, said Dwight Mitchell, a Louisville Metro Police spokesman.
Joseph Lord Reporter, Courier-Journal @joseph_lord
Police: Man fatally shoots self, injures wife http://t.co/2pncH16b

Amazing: Reds’ fan catches back-to-back homers

blogs.courier-journal.com — Well, here's a thing I've never seen before. Caleb Lloyd, a 20-year-old Cincinnati Reds fan sitting in left field for last night's game against the Braves at Great American Ball Park caught not just one, but two home run balls. On consecutive at-bats.
Eric Crawford Sports Columnist, Courier-Journal @ericcrawford
Unreal -- #Reds fan catches back-to-back home run balls http://t.co/oTVZ908s #MLB

Ex-Kentucky basketball stars get to prepare Team USA

courier-journal.com — LEXINGTON, KY. - USA Basketball's Olympic preparations will be peppered with plenty of University of Kentucky flavor this summer. On Monday former Wildcats John Wall and DeMarcus Cousins were officially added to the 13-man USA Men's Select Team that will train against the USA National Team from July 6-12 in Las Vegas.
Kyle Tucker Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @KyleTucker_CJ
RT @sports_cj: Ex-Kentucky basketball stars get to prepare Team USA http://t.co/uIO9bhDt

Eric Crawford | Sizing up race is key for jockey Mario Gutierrez on I'll Have Another

courier-journal.com — Nobody much is doubting whether I'll Have Another is good enough to handle the Belmont Stakes distance in pursuit of the Triple Crown. Whether his jockey is seasoned enough to handle a track of Belmont's characteristics is another story.
Eric Crawford Sports Columnist, Courier-Journal @ericcrawford
CJ: Eric Crawford | Sizing up race is key for jockey Mario Gutierrez on I'll Have Another http://t.co/826PnbNF

All yards tested near Black Leaf site contaminated

courier-journal.com — The yards of all 50 homes tested near the Black Leaf industrial site in Louisville have been found to have elevated levels of toxic pollutants, including some known or suspected cancer agents, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency revealed Monday.
James Bruggers Environmental Reporter, Courier-Journal @jbruggers
#epa confirms major #environmentaljustice issue in #louisville: all #blackleaf yards are contaminated #http://cjky.it/MBUpuK

Voters sought in last hours before Kentucky primary election

courier-journal.com — Candidates in Kentucky spent Monday trying to urge voters to the polls for today's primary election, expecting low-turnout elections that are likely to be decided by who has the most motivated supporters. "The lower turnout, the more mobilization and intensity matter," said University of Kentucky political science professor Stephen Voss.
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
Voters sought in last hours before Kentucky primary election http://t.co/U4TMsUYx

3 are charged in 6 robberies

courier-journal.com — Three people have been arrested and charged in six robberies dating to July 2011 in which guns were brandished at employees of banks and cash-advance businesses. For months, detectives with the Louisville Metro Police robbery squad tried to solve the robberies but had little information, said Lt. Jim Mueller, head of the unit.
Jessie Halladay Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_JHalladay
3 are charged in 6 robberies http://t.co/JWYPKhpW

Bill Stewart, former West Virginia football coach, dead at 59

courier-journal.com — Stewart's family notified the university and said Stewart had been out golfing with the longtime friend who hired him as head coach, former athletic director Ed Pastilong. West Virginia spokesman Michael Fragale said he had no further details, and Pastilong couldn't immediately be reached for comment.
C.L. Brown Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @clbrown_cj
New Story: Bill Stewart, former West Virginia football coach, dead at 59 http://t.co/16PtSXIy

Derek Willis talks about drop in rankings, winning State AAU title

blogs.courier-journal.com — It was an up-and-down week for Derek Willis. The Bullitt East High School junior didn't have a great showing last week in the adidas May Classic with the Louisville Magic and then saw his national ranking drop from No. 30 to No. 91 in the Scout.com updated version of the Class of 2014 rankings.
Jody Demling Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @jdemling
Derek Willis talks about his drop in the rankings, win at State AAU and the "target on my back." http://t.co/oXUSILm2

Louisville Loves Mountains takes over block with music, activism

blogs.courier-journal.com — On Friday night I had a few minutes to spend at the fourth annual Louisville Loves Mountains festival on Longest Avenue between Bardstown and Cherokee roads. Louisville Loves Mountains was sponsored by Kentuckians for the Commonwealth, Carmichael's Bookstore and Heine Brothers Coffee. And for those last two, the festival was held right in front of their Highlands shops.
Emily Hagedorn Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_EHagedorn
New blog post: Louisville Loves Mountains takes over block with music, activism http://t.co/0WUUvuRc Highlands Lowdown

Sen. Rand Paul speaks at 8th grade level, Sen. Richard Lugar at college freshman level; overall, Congress speaks at 10.6 grade level, over the heads of the average citizen | Politics

blogs.courier-journal.com — This will cause some arguments. Congress is speaking over the heads of the average American citizen. That fact has been quantified by a study of the words lawmakers use. The Sunlight Foundation, a non-partisan watchdog group, conducted the study. The average American reads between the 8th and 9th grade level.
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
RT @JRCarrollCJ: So is Congress dumbing down or communicating more effectively? http://t.co/gbfqNYsT
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
RT @JRCarrollCJ: IN Rep. Todd Young (R) speakers at a 9.42 grade level. How does he compare to others? http://t.co/gbfqNYsT
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
RT @JRCarrollCJ: KY Sen. Rand Paul (R) speaks at an 8th grade level, right about same level average American reads. http://t.co/gbfqNYsT
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
RT @JRCarrollCJ: KY Rep. Brett Guthrie (R) speaks at a 11.69 grade level, according to Sunlight Foundation analysis. http://t.co/gbfqNYsT
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
RT @JRCarrollCJ: KY Rep. John Yarmuth (D) speaks at a 11.22 grade level, Sunlight Foundation study finds. http://t.co/gbfqNYsT
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Beshear to speak at Missouri Democratic function

blogs.courier-journal.com — Gov. Steve Beshear is scheduled to be the "special guest" at next month's Missouri Democratic Party's Jefferson-Jackson Dinner. The event will be June 22 at the Renaissance Hotel in St. Louis. Parties generally try to get nationally-known politicians for such events. For instance, New Jersey Gov.
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
Beshear to speak at Missouri Democratic function http://t.co/iTqN5uKC

Woman charged with murder in west Louisville shooting spree

courier-journal.com — Cheetara Goldsmith, 24, has been charged in connection with the murder of Makeba Lee May 17 at 32nd Street and Greenwood Ave. Goldsmith is charged with murder and first-degree wanton endangerment in Lee's slaying at a murder scene were two bodies were discovered by police after a shooting.
Jessie Halladay Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_JHalladay
Woman charged with murder in west Louisville shooting spree http://t.co/P4mSEPkW

Hoop Dreams-Maxey rolls to 16U state title

blogs.courier-journal.com — Josh Maxey had the favorite for the 16U Kentucky State AAU championship heading into the weekend and his team sure didn't disappoint. Hoop Dreams-Maxey rolled to the state title at KBA in Lexington, whipping Attucks Wolfpack and Louisville Prospects on the final day of the event before taking out Hoop Dreams-Price 87-65 in the title game.
Jody Demling Sports Reporter, Courier-Journal @jdemling
A recap of 16s division at the State AAU. Great showing by Hoop Dreams-Maxey to win the state title. http://t.co/43pVj2DB

Woman charged with murder in west Louisville shooting spree

courier-journal.com — Cheetara Goldsmith, 24, has been charged in connection with the murder of Makeba Lee May 17 at 32nd Street and Greenwood Ave. Goldsmith is charged with murder and first-degree wanton endangerment in Lee's slaying at a murder scene were two bodies were discovered by police after a shooting.
Mike Trautmann Metro Editor, Courier-Journal @CJ_MetroEditor
Woman shot by police charged with murder in last Thursday's West End shootings. http://t.co/eLh3Vud5 #LMPD

Al Cross | Primary election carries harbingers

courier-journal.com — Tuesday's primary election has gotten little statewide attention, but it contains harbingers of Kentucky's political direction, especially of its Republican Party. The biggest race is the Republican primary for Congress in the 4th District, which stretches from parts of Jefferson and Spencer counties to Northern Kentucky, then up the Ohio River to Ashland.
Amanda VanBenschoten Reporter, Cincinnati Enquirer @avbnky
Al Cross | Primary election carries harbingers http://t.co/6tpClLeJ

Beshear to speak at Missouri Democratic function

Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
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Joseph Gerth | GOP seeks majority in Kentucky House

courier-journal.com — LEXINGTON, KY. - Republicans are getting awfully brazen in their talk of taking over the Kentucky House in November's election. They were sporting pins and stickers during the state party's Lincoln Day Dinner in Lexington Saturday that said "Kentucky House - 12 in 12."
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
Joseph Gerth | GOP seeks majority in Kentucky House http://t.co/aWgvpVcU

State Sen. Tom Jensen considers retirement

courier-journal.com — LEXINGTON, KY. - State Sen. Tom Jensen, who has been instrumental in pushing through key legislation each of the past two legislative sessions despite partisanship that has gripped Frankfort, is considering leaving the General Assembly.
Joseph Gerth Political Reporter, Courier-Journal @Joe_Gerth
State Sen. Tom Jensen considers retirement http://t.co/s7cwWxJw

Ex-Massey CEO part of Gov. Steve Beshear Derby Day entourage

courier-journal.com — FRANKFORT, KY. - Don Blankenship, the controversial former chief executive of Massey Energy, was part of Gov. Steve Beshear's Derby Day entourage this year. Blankenship was aboard the CSX train that took Beshear, other top state officials and guests from Frankfort to Louisville and back on Derby Day, state records show.
Dylan Lovan Kentucky Reporter, Associated Press @dylanlovan
Ex-Massey mines chief Don Blankenship attended Gov. Beshear's Derby festivities as guest of major campaign donors: http://t.co/z7Lru4ZE

The Accidental Athlete

blogs.courier-journal.com — Sometimes when my friend Tawanna and I are working out, doing upper body work that's getting tough, we stop and look at each other and simply say "tank tops." That's how we remind ourselves that we want impressive looking arms and we need to keep going.
Jessie Halladay Reporter, Courier-Journal @CJ_JHalladay
We think our legs are important in running, but don't forget your upper body. http://t.co/eXg112gY