Oh, Kentucky

I love Oprah.

Becoming Mustangs.

Excellent point from Mark Maynard in Ashland's Daily Independent: J.R. "VanHoose may be the only non-UK player to receive two standing ovations in Rupp Arena."

Deming High survived an attack on its Black Devils nickname and a consolidation bid, but a July 17 fire was especially devastating.

Good, wonkish story from Amelia Holiday in The Hazard Herald about the Dustbowl League basketball played for 25 years on the city's bright blue, downtown, outdoor courts.

Madisonville's city clerk of more than 30 years says when.

Good jobs news from London and Louisville.

Mariott is coming to Murray, and Glasgow (and the gov) cut the ribbon on the state's new nursing facility.

Pine Mountain State Resort Park is becoming part of Pineville, paving the way for booze to come to Pine Mountain State Resort Park.

Accolade parade: Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken Franchisee of the Year goes to a Bardstown entrepreneur! ... Kentucky's fastest-growing city is Hoptown! ... Owen Countian of the Year goes to a volunteer firefighter of more than 40 years!

Phew! The U.S. 60 desk needs a vacation ... route news from Ledbetter and en route to Hinkleville.

Beautiful crisp morning @wfpark http://t.co/nMIxXEMrN5
— Downtown Louisville (@Downtown_Lou) July 24, 2013