Giftable Music
From folk to rock and bluegrass to jazz, works by Kentucky musicians make great stocking stuffers. Reviews of albums by Ricky Skaggs, Cheyenne Mize and Cage the Elephant will get you in the musical gift-giving mood.
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Oh What Fun it is to Ride
For 28 years, Bardstown coachman Jonesie has been making spirits bright. more »
Nov 18, 2013 by Gary P. West in People
Photo by Wales Hunter
The Year of the Cardinal Begins at the Top
Our 2013 Kentuckian of the Year: UofL Director of Athletics Tom Jurich more »
Nov 18, 2013 by Stephen M. Vest in People
The Sailor’s Log
We shouldn’t forget that we’re surrounded by those who have risked their lives—lost their limbs—for the freedoms we often take for granted. more »
Nov 8, 2013 by Stephen M. Vest in Extra Vested Interest
Photo by Joshua Lindau
Growing Hope, One Hero at a Time
Veterans transition to civilian life and cultivate a sense of purpose by farming more »
Oct 21, 2013 by Kristy Robinson Horine in People
Warrior Horses
Kentucky's greatest asset, the horse, is helping to put wounded veterans on the road to recovery. more »
Oct 10, 2012 by Cynthia Grisolia in People (2 Comments)
He Came Home for Halloween
Meet Master of Horror John Carpenter more »
Sep 20, 2013 by Rachael Guadagni in People
Kentuckians on the Titanic
A presidential military aide and an ophthalmologist were among the unlucky on the RMS Titanic more »
Sep 20, 2013 by Stephen M. Vest in History
Hell Along the Border
The bloody saga of mass murderer and Confederate guerilla Champ Ferguson more »
Oct 10, 2012 by Ron Soodalter in People
At Fifteen
In celebration of Kentucky Monthly's 15th Anniversary, we glance at a few other Kentucky icons and where they stood at 15. more »
Aug 19, 2013 by Stephen M. Vest in | CULTURE |
Tim Collins, UK Opera Theatre
2013-14 Performing Arts Guide
A guide to performing arts companies and venues across the Commonwealth. more »
Aug 16, 2013 in Arts & Entertainment
Photo courtesy of the Nunn Center
Stories in a Click
The Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History at the University of Kentucky preserves the stories of our Commonwealth and its people. more »
Aug 19, 2013 by Kristy Robinson Horine in History
Freedom Fight
Kentuckians crusade against human trafficking and slavery in the Commonwealth more »
Jul 22, 2013 by Ron Soodalter in | CULTURE |
Cheryl Amstutz
Strike Up the Bands
Musicians find their rhythm and create the sweet harmony of community more »
Jun 26, 2013 by Kristy Robinson Horine in Music
Photo by Stewartography
Speed of Life
Owensboro artist Aaron Kizer is on a crusade to wring significance from life's trials and triumphs. more »
May 20, 2013 by Kim Butterweck in People (1 Comments)
Jesse Stuart: A Man of the Country, a Man of the World
Forever connected to the classrooms of Greenup County, beloved Kentucky author Jesse Stuart also taught students and audiences in the far corners of the world. more »
Jan 18, 2013 by Robbie Clark in People (4 Comments)
“If Moonshine Don’t Kill Me …”
Kentucky White Lightning in Song, Story and Fact more »
Jul 27, 2012 in | CULTURE |
Our States. Our Sounds. Part Three: Music for the Multitudes
The final installment of our three-part series celebrating Kentucky's musical heritage. more »
Mar 25, 2013 by Ron Soodalter in Music
Photo courtesy of WKU Athletic Media Relations
King of the Hill
With a coaching win rate of 83 percent, you'd better believe Western Kentucky University coach Ray Harper knows what he's doing. more »
Feb 20, 2013 by Gary P. West in People
Old-time Originality: The 23 String Band
The Kentucky band’s sound can be a little hard to pin down because it’s roots music, old-time music, a touch of bluegrass and a whole lot of original. more »
Feb 20, 2013 by Laura Younkin in Music
Abby Laub
More than Junk
A couple’s labor of love transforms trash into the stories of a community. more »
Jan 18, 2013 by Abby Laub in Arts & Entertainment
Keep on Shinin'
Owensboro educators, advocates and students carry the torch of bluegrass music’s legacy more »
May 20, 2013 by Libby I. Johnson in Music
