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Steven Lawson requests new trial after guilty verdict

FBI · Bardstown

Steven Lawson requests new trial after guilty verdict

78% Center coverage: 9 sources

He was found guilty in connection to the July 2015 disappearance of Crystal Rogers after a four-day trial. The jury recommended a 17-year sentence.See the Story

Nelson County EMS mourning loss of paramedic who died after crash

Paramedic · Nelson County

Nelson County EMS mourning loss of paramedic who died after crash

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

Nelson County Emergency Medical Services is mourning the loss of one of its own.See the Story

Stitzel-Weller Distillery Just Debuted its Stitzel Reserve Series

Bardstown · Bardstown

Stitzel-Weller Distillery Just Debuted its Stitzel Reserve Series

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

When it comes to bourbon, few distilleries have the reputation of Stitzel-Weller for producing a truly outstanding spirit. The distillery reopened to the public in 2014, and a Whisky Advocate article from earlier this year noted that the distillery now serves as “more of a research and development lab for Diageo.” That doesn’t mean that bourbon enthusiasts aren’t still seeing noteworthy whiskey made under the Stitzel-Weller name — and this week,…Read Article

Motion for contempt filed against indicted Nelson County sheriff, chief deputy

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A motion has been filed by prosecutors against the indicted Nelson County sheriff and chief deputy claiming they violated a no-retaliation order against whistleblowers.Nelson County, Kentucky · Nelson County Read Article

Ky. paramedic dies from injuries related to crash and busy shift

Wesley England, a Nelson County paramedic, died after suffering a heart attack and crashing his vehicle following a demanding shift. He also served with multiple EMS agencies and as a part-time deputy sheriff.Paramedic · Nelson County Read Article

Binder’s Stash, Willett Distillery announce "partnership"

US whiskey businesses Binder's Stash and Willett Distillery have struck a “strategic partnership” covering distilling, bottling and distribution.Bardstown · Bardstown Read Article

Lux Row Distillers’ Blood Oath Pact 10 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Arrives at Retail

Lux Row Master Distiller and Master Blender John Rempe marks a decade of distinction – and secrec...Bardstown · Bardstown Read Article

Old Fitzgerald Returns with 7 Year Bottled-in-Bond Signature Expression

Credit: Heaven Hill Distillery Heaven Hill Distillery has announced Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Old Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey as the legendary brand’s new signature expression. The release comes 155 years after the trademark honoring John E. Fitzgerald, the brand’s namesake, was first introduced in 1869. The new bourbon builds on the success of the beloved Old Fitzgerald Bottled-In-Bond Decanter Series that launched in 2018. He…Bardstown · Bardstown See the Story

Willett Distillery Forms Its First Official Brand Alliance in Nearly 90 Years

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

This collaboration opens the door to new single-barrel and small-batch releases backed by Willett’s heritage.Courtesy of Willett Distillery Ltd From left: Willett’s Drew Kulsveen and Bill Binder of Binder’s StashKey PointsWillett Distillery has entered its first-ever long-term brand partnership with Binder’s Stash, marking a significant shift for the historically independent bourbon producer.The partnership grants Binder’s Stash access to Willet…Bardstown · Bardstown See the Story

Violet McDaniel, 72, of Princeton

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Violet G. McDaniel, age 72 of Princeton, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on June 1, 2025, in Stamping Ground, Kentucky. Born on April 12, 1953, in Princeton, Kentucky, Violet lived a life rich in love, laughter, and dedicated service to those around her. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church. For over thirty years, Violet exemplified tireless commitment through her work a…Coxs Creek · Coxs Creek See the Story

The 10 Best Hazmat Whiskeys That Deliver As Much Flavor As Heat, Ranked

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Getty Image/Merle Cooper The weather is heating up, and we’ve got the whiskey to match it. The rise of so-called “hazmat bourbon” has been well-documented, and nowadays there are more options available than ever. What is hazmat bourbon, you might ask? Simply put, it’s bourbon that, through the maturation process, has risen above 140 proof. The appeal of bourbon at such a high ABV is that it loads up on the flavor and delivers a piquant punch tha…Bardstown · Bardstown Read Article