Good morning, Kentucky. Here's what you need to know today.
Your Weather Planner
As we kick off Friday, areas near and south of the Cumberland Parkway may have a couple of showers to content with for the morning drive. Elsewhere, plan on a crisp and quiet start to the day. That changes though by the afternoon. Rain will overspread most of Kentucky for the afternoon/evening commute. Although you may not need the rain gear early, you might want to have it handy for the second half of the day. Temperatures will be fairly similar to what we had Thursday.
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Around Kentucky
1. Disabled Kentuckians "Very Frustrated" at Lack of Vaccine Prioritization
Kentucky's vaccine rollout plan makes no mention of those with disabilities. But it isn't just happening in Kentucky. Thousands in Kentucky and millions across the country are being left in the dark about what vaccine tier they fit into. As Adam K. Raymond found out, frustrations are high.
2. "Vaccine Chasers" Vie for Leftover and Expiring Doses
The plan for vaccines calls for tiers but not everyone wants to wait for their turn to get a shot. Some are showing up to vaccination sites hoping to get shots with leftover vaccines. Brandon Roberts caught up with a so-called chaser to find out why.
3. Rapid COVID-19 Testing Becoming More Available At UofL Health
COVID-19 testing is down across the state, but the virus is still out there and it is just as crucial to get tested as it is to get the vaccine. Brennon Gurley highlights a new rapid test coming to UofL Health and explains about what this dual-action, results in 15 minutes, test can do.
Around the Nation
1. House Passes Historic Legislation Protecting LGBTQ Rights, Prohibit Discrimination
2. McConnell Says He'd Support Trump if He Wins 2024 Nomination
3. Press Secretary: Housing Migrant Children in Shelters is "Our Best Option"
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Bluegrass Buzz
Fifty one days until the kickoff of the Kentucky Derby Festival. Two of the most popular events of the Festival are the miniMarathon and the Marathon. This year the runs will span two states and four cities all while adhereing to strict COVID-19 precautions. Here are the details for the 2021 races.
