Kentucky Living Magazine

Like father, like daughter. Nolin Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation foreman Russ Stanger was on hand to support his daughter's high voltage demonstration at the Kentucky State Fair. Hadley Stanger, a freshman at Meade County High School, is the 2024 KY State 4-H Communications Contest Winner for "Science, Engineering and Technology". This allowed her the opportunity to present her demonstration at the fair. Meade County 4-H Youth Development - KY

"Kentucky Remembers: The Vietnam War" is one of the exhibits at the Kentucky State Fair through August 25. This 10,000 square foot exhibit includes a Huey among several vintage military vehicles. SOUTHWING B, just look for the flags. 🇺🇸 You may even catch a glimpse of Miss America 2000 Heather French Henry!

The #BeautifytheBluegrass finalists were announced recently by Governor Andy Beshear. Learn about each of the beautification projects: https://www.kentuckyliving.com/news/2024-beautify-the-bluegrass-finalists IT'S TIME TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE FINALIST HERE 👉 https://www.kentuckyliving.com/beautify Voting is open until 8/28.

Great seeing all of our #bestinkentucky winners at Kentucky State Fair's opening day!

Pride of the Counties walk through

A quick walk-through of the Pride of the Counties area in the south wing of the Kentucky Exposition Center on the first day of the Kentucky State Fair 2024. Great day for Kentucky Living Day at the state fair.

Gov Beshear kicks off Kentucky State Fair & Kentucky Living Day

The first day of the Kentucky State Fair is also Kentucky Living Day. Kentucky Electric Cooperatives’ Joe Arnold speaks with Governor Andy Beshear to start the fun.

2024 Best in Kentucky Awards

Hosted by Miss America 2000, Heather French Henry, the Best in Kentucky Awards are a celebration of our hometowns, our people and our favorite places. Electric co-ops are led by, belong to and were built by local Kentuckians in the communities they serve. These awards are a fantastic reflection of this community spirit. Since the awards began 15 years ago, Kentucky Living readers have annually cast votes to choose their favorites in categories ranging from food and beverages to destinations and outdoor activities. Brought to you by Cadiz-Trigg County Tourist and Convention Commission.

Watch the #BestinKentucky Awards Show TODAY, August 14, at 10 a.m. (EDT). Hosted by Heather French Henry! Watch on Facebook, YouTube or KentuckyLiving.com. Sponsored by Cadiz-Trigg County Tourist and Convention Commission

CHICKEN POT PIE! This recipe is a true Southern comfort food. Nothing fancy or over-the-top—just familiar flavors like a warm hug. Enjoy! Recipe 🔗: https://www.kentuckyliving.com/recipes/baked-chicken-pot-pie-casserole-with-flaky-pie-crust-topping HEATHER BILYEU, raised in southern Kentucky, is the owner and voice behindthe food blog, Fueling a Southern Soul.

Sights and sounds from the 35th Barnstable Brown Gala red carpet. View our entire Derby gallery here: https://www.kentuckyliving.com/news/images-barnstable-brown-party-and-derby-150

Quilts and co-ops! We caught up with a few co-op members enjoying #aqsquiltweek in Paducah. 🪡 West Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Warren Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation Jackson Purchase Energy Cooperative

GREEK COUSCOUS PASTA SALAD. Make dinner decisions easier! Add this side dish to your recipe rotation. Find this and more at kentuckyliving.com/recipes.

Happy #EarthDay2024. Time to #BeautifytheBluegrass! Whether you're a long-time resident or new to the area, we all have a role to play. Submit or nominate a project by July 15. You'll be helping the community you love and you might even receive recognition from the governor. So, let's roll up those sleeves, get those hands dirty and work together to ensure that our Commonwealth remains a natural treasure for generations to come. https://www.kentuckyliving.com/beautify

The sights and sounds from Coach Pope's introduction as the new head coach of Kentucky Men's Basketball. #BBN

Submitted by Donna Stephens, a consumer-member of Jackson Energy, these chicken wings are a favorite for family night, appetizer, lunch or dinner. Skip the fryer and follow the easy instructions to ensure crispy skin, then toss in any of your favorite sauces. Find more recipes at: kentuckyliving.com/recipes Find more AROUND THE TABLE creations with cooking columnist Heather Bilyeu at: kentuckyliving.com/cook

Kentucky Living 2023 Haggard Award

We have some exciting news to share! Kentucky Living Magazine is the recipient of the 2023 George W. Haggard Memorial Journalism Award, the NRECA’s top award for electric cooperative publications. Jim Matheson, chief executive officer of NRECA, presented the award to Kentucky Living Editor Shannon Brock at the 2024 NRECA PowerXChange in San Antonio. “Kentucky Living has for many years put a strong emphasis on the principals that the Haggard celebrates: forthrightness, clarity and balance in advancing the objectives of electric co-ops,” Matheson said. The George W. Haggard Memorial Journalism Award is an annual honor presented by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association recognizing an electric cooperative statewide consumer publication that best presents “lucid, forthright contributions to electric cooperative objectives.”

This French toast casserole is perfect for prepping the night before and popping in the oven when you wake up. It’s a warm breakfast everyone will love. Find this recipe and more at kentuckyliving.com/recipes

Submitted by Janine Buchal, a Bluegrass Energy Cooperative Coop member, this recipe for verde chili is versatile. Make it with ground pork, chicken, beef or even make it meatless—it is still delicious! It’s super easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal this month. #WeeknightMeal #EasyRecipes #HomeCooking

Qannik had the best snow day ever! Everyone is invited to the Louisville Zoo tomorrow to celebrate her 13th birthday with a Taylor Swift Eras-themed enrichment! Video courtesy of the Zoo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNdrL8YEbjc