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Horse Country Member Farms Host Woodford County Summer School Students
Horse Country Member Farms Host Woodford County Summer School Students originally appeared on Paulick Report. The heart of Kentucky's Horse Country truly came alive on Wednesday, July 23, as 170 elementary school students from Woodford County's Summer School Program embarked on field trips through the region's iconic Thoroughbred farms. Organized by Visit Horse Country, this immersive educational initiative provided students with unparalleled, hands-on experiences, fostering a deeper connection to the horse, land, and people that define the Bluegrass. From kindergarteners to fourth graders, each class enjoyed a specially curated morning designed to ignite their curiosity and introduce them to their signature industry. Five prominent Horse Country member farms generously opened their gates: Godolphin at Gainsborough Farm hosted the kindergarten class, Airdrie Stud the first graders, Lane's End Farm the second graders, Pin Oak Stud the third graders, and Resolute Racing the fourth graders. The field trips and the work that went into planning each visit are a testament to the farms' commitment to engaging the next generation in horse racing. "It's not every day in Horse Country that we get to work with local students, seeing the pure joy and excitement on the faces of these kids as they connected with the horse was an uplifting experience, it reminded me as to why I got into this business in the first place," said Hallie Hardy, Executive Director of Horse Country. "These field trips were invaluable in showing students the breadth of what 'Horse Country' truly means – not just racing, but breeding, raising, caring for, and celebrating these incredible animals. We believe these moments will spark a lifelong appreciation for the horse and perhaps even inspire future horsemen and women". Each farm organized the content of their field trip to provide both education and entertainment, with the goal of connecting the local students to their signature industry and instilling pride as well. Some examples of the activities from the morning include: Watching the 2025 Kentucky Derby at Godolphin's Gainsborough Farm and learning that the winner, Sovereignty, was born and raised right there on the farm. At Airdrie Stud, the students learned about "hands"; as a traditional unit for measuring horses and recorded their height in hands against the backdrop of a life-size printout of the 2023 Kentucky Derby winner, Mage. The class took home the backdrop for their classroom! 2022 Horse of the Year, Flightline, was brought out of his stall for the students at Lane's End Farm to measure their stride lengths compared to his. Pin Oak Stud provided an interactive experience with the farm's state-of-the-art facilities, including the training track, equine spa, treadmill, equicizer, and observing horses as they went through their morning training routines. At Resolute Racing, the students got up close and personal with Puca and her 2025 Good Magic filly. This programming was unique to the 'normal' experience in Horse Country and required all five farms to customize the field trips with material that met the students at their educational and interest levels. Both Amplify Horse Racing and Keeneland's team who implement their Kids Club consulted on the programming to ensure that each farm had the support to make these field trips as impactful as possible. 'Pin Oak were delighted to welcome the next generation of Woodford County to visit and learn about the Thoroughbred,' shared Michael Hardy, Director of Farm Operations at Pin Oak Stud. 'It was incredible to see their responses when given the opportunity to groom a horse or get up close to the racetrack, but what was most rewarding was hearing them say this was the best day ever when getting back on the bus. Hopefully we have inspired a few new fans.' The collaboration between Horse Country, the participating farms, and Woodford County Public Schools exemplifies an important community partnership for the racing industry, that will bring a positive impact to all. "Horse Country and their member farms did a spectacular job meeting our needs to provide a fun, educational and unique experience for our summer program students,' said Sandra Southworth, District Counselor from Woodford County Public Schools. 'These farm field trips gave our students a deeper connection to their community and a diverse learning experience these students do not typically have access to, allowing us to meet district goals and our mission statement while promoting the individual growth and achievement of each student.' 'I can't imagine having a better time on a horse farm,' added Kindergarten teacher, Anne Brooks. 'I loved that the kids made a connection between where they live and this beautiful place. It was great for the kids to see that they could be part of the horse industry now and in the future.' Horse Country and its member farms remain committed to fostering community connections and offering unparalleled access to the horse. This successful day with Woodford County students serves as a shining example of the positive impact that can be achieved when the industry works together to open its doors to the future. About Horse Country Inc: Horse Country Inc. is a not-for-profit membership organization that offers guests unique opportunities to experience the working horse farms and equine attractions of Kentucky. Through curated tours and events, Horse Country strives to share the beauty, tradition, and profound connection between humans and horses that define the Bluegrass region. This story was originally reported by Paulick Report on Jul 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
Fox News
17-07-2025
- Business
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Temu sued by Kentucky for allegedly giving China ‘unfettered' access to user data
FIRST ON FOX: Kentucky's attorney general filed a lawsuit Thursday against e-commerce giant Temu, alleging that its app illegally gives the Chinese government access to Americans' user data and that the company lifts intellectual property from U.S.-owned companies. In a complaint filed in Woodford County Circuit Court, state attorneys asked for an injunction against Temu, an Amazon rival with a China-originating parent company, for what they described as "multifold" harms. Kentucky investigators identified "code-level behaviors" in the Temu app that involved the collection of users' sensitive personal data in a manner that was not secure, in violation of state consumer protection laws, the attorneys said. "These privacy and security harms are compounded both because the Temu app is purposely designed to evade detection … and because Defendants — by their own [acknowledgment] — have a portion of their operations located on mainland China, where cybersecurity laws allow the government unfettered access to data owned by Chinese businesses whenever it wishes," the attorneys wrote. The complaint alleged that Temu improperly collects users' Wi-Fi and GPS information, as well as camera data without appropriate permission. The attorneys also alleged that Temu brazenly sells products using stolen intellectual property of large and small brands, including that of Kentucky's historic horse racetrack in Louisville. "As of the date of this filing, Temu features dozens of what appear to be unlicensed products claiming to be from Kentucky brands like the University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, Buffalo Trace Distillery and Churchill Downs," the complaint reads. Temu's parent company is PDD Holdings, which originated in China but moved to Ireland. Before launching Temu in the United States in 2022, PDD Holdings founded Temu's sister company, Pinduoduo, a Chinese online retailer. Temu has become known for its heavily discounted products and aggressive advertising strategy, which included three multimillion-dollar animated Super Bowl ads last year. Temu was Apple's most downloaded free app in 2023, according to TechCrunch. Temu's tagline is "Shop like a billionaire," though its pricing structure has in recent months been disrupted by Trump's trade war with China. Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman said the company's "cheap products and flashy marketing" distract from more insidious problems. "Their platform can infect Kentuckians' devices with malware, steal their personal data and send it directly to the Chinese government," Coleman, an elected Republican and former U.S. attorney, said in a statement. "At the same time, they're eroding trust in some of Kentucky's most iconic brands, which could lead to job losses and hardship." The lawsuit is the latest instance of Temu coming under scrutiny, mainly by Republicans, for its ties to China, a top U.S. adversary. Last year, 20 GOP state attorneys general demanded information from Temu's ownership about allegations brought by Congress that its China-based suppliers used forced labor. Temu denied the claim at the time. Fox News Digital reached out to Temu for comment.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Health
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Four new measles cases reported in Kentucky, including three in Woodford County
Four new cases of measles have been reported in Kentucky this week, including three in one household in Woodford County. The fourth case is in Todd County and is not related to the other three cases, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services said Friday. That person was exposed to someone with measles while traveling internationally. The state said none of the four people had been vaccinated for measles. 'Health officials are working to identify others who may have been exposed to those infected while they were contagious,' the news release stated. Dr. Steven Stack, commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health, urged parents to have their children vaccinated against measles, which he said is 'a serious disease.' 'These cases occur amid the largest measles outbreak in the United States since it was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000,' the news release stated. 'The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported more than 1,200 cases this year, including several large outbreaks in other states.' Two other measles cases have been reported in Kentucky this year, including one case in an adult in Franklin County in February and another in March involving a child who is not a resident of Kentucky but was diagnosed while traveling through the state. Measles is a respiratory virus that is spread through the air. Symptoms, which can include fever, cough, runny nose and red or watery eyes, usually start eight to 12 days after exposure, and the rash most people associate with the illness usually shows up three to five days after the other symptoms begin. The highly contagious illness can cause serious complications, particularly for young children. The cabinet says immunization rates among Kentucky kindergarten students have dropped recently. For the 2024-25 school year, 86.9% of the state's kindergarten students were fully vaccinated for measles, below the national average of 93%.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Sport
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Central High School wins Region Two girls wrestling team title behind 3 individual champs
Central High School won the team title during Saturday's Region Two girls wrestling championships at North Oldham. Central won three weight classes and finished with 100.5 points. Moore was second with 81.5 points and was followed by Woodford County (78), Bullitt East (74) and Butler (57). Central got victories from junior Helena Molina Garcia (152 pounds) and seniors Rhionna Baughman (165) and Faith Allen (235). Bullitt East also had three individual champions in sophomores Savannah Martin (100 pounds) and Noxie Melton (145) and junior Emily Schroader (132). The top four finishers in each weight class earned spots in the state championships set for Feb. 27 at the Kentucky Horse Park's Alltech Arena in Lexington. Saturday at North Oldham Team scores – 1. Central 100.5; 2. Moore 81.5; 3. Woodford County 78; 4. Bullitt East 74; 5. Butler 57; 6. South Oldham 53.5; 7. Ballard 51.5; 8. Franklin County 50; 9. Doss 38; 10. Western 36; 11. Fairdale 34; 12. Spencer County 30; 13. Eastern 29; 14. Manual 28.5; 15. Oldham County 28; 16. Southern 25; 17. Valley 20; 18. Pleasure Ridge Park, Shawnee 19.5; 20. Fern Creek 18.5; 21. North Oldham 18; 22. Male 17.5; 23. Seneca 16; 24. North Bullitt 15; 25. Waggener 11; 26. Anderson County 10; 27. Jeffersontown 3; 28. Bullitt Central, Iroquois 0 100 pounds 1st – Savannah Martin (Bullitt East) def. Zariah Hampton (Male), 1:43; 3rd – Hadley Maggard (Spencer County) def. Anijah McGinnis (Central), 3:28 107 pounds 1st – Ana Tierney (Woodford County) def. Payton Pomeroy (Pleasure Ridge Park), 10-9; 3rd – Iris Wells (North Oldham) def. Lexi Proudfoot (South Oldham), 1:39 114 pounds 1st – Juliette Ruiz (Ballard) def. Kimberly Jimenez Garcia (Doss), 22-4; 3rd – Rosie Parra Jimenez (South Oldham) def. London Mosley (Woodford County), 4:57 120 pounds 1st – Lacey Gilbert (Woodford County) def. Camara Carter (Manual), 1:18; 3rd – Laney Doolin (Spencer County) def. Rowyn Eskridge (Butler), 1:44 126 pounds 1st – Tatum Millet (Oldham County) def. Chloe Gallahue (South Oldham), 2:27; 3rd – Khaaliyah Jones (Franklin County) def. Ava Leary (Fairdale), 2:36 132 pounds 1st – Emily Schroader (Bullitt East) def. Natalie Saint Louis (Valley), 5:05; 3rd – Diva Hall (Moore) def. Sasha Tabasinske (Ballard), 0:40 138 pounds 1st – Jelia Ramos (Southern) def. Amirah Macklin (Moore), 19-3; 3rd – Ash Patton (Seneca) def. Kamilah Nana (Butler), 16-14 145 pounds 1st – Noxie Melton (Bullitt East) def. Sonia Tarley (Eastern), 3:19; 3rd – Brookelynn Higdon (Fairdale) def. Evan Hamada (Ballard), 4:29 152 pounds 1st – Helena Molina Garcia (Central) def. Olivia Moreno-Jeter (Doss), 0:21; 3rd – Cathlynn Smith (Franklin County) def. Karsyn Schmidt (Waggener), 0:56 165 pounds 1st – Rhionna Baughman (Central) def. Talayjah Brents (Shawnee), 1:18; 3rd – Olivia Tylke (Franklin County) def. Khloe Thompson (Moore), 2:30 185 pounds 1st – A'Niyah Sullivan (Western) def. Madelyn Lehenbauer (Moore), 1:24; 3rd – Aria McFarland (Butler) def. Mugisha Constance (Central), 3:58 235 pounds 1st – Faith Allen (Central) def. Ja'Kayla Porter (Butler), 1:00; 3rd – N/A Jason Frakes: 502-582-4046; jfrakes@ Follow on X @kyhighs. More high school sports: Matchups for KHSAA Sweet 16 basketball tournaments This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: KHSAA wrestling: Central High School captures Region Two championship
