Photo by Aaron Burden / Unsplash Covering Kentucky The meaning behind Labor Day and how Kentuckiana celebrates You know, Labor Day isn't just another long weekend- it actually has some pretty meaningful roots. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? Sign up for the free By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Covering Kentucky 'Joy and distraction'; family requests cards for Louisville toddler undergoing risky surgery Reid was born with a rare birth defect that has impacted almost every part of his life. Now, he's scheduled for a major surgery, and his family is asking for help encouraging him during the tough recovery. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Credit: Kentucky Lottery Covering Kentucky Another night, another no-winner; Powerball jackpot explodes to $950 million! We're officially approaching the billion-dollar club, folks. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? Sign up for the free newsletter or subscribe to support our mission. It happened By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Credit: KYTC Covering Kentucky Get ready for major traffic changes: I-65 bridge project will close interstate for two months If you drive through downtown Louisville regularly, you'll want to mark your calendar for summer 2026. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? Sign up for the free By Shay McAlister • 4 min read
Credit: Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary Facebook Covering Kentucky Kentucky Fish and Wildlife euthanizes 20+ deer at Meade Co. wildlife center The agency confirmed late Tuesday that the animals were euthanized at the Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary to prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Covering Kentucky WATCH: firefighters, soldiers, family and nurses line the hospital hall for honor walk Brian Hatt's life dedicated to service ended on Tuesday, with one final gift of generosity. He was an organ donor, and was wheeled into surgery surrounded by support. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky KY volunteer firefighter becomes organ donor after on-duty crash Brian Hatt will receive an honor walk on Tuesday afternoon when he is taken into surgery to become an organ donor, according to a Raywick Fire Department Spokesperson. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Photo by Adam Donshik / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Improvements underway for one Louisville's biggest traffic headaches The I-264 interchange at Brownsboro has become notorious in recent years for causing major traffic backups in all directions, at all hours. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? Sign By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky Body of prime suspect exhumed in KY cold case, one day shy of the 30-year mark Kentucky State Police confirm Marty Dill's body was exhumed this morning, and DNA was collected for testing in the Heather Teague case. By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Covering Kentucky Marion Co. volunteer firefighters facing life-threatening injuries after crash Family has identified Brian Hatt as one of the two firefighters hurt in the crash. He is now in a medically induced coma at University Hospital in downtown Louisville. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Photo by Matt / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Sweater weather?! Not quite... but next week will be a big improvement! The National Weather Service is forecasting cooler temps, less humidity and an overall beautiful week for Kentuckiana! "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? Sign up for the free newsletter By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky 'We failed Jayden Spicer'; Lexington priest covers funeral costs, calls for change Fr. Jim Sichko, a priest out of Lexington, picked up the bill for the funeral plus a proper burial and headstone for the little boy and his grandmother, who lovingly raised him until her death earlier this year. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
