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Three More Health Insurance Exchanges Get Approval

One of the requirements of the Affordable Care Act involves the creation of health insurance exchanges. Recently, the Obama Administration gave conditional approval to the state-based health insurance exchanges of six states. Now, two more, and the District of Colombia, have gained approval. This brings the current total to nine. When it comes to health insurance exchanges, there are three options that a state can choose from. They can create a state-based exchange. They can work on a partnership between their state and the federal government. Or, a state can choose to have the federal government create and run their … Continue reading →

Kentucky Genealogy Resources

The state of Kentucky is known as “the Bluegrass State”. Genealogists who are seeking information about their ancestors quickly learn that it helps if you can search through records that are specific to the state that the ancestor lived in. Here are some helpful Kentucky Genealogy resources to start with. KYGenWeb is a great resource to start with. The website has tons of links to online resources that are specific to Kentucky. Use a drop down box to “jump” to a specific county. Or, click on links to “Obituaries”, “Cemeteries”, or “Newspapers on Microfilm” (from the University of Kentucky interlibrary … Continue reading →

Scary Places: Bobby Mackey’s Music World

I know what you are thinking – “What in the world?” How can a place called Bobby Mackey’s Music World be haunted? Well, I was thinking the same thing, but then the name kept appearing in research. The other night, I was scanning the channels and ran across a listing for it on one of the many ghost series that are being shown on television this week. Well, that was enough to convince me to further investigate this nightclub that is known as “Hell’s Gate.” The nightclub, which is located in Wilder, Kentucky, reportedly stands on land that used to … Continue reading →

Scary Places: Waverly Hills Sanatorium

What could be creepier than a sanatorium? In the case of the Waverly Hills Sanatorium in Louisville, Kentucky, not much! It opened in 1910 for tuberculosis patients. While tuberculosis can often be successfully treated today, back then, the patients were locked away. When streptomycin, an antibiotic, was finally introduced in 1943 to treat tuberculosis, the number of patients gradually fell and Waverly Hills was closed in 1961. (This work has been released into the public domain by the copyright holder.) However, it was reopened as a hospital in 1962, but then closed again in 1981, allegedly due to the mistreatment … Continue reading →

Sunday Travel Funnies: It’s All How You Look at It

What would you think if you were driving down a suburban street and found yourself at the end of a radar gun… being held by an 11-year-old? Would you slow down? Drivers in Louisville, Kentucky have. In fact, so many motorists have laid off the gas pedal when they see young Landon Wilburn that he has made front page news across the country. Since police can’t be everywhere, the enterprising boy took matters into his own hands. According to Wilburn, speeding motorists were out of control in his Louisville subdivision and when he shouts to drivers to slow down didn’t … Continue reading →

There’s Still Time to Snag a Super Summer Travel Deal

It’s true; summer vacation for some folks is rapidly drawing to a close. Wal-Mart already has its back-to-school supplies out and in some states where year-round school is in place classes for the new year begin in a couple of weeks. If your family has yet to escape on a summer getaway the clock is ticking. The good news is that there are still a number of travel deals to be had. Take a look: HAWAII Securing a flight to Hawaii has gotten harder and more expensive in the last few months so this next deal is a rare find. … Continue reading →

Finger Lickin’ Good Times on the Road

May is National BBQ Month and to celebrate I would love nothing more than to make a lifelong dream of mine come true. Regular readers of this blog know that I have fantasized of crisscrossing the country in search of the nation’s best ribs. But with gas prices nearing record highs it looks like my dream trip will be put on the back burner for at least another year. However, if you have the time, money and appetite there’s no stopping you from heading out to some of the country’s biggest cookouts. I’m not just talking about any ol’ barbeque; … Continue reading →

Hollywood Invades Kentucky

Good ol’ George Clooney is at it again. The hunky Oscar-winner is taking a break from aiding those in the war-torn Darfur region and giving some Kentucky residents a chance to get glammed up Hollywood style. For one night, the tiny town of Maysville, Kentucky will go Hollywood thanks to their famous hometown hero. On Monday night the 46-year-old actor-director will visit the northern Kentucky town for a special screening of his new movie, “Leatherheads.” “The whole town is abuzz,” Maysville’s mayor told news reporters. The former “ER” hottie, who went on to win an Academy Award for his role … Continue reading →

More Travel Deals Commemorating Black History Month

As I mentioned in my previous blog the significance of Black History Month is not being lost on B&Bs across the country. During the month of February dozens of lodgings are offering deep discounts to commemorate the annual celebration that honors contributions made by African Americans the world over. The following are a few more B&Bs that are offering incredible deals throughout the month. MARYLAND Located in Cambridge’s historic district, near Long Wharf Marina the Queen Anne-style Cambridge House is near several sites related to African-American history: the Harriet Tubman Museum; the Bazzel Methodist Church, where Tubman’s family worshipped; the … Continue reading →

Another Educational Destination

How many times has this happened to you? You plan a family trip to an amusement park only to be left holding on to massive stuffed animals in the sweltering heat; being begged for money to buy just one more choco-taco; and listening to whiny kids complain about walking in wet shoes after getting soaked on the Roarin’ Rapids ride. Is it time for an education vacation? In previous blogs I’ve spotlighted several popular destinations around the nation that offer hands on learning experiences for children… and their parents. This time I’m turning my attention to Boonesboro, Kentucky. If you … Continue reading →