LEXINGTON, Ky. -- A Lexington-based string of sporting goods clothing stores has been sold to Lids Sports Group, a national chain based in Indianapolis.

Members of the Dawahare family sold Fan Outfitters last week for an undisclosed price. The deal includes the three Fan Outfitters stores in Lexington, two in Louisville and two in Oklahoma and the company's online presence.

MAYSVILLE, Ky. -- Two more Kentucky cities have been certified by the state as cultural districts, bringing the total number to six.

The Ledger Independent reports that first lady Jane Beshear made the announcement that Maysville in northeastern Kentucky and Bardstown in central Kentucky have made the list. The other communities already certified by the state include Berea, Covington, Danville and Paducah.

BALTIMORE, Md.  -- Orb came up short in the Preakness, frustrating everyone who made the Kentucky Derby winner a 3-5 favorite - no one more than trainer Shug McGaughey.

"I'm disappointed," McGaughey said after Orb finished fourth and Oxbow pulled off the upset Saturday.

"I'll be more disappointed tomorrow than I am right now. I know the game. It is highs and lows. Probably more lows than highs."

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- A member of Gov. Steve Beshear's cabinet, Tourism, Arts and Heritage Secretary Marcheta Sparrow, is retiring at the end of May.

A statement from Beshear's office on Friday said Sparrow plans to spend more time with her family, pursue new interests and become more involved in her hometown of Harrodsburg.

BALTIMORE -- Everything's a go for Orb.  The Kentucky Derby winner was in a playful mood the day before the Preakness, making faces for photographers between nibbles of grass outside his stall at Pimlico Race Course.

"He's really settled in well. He seems to be energetic about what he's doing so I couldn't be more pleased," trainer Shug McGaughey said on a warm and sunny Friday morning. "We're excited about giving it a whirl to see if we can get it done and go on to the next step."

Pledge any amount during this week’s Pledge Drive and be entered to win a musical experience of a lifetime!

One lucky winner will walk away with 2 VIP Passes and hotel accommodations valued at over $1,000 for Louisville’s Premier Musical Event, the Forecastle Festival (July 12th-14th). In addition to featuring a who’s who of musical acts such as The Black Keys, The Avett Brothers, and Jim James. Forecastle has consistently promoted local artists as well as focusing on environmental activism and outdoor recreation.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- A Humvee carrying six Navy SEALs and two other sailors overturned during a training exercise at Fort Knox in Kentucky, killing one of the SEALs and injuring the others, military officials said Friday.

Lt. David Lloyd, a spokesman for the Naval Special Warfare Group Two in Virginia Beach, Va., said the Humvee was part of a convoy on the post when it overturned Wednesday night. What caused it to flip remains under investigation, he said.

Wednesday (5/22)

2 Specialized Crossroad Bicycles from Pedal the Planet

Pedal the Planet has gracious donated two specialized crossroad bikes valued at $840 for one lucky winner.

The bikes are equipped with Body Geometry components, such as grips, high volume tires, and a super comfortable saddle. They also feature lightweight alloy frames with rigid forks, perfect for your path adventures or weekend rides with the whole family.

It may not be December, but the year is ending for WUKY - the fiscal year, that is. And it's time to balance the books with a little help from listeners just like you.

That's right, we're talking to you! From May 20 - 24, WUKY will be giving you a chance to support the station you rely on for news, music, and entertainment every day and also putting your name in the hat for two VIP tickets to the Forecastle Festival in Louisville and some great daily prizes.

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