Kentucky state represenatative John Hodgson (Dist 36) shared his thoughts on today's tumult within the ranks of tourism leadership. Here's the background info: the Kentucky Supreme Court ruled that Republican-led laws to reduce Governor Andy Beshear's power is unconstitutional.

Today, Beshear revamped the Kentucky State Fair Board and his newly appointed members immediately fired longtime Ky Venues CEO David Beck.

Beck's leadership produced generous funding thru the state legislature for massive upgrades at the Kentucky Expo Center and Ky International Convention Center. Plus, the convention and tourism numbers soared under Beck's relationships with decision makers.

Some of the biggest shows on the tourism calendar: Bourbon & Beyond, Louder Than Life, the farm machinery show, teen sports competitions, faith group conventions, and so many more have expanded during Beck's tenure.

Mike Berry has been named interim CEO, but admitted he's a short-termer.

Will the new leader be able to maintain Beck's successes? Will Louisville tourism continue its upward trajectory now that Beck's longterm connections are severed?

Governor Beshear will hopefully step forward to confirm that Ky Venues can best utilize the $400 million investment in Ky Expo Centers' upgrades.

FBI Louisville's SAC is Olivia Olson, who comes from a family of FBI agents. She sat down with Terry Meiners to discusss public safety, gang related activity, drug running, cyber crime, and cohesion among various law enforcement agencies.

FBI Louisville has a recruitment event scheduled for July 15 from 7-9 PM. To apply, email louisvilleapplicants@FBI.gov

Allison Ball, Kentucky's auditor, has released a 500 page study on Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) finances and teaching outcomes. She detailed her findings in a conversation with Terry Meiners on WHAS.

The picture is bleak with bottom scraping test scores and outdated technology. Plus..."They're very top heavy at the administrative level."

Tom Jurich, former athletic director for the University of Louisville, worked with sports information director Kenny Klein for 2 decades. Jurich reflected on Klein's loyalty and work ethic in a chat with Terry Meiners on WHAS.

Dee Dee Taylor, President of the Kentucky Hemp Association, warns that the upcoming ban on hemp will drastically affect pain relief and emotional balance for millions of Americans suffering from PTSD and physical ailments. She told her story to Terry Meiners on WHAS, joined by Rocco Jerome to ask listeners to act to reverse the decision. 

Use the website HelpSaveHemp.org for more info.

Longtime sports information director for UofL Kenny Klein died this week. Sports reporter Jody Demling shared memories of Klein with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners.

Kentucky's attorney general Russell Coleman chats with Terry Meiners on WHAS

This Saturday brings Gallop for Good to Churchill Downs, a spotlight on 75 nonprofits that are involved in the protection and life care necessary for horses retired from racing.

Claire Simms and Mark Whitten delivered more details to Terry Meiners on WHAS.

Kate Olson and Colleen Walker tell the story of Second Stride, an organization of volunteers that helps former race horses adjust to their new lives as pleasure horses. Eat. Play. Love.

Kate & Colleen told Terry Meiners about the program's mission and ways horse lovers can help.

secondstride.org