Happy Hump Day (Wednesday) and this week's roundup, designed to make you a more well-rounded Kentucky dude. In case you missed last week; give it a read.

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Louisville MBB snubbed by NCAA tournament committee with an 8 seed after finished #10. Mark Pope says the Kentucky MBB is prepared for March pressure, despite all coming from smaller schools. Auburn fans will be in Lexington on the 21st for the NCAA tournament, and they will fill the stands as Kentucky and Auburn baseball battle it out on the field. UK Women’s will host the first round of the NCAA tournament in Lexington.

The Hidden Costs of 'Allocated' Bourbon: Are Kentucky Men Getting Gouged?

Kentucky Dude Original, 2-minute read

Bourbon flows through Kentucky’s veins, but lately, the price of "allocated" bottles is leaving a bitter taste. With rare releases fetching sky-high prices and flippers creating artificial scarcity, many locals wonder: Are we being gouged? Is the thrill of owning a coveted bottle worth the hit to your wallet? Keep reading for insights into the hidden costs of rare bourbon and decide if it’s still worth the pour.

The Lost Silver Mine of Jonathan Swift: Kentucky’s Greatest Wild Goose Chase

Kentucky Dude Original, 1-minute read

Forget buried treasure, Kentucky might be hiding a silver fortune in the hills of Eastern Kentucky. Could Jonathan Swift’s legendary lost mine still be out there, waiting to be found?

The Science Behind Cloud Shapes and Weather Predictions

Kentucky Dude Original, 1-minute read

Clouds are more than just pretty sky decorations; they’re nature’s weather report. Those fluffy cotton-like puffs or ominous gray blankets actually reveal what’s coming next. Want to know if you should grab an umbrella or plan a picnic? Understanding cloud shapes is the key. Keep reading to uncover how scientists use cloud types to forecast the weather like pros.

The act of putting your thoughts on paper forces you to define the problem instead of letting it float around as a vague frustration. Once you’ve spelled it out, you’re halfway to cracking the code.

Here’s the Move: Next time you’re stuck, grab a notebook and describe the problem in excruciating detail. Instead of writing “I need to get in shape,” try:

1. What specific goal am I aiming for—weight loss, strength, or endurance?

2. How many days per week can I realistically work out?

3. What obstacles keep tripping me up?

Specificity turns fog into focus.

Why bother? Because clarity is power. A defined problem becomes actionable. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, you’ll start spotting solutions you couldn’t see before.

So, next time your brain feels like a tangled fishing line, grab a pen. Kidlin was right—half the battle is getting it on paper.

Tips for Not Dying: Three Quick Exercises to Stretch Your Life

Kentucky Dude Original, 1-minute read

Want to live longer without spending hours at the gym? These three simple exercises will keep you limber, strong, and moving like a well-oiled tractor—because no one wants to creak like an old barn door.

Because it keeps making reckless swings! 😆

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