SOS – The Kaintuckeean

What is the coolest ‘abandoned site’ in Kentucky?

This weeks SOS question asks “what is the coolest ‘abandoned site’ in Kentucky?

This past week, the Kaintuckeean has highlighted two abandoned sites in Jessamine County (the Union Mill bridge and the Boone tunnel). One of my favorites was the old school in Frenchburg. But there have been many more.

Anyway, have you driven past something on Kentucky’s backroads that was formerly something grander? A town that is now a ghost town? All of these sites add so much to Kentucky’s rich history and heritage. Please share in the comments below.

SOS: Should Kentucky eliminate references to dueling from its oath?

Should Kentucky eliminate references to dueling found in its oath of office? What are your thoughts on this?

I know that a state legislator is proposing its removal and if his bill passes, this same question will be posed in November to Kentucky voters. In the past year, I have twice taken Kentucky’s oath of office; once as a notary, the second time as an attorney. The solemn occasion of admission to practice law is held in the Supreme Court which is located on the second floor of the Capitol in Frankfort; admittedly, there was snickering during the “dueling” references.

Even so, State Sen. Julian Carroll notes that “[i]t is part of the history of this great commonwealth, and I don’t think that we ought to make any changes with respect to the reflection of that history.” What do you think? For more information, read or listen to a great story heard yesterday on NPR’s All Things Considered.

SOS: What is Kentucky’s best hiking trail?

What is Kentucky’s best hiking trail? Do you have a favorite place to go hiking? Tell us about that place.

SOS or Share on Saturday asks readers to share their links, photos, experiences and thoughts on a variety of topics. The idea is to get you, the reader, to share! Of course, I’d love for you to comment on every post that interests you!

SOS: What is Your Favorite Place in Kentucky?

Today I’m asking, What is your favorite place in Kentucky? Is it a town, a county, a restaurant, a natural wonder or something else? Share in the comments a little bit about it…

SOS or Share on Saturday is a new feature I’m starting. Hopefully, lots of readers will share their links, photos, experiences and thoughts on a variety of topics. The idea is to get you, the reader, to share! Of course, I’d love for you to comment on every post that interests you!