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Kentucky Coaching Search Update: A Quiet Wednesday Night
A day in the middle of a coaching search feels like a week. About 36 hours have passed since John Calipari announced his resignation. Today was a significant day in the Kentucky coaching search, albeit one without a ton of news. It’s quiet out there. A little too quiet.
The Big Blue Nation felt an adrenaline rush on Wednesday morning as Kentucky fans tracked a plane from Texas to Lexington. It eventually swerved, then appeared to land in Georgetown. That plane made its way back to Texas Wednesday evening.
While Kentucky fans followed planes and discovered which Family Feud episode was playing while Scott Drew ate chips and salsa, Kentucky officials were speaking with prospective candidates. The interview process officially began, setting the foundation for the next step in this coaching search.
KSR’s Matt Jones alerted Kentucky fans that Wednesday night would not be the night we learned of any significant developments in the search for the Wildcats’ next head basketball coach.
“Things can always change obviously, but I don’t expect any type of announcement or major movement on the UK Head Coaching search tonight,” Jones wrote Wednesday evening. “There still hasn’t been an official offer and there are still three major candidates. UK has been in contact with 2 of the 3 today but that’s it.”
If you’ve been slacking, the three major candidates are Scott Drew, Billy Donovan and Dan Hurley. The latter made an appearance on The Herd to relish in his latest National Title. He dismissed any interest in Kentucky, describing it as “flattering.” Jeff Goodman does not believe Hurley is going anywhere.
Mitch Barnhart and the UK athletic administration have set the table, pitching multiple candidates what Kentucky may be able to offer them. We cannot share what was said in those meetings or if official job offers were made.
For now, we must play the waiting game.
In most coaching searches, there is a quiet period that does not include substantive news. Prospective candidates must take some time to assess their options before making decisions on whether to pull their names out of consideration or begin negotiating the next step in the process. The quiet is typically followed by a storm. Tomorrow could provide the pivotal moment in the Kentucky coaching search.
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Kentucky Lottery Cash Ball, Pick 3 Evening winning numbers for June 25, 2026
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Hoping to win the Powerball jackpot? Here are 13 things more likely to happen than becoming an instant millionaire.
The Kentucky Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Thursday, June 25, 2026 winning numbers for each game.
Cash Ball
02-08-24-32, Cash Ball: 09
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Pick 3
Evening: 6-3-0
Midday: 9-6-0
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Pick 4
Evening: 5-7-6-0
Midday: 5-2-6-6
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03-13-14-34-45, Bonus: 01
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Takeaways from Kentucky’s home and away SEC schedule for next season
On Thursday, Kentucky’s home and away SEC opponents for the 2026-27 season were revealed and on top of learning the three opponents who they will play twice, there are some very intriguing matchups. In conference play, Kentucky will face six teams who are among the top 25 in many preseason rankings.
In SEC play, Kentucky will play Tennessee, Vandy and Ole Miss all both home and away. The home matchups include Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, LSU, Ole Miss, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas A&M and Vandy. As for the road tilts, the Wildcats will face Florida, Georgia, Mississippi State, Missouri, Ole Miss, Oklahoma, Texas, Tennessee and Vandy. Let’s take a look at some interesting developments from the schedule release.
John Calipari returns to Rupp Arena (again)
In Calipari’s first year with Arkansas, he got the best of Kentucky when he came into Rupp Arena and left with a 10-point victory, a game where you could really feel the tension all game long in the building from Kentucky fans, which translated onto the court with the players. Last season, it was Kentucky who shocked everyone when they stole one on the road against a top 20 Arkansas team after a rough up-and-down season up to that point. Now, the two will face off again as Kentucky will look to get the win in Rupp and make sure Calipari doesn’t get two in a row in the building. It’ll be another highly-anticipated showdown.
Kentucky hits the road at Texas
This is shaping up to be a major challenge for Kentucky next season and may even end up being one of the biggest games of the season. Texas is seen by many as a clear top 10 team, with some even having them within the top five and when you combine that with the fact that the game is on the road, the Wildcats will have their hands full. The Wildcats fell to the longhorns in the 2024-25 season, and it’ll be a much stiffer challenge this time.
Which game could be a trap?
We don’t have the game-by-game dates yet, so it’s hard to say with a lot of confidence, but opponent-wise, Georgia could really give Kentucky fits. In Pope’s first year, his team struggled handling the physicality of the Bulldogs and now, they’ve retained one of their best guards for another year and have added physicality through the portal. Mike White’s teams love to make opponents uncomfortable and they could do that once again down in Athens. Another sneaky team to watch is Oklahoma, who will have very good guard play. Kentucky will face both teams on the road.
Overall, it’s a pretty fair SEC schedule for a Kentucky team who has the capability of a return to being atop the conference once again. Mark Pope has such a system-fit squad and he can do some damage in the SEC.
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Can you set off fireworks in Kentucky? See laws ahead of Fourth of July
Fourth of July festivities to celebrate in Louisville
See the Fourth of July festivities planned in Louisville for America’s 250th birthday celebration.
Fourth of July is almost here, and Kentuckians are getting ready to light up the sky.
Before you plan your fireworks celebrations, it’s important to know what is and isn’t allowed under Kentucky law. Here’s what to know about fireworks laws and safety tips in the Bluegrass State ahead of Independence Day.
Can you set off fireworks in Kentucky?
Yes. As long as you live in a place where local ordinances don’t prohibit it, according to the Kentucky State Fire Marshal’s website.
Are fireworks legal in Louisville?
In Louisville or Jefferson County, larger display fireworks are not legal due to a local law. Some consumer products that don’t leave the ground, such as sparklers, are allowed.
If the cautionary label on the firework has the words “explosive,” “emits flaming pellets,” “flaming balls,” “firecracker,” “report” or “rocket,” it is automatically a no-go, according to the Louisville-Jefferson County Code of Ordinances.
But, smaller ones like sparklers, cylindrical or cone fountains, wheels and ground spinners are legal. Still, don’t let the size fool you − they can burn up to 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
Learn more: Check out these 4th of July events taking place across Kentucky
How to use fireworks safely
The state fire marshal suggests following the following advice when using fireworks:
- Use fireworks outdoors.
- Obey local laws.
- Keep a bucket of water or a working water hose nearby.
- Use fireworks as intended and avoid altering them or combining them.
- Never relight “dud” fireworks. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.
- Spectators should keep a safe distance from the person lighting the firework (the individual lighting it should wear safety glasses).
- Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Have a “designated adult operator.”
- Do not use homemade fireworks or illegal explosives.
- Report illegal explosives to the fire or police department in your community.
- Never allow children to play with or ignite fireworks.
- Read and follow all instructions on the label.
Former Courier Journal reporter Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez contributed. Reach Marina Johnson at Marina.Johnson@courier-journal.com.
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