Kentucky, the Bluegrass State, was originally part of Virginia and became the 15th state in the Union in 1792. Constituted as a commonwealth, it is located in the East Central United States. The first Governor of the Commonwealth of Kentucky was a military veteran from Virginia named Isaac Shelby. Governor William Goebel, mortally wounded on January 30, 1900 is the only governor of a U.S. state to have been assassinated while in office.
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Company which specializes in loft conversions throughout the state provides photographs of some of its creations in Lexington and Louisville, floor plans, price lists, and directions to the various properties.
http://www.coolspaces.com/
The official state site provides the state's history, government, and headlines relevant to the state..
http://kentucky.gov/
The statewide association for businesses offers information about government affairs which affect commerce, seminars, upcoming events, and details about membership.
http://www.kychamber.com/
The official Web site for the state police gives options to view information about the department, cold cases, internet crimes against children, and Kentucky's most wanted criminals. Additionally, there is a section dedicated to the sex offender registry and to media relations.
http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org/
Details about an array of possible attractions and recreational sites are available on this official tourism site. Among the features are a free visitor's guide, wildlife watching information, and details about the World Equestrian Games.
http://www.kentuckytourism.com/
Office of the State Attorney General
The top lawman in the state offers on his office's website details about campaigns against drug abuse, consumer fraud, and cyber predators. Also contains recent headlines.
http://ag.ky.gov/
Find clean used cars, trucks and SUVs in West Kentucky. Website features a daily updated inventory, a "special of the week" section, used car advice, information on financing, how to find how much your car is worth, and more.
http://www.paducah-used-cars.com/
The Kentucky Office of Employment and Training
Office locations, job seeker services, and labor market information are featured on the state's site for jobs. Also on this site are news and publications available, as well as online filing for unemployment services.
http://oet.ky.gov/
The Kentucky Real Estate Commission
The organization charges with protecting the public interest vis-a-vis real estate contracts provides information about its rules and regulations, funding, and continuing education.
http://www.krec.us/krec.gov/
