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Hellbender Newsroom exists to make sure Kentuckians have access to clear, fact-based reporting about how decisions made in places like Frankfort and Washington, DC impact everyday life here at home. From policy changes to community stories, we focus on what matters most to Kentucky families.

But across the state, reliable local news is shrinking. Too many communities are left without the information they need to stay informed and engaged. In those gaps, misinformation can take hold.

That’s where we come in.

Every day, Hellbender Newsroom works to deliver people-centered journalism—through articles, social media, graphics, videos, and newsletters—that keeps our communities informed and connected. We also highlight the shared experiences that make Kentucky unique, telling stories from Louisville to Lexington, Bowling Green to Paducah, Ashland to Owensboro, and everywhere in between.

We’re proud to be a Kentucky-based team covering the state we call home. And we believe strongly that independent, transparent, fact-based journalism is essential to a healthy democracy.

We also believe it should be accessible to everyone. That’s why there are no paywalls. No subscription fees.

But that means we rely on support from readers like you.

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Your contribution helps us expand our reporting, reach more communities, and continue delivering the stories Kentucky needs—free for all.

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