Tanya Bricking Leach is a freelance journalist who writes about people, science, health and travel. She’s drawn to stories with a strong sense of place and personality. A former newspaper reporter, hospital communicator and video producer, she now works from wherever she is — sometimes from a quiet desk, sometimes from the road. Her work has appeared in TIME, Science Friday, AARP, Fodor’s Travel, Pacific Business News, and GoodRx Health.
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8 weird and wonderful traditions that still exist today at Kentucky colleges
These are the customs that linger, linking today’s students at Kentucky colleges with everyone who came before.
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13 Kentucky State Fair foods to try this year, from Flamin’ Hot Cheetos corn dogs to bourbon slushies
If eating is a big part of your annual Kentucky State Fair itinerary, here are 13 stops worth making this year.
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9 Black-owned restaurants in Kentucky worth a road trip
Discover nine memorable Black-owned restaurants in Kentucky, including where to find them, what to order, and what to know before you go.
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These 6 facts about Kentucky seem too weird to be true
This is no shortage of facts about Kentucky that sound made up, until you discover they’re real.
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5 ways to get a strong start rock hunting in Kentucky
You don’t have to be a geologist to enjoy searching for colorful agates, crystal-filled geodes, and ancient fossils. Here’s where to start rock hunting in Kentucky.
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7 of the most scenic camping spots in Kentucky
Waterfalls, caves, sandstone arches, and miles of shoreline make these camping spots in Kentucky worth the drive. Here’s when to go, where to camp, and what not to miss nearby.
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11 hidden bars and speakeasies in Kentucky that are worth finding
From bookshelf passages to hidden hotel lounges, step past the secret entrances of the Bluegrass State’s most exclusive cocktail retreats.
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8 Kentucky farmers markets where you’ll find far more than tomatoes
These Kentucky farmers markets offer much more than fruits and vegetables. Shop for artisan foods, handmade goods, flowers, and other local finds.
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What $1,300 rent gets you in Kentucky right now
From college towns to major metro areas, the state’s rental markets offer tradeoffs depending on the ZIP code.
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Kentucky’s best swimming holes: 7 natural spots to beat the heat
A former limestone quarry, a Red River Gorge favorite, and a waterfall-fed pool are among the places to cool off across Kentucky.
