Today's Opinions

Everyone knows about March Madness.

But now there’s “April Sadness.”

While UK fans are still crying over the Wildcats’ loss and Duke fans are still throwing confetti, city crews are picking up a basketball for a good cause.

Next week, city crews will battle one another for the crowning reign of “April Sadness” champions.

The city fire department and police department will take the floor at City Hall gym first on Tuesday, April 20 at 7 p.m.

As a reporter, I’ve heard of many crazy things. But for the first time, I actually sat in my Democrat office and laughed out loud.

It was a Friday morning call from Jo Banks. A coordinator for the Youth Livestock Club, Jo keeps me updated on the goings-on of the organization.

I wasn’t surprised to hear from her. But I was surprised to hear what she had to say.

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