Tagged: drought

WUKY In Depth
10:45 am
Thu September 13, 2012

Summer Drought a Challenge for Fall Corn Mazes, Agritourism

Glenn Devine Stands stands in front of his corn maze in Mercer Co.

HARRODSBURG, Ky. - As summer transitions to fall, many farmers are getting their pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and hay rides ready for visitors. But the oppressive drought could put a damper on seasonal attractions.

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Local/Regional News
3:48 pm
Tue August 21, 2012

Meteorologist On Drought: "One Of The Worst Situations We've Had In The Last 30 Years"

Credit Andy Olsen / The Lane Report
Pond outside Nicholsville in 2007

LEXINGTON, Ky. - Lexington may have enjoyed mild temperatures for the last week, but that hasn’t stopped Fayette County from being added to the long list of primary disaster areas due to drought.

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