Kentucky Colonels in the News

Highway safety pro named Kentucky Colonel for quick, life-saving action - Kentucky Today

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Highway safety pro named Kentucky Colonel for quick, life-saving action Kentucky Today

Greek immigrant who founded Mansfield Restaurant is Kentucky Colonel - Mansfield News Journal

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Greek immigrant who founded Mansfield Restaurant is Kentucky Colonel Mansfield News Journal

Blaine Hagins explains the charitable work of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels - NKyTribune

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Blaine Hagins explains the charitable work of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels NKyTribune

Transportation Cabinet safety coordinator in Pikeville office honored as Kentucky Colonel for lifesaving action - Appalachian News-Express

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:33:00 GMT

Transportation Cabinet safety coordinator in Pikeville office honored as Kentucky Colonel for lifesaving action Appalachian News-Express

The Kentucky Colonel Who Drives Australian Foreign Policy - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

The Kentucky Colonel Who Drives Australian Foreign Policy The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Col. Sanders auction, with fried chicken recipe, Nixon letters, nets $300,000 - Kentucky Lantern

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Col. Sanders auction, with fried chicken recipe, Nixon letters, nets $300,000 Kentucky Lantern

Turning service into belonging: Local spouse earns dual honors as Armed Forces Insurance Spouse of the Year and Kentucky Colonel - DVIDS

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Turning service into belonging: Local spouse earns dual honors as Armed Forces Insurance Spouse of the Year and Kentucky Colonel DVIDS

Doc Hideg honored by Chiefs, named as Kentucky Colonel - The Paducah Sun

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Doc Hideg honored by Chiefs, named as Kentucky Colonel The Paducah Sun

Dolly Parton remembered in Kentucky for expanding Imagination Library statewide - LEX 18 News

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Dolly Parton remembered in Kentucky for expanding Imagination Library statewide LEX 18 News

Claudia Sanders Dinner House, historic Colonel Sanders memorabilia going up for auction - WLKY

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Claudia Sanders Dinner House, historic Colonel Sanders memorabilia going up for auction WLKY

Colonel Sanders bow tie, planner sell at Kentucky auction - qz.com

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Colonel Sanders bow tie, planner sell at Kentucky auction qz.com

KFC founder Colonel Sanders’ home, memorabilia set for auction in Kentucky - WBAL News Radio

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KFC founder Colonel Sanders’ home, memorabilia set for auction in Kentucky WBAL News Radio

The Colonel Comes to Auction: The Personal Treasures of Harland Sanders Hit the Block - Antique Trader

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT

The Colonel Comes to Auction: The Personal Treasures of Harland Sanders Hit the Block Antique Trader

Auction of KFC founder Colonel Sanders’ personal items generates nearly $300K - WLWT

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Auction of KFC founder Colonel Sanders’ personal items generates nearly $300K WLWT

Colonel Harland Sanders memorabilia collection to be auctioned - The Lane Report

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Colonel Harland Sanders memorabilia collection to be auctioned The Lane Report

Henry Casey Camp 92 launches ‘America 250’ celebration with Kentucky Colonel honors - Record Herald

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Henry Casey Camp 92 launches ‘America 250’ celebration with Kentucky Colonel honors Record Herald

KFC founder Colonel Sanders' home and memorabilia are up for auction — with a planner that may contain his secret recipe - Business Insider

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KFC founder Colonel Sanders' home and memorabilia are up for auction — with a planner that may contain his secret recipe Business Insider

Transportation Cabinet safety coordinator in Pikeville office honored as Kentucky Colonel for lifesaving action - Appalachian News-Express

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:57:21 GMT

Transportation Cabinet safety coordinator in Pikeville office honored as Kentucky Colonel for lifesaving action Appalachian News-Express

100+ Colonel Sanders artifacts sold at auction, totaling nearly $300K - WLKY

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

100+ Colonel Sanders artifacts sold at auction, totaling nearly $300K WLKY

Neal James: The long and winding road of Panama City Beach's Kentucky Colonel - Panama City News Herald

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Neal James: The long and winding road of Panama City Beach's Kentucky Colonel Panama City News Herald

Colonel Sanders' Personal Planner Sold for $30,000 at Auction - finebooksmagazine.com

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Colonel Sanders' Personal Planner Sold for $30,000 at Auction finebooksmagazine.com

Toyota Kentucky begins RAV-4 hybrid production, announces new paint facility - WKYT

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Toyota Kentucky begins RAV-4 hybrid production, announces new paint facility WKYT

Auction opens for Claudia Sanders Dinner House, Colonel Sanders memorabilia - WLKY

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Auction opens for Claudia Sanders Dinner House, Colonel Sanders memorabilia WLKY

KFC founder Colonel Sanders' personal items, former home and restaurant up for auction - KSL News

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KFC founder Colonel Sanders' personal items, former home and restaurant up for auction KSL News

New candidate files as a write-in for Boone County Judge Executive - 91.7 WVXU

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

New candidate files as a write-in for Boone County Judge Executive 91.7 WVXU

Throwback Thursday: Personal Colonel Harland Sanders collection and historic landmark to be offered in July 28 auction - WNKY

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Throwback Thursday: Personal Colonel Harland Sanders collection and historic landmark to be offered in July 28 auction WNKY

Father/son duo inducted as Kentucky Colonels - The Telegram News

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Father/son duo inducted as Kentucky Colonels The Telegram News

KFC makes ‘subtle’ change to Colonel Sanders logo — and some people won’t be able to miss it - KTLA

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KFC makes ‘subtle’ change to Colonel Sanders logo — and some people won’t be able to miss it KTLA

Colonel Sanders Collection Auction Tops $300,000 - The Advocate-Messenger

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Colonel Sanders Collection Auction Tops $300,000 The Advocate-Messenger

KFC founder's personal belongings fetch thousands at Kentucky auction - Fox News

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KFC founder's personal belongings fetch thousands at Kentucky auction Fox News

Thomas Massie holds rallies before primary election. See who attended - The Courier-Journal

Fri, 15 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Thomas Massie holds rallies before primary election. See who attended The Courier-Journal

Colonel Sanders' Bow Tie Is Being Auctioned Off And Everything You Thought You Knew About It Was A Lie - BroBible

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Colonel Sanders' Bow Tie Is Being Auctioned Off And Everything You Thought You Knew About It Was A Lie BroBible

KFC founder Colonel Sanders' items up for auction in Kentucky - The Courier-Journal

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KFC founder Colonel Sanders' items up for auction in Kentucky The Courier-Journal

See top-selling items from KFC, Col. Sanders memorabilia auction - The Courier-Journal

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

See top-selling items from KFC, Col. Sanders memorabilia auction The Courier-Journal

We got a sneak peek of the Claudia Sanders KFC auction. Here's what we saw - The Courier-Journal

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

We got a sneak peek of the Claudia Sanders KFC auction. Here's what we saw The Courier-Journal

KFC First Became A Hit In This US State (It Wasn't Kentucky) - Chowhound

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KFC First Became A Hit In This US State (It Wasn't Kentucky) Chowhound

Iconic face of KFC: Colonel Sanders’ home and personal items up for auction - The American Bazaar

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Iconic face of KFC: Colonel Sanders’ home and personal items up for auction The American Bazaar

eXp Realty Agent Jonathan Klunk Helps Bring Colonel Sanders’ Former Home and Original KFC Headquarters to Auction - The Globe and Mail

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

eXp Realty Agent Jonathan Klunk Helps Bring Colonel Sanders’ Former Home and Original KFC Headquarters to Auction The Globe and Mail

KFC founder Colonel Sanders’ signature bow tie and personal planner sell at auction - CTV News

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KFC founder Colonel Sanders’ signature bow tie and personal planner sell at auction CTV News

Earle Combs: Louisville Colonel and Gentleman - Society for American Baseball Research

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Earle Combs: Louisville Colonel and Gentleman Society for American Baseball Research

#UDSB In Richmond For Eastern Kentucky Colonel Classic - University of Dayton Athletics

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

#UDSB In Richmond For Eastern Kentucky Colonel Classic University of Dayton Athletics

UK basketball star Oscar Tshiebwe is officially a Kentucky Colonel - WLKY

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT

UK basketball star Oscar Tshiebwe is officially a Kentucky Colonel WLKY

65 Celebrities You May Not Know Were or Are Kentucky Colonels - WBKR 92.5

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 07:00:00 GMT

65 Celebrities You May Not Know Were or Are Kentucky Colonels WBKR 92.5

PHOTOS: Check out these 50 famous Kentucky Colonels - The Courier-Journal

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT

PHOTOS: Check out these 50 famous Kentucky Colonels The Courier-Journal

Father-daughter recognized as Kentucky Colonels - West Orange Times Observer

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Father-daughter recognized as Kentucky Colonels West Orange Times Observer

Tradition continues at look-alike contest for one famous Kentucky Colonel - LEX 18 News

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Tradition continues at look-alike contest for one famous Kentucky Colonel LEX 18 News

Creator of Freedom Flag commissioned as Kentucky Colonel - Kentucky New Era

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Creator of Freedom Flag commissioned as Kentucky Colonel Kentucky New Era

Gov. Beshear makes Dolly Parton an official Kentucky Colonel - WLKY

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Gov. Beshear makes Dolly Parton an official Kentucky Colonel WLKY

Mike Tussey: There are sergeants, lieutenants and captains and then there are KENTUCKY COLONELS - NKyTribune

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Mike Tussey: There are sergeants, lieutenants and captains and then there are KENTUCKY COLONELS NKyTribune

Judas Priest’s Rob Halford Is Now Officially a Kentucky Colonel - Loudwire

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Judas Priest’s Rob Halford Is Now Officially a Kentucky Colonel Loudwire

Judas Priest’s Rob Halford is Now a Kentucky Colonel - MetalSucks

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Judas Priest’s Rob Halford is Now a Kentucky Colonel MetalSucks

What is a Kentucky Colonel and how do you become one? Everything you need to know - The Courier-Journal

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT

What is a Kentucky Colonel and how do you become one? Everything you need to know The Courier-Journal

Care Net Pregnancy Services of NKY receives Kentucky Colonels grant to provide infant car seats - NKyTribune

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Care Net Pregnancy Services of NKY receives Kentucky Colonels grant to provide infant car seats NKyTribune

Fort Knox military spouse earns accolades for selfless service to community - army.mil

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Fort Knox military spouse earns accolades for selfless service to community army.mil

Paducah wrestling icon Tony Falk named Kentucky Colonel, completes "triple crown" - The Paducah Sun

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Paducah wrestling icon Tony Falk named Kentucky Colonel, completes "triple crown" The Paducah Sun

ROB HALFORD HONORED WITH THE TITLE "KENTUCKY COLONEL" - Eddie Trunk

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT

ROB HALFORD HONORED WITH THE TITLE "KENTUCKY COLONEL" Eddie Trunk

Miles Heizer Talks Netflix’s ‘Boots,’ Max Parker — and That Ending - Metro Weekly

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Miles Heizer Talks Netflix’s ‘Boots,’ Max Parker — and That Ending Metro Weekly

KY Colonels file suit seeking damages, claim trademark infringement - WPSD Local 6

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT

KY Colonels file suit seeking damages, claim trademark infringement WPSD Local 6

Curious Louisville: How Do You Become A Kentucky Colonel? - Louisville Public Media

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Curious Louisville: How Do You Become A Kentucky Colonel? Louisville Public Media

Famous USA Kentucky Colonel Tan Choong Han and Tan An Nee Donate an Ambulance - Issuewire

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Famous USA Kentucky Colonel Tan Choong Han and Tan An Nee Donate an Ambulance Issuewire

Mike Tussey: Kentucky Admirals — right up there with the Colonels - NKyTribune

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Mike Tussey: Kentucky Admirals — right up there with the Colonels NKyTribune

Canonsburg Mayor receives Kentucky Colonel Award - Observer-Reporter

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Canonsburg Mayor receives Kentucky Colonel Award Observer-Reporter

Justin Thomas surprises himself with emotional reaction at hometown PGA Championship - PGA Tour

Fri, 17 May 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Justin Thomas surprises himself with emotional reaction at hometown PGA Championship PGA Tour

News - West Virginia National Guard Aviators honored as “Kentucky Colonels” - DVIDS

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT

News - West Virginia National Guard Aviators honored as “Kentucky Colonels” DVIDS

Barren County Sheriff Kent Keen named a Kentucky Colonel after 30 years of service - Glasgow News 1

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Barren County Sheriff Kent Keen named a Kentucky Colonel after 30 years of service Glasgow News 1

Colonel Sanders Was A Colonel Twice Over But Neither Time Was For A Military Accomplishment - The Vintage News

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Colonel Sanders Was A Colonel Twice Over But Neither Time Was For A Military Accomplishment The Vintage News

This Day in History: September 9, 1880: Colonel Sanders born in Indiana - 21alivenews.com

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

This Day in History: September 9, 1880: Colonel Sanders born in Indiana 21alivenews.com

Death of Hunter S. Thompson to be re-investigated by Colorado agency. What we know - The Courier-Journal

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Death of Hunter S. Thompson to be re-investigated by Colorado agency. What we know The Courier-Journal

Trinity Metals supports tornado relief in Kentucky - Recycling Today

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT

Trinity Metals supports tornado relief in Kentucky Recycling Today

Garrison Commander :: U.S. Army Fort Hunter Liggett - army.mil

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Garrison Commander :: U.S. Army Fort Hunter Liggett army.mil

Five Finger Death Punch's Chris Kael Named a Kentucky Colonel - Loudwire

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Five Finger Death Punch's Chris Kael Named a Kentucky Colonel Loudwire

Hometown Heroes banner for KFC's Colonel Sanders replaced - WLKY

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Hometown Heroes banner for KFC's Colonel Sanders replaced WLKY

Colonel in the house! - Dallas Voice

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Colonel in the house! Dallas Voice

Djibouti officials visit Kentucky National Guard as part of State Partnership Program [Image 19 of 21] - DVIDS

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Djibouti officials visit Kentucky National Guard as part of State Partnership Program [Image 19 of 21] DVIDS

Alpine Distilling founder recognized as Kentucky Colonel, high title of honor - TownLift Park City

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

Alpine Distilling founder recognized as Kentucky Colonel, high title of honor TownLift Park City

He said Young is an example of perseverance - Spectrum News

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

He said Young is an example of perseverance Spectrum News

Kentucky by Heart: ‘Good Works’ of the Kentucky Colonels remains a tradition state can be proud of - NKyTribune

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Kentucky by Heart: ‘Good Works’ of the Kentucky Colonels remains a tradition state can be proud of NKyTribune

Bevin Stops Issuing 'Kentucky Colonel' Titles to Review Requirements - WKMS

Fri, 27 May 2016 07:00:00 GMT

Bevin Stops Issuing 'Kentucky Colonel' Titles to Review Requirements WKMS

Beshear Presents $16 M To Mayfield, New Kentucky Colonel Certificate To Mayor - Radio NWTN

Fri, 13 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT

Beshear Presents $16 M To Mayfield, New Kentucky Colonel Certificate To Mayor Radio NWTN

Five Finger Death Punch's Bassist Honored As Kentucky Colonel - iHeart

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Five Finger Death Punch's Bassist Honored As Kentucky Colonel iHeart

Kentucky Colonels form Southeastern Ohio Chapter - The Telegram News

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Kentucky Colonels form Southeastern Ohio Chapter The Telegram News

LA500 2025: William Ahmanson - Los Angeles Business Journal

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT

LA500 2025: William Ahmanson Los Angeles Business Journal

‘Kentucky Colonels’ award more than $320,000 to EKY Non-profits - WYMT

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT

‘Kentucky Colonels’ award more than $320,000 to EKY Non-profits WYMT

Here's What It's Like At Kentucky's Colonel Sanders Museum - Mashed

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Here's What It's Like At Kentucky's Colonel Sanders Museum Mashed

Historic Claudia Sanders Dinner House up for sale - LEX 18 News

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT

Historic Claudia Sanders Dinner House up for sale LEX 18 News

#ChipInEKU - Eastern Kentucky University Athletics

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT

#ChipInEKU Eastern Kentucky University Athletics

Kentucky Colonel McRill - Sidney Daily News

Wed, 30 May 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Kentucky Colonel McRill Sidney Daily News

Veteran actor Richard Thomas returns to Kentucky in 'To Kill A Mockingbird.' What to know - The Courier-Journal

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Veteran actor Richard Thomas returns to Kentucky in 'To Kill A Mockingbird.' What to know The Courier-Journal

Col. Harland Sanders historic photos - The Courier-Journal

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Col. Harland Sanders historic photos The Courier-Journal

Judas Priest's Rob Halford becomes a lifelong Kentucky Colonel - Rayo

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Judas Priest's Rob Halford becomes a lifelong Kentucky Colonel Rayo

KFC's Colonel Sanders' Kentucky home, restaurant up for sale — memorabilia included - Fox Business

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT

KFC's Colonel Sanders' Kentucky home, restaurant up for sale — memorabilia included Fox Business

Five Finger Death Punch's Chris Kael Named Kentucky Colonel - antiMusic

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Five Finger Death Punch's Chris Kael Named Kentucky Colonel antiMusic

Fundraising on behalf of the Colonel - Your Observer

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 08:00:00 GMT

Fundraising on behalf of the Colonel Your Observer

UK basketball star Oscar Tshiebwe officially sticking around for senior year - WLKY

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT

UK basketball star Oscar Tshiebwe officially sticking around for senior year WLKY

Colonel Phillip Burnett sworn in as new Kentucky State Police commissioner - WHAS11

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Colonel Phillip Burnett sworn in as new Kentucky State Police commissioner WHAS11

Three Actual Military Colonels Debate Colonel Sanders’ Stolen Valor - MEL Magazine

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 08:00:00 GMT

Three Actual Military Colonels Debate Colonel Sanders’ Stolen Valor MEL Magazine

Colonel Sanders' Former Kentucky Home & Restaurant Up For Sale - iHeart

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT

Colonel Sanders' Former Kentucky Home & Restaurant Up For Sale iHeart

What does this outback cop have in common with Elvis, Muhammad Ali and Princess Anne? - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT

What does this outback cop have in common with Elvis, Muhammad Ali and Princess Anne? ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation

E.H. Taylor Small Batch, Single Barrel and Straight Rye, Tasted & Tested - Gear Patrol

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT

E.H. Taylor Small Batch, Single Barrel and Straight Rye, Tasted & Tested Gear Patrol

Centre Athletics unveils new logos - Centre College

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 07:00:00 GMT

Centre Athletics unveils new logos Centre College