InTheKnow-093026-3497

In this September 30, 2026 episode of *In The Know*, MB and Extension Agent Whitney Carmen kick things off by exploring the mental health benefits of a solid daily routine before diving into the practical applications of AI platforms like Copilot and Gemini in their everyday workflow. The episode covers essential community updates, including a favorable weekend forecast for the Candyville Fair and Homecoming festival, the lifting of a local boil water advisory, and a solemn tribute to fallen Kentucky State Trooper Hayden Phillips. The hosts also unpack heavier regional news, from a miraculous local well rescue and tragic traffic fatalities to a legislative debate over the construction of new data centers. Rounding out the hour on a lighter note, MB and Whitney celebrate a Lady Cougar volleyball victory, discuss the nostalgic return of the "Power K" logo to Kroger Field, and share a few laughs over 2026's most-used compound emojis and the golden rules of smartphone etiquette in relationships.