Kentucky Colonels

John Y. Brown Jr., KFC Mogul and Kentucky Governor, Dies at 88

By Sam Roberts November 25, 2022Boston Celtics, Buffalo Braves, Deaths (Obituaries), Elections, Governors, George, Phyllis, John Y. Brown Jr., Kentucky, Kentucky Colonels, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Los Angeles Clippers

Though his political career was brief, after storming to victory with a former Miss America by his side, he made millions by buying the fried chicken chain.

Roland White, a Shaper of Bluegrass and Country Rock, Dies at 83

By Bill Friskics-Warren April 5, 2022Bluegrass Music, California, Country Music, Deaths (Obituaries), Folk Music, Kentucky Colonels, Music, White, Roland (1938-2022)

A mandolin player and singer, he made his mark with the Country Boys (later renamed the Kentucky Colonels), and his influence extended into ’60s rock.