Steve Beshear is lying. His own staff members say he was involved in the firing of Ron Mills. [Page One Flashback]

The Leonard Lawson bid-rigging trial will remain in Lexington. [H-L]

An important Tom Riner flashback. Embarrassment on The Rachel Maddow Show. [Page One]

Yet another story about Steve Beshear lying about his involvement in the firing of Ron Mills. [Jack Brammer]

Thankfully the state’s most prominent newspaper isn’t taking no for an answer. The Herald-Leader knows Beshear and some of his high-ranking officials have tight relationships with the coal industry. [H-L Editorial]

If you missed the live event earlier, the White House has launched its comprehensive Open Government Plan. [White House]

Mitch McConnell wants to stop spending money to help the unemployed. Which is, like, 99% of his constituency. [Washington Independent]

The Gas Station Governor said he isn’t worried about his absolutely abysmal approval rating while continuing to stand against comprehensive tax reform. [Ronnie Ellis]

It’s sad that some dude would waste perfectly good tomatoes by throwing them at Sarah Palin. [HuffPo]

The state school board is set to discuss uniform content and graduation requirements. [H-L]