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Wendell Berry, the influential Kentucky writer and advocate for sustainable farming, has died at age 92. His daughter confirmed he passed away suddenly and peacefully on Monday at his home in Port Royal, Ky., where he continued writing until recently.
The article outlines Kentucky's stagnant $7.25 minimum wage, contrasting it with significantly higher living wage estimates in Louisville and recent increases in neighboring states. It highlights the disparity between federal standards and local economic realities ahead of Labor Day 2026.