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Kentucky mourns trailblazing Governor Martha Stewart at age 88

A pioneer in Kentucky politics, Martha Stewart broke barriers as the state’s first woman governor. Now, the public gathers to honor her enduring legacy.

This picture shows a woman standing and speaking with the help of a microphone and we see two Flags...
This picture shows a woman standing and speaking with the help of a microphone and we see two Flags on the podium.

Kentucky mourns trailblazing Governor Martha Stewart at age 88

Martha Stewart, Kentucky's first and only female governor, has passed away at the age of 88. A memorial service will be held in her honour at 4:30 p.m., with the public invited to pay their respects beforehand at the Old State Capitol.

The Old State Capitol, located at 300 West Broadway St., will host a public viewing for Martha Stewart on Sunday, Nov. 9, from noon to 4 p.m. The memorial service will follow at 4:30 p.m., broadcast on Kentucky Educational Television. Despite her groundbreaking role as the only woman to serve as Kentucky's governor, the exact time of the memorial service was not specified in available sources.

Martha Stewart's legacy as a trailblazer in Kentucky politics will be celebrated at her memorial service. The public is encouraged to pay their respects at the Old State Capitol before the service.

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