There were challenges, sure, but there was also plenty to celebrate in 2016, especially in the Bluegrass state. Here's a look back at the events and people who helped Kentucky kick ass this year.

What a summer! From Bill Murray in a KY for KY tee to Cocaine Bear and tubin' on the creek, we've had some wild times and the fun keeps rolling on. Thanks for helping us make it epic, y'all!

More than 20,000 people packed downtown Cynthiana, Kentucky, last Saturday for the first ever The Walking Dead Day celebration. Here are a few highlights.

Hoards of "The Walking Dead" fans are expected to descend on downtown Cynthiana this Saturday during the first-ever The Walking Dead Day.

Internationally known street artist Odeith returns to Kentucky to create an epic Walking Dead mural on the side of the Rohs Opera House.