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101.3 FM WMSK, Morganfield, KY shared Uniontown Elementary School's post.
Old National Bank and Union County Public Schools will be at Morganfield Walmart today until 4 pm to "Stuff The Bus" with school supplies! Come on out and help support UC!
And the winner for the 2 tickets to Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriter Festival is......
Elaine Martin
The Uniontown Police Dept and city of Uniontown hosted an open house reception for Officer Jewely Settle. Approximately 35 persons attended and here her Husband Shane Settle pins her new badge onto her uniform. Officer Settles Family attended as well.
Photo and Information courtesy of Uniontown Police Chief Jeffery Hart.
Morganfield Police Department and the Union County Sheriff Office team up to make an Arrest on Man suspected of Cultivating Marijuana.
A felony traffic stop was executed by the Morganfield Police Department and the Union County Sheriffs Office around 10:54 pm on 07/11/17 in Morganfield Kentucky. Bobby Collins of Morganfield Kentucky was wanted for Burglary 2nd Degree which is a Class C Felony out of Webster […]
Nation’s Secretaries of State Reaffirm States’ Rights in Election Administration
INDIANAPOLIS (July 11, 2017) – Kentucky Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes on Monday led a unanimous group of her colleagues in reaffirming states’ constitutional rights to administer federal, state, and local elections. The members of the National Association of Secretaries of State unanimously passed […]
Kentucky Cloud Career Pathways collaboration to prepare students for technology-based careers
FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 10, 2017) – A new collaboration among state, education, non-profit, and private sector parties was announced by the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet today aimed at creating Kentucky Cloud Career Pathways, which are specific courses and educational opportunities designed to prepare […]
Kentucky gets more time to overhaul driver’s license program
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — The federal government has given Kentucky more time to overhaul its driver’s license program. The Department of Homeland Security has given Kentucky until Oct. 10 to comply with the federal Real ID act. State officials say they will ask for another […]
Gov. Bevin Urging All Kentuckians to Help Combat Opioids
New public awareness campaign highlights resources and treatment FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 6, 2017) – Gov. Matt Bevin is urging all Kentuckians to help beat back the opioid epidemic with a new public awareness campaign that highlights the dangers of opioid abuse and offers information on […]
Critical Red Cross blood shortage prompts emergency call for donations
Give blood or platelets now and help save lives LOUISVILLE, Ky. (July 5, 2017) — The American Red Cross is facing a critical blood shortage and is issuing an emergency call for eligible blood and platelet donors of all blood types to give now and […]
Henderson Community College Names Eric Kerchner as Preston Arts Center Director
(Henderson) KY–Henderson Community College is pleased to announce Eric Kerchner as the Preston Arts Center Director. He will begin his role Monday, July 10th. “Eric Kerchner brings strong arts management and community engagement skills to the Preston Arts Center and the region,” said HCC President […]
Use Caution Around Wild Animals to Avoid Potential Rabies Exposure
Public Health Also Emphasizes Importance of Vaccinations for Dogs, Cats and Ferrets FRANKFORT, KY (Jul. 5, 2017) – As part of the 52 Weeks of Public Health campaign, the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), along […]
States cut safety checks as coal dwindles, upsetting critics
DYLAN LOVAN, Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Kathy Bartlett watched helplessly this spring as Kentucky lawmakers cut back on mine safety inspections and replaced them with coaching sessions on miners’ safety habits. She knows more than most what is at stake. Her son, Rickey […]
Project Offices Officially Open in Evansville and Henderson
Short list of alternatives expected in July Evansville, Ind. (June 27, 2017) – Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke and Henderson Mayor Steve Austin helped to officially open I-69 Ohio River Crossing (ORX) project offices on their respective sides of the river today. One project office is […]
July 4th Holiday Enforcement Troopers to Focus on Impaired Drivers
HENDERSON, Ky (June 27, 2017) — The Kentucky State Police Post 16-Henderson wants to remind motorists to celebrate this Fourth of July responsibly! “This iconic American holiday is often celebrated with family, friends, food, and fireworks, but all too often the festivities turn tragic on […]
Quarles reminds motorists to watch for signs of credit card skimmers at fuel pumps
Consumers advised to contact law enforcement, ag department to report tampering FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 26, 2017) — Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles reminds motorists to watch for signs of tampering on motor fuel pumps as credit card thieves gear up for the Fourth of July and […]
Melissa Polites Named Director of the Year
The centers in Union County buzz with activities under the direction of Melissa Polites. Some of these activities include the following: • Monthly trips are scheduled for bowling; the seniors go twice a month to Owensboro to bowl with transportation provided. • From spring until […]
Improvements to Waverly City Park celebrated with ribbon-cutting
WAVERLY, Ky. — When Charlie Willett retired in from his carpet installation business in 2015, he wasn’t sure what lie in store for him. Little did he know that this spring, a big project would present itself: Fixing up the Waverly City Park. The park, […]
Ribbon cutting ceremonies planned on both sides of the river
Project Offices to Officially Open in Evansville and Henderson Evansville, Ind. (June 26, 2017) – Two ribbon cuttings are planned Tuesday to officially open the I-69 Ohio River Crossing project offices. A project update will also be provided by a project manager. Evansville Ribbon Cutting […]
