Community News
HCC 2020 nursing cohort hits perfect score in licensure exam
Henderson, KY – Henderson Community College (HCC) is proud to announce its 2020 nursing cohort achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination—Registered Nurse, more commonly known as the NCLEX-RN. HCC Nursing Program Director Dr. Lori Donahoo said many nursing schools were worried […]
GRDHD Reports 29 Additional Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
On Monday, July 27, 2020 the Green River District Health Department (GRDHD) reported 29 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases – 14 in Daviess County, 1 in Hancock County, 10 in Henderson County, 1 in McLean County, 2 in Union County, and 1 in Webster County. The […]
Kentucky launches new program for young people transitioning from foster care
Youth Villages’ LifeSet provides help to young people in Lexington and Louisville areas FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 23, 2020) – The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), an agency of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), is launching a new program this month to […]
Kentucky Creates Nationally Unique Partnership to Commercialize Tech Innovations
With nearly $1.16 million in funding, Kentucky Commercialization Ventures combines resources from state’s public academic institutions, KSTC and KY Innovation to create tech jobs and startups FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 24, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced today the creation of Kentucky Commercialization Ventures (KCV), a new public-private partnership […]
GRDHD Reports 2 New Deaths and 20 Additional Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
On Friday, July 24, 2020 the Green River District Health Department (GRDHD) reported 20 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases – 4 in Daviess County, 8 in Henderson County, 1 in McLean County, 6 in Ohio County, and 1 in Webster County. The reported deaths were both […]
Shawneetown Bridge in Union County to Receive Updated Pier Markings
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (July 23, 2020) – Beginning Thursday, a contractor will be updating the pier markings on the Shawneetown Bridge in Union County. Located on KY 56, the work should be completed in approximately 2 weeks, weather permitting. Lane closures will be in place from 9:00 a.m. […]
Gov. Beshear Provides Update on COVID-19
Visit the Governor’s Facebook page to watch today’s news conference FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 23, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday updated Kentuckians on the state’s ongoing fight against the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). “This week we have seen some of our highest number of cases of the […]
GRDHD Reports 2 Deaths and 29 Additional Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
On Thursday, July 23, 2020 the Green River District Health Department (GRDHD) reported 29 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases – 18 in Daviess County, 5 in Henderson County, 4 in Ohio County, 1 in Union County, and 1 in Webster County. The reported deaths were both […]
Gov. Beshear: Despite COVID-19 Challenges, Kentucky Looks to Close Out Fiscal Year 2020 Without Shortfall
Visit the Governor’s Facebook page to watch today’s news conference FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 22, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced Wednesday that the state is looking to close out fiscal year 2020 without a shortfall, despite the continuing challenges presented by efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 […]
The American Heart Association’s Evansville Tri-State Heart Walk goes virtual
INDIANAPOLIS, July 22, 2020 — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is converting its annual Evansville Tri-State Heart Walk to a virtual event on Saturday, Aug. 15. The change will ensure the safety of participants, especially […]
Kentucky plans virtual town hall on reopening schools
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky education officials plan to hold a virtual town hall on reopening schools. A statement from the Department of Education says the event on Thursday will focus on reviewing the major points of the state’s “Healthy at School” guidance. It is […]
KSP Hosts ‘Cover the Cruiser’ to Support Special Olympics
KSP Encourages Public Participation FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 22, 2020) – During the last week of July, Kentucky State Police (KSP) invites the public to ‘Cover the Cruiser’ in support of Special Olympics Kentucky (SOKY). KSP posts across the state will have cruisers parked at designated locations* […]
Gov. Beshear Provides Update as Kentucky ReportsSecond-Highest One-Day Total of COVID-19 Cases
Visit the Governor’s Facebook page to watch today’s news conference FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 21, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear on Tuesday updated Kentuckians on continuing efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) as officials reported the second-highest number of cases in a single day. “Here in Kentucky, […]
GRDHD Reports 21 Additional Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
On Tuesday, July 21, 2020 the Green River District Health Department (GRDHD) reported 21 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases – 9 in Daviess County, 9 in Henderson County, 1 in Union County, and 2 in Webster County. The total number of reported COVID-19 cases in the […]
AAA: Western Kentucky Gas Prices Fall Below Two-Dollar Mark
Gas prices in West Central Kentucky are five cents cheaper this week at $1.972, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Motorists in the Great Lakes and Central region are seeing gas price fluctuation on the week. With six-cent decreases, Indiana ($2.16), Michigan ($2.19), […]