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Visit the Governor’s Facebook page to watch today’s news conference FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 18, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday updated Kentuckians on the state’s continued fight against the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). “We’re going to address all the challenges that are in front of us and we’re going to come out on the other side stronger, better, […]

Visit the Governor’s Facebook page to watch today’s news conference FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 17, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear on Wednesday updated Kentuckians on steps the state is taking to address the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). “COVID-19 has been tough. It has changed so much about our daily lives. It has upended our economy, it has required us to

KYTC launches new online appointment scheduler to promote Healthy at Work guidelines FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 16, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear today announced the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) regional driver’s licensing office in Madisonville will reopen for limited services starting Wednesday, June 17. It is part of Gov. Beshear’s Healthy at Work initiative to safely reopen essential

FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 16, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear on Tuesday updated Kentuckians on steps the state is taking to address the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). “Everybody needs to remember that COVID-19 is still out there, it spreads aggressively and it can be deadly. As part of Team Kentucky we all have to do our part and

HENDERSON, Ky. (Tuesday, June 16, 2020) — Ellis Park on Tuesday received regulatory approval to begin its summer meet on Thursday July 2 rather than the previously scheduled Sunday June 28 opener. The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission unanimously approved the change, which includes Churchill Downs extending its spring meet one day to close on June 28.Ellis

On Tuesday June 16, 2020 the Green River District Health Department (GRDHD) reported 12 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases – 4 in Daviess County, 4 in Henderson County, 3 in Ohio County, and 1 in Union County. The total number of reported COVID-19 cases in the district is 778. One reported confirmed case is currently hospitalized.

Beshear has released tax returns for every year in public office FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 16, 2020) – As the commonwealth is focused on defeating COVID-19, Gov. Andy Beshear today showed his ongoing commitment to transparency by releasing his tax returns for 2019 and once again called on other office holders to do the same. The Governor also released

Suspected Election Fraud Should Be Reported to 1-800-328-VOTE Frankfort, Ky. (June 15, 2020) – Attorney General Daniel Cameron today encouraged Kentuckians to report suspected election law violations during the 2020 primary election to the Attorney General’s Election Fraud Hotline at 1-800-328-VOTE.  “Fair elections are essential to the strength of our Democracy, and we stand ready to do our

On Monday June 15, 2020 the Green River District Health Department (GRDHD) reported 1 additional confirmed COVID-19 case in Union County. The total number of reported COVID-19 cases in the district is 766. One reported confirmed case is currently hospitalized. Of the 766 confirmed cases in the district, 88 (11%) have required hospitalization. The district-wide

Kids Participate Online During Pandemic FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 15, 2020) – It was supposed to be a celebration as Kentucky State Police (KSP) planned to host the fifty-fifth year of their Trooper Island Kid’s Camp. Then the COVID-19 pandemic struck and out of concern for safety, KSP Commissioner Rodney Brewer made the tough decision to cancel

On Sunday June 14, 2020 the Green River District Health Department (GRDHD) reported 12 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases – 3 in Daviess County, 7 in Henderson County, 1 in Union County, and 1 in Webster County. The total number of reported COVID-19 cases in the district is 765. There are no reported confirmed cases currently

Recent drownings are stark reminder to be safe on the water FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 12, 2020) – With the recent summer-like temperatures, many people have been getting outdoors to enjoy Kentucky’s lakes and streams. If not careful, a fun day swimming or boating can turn tragic in a matter of seconds. Conservation officers with the Kentucky

Over 30 organizations across the Commonwealth have built a comprehensive tool aimed at connecting formerly incarcerated individuals with the supports needed for a fresh start LOUISVILLE, Ky. (June 10, 2020)— Today, a group of over 30 supporting organizations launched a Kentucky Reentry Resource Guide for those returning to their communities after incarceration. The reentry hub is geared toward connecting

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky education and health officials plan to meet to discuss how to safely reopen schools during the coronavirus pandemic. Interim Education Commissioner Kevin C. Brown said in a statement that the Kentucky Department for Public Health is working on protocols and will meet with the leaders at the Kentucky Department of