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 students with the skillsets needed to address the massive growth […]
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 extension in October that will give the state until January
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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 drug treatment and naloxone. The campaign, launching this week, combines
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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 help save lives. Blood donations have fallen short of expectations
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(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 Kris Williams. “He will be a great resource for the
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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 with local health departments across the state, is reminding the
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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 Thorpe, was crushed to death in a western Kentucky underground
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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 open each weekday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., and by
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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 our nation’s roadways”, says Trooper Corey King, Public Affairs Officer
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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 the traffic-heavy summer travel season. “The Kentucky Department of Agriculture
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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 fall, monthly trips are taken to Dawson Springs for lunch
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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, located on Johnson Street next to the Knights of Columbus
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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 Who: Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke Evansville Deputy Mayor Steve Schaefer
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — There will be increased law enforcement monitoring Kentucky waterways this weekend as part of a national campaign to deter impaired boating. A statement from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources says the initiative called Operation Dry Water will be conducted June 30-July2. Maj. Shane Carrier, assistant director of law
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On Friday June 23rd at approximately 10:42PM, the Union County Sheriff’s Office and KSP Post 16 had a Safety Checkpoint at 2091 and the US 60 Bypass. A vehicle driven by a juvenile did not yield at the checkpoint turning onto 2091 toward Morganfield. The Union County Sheriff’s Department attempted to initiate a traffic stop
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