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Biden and Harris will meet with King’s family on 60th anniversary of the March on Washington

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will meet with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s family to mark Monday’s 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, where King delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech at the Lincoln Memorial. All of King’s children have been invited, White House officials have said. The […]

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Kentucky sheriff’s deputy fatally shot during traffic stop

GEORGETOWN, Ky. (AP) — A Kentucky sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed during a traffic stop by someone who fled before being taken into custody, officials said. Scott County Sheriff’s Deputy Caleb Conley was shot Monday evening during a traffic stop on Interstate 75 near Georgetown just before 5 p.m., and the shooter fled, Sheriff

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Husband of missing woman Made Disturbing Online Searches

The husband of a Massachusetts woman who has been missing since New Year’s Day went online to look up ways to dismember and dispose of a body, and clothes and other items belonging to the woman with her DNA were found at a trash processing facility, a prosecutor said at his arraignment Wednesday on murder and other

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KDE’s 2023 Summer Food Service Program to provide training to potential sponsors, other interested organizations

FRANKFORT, KY) – Many Kentucky families depend on free or reduced-price meals during the school year. When school is out for the summer, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Kentucky Department of Education’s Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) helps to ensure that children continue to receive nutritious meals to bridge the nutrition gap

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Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-staff for National
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 6, 2022) – In accordance with a proclamation from the White House, Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022, in observance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is in memory and honor of the more

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Gov. Beshear Announces Two-Year Federal Extension of REAL ID Enforcement Deadline

Offers Kentuckians more time to apply for a compliant license or ID card FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 5, 2022) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced today that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has extended the REAL ID Act enforcement date by two years offering Kentuckians, and residents of other states, more time to request a compliant driving or

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DEACONESS TO OFFER DRIVE-THRU AND IN OFFICE FLU AND COVID-19 BOOSTER CLINICS

TRI-STATE – During the months of October and November, Deaconess will offer flu shot and COVID-19 booster clinics across the Tri-State. Appointments are required for all dates and locations. The flu vaccine and the new bivalent Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 booster will be available at the locations below:           Flu or COVID-19 vaccine/booster appointments can be

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Governor Beshear Urges Caution as Wildfire Hazard Season Begins October 1

Extra vigilance is urged; Kentucky outdoor burning law in place FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 29, 2022) – Governor Beshear and Energy and Environment Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Goodman urged every Kentuckian to be alert as Fall wildfire hazard season in Kentucky begins October 1, bringing outdoor burning restrictions to the state. “With regions of the Commonwealth recovering from flooding

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New Report Shows Highlights Huge Impact of Henderson Community College on Local Business Community

First-ever report released in connection with National Workforce Development Month Henderson, Ky. – Henderson Community College Workforce Solutions partnered with local companiesto invest $66,400 in TRAINS funding for job training initiatives in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, found a newreport on enrollment and workforce development. The Kentucky Community & Technical College System(KCTCS) released its inaugural Workforce

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Kentucky Judicial Commission on Mental Health meets for first time to discuss charge, next steps

  FRANKFORT, Ky., Sept. 22, 2022 –The Supreme Court announced the creation of the Kentucky Judicial Commission on Mental Health in August and today held its first meeting with the commission’s newly appointed members. The discussions focused on how the group will carry out its charge to help people involved with the justice system who are also dealing with mental health issues, substance use or

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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Announces Adopt-a-Highway Art Contest for 2022

Deadline for students to submit artwork is Oct. 28 FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 21, 2022) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announces that entries are being accepted for the 2022 edition of its popular Adopt-a-Highway art contest for Kentucky school students. The theme is Adopt-a-Highway: Keep Kentucky Clean and Green. “Trash-free roadsides not only maintain our scenic landscapes,

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AAA: Gas Prices Drop in Kentucky

Gas prices in West Central Kentucky are nine cents lower this week at $3.199, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. This week’s average prices: Western Central KY Average                $3.199Average price during the week of September 12, 2022                      $3.285Average price during the week of September 20, 2021   

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Ferry closed due to low water levels on Mississippi River

HICKMAN, Ky. (AP) — A ferry that carries vehicles across the Mississippi River between Kentucky and Missouri has closed temporarily due to low water levels, officials said. When the river gets too low, it becomes difficult for vehicles to load and off-load from the Dorena-Hickman Ferry at both landings, the Kentucky Transportation Department said in

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State starting over to upgrade unemployment computer system

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky is dealing with another major delay in replacing its antiquated computer system at the Office of Unemployment Insurance. The state recently canceled the latest request for proposals for the upgrade project and reluctantly decided to start over, Education and Labor Cabinet Secretary Jamie Link said Thursday. Proposals by interested vendors

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Churchill Downs Incorporated Enters Definitive Agreement to Acquire Ellis Park in Henderson, Kentucky

Acquisition of Historic Thoroughbred Racetrack Affords CDI the Opportunityto Construct Gaming and Entertainment Venue in Owensboro, Kentucky LOUISVILLE, Ky. (September 15, 2022) – Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN)announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ellis Park Racing & Gaming (“EllisPark”) in Henderson, Kentucky, from Enchantment Holdings, LLC, an affiliate of

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