HENDERSON, Ky. – (December 05, 2017) – The Tristate may experience its first dusting to a blanket of snow for the season later Friday night and into Saturday morning. Not only does snow and ice cause travel issues but now the influx of temperatures hold an area of concern for emergency responders. It’s still too […]
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 30, 2017) – Unemployment rates fell in 88 Kentucky counties, stayed the same in ten and rose in 22 counties between October 2016 and October 2017, according to the Kentucky Center for Education and Workforce Statistics (KCEWS), an agency of the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. Woodford County recorded
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Agricultural economists say farm income in Kentucky has rebounded from 2016 levels, but remains well below record figures earlier in the decade. The University of Kentucky ag economists on Thursday predicted 2017 farm cash receipts to reach $5.6 billion, which would be a 3.5 percent increase from last year. They’re also
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — The Kentucky State Parks system is gearing up for the Christmas season by offering candlelight tours, special meals and entertainment. Parks officials say special Christmas tours are planned at such historic homes as Waveland, White Hall and My Old Kentucky Home. Resort parks are planning special meals and events for children.
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A Significant Amount of Travelers are Expected to Hit the Roads HENDERSON, Ky. – (November 20, 2017) — Historically, the Thanksgiving Holiday travel is one of the busiest and deadliest holidays of the year. AAA estimates nearly 51 million travelers will journey 50 miles or more away from their home this Thanksgiving weekend.
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Evansville – United States Attorney Josh Minkler today announced federal criminal charges against 14 individuals for their role in a large-scale methamphetamine trafficking ring. “Drug dealing fuels much of the violence that plagues many of our communities,” said Minkler. “My goal is to make Evansville one of the most inhospitable places in the country to
State Budget Director Calls for Cavanaugh Macdonald to Redo KTRS Pension Bill Analysis FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 14, 2017) – State Budget Director John Chilton will call upon Cavanaugh Macdonald to redo its analysis of the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) pension bill utilizing a more appropriate set of assumptions for comparative purposes. Cavanaugh Macdonald’s initial analysis of the
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GOLDEN POND, Ky. (AP) — Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is offering free Christmas trees to those who want to visit and cut them down. A statement from Land Between the Lakes says permits and guidelines can be obtained online Nov. 25-Dec. 24 or in person at the administrative office Nov. 25-Dec. 23.
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VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a change in the traffic pattern on the Fix for 41 bridge rehab project. Beginning on Tuesday, Nov. 14, contractors will begin paving on the southbound Ohio River Crossing between Evansville and Henderson, Kentucky. During the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the bridge
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (AP) — A soldier with the 101st Airborne Division has died in Iraq from what the Department of Defense says were injuries sustained during a non-combat-related incident. The Department of Defense said in a news release Sunday that 35-year-old Chief Warrant Officer 2 Lee M. Smith, of Arlington, Texas, died Nov. 11
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — An attorney for the man accused of assaulting U.S. Sen. Rand Paul says the attack was not politically motivated but was a regrettable dispute he said most people would regard as trivial. Matthew Baker sent a statement to The Associated Press on behalf of his client, 59-year-old anesthesiologist Rene Broucher. Police
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 27, 2017) – Gov. Matt Bevin has declared Oct. 30, 2017 as Mine Rescue Day in Kentucky in honor of the mine-rescue team members who risk their lives performing rescues during mine emergencies. Throughout Kentucky’s history, these trained miners have been called upon to rescue fellow miners from emergencies arising from fires, explosions, roof
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KSP Offers Halloween Safety Tips Nice Fall Weather My Increase Pedestrian Traffic HENDERSON, Ky, (October 23, 2017) – Trick-or-treaters, parents, motorists and homeowners all play an important role in keeping Halloween safe. Troopers with the Kentucky State Police offer the following tips for a safe and enjoyable Halloween. FOR MOTORISTS Stay alert for
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