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Gov. Beshear: Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available for Those in 37 Counties Affected by Severe Storms in April

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Kentuckians in counties that received federal approvalfor individual assistance may be eligible FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 21, 2025) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced today that Kentucky is expanding eligibility for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) to include individuals in 24 additional counties who are out of work as a result of severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides […]

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HCC Student Success Celebrations Set for May 9

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HENDERSON, Ky.  – Henderson Community College will be holding celebrations of student success. All events will be held on Friday, May 9, at the Preston Arts Center on the HCC campus. According to HCC Associate Registrar Tammie Zuber, 207 students have applied for 351 credentials, including 138 two-year degrees, 136 certificates and 15 diplomas. The

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Kentucky State Police Locates Missing Person in Crittenden County

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UPDATE: Dakota Hunter has been located safely. MARION Ky. (May 5, 2025,) – On May 4, 2025, at approximately 5:37 p.m. Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 2 received a call of a missing person in Crittenden County. Dakota D. Hunter, 27, of Marion, was last seen leaving his residence in Marion on foot at approximately 3:00 p.m.

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Gov. Beshear: Kentucky Overdose Deaths Decline by 30.2% in 2024

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Third consecutive annual decrease; Kentucky’s 2024 Overdose Fatality Report released   FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 1, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that overdose deaths in the commonwealth decreased for the third year in a row, with a 30.2% decrease in 2024 compared with the previous year. Among Black Kentucky residents, which had not previously seen a decrease,

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Team Kentucky Announces ‘Skip the Line’ Driver Licensing Initiative

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 1, 2025) – New remote renewal-based licensing alternatives will provide Kentuckians opportunities to “Skip the Line” and avoid waiting at Driver Licensing Regional Offices across the state, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced. Options are now available using online, in-office and mail-in renewal forms. “We’re working to do everything we can to provide

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Kentucky State Police Charges Webster County Man With Child Sexual Exploitation Offenses

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Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch have arrested a Webster County man on charges related to child sexual exploitation offenses. At approximately 12:12 p.m. Tuesday, KSP arrested Joseph Lee Kellems, 32, after an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The KSP Electronic Crime Branch began the investigation after discovering the suspect procuring a minor online.

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Mills Responds to Trump’s Executive Order Regarding Kentucky’s Coal Industry

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FRANKFORT, KY (April 9, 2025) – The following is a statement from Senate Majority Caucus Chair Robby Mills, R-Henderson, regarding President Donald Trump’s executive order on Unleashing American Energy. “Coal is more than just a resource in Kentucky—it’s a way of life. I welcome President Trump’s executive order as a bold and meaningful step toward reviving

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Attorney General Coleman Encourages Kentuckians to Delete 23andMe Data

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 9, 2025) – Attorney General Russell Coleman issued a consumer alert and encouraged Kentuckians to protect their genetic data following 23andMe’s bankruptcy announcement. The California-based 23andMe collects and analyzes people’s genetic code and uses DNA samples for a variety of purposes, including helping people trace their ancestry and detect personal health risks. The

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I-69 ORX Work in Henderson to be complete this year 

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Work on Section 1 of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing (ORX), the approach work in Henderson, is expected to be complete this year. The 2025 I-69 ORX Section 1 Construction Guide  provides a quick snapshot of what to expect the rest of this year. A new interchange at US 60 is expected to open this

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City of Hopkinsville Provides Storm Recovery Update Following April 2025 Flood Event

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Hopkinsville, KY — April 7, 2025 –  In the wake of the historic storm and flooding event that brought over 13.88 inches of rain—with some areas experiencing even higher totals—Hopkinsville and Christian County are now focused on coordinated recovery and clean-up efforts. Rainfall & Impact Between April 3–5, Hopkinsville experienced record rainfall, with accumulation between

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ORX Section 1: Traffic News and Updates

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There are several traffic restrictions underway or upcoming in the next several weeks, including some extended restrictions. Restrictions Currently Underway Southbound US 41 Lane RestrictionA single-lane restriction on southbound US 41 from KY 351 to Audubon Parkway started around March 10 and is expected to be in place through at least the end of May to construct

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KSP seeking tips in cold case involving missing Hopkins County man

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MADISONVILLE Ky. – Sunday marked 28 years since Charles C. Massey went missing in Hopkins County. In wake of the anniversary, Kentucky State Police Post 2 is requesting any information from the public relevant to this cold case. Charles C. Massey, 29 when he went missing in 1997, of Madisonville, was last seen delivering Easter

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League of Women Voters of Kentucky holding rally in Frankfort Friday

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FRANKFORT, KY—The League of Women Voters of Kentucky is calling on all League members, friends, and citizen advocacy groups to unite for the Democracy Principle Rally in the Capitol Rotunda on Friday, March 28, 2025. This rally is an important stand for democracy, highlighting that the 2025 legislative session has done little to address the

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RiverValley Behavioral Health Recognized as a 2025 Best Place to Work in Kentucky

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RiverValley Behavioral Health has been selected as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Kentucky by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. This prestigious recognition highlights the company’s commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace environment and providing outstanding opportunities for its employees, according to a news release. RiverValley was selected for this honor based

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RiverValley Behavioral Health Awarded $1.5 Million to Expand 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Chat and Text Services

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RiverValley Behavioral Health has been awarded $1.5 million by the Kentucky Department of Behavioral Health to enhance the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline network. This funding will enable the expansion of 24/7 chat and text services across Kentucky, improving access to critical mental health and crisis support for individuals throughout the state, according to a

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