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Almost $1.4 million grant will support legal services to Kentucky flood victims, hotline
AppalRed Legal Aid will use a $1,345,226 grant to add staff to help low-income Kentuckians still trying to recover from last year’s severe storms, floods and mudslides, according to a news release from the Prestonsburg-based nonprofit. AppalReD, or the Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky, is one of 14 organizations around the country sharing […]
Abortion pill to stay on the market until U.S. Supreme Court ruling after appeals court order
This story has been updated WASHINGTON —? A federal appeals court ruled Wednesday the abortion pill can stay on the market, but it agreed with a lower court that ultimately use should revert to prescribing and dosage instructions that were in place before 2016 That appeals court ruling will immediately be put on hold until […]
How to get free health screenings, unlimited rides at Kentucky State Fair
During the State Fair, which begins Thursday, folks who get vaccinations at the Health Horizons Pavilion in South Wing B will get unlimited ride wristbands, courtesy of the Kentucky Association of Health Plans.? Vaccine recipients will also get the chance to win bonus rides, food vouchers and $25 gift cards from 10 a.m. to 5 […]
SBA administrator steps into Eisenhower’s back yard on 70th anniversary of agency’s launch
ABILENE — Isabella Casillas Guzman stepped back in time Tuesday to mark the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 70th year by visiting Dwight Eisenhower’s hometown, library and museum in honor of a president with the foresight to dedicate an agency to advancing interests of small businesses. Guzman, the SBA administrator, said the man from an impoverished […]
Kentucky police union endorses Cameron in gubernatorial race
Members of the Kentucky State Fraternal Order of Police endorsed Republican Attorney General Daniel Cameron in the 2023 gubernatorial election.? The Kentucky FOP voted on the decision Monday at a biennial national conference in Las Vegas. Results were announced Tuesday morning.? “Attorney General Cameron has been a friend to the FOP since the day he […]
Beshear and Cameron release debate schedules ahead of November election
Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear and Republican Attorney General Daniel Cameron are preparing to face off in a series of gubernatorial debates and forums this fall.? Both campaigns released their upcoming appearance schedule on Friday afternoon, as well as their running mates. Beshear and Cameron first appeared alongside each other this election season at the Fancy […]
Kentucky the final state to enter into federal agreement collaborating on land management
Kentucky and U.S. Department of Agriculture officials are touting a new agreement they say will strengthen collaboration between agencies over the management of natural resources throughout the state.? A Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet release Thursday states Kentucky is the final state in the country to sign onto such a “shared stewardship” agreement with the […]
Churchill Downs among first tracks seeking Kentucky gambling licenses?
Seven Kentucky race tracks have filed to seek sports gambling licenses, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday, and more are expected.?? Kentuckians can place legal sports bets starting Sept. 7 at racetracks and virtually on Sept. 28 under emergency regulations.? The seven race tracks that have applied are:? Churchill Downs in Louisville Cumberland Run in Corbin […]
Kentucky hospitals, other businesses receive training grants
Three Kentucky hospitals are among the recipients of $2 million in new statewide workforce training incentives, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday.? Under the Bluegrass State Skills Corporation in the state’s Cabinet for Economic Development, the Grant-in-Aid program gives businesses cash incentives to provide employees with advanced training.? Businesses can also get tax credits through the […]
McConnell talks Ukraine, national policy, Supreme Court with Kentucky business leaders
LOUISVILLE — Addressing Louisville business leaders on Wednesday, U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell highlighted where he agreed and disagreed with Washington Democrats on national policy. He did not mention the indictments against former President Donald Trump or the Kentucky gubernatorial race. McConnell — who is riding a homecoming wave of support after his weekend […]
Online survey seeks Kentuckians’ ideas for new UK Extension programs
The?University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service is surveying Kentuckians to get ideas for new programs, according to a UK news release. “In addition to this survey, county extension agents will actively seek feedback through informal listening sessions, fostering close relationships with local communities,” said Laura Stephenson, UK associate vice president for land-grant engagement and associate […]
Kentucky considers Medicaid waiver for children with intellectual, related disabilities
During a crisis, parents of children with severe emotional disabilities must currently go to the hospital for help.? They want the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services to offer a crisis hotline and crisis intervention services, among other services.? This insight came from seven in-person and two virtual focus groups the cabinet and consulting […]