New KDE report shows technology use, access continues to rise in Kentucky’s schools
A new report highlights Kentucky’s growing access to technology in schools. The Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) “Kentucky’s K-12 Digital…
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Art Lander’s Outdoors: Mid-winter is good time to get organized, and ready for spring fishing and hunting
Mid-winter is a good time to get organized, and ready for spring fishing and hunting. The fall, and winter hunting…
Three University of Kentucky basketball recruits named finalists for prestigious Naismith Trophy
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Three future Kentucky players have been named finalists for the Naismith Trophy High School Player…
City of Newport 2022 annual report shows continued growth with $247 million in new permitted projects
The City of Newport issued nearly $225 million in commercial construction permits and $22 million in residential permits during 2022,…
Whitehorse Freight cuts ribbon on $5.4 Million NKY expansion project creating more than 400 jobs
Whitehorse Freight LLC cut the ribbon this week on a new $5.4 million facility in Crestview Hills, creating over 400…
Kentucky Department of Charitable Gaming achieves accreditation after 18-month process
The Kentucky Department of Charitable Gaming was presented recently with a Certificate of Accreditation from the Kentucky Association of Chiefs…
Nominations are now open for KBE’s 2023 Karem Award for Excellence in Education Policy
The Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) is accepting nominations for the 2023 Karem Award for Excellence in Education Policy. The…
Attorney General launches ‘Operation Fight Fentanyl’ during roundtable with Kenton County officials
The Kentucky Attorney General’s office on Wednesday announced the launch of an initiative to combat the opioid epidemic titled “Operation…
Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road to begin in-person cookie booth sales in NKY Friday
The Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road (GSKWR) will begin in-person cookie booth sales this Friday, February 3 at a…
Louisville customs officials seize cockfighting implements in recent shipment from Mexico
A package arriving from Mexico City was targeted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Louisville Port…
Kentucky Department of Agriculture accepting proposals for Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) has announced the proposal window is now open for the state’s Specialty Crop Block…
Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission reports lobbyists spent record $24 million in 2022
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Spending by lobbyists on members of the Kentucky General Assembly and their staff members hit…
KDA accepting nominations for 2023 Leopold Conservation Award; deadline April 1
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is inviting Kentuckians to nominate a farmer or forester for the 2023 Kentucky Leopold Conservation…
Kentucky’s Antoinio Reeves steps up, scores 27 points to lead Wildcats to 5th straight SEC win
Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky rebounded from a disappointing loss to No. 8 Kansas with a 75-66 win over Mississippi…
‘Mad’ Wildcats move past loss to Kansas, return to Southeastern Conference play Tuesday at Ole Miss
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today While Kansas was celebrating in its locker room following a 77-68 win over Kentucky Saturday…
John Schickel: Kentucky Senate Page Programs is an exciting opportunity for high school students
There are many time-honored traditions in the Senate, but one of my favorites is the Senate Page Program. Through the…
Seven NKY law enforcement officers among graduates of latest KY DOCJT basic training class
Gov. Andy Beshear last week announced 25 law enforcement officers from agencies across the state, including seven from Northern Kentucky,…
KY Department of Revenue to begin processing 2022 individual income tax returns on February 6
The Kentucky Department of Revenue (DOR) began accepting electronically filed 2022 individual income tax returns on January 23, mirroring the…
Constance Alexander: First responders dealing with state’s recent disasters are ‘West Kentucky Strong’
By start time, the conference center at West Kentucky Dam Village was packed. The only seats left were in the…
Kentucky by Heart: Their home may be Cincinnati, but the Bengals share many ties with Kentucky
Hey, or should I say ‘Who dey’?… what about those Bengals? It was a tough last-second loss to the Chiefs…
Beshear seeks firm rules on how $842 million opioid settlement is spent; Cameron appointee says no
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky’s local and state governments continue to reap more millions from settlements with drug…
Service station-inspired Ford’s Garage opens newest location at Saratoga Square in Florence
Ford’s Garage, a neighborhood burger and beer chain known for nostalgia and classic comfort food, has opened its newest location…