New toll-free hotline gives answers, support to kinship relatives caring for children
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services has launched a Kinship Support Hotline to provide continued assistance to caregivers who…
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Road Fund receipts decreased 4.1 percent; General Fund receipts decreased 1.8 percent
The Office of State Budget Director reported today that May’s General Fund receipts fell 1.8 percent compared to May of…
State approves funding for restoration of lighting on Maysville’s landmark Simon Kenton Bridge
Governor Steve Beshear today announced that $300,000 from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has been approved for restoration of aesthetic lighting…
Lawmakers hear that proposed EPA rule would likely increase electricity rates
With stringent U.S. Environmental Protection Agency greenhouse gas regulations looming, a state legislative committee heard that Kentucky electricity rates would…
Tobacco oversight panel looks at county agricultural investment, over $1.69M in May
New county agricultural cost share dollars are being rolled out across Kentucky, with over $1.69 million approved last month for…
Kentucky-based filmmakers benefit from recent bill, meet-and-greet set for June 4
A bill signed into law May 8 by Gov. Steve Beshear will give generous tax benefits to Kentucky-based filmmakers. Sponsored…
Ft. Mitchell provides online registration and schedule for city’s summer recreation program
The Fort Mitchell City Council announces its summer recreation program with a new online registration form and program schedule for…
Beshear makes appointments, reappointments to state boards and commissions
Gov. Steve Beshear has made the following appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions: Beshear has appointed Tommy W. Chandler as…
Corrections officers to get pay raises to retain staff and increase recruiting
The Kentucky Department of Corrections will enhance its compensation for correctional officers and other hazardous duty staff under a plan…
Board of Emergency Medical Services recognizes 2015 National EMS Week
“EMS Strong” is what draws a special few together to do the important work of providing lifesaving emergency medical care….
Another 3,000 Kentuckians sign up for health coverage during special enrollment period
An additional 3,047 Kentuckians signed up for health coverage during a special enrollment period that ran from March 2 through…
Kentucky Office of Homeland Security is accepting grant applications through July 10
The Kentucky Office of Homeland Security is accepting applications for the FY 2015 State Homeland Security Grant Program through July…
US 62 paving, intersection work Moody to AA starts; work continues from Fourth to Forest, detour remains
Contractors will begin nighttime paving operations along US 62 from Moody Drive to the AA Highway at Maysville this week…
Film incentives bill expected to create jobs, attract productions and promote tourism
Gov. Steve Beshear today signed House Bill 340, which will make Kentucky more competitive in attracting film and television productions…
Florence Rotary Club to honor law enforcement at luncheon May 11
State Sen. John Schickel will speak at the Rotary Club of Florence’s law enforcement appreciation luncheon next week in Northern…
Water line concerns brought before state oversight panel for budget consideration
Significant funding could be available in the next state budget cycle for line-item grants to help run water lines to…
NOTICE: Night lane closure on Brent Spence Bridge Thursday
The state Transportation Cabinet has announced a night lane closure for Brent Spence Bridge for maintenance: I-75 – Brent Spence…
Kenton County needs poll workers; Summe cites absentee ballot availability, changes to polling places
The Kenton County Board of Elections is looking for poll workers for the primary election being held on Tuesday, May…
NKU students to host Kentucky Gubernatorial Republican Primary Debate April 22
On Wednesday, April 22, Northern Kentucky University students will hold a Kentucky Gubernatorial Republican Primary Debate. Gubernatorial candidates Matt Bevin…
City of Ludlow participates in the Great American Clean Up with ‘Tidy Up Ludlow Day’
Come take part in the Great American Clean Up. The Ludlow Historical Society is coordinating efforts to participate in this…
Improved air quality in Campbell, Kenton, Boone counties prompts EPA to revise pollution designations
The Environmental Protection Agency has revised air quality designations for fine particle pollution in five Kentucky counties. Air monitoring data…
Kenton Co. poll workers needed for 2015 elections
The Kenton County Board of Elections is looking for poll workers for the primary election being held on Tuesday, May…