Livestock owners warned of cold stress emergency as bitter winter weather moves through region
By Aimee Nielson University of Kentucky A pre-Christmas blast of arctic air will drop Kentucky temperatures into the single digits,…
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Governor declares state of emergency ahead of arctic front bringing freeze and cold temperatures to state
Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency ahead of an arctic front that is expected to bring a flash…
Former CFO of Kentucky Public Pension Authority files whistleblower lawsuit
The State Journal The former chief financial officer for the Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA) has filed a whistleblower lawsuit…
Better check twice before allowing children to download Santa and Christmas themed apps
There are countless holiday-themed apps. Children can video chat with Santa, light digital menorahs and even watch live reindeer feed….
KDFWR seeking tree donations for annual Christmas for the Fishes recycling program beginning Dec. 26
Help improve Kentucky’s fisheries by donating your natural Christmas tree to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources’ Christmas…
Group of 28 orgranizations urge General Assembly to reject additional cuts in state income tax
Kentucky Lantern A coalition of 28 Kentucky organizations is urging lawmakers to reject additional cuts in the state income tax…
Kentucky Board of Education seeking nominations for 2023 Samuel Robinson Award; deadline Jan. 23
The Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) is accepting nominations for the 2023 Samuel Robinson Award for Diversity and Equity in…
Education and Labor Cabinet’s November report shows fractional increase in unemployment
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary November 2022 unemployment rate was 4%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). The preliminary…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Don’t overlook threat of Tree of Heaven, a noxious, invasive species from China
The common name Tree of Heaven is something of an oxymoron since its impact on fruit cultivation and forest ecosystems…
Explaining Kentucky’s recently-passed utility tax legislation taking effect on January 1
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky General Assembly passed legislation this year ending the 6% sales tax exemption in…
For first time this year average price for gas in Kentucky has fallen below $3 a gallon mark
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today For the first time since last year, the average price for a gallon of gas…
General Fund receipts increase 5.3 percent; Road Fund rises 6.2 percent in state’s latest report
State Budget Director John Hicks reported today that General Fund receipts rose 5.3 percent in November compared to last year….
Road report: KYTC reports highway work to watch for this week; be wary of delays, closings
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 would like the public to be aware of reports of road work in the…
Gallatin County Schools’ Heather LeBlanc receives KY Education Support Staff Professional Award
Gallatin County Schools Early Childhood Coordinator Heather LeBlanc was honored with the 2022-2023 Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional (KESSP) Award….
Two leading compilers of abortion data issue unique reports giving insight into U.S. abortion incidence
By Tessa Redmond Kentucky Today Two of the nation’s leading compilers of abortion data published unique reports providing insight into…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: North American bird population trends — the good news and the bad
The recently released State of the Birds report for the U.S. reveals two population trends, one hopeful, one dire. Long-term…
With holiday festivities on the horizon, Office of Highway Safety reminding Kyians to plan safe rides
To keep Kentucky roadways as safe as possible through the holidays, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety is joining the…
Bill named for late wife of Congressman Andy Barr on way to president’s desk after final passage
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Legislation sponsored by U.S. Rep. Andy Barr, R-Lexington, to fund a grant program supporting research…
KY Horse Park wants new hires out of state merit system, eyes room tax, wants larger commission
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter The Kentucky Horse Park wants state lawmakers to approve legislation that would exclude its new…
Kentucky State Police offer tips for avoiding becoming a target for holiday-related thefts
With the Thanksgiving holiday behind us and the Christmas season now in full swing, the Kentucky State Police say they…
U.S. sixth Circuit rules in favor of airmen seeking religious exemption from COVID vaccine
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati has ruled in favor of 18…
KY HBPA head Marty Maline announces retirement; Joe Clabes named interim executive director
Marty Maline is retiring as executive director of the Kentucky Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association on Dec. 31 after almost…