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Big Lots is closing up to 40 stores across America. Will Kentucky locations be impacted?
Discount retailer Big Lots expects to close up to 40 stores this year as it battles with worsening financials and a tough consumer market. According to a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the retailer plans to close 35-40 stores this year and open three. ...
Walmart looking to scale up store experience, adding trendy fast-food shop to 92 stores
Walmart is looking to improve its in-store experience to make it more enjoyable and engaging for customers. Even though the retail giant has long been seen as an accessible place to snag a reliable discount in an often-disheveled environment, the goal is to change that moving forward. In a $9...
Kentucky Arts Council seeking nominations for Commonwealth’s 2025-26 Poet Laureate
The Kentucky Arts Council is accepting nominations for 2025-2026 Kentucky Poet Laureate. Nominations may be made by individuals or organizations inside or outside of Kentucky, and will be assessed on:. The publication of a written body of work informed by living in Kentucky. Critical acclaim for the work’s high degree...
US News & World Report: UK HealthCare remains No. 1 in Ky., improves specialty rankings
LEXINGTON, Ky. (July 16, 2024) –The University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital at UK HealthCare is the No. 1 hospital in Kentucky for the ninth year in a row and was recognized in the Bluegrass Region by the 2024-25 Best Hospitals rankings and ratings from U.S. News & World Report.
Some new Kentucky laws are in limbo as governor says lawmakers failed to fund them
FRANKFORT — Kentucky legislators enacted more than 200 laws this year, most of which take effect today, July 15. At least 20 new laws are in limbo, however. Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear says the Republican-controlled General Assembly failed to fund them — to the tune of $153 million — even after he informed lawmakers of the problem on April 10.
Humana drives $13.6B in Ky GDP annually, UofL study finds
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The University of Louisville’s College of Business recently released the results of a study that evaluated Humana’s economic and community impact on Kentucky. The study, which examined gross contributions and multiplier effects from 2017-2023, demonstrated the company’s value both as an employer and through...
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