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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...
Ohio River Communities on High Alert for Heatwave and Potential Flooding
Louisville, KY – The Ohio River Valley is experiencing significant weather events today, with a Heat Advisory and Flood Watch in effect. Temperatures are anticipated to climb into the 90s, with heat indices reaching 100-105 degrees. These conditions pose serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. According to the...
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...
Ethema Health Boosts Capacity to 600 Beds, Eyes Medicaid Market with Edgewater Acquisition
Ethema Health Corporation (OTCQB: GRST) has agreed to buy Kentucky-based alcohol and substance use disorder (SUD) provider Edgewater Recovery Center. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Florida-based Ethema had previously set a target of expanding to 500 beds by the end of 2025. The deal significantly exceeds that...
Wendy’s Franchisee Ryan O’Malley Puts Culture on the Front Lines of Success
Ryan O’Malley’s restaurant career began in 2007 at Wendy’s of Bowling Green, where he held roles from GM to district manager to director of operations. In 2021, he made the leap to Wendy’s franchisee. Today, O’Malley and his partners operate 136 locations across five states (Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Alabama).
Report: Kentucky could lose $1.2 billion yearly by giving private schools tax dollars
“If Kentucky implements a Florida-style voucher program and takes money from public schools to support it, (Fayette County Public Schools) could see a loss of $52 million budget reduction,” said one expert.
Kentucky man wins $150,000 Powerball first time playing
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A Louisville man won big with a ticket for the July 8 Powerball drawing. According to the Kentucky Lottery, the man, who wishes to remain anonymous, told lottery officials a promotional email led him to buy an online ticket. The winning ticket matched four white ball...
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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