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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...
Medical debt erased for 1,257 Kentuckians. Now let’s improve patient protections.
As health care costs continue to rise, so does anxiety about being able to afford medical treatment. Even those with good insurance can find themselves stuck with a surprise medical bill or mounting out-of-pocket expenses. The reality is that many Kentucky families are just one medical emergency away from a financial crisis. The specter of […] The post Medical debt erased for 1,257 Kentuckians. Now let’s improve patient protections. appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
The Badgett family makes significant commitment to MSU and the College of Education and Human Services
MURRAY, Ky. – Murray State University is delighted to announce that the Badgett family and the J. Rogers Badgett Sr. Foundation of Madisonville, Kentucky, have made a significant multi-year commitment to the College of Education and Human Services through the Murray State University Foundation. The Badgett family has a rich history of supporting education throughout western Kentucky and began their support of Murray State more than 15 years ago. The family honors the legacy of Mr. Rogers Badgett, who established the Badgett Construction Company and Badgett Mine Stripping Corporation (1943-1976). Mr. Badgett was known as a "Working Man’s Man"; however, he understood the need for formal education and support. Throughout his life, he found many ways to encourage and promote the importance of higher education.
This Must-Visit Indoor Play Space for Children Just Opened in Louisville
Playground Abode, an indoor play space designed to nurture cognitive skills in children, recently cut the ribbon to its new Louisville facility. Located at 9904 Linn Station Road, Playground Abode is a safe space for play allowing children to unleash their imagination in a screen-free environment. Imagination And Creativity. Kristen...
Lexington ZIP code being sprayed for mosquitoes early Tuesday morning
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department is working hard to ‘fight the bite’ by eliminating mosquitoes this summer. Already, they’re seeing a significant number of them in the 40502 ZIP code area. The health department says it’s time to spray that area after 240...
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.
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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