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Visiting the Kentucky State Fair? Showers, storms possible throughout weekend
The 2024 Kentucky State Fair is in swing and plenty of other festivities are taking place around Louisville this weekend, but will weather conditions hold up? Here's what we know. ...
Lexington Police investigating early-morning shooting
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Lexington Police are investigating a shooting that occurred overnight in the 300 block of West Short Street. Police say they were dispatched to the scene for a disorder at around 1:57 a.m. and upon arrival, found a male victim with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a hospital with what officials say are life-threatening injuries.
2024 Countdown to Kickoff: Warren East Raiders
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Up next on the Countdown to Kickoff is the team who gets to play on the “Smurf Turf” the Warren East Raiders. The Raiders are entering its second year under head coach Tanner Hall looking to navigate a tough district with a young team. The Raiders had a deep senior class last season and now its time for those younger guys to get their chance on the field. This summer has been about getting the next man ready to step up and compete on Friday nights.
Kentucky’s first emergency psychiatric unit opens in Lexington
By Allison Perry, University of Kentucky State officials, community leaders and UK HealthCare officials celebrated last week’s opening of a new emergency unit in Lexington dedicated to the treatment of patients experiencing a mental health crisis. The EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing) Unit is the first of its kind in Kentucky. It opened […] The post Kentucky’s first emergency psychiatric unit opens in Lexington appeared first on The Interior Journal.
Founder of Norton Neuroscience Institute still caring for patients 50 years later
LOUISVILLE — On one hand, the neuroscience office of Christopher B. Shields, M.D., is synonymous with progress. Sitting on the 11th floor of the Gray Street Medical Building, it overlooks downtown Louisville. The wall of windows along one side allows a nearly panoramic view of the city’s hospital district. It’s easy to dream about the future, especially on a sunny, springtime afternoon.
Lexington VA Health Care joins UK Markey Cancer Network
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Lexington VA Health Care System is now affiliated with the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center, Kentucky’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. By joining the UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network, the Lexington VA Health Care System becomes one of...
Over 4,000 Kentuckians to receive skills training
FRANKFORT, Ky. – This week, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted that over 4,000 Kentuckians are expected to receive skills training thanks to support through the Bluegrass State Skills Corp. T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow is one of the recipients, with over 1,100 employees slated to receive workforce training support.
University of Kentucky BREATHE official on vaping and smoking study
A representative of the University of Kentucky College of Nursing says a study on smoking and vaping only serves to emphasize the importance of cessation programs. Amanda Bucher is the director of Tobacco Policy Research and Outreach with BREATHE, which stands for Bridging Research Efforts and Advocacy Toward Healthy Environments. An Ohio State University Study states people who both vape and smoke are four times more likely to develop lung cancer than those who just smoke. Bucher said it comes down to exposure.
Kentucky Crystal Ball: Predicting every game for 2024
Editor’s note: Saturday Down South’s annual Crystal Ball series continues today with Kentucky. We’ll go in alphabetical order through the 16-team SEC. Previously: Alabama | Arkansas | Auburn | Florida | Georgia. * * * * * * *. Buried down the list of takeaways from Nick...
Longtime Madisonville jewelry store closing after nearly a century in business
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WFIE) - A longtime jewelry store in Madisonville will soon be closing their doors for the final time. Clements Jewelry announced with a ‘heavy heart’ on social media that they can no longer compete with bigger stores and online retailers. “After 99 years we have tried...
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