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Beshear says he doesn’t have enough funds to implement at least 20 Kentucky laws passed this year
Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear’s office says that 20 bills and two resolutions passed this year don’t have enough funding attached for his administration to implement them. Many, including several that passed with bipartisan support, are set to become law Monday.
Appalachian Botanical Co. – purveyor of aromatherapy and second chances
Located not far from Highway 119 on Daniel Boone Parkway in Foster, Appalachian Botanical Co. produces lavender-infused body care, aromatherapy, culinary and home goods, and distributes similar products from other local West Virginian companies. The company is also known for its support to individuals who have come out of rehab,...
'Each controlled hunt is unique': Ohio hunters have until July 31 to apply for lottery
Ohio hunters can apply for the chance to be selected for special hunts on public land during the 2024-25 hunting season. Selected applicants will partake in controlled hunts for deer, waterfowl, doves, pheasants, squirrel and quail, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Applications must be submitted by July...
Stiffer criminal penalties, street camping ban take effect as part of Safer Kentucky Act
A controversial bill that supporters dubbed the the Safer Kentucky Act takes effect Monday, with critics again voicing concerns about potential consequences, while some local officials say they expect little to change. The wide-ranging bill, sponsored by Republican Rep. Jared Bauman of Louisville, includes an array of measures aimed at reforming the state's...
Plants in Pike Co. are radioactive as uranium enrichment begins again
PIKETON, Ohio – A specter from the Cold War lingers over rural Ohio, raising fresh concerns about the lasting environmental and health impacts of uranium enrichment. A recent independent investigation has confirmed the significant uptake of neptunium-237, a highly radioactive man-made element, by plants growing near the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant (PGDP).
Disaster assistance reaches more than $5 million for those affected by severe weather in West Virginia in April 2024
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — More than $5 million was approved for homeowners and renters who were affected by severe storms in 11 West Virginia counties in early April 2024. Residents of Fayette, Nicholas, Kanawha, Boone, Cabell, Lincoln, Marshall, Ohio, Putnam, Wayne and Wetzel counties who were affected by severe storms in West Virginia from April […]
FORECAST: Another day with highs in the 90s, then the cooldown begins
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - The heat and humidity will stick around for another day, but some clouds will help to take the edge of the intense sunshine. Some storms are possible in the late afternoon and evening. HEADLINES:. -One more day of 90s. -Thunderstorm chances increase. -Much cooler by the...
Charleston Council committee to take up pot possession issue again
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The petition to the City of Charleston that aims to create a new city code for the simple possession of cannabis will be looked at for the second consecutive week this evening. Charleston’s Committee on Ordinance & Rules discussed a pair of bills (Bill 8039 and...
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