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Update to KY law will effect unexcused school absences
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A new update to school attendance law in Kentucky is set to effect repeated absences in the state. The update to Kentucky’s School Attendance Law can be seen here. In a message to families regarding the update, Henderson County Schools say the Director of Pupil Personnel will have to notify the […]
Ohio dedicates 85 miles of road to honor Charles Young who went from slavery to colonel
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A local corridor along Ohio roads will pay tribute to a military officer from the Tri-State who broke down barriers. Charles Young was born into slavery in Mayslick and spent most of his childhood in Ripley. Young graduated from the United States Military Academy and became the...
Kentucky’s governor is a rising political star who learned from another governor, his father
The sweepstakes to replace President Joe Biden is unfolding at breakneck speed, with Vice President Kamala Harris considering VP contenders. Whatever the future holds for Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, he owes much to his father, former Gov. Steve Beshear.
Gov. Beshear Declines Fancy Farm Invitation
Photo: Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear greets the crowd at the 2019 Fancy Farm Picnic. Shannon McFarlin photo. Fancy Farm, Ky.–Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has announced he will not attend this year’s Fancy Farm Picnic as the list of speakers is firming up. An update from organizers Friday confirmed...
Not too Hot with Daily Rain Chances
OVERNIGHT: Partly Cloudy with Patchy Fog. Lows 64-68. Sunrise 5:46. TUESDAY: Mix of Sun & Clouds with a Few Showers/T’Showers Developing (Best Chances South across Western Kentucky). Humid with Highs 81-89 (South to West…85-86 in the Evansville Metro). Winds V 5-10 TUE NIGHT: Partly Cloudy. Lows 65-69. WEDNESDAY:...
Kentucky Newsmakers 7/21: EKU President David McFaddin; Ky. Distillers Association President Eric Gregory
On the latest edition of Kentucky Newsmakers, WKYT’s Bill Bryant talks with Eastern Kentucky University President David McFaddin and Kentucky Distillers Association President Eric Gregory.
Rowan County officials discuss future housing concerns related to St. Claire expansion
Housing concerns in Rowan County could get more attention as the Morehead community is set to grow over the next several years. St. Claire HealthCare and the University of Kentucky have merged and announced expanded facilities, clinical offerings, and staff. This has some asking if the area has enough space to accommodate all the new workers expected to move into the area.
FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Thunderstorm Chances Linger This Evening
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - Tuesday was another day with highs in the mid-80s with much need rain across the area. We picked up .77” yesterday in Jackson, which is good news, but we need a little bit more to get us into a surplus for the month. HEADLINES:. -T-Storm...
Victim in deadly Lexington shooting identified
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The name of the person killed in a Lexington shooting has been released. Police say they responded around 5 a.m. Friday to the Gatehouse Apartments on Liberty Road for a report of shots fired. Police say they found a victim who had been shot in the parking of the complex.
Jeffersonville Police looking for new officers after raising pay, benefits
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The Jeffersonville Police Department is building on the basics of its department and rolling out some changes. Jeffersonville Police Chief Kenny Kavanaugh visited WDRB Mornings on Tuesday to talk about what changes are being made. The biggest change will be seen in the base pay of...
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