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Marrow on potential 24′ gamebreakers
Kentucky associate coach Vince Marrow didn’t have to see Georgia transfer linebacker Jamon “Pops” Dumas-Johnson play in spring practice to know what he could add to the Kentucky defense. “Our tight ends had to block him (when UK played Georgia). He’s a very good player and leader,” Marrow said. “This is the NFL now where […] The post Marrow on potential 24′ gamebreakers appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Juneteenth holiday: An important moment to contemplate our nation’s past and present
By Rob Schofield NC Newsline What in the world could they have been thinking? That’s one of the questions (or, at least, one hopes it is) that most white Americans ask themselves periodically when contemplating the evil of human slavery – the institution that undergirds so much of their modern privilege and wealth. How could […] The post Juneteenth holiday: An important moment to contemplate our nation’s past and present appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Feds OK Kentucky plans to roll out $1 billion for broadband
By Liam Niemeyer Kentucky Lantern Federal officials have approved Kentucky’s plan to deploy almost $1.1 billion to expand broadband, a key step toward connecting homes and businesses throughout the state. The funding was given to the state last year. Earlier this month the National Telecommunications and Information Administration approved the second volume of Kentucky’s proposed […] The post Feds OK Kentucky plans to roll out $1 billion for broadband appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
May unemployment rate remains mostly unchanged
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary May 2024 unemployment rate was 4.6 percent, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. That figure, released on Thursday, is unchanged from April but represents a half-percent rise from a year ago. Meanwhile, the U.S. seasonally adjusted jobless rate for May […] The post May unemployment rate remains mostly unchanged appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Students attend Appalachian Youth Leadership Summit
Congratulations to Harlan County High School students Amelia Colinger, Shania Middleton, Bradley Brock, Brianna Wilms and Xavier Cornett on their selection to and participation in the Appalachian Youth Leadership Summit (AYLS) held this week at Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN. Sponsored by the Partners for Rural Impact (PRI), the summit was for passionate 10th […] The post Students attend Appalachian Youth Leadership Summit appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County Courthouse Reports
Compiled by Paul Lunsford. Civil Lawsuits A+ Loan, LLC, vs. Jeremy Long — seller plaintiff/goods (debt collection). Bank of America, N.A. vs. Deborah S. Doan — credit card debt collection. Capital One, N.A., et al., vs. Deborah S. Doan — contract dispute. Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, vs. Heather Wilson — credit card debt collection. Jefferson […] The post Harlan County Courthouse Reports appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Bears show out at KBC Invitational
Brought to you by Harlan County Sports. Harlan County rolled past Mason County 80-37 and defeated Fern Creek 69-61 on Saturday in the second day of play at the KBC Mack, Miller and Lofton Invitational at Lexington Catholic High School. Trent Cole scored 18 points and Reggie Cottrell added 17 in the Bears’ win over […] The post Bears show out at KBC Invitational appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
UK’s zesty Pope
ESPN college basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla, a former head coach at Manhattan, St. John’s and New Mexico, had a chance to get to know new Kentucky coach Mark Pope when he first got into coaching. “I am a huge fan of him as a human being and think he is a heck of a basketball […] The post UK’s zesty Pope appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Deaths from colorectal cancer in Appalachian Kentucky have declined
Deaths from colorectal cancer in Appalachian Kentucky declined from 1999 to 2020, but far less than the rate of decline in the rest of the nation. That’s the upshot of a University of Kentucky study analyzing death data. It found that in the 54 Kentucky counties served by the Appalachian Regional Commission, the mortality rate […] The post Deaths from colorectal cancer in Appalachian Kentucky have declined appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Dave Says: An agreement is an agreement
By Dave Ramsey Syndicated Columnist Dear Dave, I own a small rental house, and for the most part my tenants have been conscientious people over the years. Recently, I learned my current tenant is subleasing the property for the short term as a vacation site. This kind of thing is prohibited in the rental […] The post Dave Says: An agreement is an agreement appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Andrew Williams Named Harlan Middle School Principal
Harlan Middle School will be under new leadership in the Fall of 2024 as Dr. Andrew Williams has been tabbed to take over the reins in the top spot. Williams brings a high level of energy and excitement to the position and is a familiar face for both students and families across the district. “I […] The post Andrew Williams Named Harlan Middle School Principal appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
AG Coleman appeals dismissal of wanton murder indictment in Fayette Co.
Attorney General Russell Coleman announced on Tuesday that his office has appealed a Fayette Circuit Court judge’s dismissal of a wanton murder indictment stemming from a 2021 case. In collaboration with Fayette County Commonwealth’s Attorney Kimberly Baird, Coleman’s office is arguing that the Circuit Court exceeded its authority by preventing the case from going before […] The post AG Coleman appeals dismissal of wanton murder indictment in Fayette Co. appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Holland: Thoughts on abundant living
By Billy Holland Columnist One of the more popular verses about blessings in the New Testament is John 10:10. We notice Christ is speaking, “The thief does not come except to steal, to kill, and to destroy. But, I have come that they may have life and have it more abundantly.” This statement is […] The post Holland: Thoughts on abundant living appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Coffel stayed loyal to UK and had a historic career
Kentucky baseball’s historic season completely overshadowed the historic career of UK three-time All-American shortstop Erin Coffel that ended last month. Coffel is the UK record holder in home runs (68), walks (155) and runs batted-in (212). In 224 career games, she hit .377 with 230 hits, scored 189 runs, got hit by 38 pitches, stole […] The post Coffel stayed loyal to UK and had a historic career appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
State animal control board offering spay, neuter grants to local Ky. governments
The Kentucky Animal Control Advisory Board (KACAB), which is under the auspices of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, invites Kentucky county and metropolitan governments to apply for available grants to spay and neuter dogs and cats. The board will award up to $1,075 to each government on a competitive basis. Grant applicants do not need […] The post State animal control board offering spay, neuter grants to local Ky. governments appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kids Fest provides free activities for children
For those looking for an opportunity to provide their children with a lot of fun while helping to fight drug addiction, Kids Fest is set with full day of activities at the Harlan Center free of charge from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. According to the city of Harlan Tourism’s Facebook […] The post Kids Fest provides free activities for children appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Look out for fake arrest warrants, a scam growing in sophistication
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) issued a Scam Alert on Monday, urging Kentuckians to be vigilant against scams involving fake arrest warrants bearing the forged signatures of court personnel and law enforcement officers. It’s an old scam, but one that innocent people are victimized by every year, as it becomes more refined. Here […] The post Look out for fake arrest warrants, a scam growing in sophistication appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
KYTC increasing pollinators along state roads
A multiyear effort by state government to plant nectar-rich flowers and native plants on Kentucky’s roadsides continues to support a thriving environment of pollinators key to crop production in the state. As part of National Pollinator Week, observed June 17-23 this year, state highway officials celebrate Kentucky’s focus on nurturing a healthy environment while maintaining […] The post KYTC increasing pollinators along state roads appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Godbey: The things you hear in the grocery store
By Jack Godbey Columnist I remember the first job I got when I graduated high school. It was a smaller local grocery store that everyone went to at least once a week. They were known for their personal customer service, and it was there that I learned the work ethic and life lessons that I […] The post Godbey: The things you hear in the grocery store appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
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