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Bluegrass legend Bobby Osborne dies at 91
News Reports Bobby Osborne was one-half of the legendary eponymous Bluegrass group from Kentucky that is remembered most for a state song of Tennessee. A native of Leslie County, Osborne and brother, Sonny, comprised the Bluegrass duo known as the Osborne Brothers. Best known for recording “Rocky Top,” Osborne died Tuesday. He was 91. From […] The post Bluegrass legend Bobby Osborne dies at 91 appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County Arrest Reports
• Anna Huff, 47, of Evarts, was arrested on June 19, by Kentucky State Police. She was charged with first-degree possession of a controlled substance (heroin). Huff was lodged in the Harlan County Detention Center on a $5,000 full cash bond. • William Saylor, 34, of Coldiron, was arrested on June 20, by the Harlan […] The post Harlan County Arrest Reports appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Federal judge blocks ban on gender-affirming care for Kentucky’s trans kids
Kentucky Lantern A federal judge sided with the American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky Wednesday, temporarily blocking a section of a recently-passed state law that seeks to ban gender-affirming health care for transgender minors. In his ruling, Judge David J. Hale said, “Based on the evidence submitted, the Court finds that the treatments barred by SB 150 are medically […] The post Federal judge blocks ban on gender-affirming care for Kentucky’s trans kids appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
New state laws officially on the books
Legislation dealing with child abuse, drugs, gambling, mental health, gender services, education and many other topics will take effect Thursday after being approved by the General Assembly earlier this year. Lawmakers approved more than 170 bills during the 2023 session, and the Kentucky Constitution states new laws take effect 90 days after they adjourn, making […] The post New state laws officially on the books appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
EF-2 tornado part of Sunday storm system that rocked Kentucky
While much of central and western Kentucky experienced a bout of severe weather on Sunday, the National Weather Service has confirmed only one tornado thus far, although damage surveys are continuing. That was in Hardin County, where a twister rated as an EF-2 on the scale that runs from EF-0 to EF-5 based on severity […] The post EF-2 tornado part of Sunday storm system that rocked Kentucky appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Challenge to Kentucky’s abortion ban dismissed
Kentucky Lantern A judge has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of two Kentucky laws that together ban nearly all abortions, a week after the state’s two licensed abortion providers signaled they planned to drop the case — for now. Jefferson Circuit Judge Mitch Perry on Tuesday signed an order the parties submitted agreeing to dismiss the […] The post Challenge to Kentucky’s abortion ban dismissed appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Cameron solicited, refunded campaign donations from execs of a company his office was investigating
Kentucky Lantern Republican gubernatorial candidate Daniel Cameron’s campaign solicited contributions from officials of an addiction recovery center that was under investigation by Cameron’s attorney general office. The Daily Beast first reported last week that Cameron’s campaign refunded political donations from Edgewater Recovery Center executives. The donations were originally accepted in March and April. The attorney general recused […] The post Cameron solicited, refunded campaign donations from execs of a company his office was investigating appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky secures $1.1 billion fed grant for high-speed internet expansion
Last week, Gov. Andy Beshear hinted Kentucky could receive a $1 billion federal grant for broadband internet expansion in areas that are underserved or have no broadband at all. On Monday, he announced it will actually be more. The state has secured a nearly $1.1 billion federal grant, the largest public investment in high-speed internet […] The post Kentucky secures $1.1 billion fed grant for high-speed internet expansion appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky lost hundreds of physicians when it most needed them
Kentucky Lantern The commonwealth lost nearly 600 physicians from 2019 to 2022, Kentucky Medical Association Executive Vice President Patrick Padgett told legislators in Frankfort on Wednesday. The loss of 590 physicians represents a $1 billion economic loss, Padgett said. It also means a hit to patient services. And it happened during the deadly coronavirus pandemic […] The post Kentucky lost hundreds of physicians when it most needed them appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife gives safety tips about black bear sightings
Kentucky Lantern As the summer season begins, wildlife officials are advising Kentuckians about possible black bear sightings. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife says that sightings of black bears are common across the state. Encounters with the animals are possible, too, especially in early summer. Recent sightings have been reported in eastern, southeastern and […] The post Kentucky Fish and Wildlife gives safety tips about black bear sightings appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Cameron’s office asks FBI to investigate $202K refunds from Beshear’s campaign, Kentucky Dems
Kentucky Lantern The office of Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron has asked the FBI to investigate circumstances surrounding controversial political contributions made to the reelection campaign of Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Democratic Party last December. On Tuesday, Beshear’s campaign manager announced that the campaign and Democratic Party had refunded $202,000 in contributions that the Beshear […] The post Cameron’s office asks FBI to investigate $202K refunds from Beshear’s campaign, Kentucky Dems appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
KSP searching for 3 escaped inmates in Todd County
Kentucky State Police troopers from the Madisonville Post are continuing their search for three inmates who escaped custody from the Todd County Detention Center on Thursday morning. At around 9:55 a.m. Donte Lamonte Churchill, 19; Carl Michael Kinley, 42; and Branden Tate Coffey, 40, stole a truck and fled from a work detail. The three […] The post KSP searching for 3 escaped inmates in Todd County appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County Property Transfers
• Diana Ruth Edds, et al, to Lisa Lynn Hensley, tract or parcel of land in Harlan County — state tax $17. • Pamela Eileen Sizemore to Diane M. Overbay and Kevin J. Shackleton, property in Harlan County — state tax $85.50. • Paul and Crystal Barger to James Barger, property in Harlan County — […] The post Harlan County Property Transfers appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky to remain with voter data system for a year while considering alternatives
Kentucky Lantern Kentucky will remain with the Electronic Registration Information Center, or ERIC, for a year while reviewing possible alternatives to support voter rolls maintenance, Secretary of State Michael Adams said Wednesday. Recently, seven Republican-led states have left ERIC, an interstate compact for sharing voter registration data. Some former members like Virginia and Texas plan to create […] The post Kentucky to remain with voter data system for a year while considering alternatives appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Latest rain helps but not drought-buster in Kentucky
The rain in Kentucky over the past seven days was not enough to be considered a drought-buster, but did result in some areas experiencing an improvement, while others were simply kept from getting worse. According to the U.S Drought Monitor report issued Thursday, based on data for the seven days ending the morning of June […] The post Latest rain helps but not drought-buster in Kentucky appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County District Court
• Treyvon Long, 28, of Lynch, second-degree disorderly conduct — jury trial scheduled Feb. 27, 2024.10 counts of first-degree wanton endangerment — waived to grand jury. • Patrick Myers, 34, expired or no Kentucky registration receipt, expired or no registration plate, failure to produce insurance card, failure to wear seat belt, registration and title requirements: […] The post Harlan County District Court appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Frozen fruit recall includes Kentucky
Kentucky Lantern If you bought frozen fruit containing strawberries at a Kentucky Walmart between Jan. 24 and June 8, a new recall may apply to you. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced this week that because of potential Hepatitis A contamination, Willamette Valley Fruit Company is choosing to recall frozen fruit that contains strawberries […] The post Frozen fruit recall includes Kentucky appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Ky. is seeking proposals for statewide EV charging station network
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced that the state is seeking proposals from private-sector organizations interested in helping Kentucky expand its electric vehicle (EV) charging network, to maintain its spot as a national leader in the EV sector. The Governor said the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) issued a final Request for Proposals (RFP) to build up […] The post Ky. is seeking proposals for statewide EV charging station network appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County Civil Lawsuits
• Midland Credit Management, Incorporation vs. Brandon Johnson —credit card debt collection. • Midland Credit Management, Incorporation vs. Megan E. Sizemore — credit card debt collection. • Midland Credit Management, Incorporation vs. Jennifer A. Stanley — credit card debt collection. • Eileen Howard vs. David Howard — dissolution of marriage. • Discover Bank vs. Douglas […] The post Harlan County Civil Lawsuits appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
History of Highsplint
By Dustin Blackson The community of Highsplint was first known as Seagraves Creek, named after the Seagraves Family, who first settled and were buried in the same cemetery until their bodies were exhumed and relocated when the railroad was built. The Highsplint name comes from one of the coal beds in the area that was […] The post History of Highsplint appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
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