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$81 million federal grant for $1.3 billion hydropower facility coming to Bell County
Gov Andy Beshear announced Thursday the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has approved an $81 million federal grant to help construct a first-of-its-kind $1.3 billion coal-to-pumped storage hydropower facility in Bell County. The Lewis Ridge Pumped Storage Project will create about 1,500 high-quality construction jobs, 30 operations jobs and enough energy to power nearly 67,000 […] The post $81 million federal grant for $1.3 billion hydropower facility coming to Bell County appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Grizzlies golden, Cats fall flat in NCAA opener
Tre Mitchell walked out of the locker room with with towel over his head. He was joined by Antonio Reeves as they prepared to face the media following another one-and-done appearance in the postseason. It was another stunning early exit for Kentucky in the NCAA Tournament on Thursday night. The Wildcats, the No. 3 seed […] The post Grizzlies golden, Cats fall flat in NCAA opener appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan council advised of proposed state legislation
The Harlan City Council was advised of a bill being proposed in the Kentucky House of Representatives which would make cities across the state responsible for a large percentage of incarceration costs for inmates arrested within the city limits. Mayor Joe Meadors brought the proposed legislation to the attention of the council. “I got an […] The post Harlan council advised of proposed state legislation appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Geri-Antics: Nothing to fear but fear itself
By Anne Carmichael Columnist I was not the class clown when I was in school….far from it. I was too shy and overly conscious of the need to fit into the mold to which every teen attempts to conform. How ironic then that as an adult and now as a writer, I often use […] The post Geri-Antics: Nothing to fear but fear itself appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Magoffin nets first-ever Sweet 16 win on tourney’s opening day
By John Henson Contributing Sports Writer After watching his team rally from halftime deficits three times in the postseason before even getting to Rupp Arena and the state tournament, Magoffin County coach Scott Castle wasn’t especially concerned when his Hornets found themselves down 25-19 at the break. “We’ve been a second half team most […] The post Magoffin nets first-ever Sweet 16 win on tourney’s opening day appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
OSU transfer ready to add to UK running back legacy
After spending two years at Arizona State and then Ohio State, running back Chip Trayanum doesn’t shy away from admitting why he’s now at Kentucky. “This is what I have been waiting for my whole career and is something I have dreamed about. It is definitely a position I have been blessed to be in […] The post OSU transfer ready to add to UK running back legacy appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Bill charging juveniles with felonies in cases with firearm advances
Juveniles accused of committing certain felonies while using a firearm could be tried as adults under Senate Bill 20, which was approved by the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. The bill is sponsored by Sen. Matthew Deneen, R-Elizabethtown, who says the measure addresses an unfortunate situation in the state: youth gun violence. During his testimony, […] The post Bill charging juveniles with felonies in cases with firearm advances appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Cursive writing would become a ‘course of study’ in Kentucky public schools under Tichenor’s bill
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern A Republican senator wants to ensure that students become proficient in cursive handwriting in Kentucky’s public elementary schools. Sen. Lindsey Tichenor, of Smithfield, presented Senate Bill 167, which would require cursive writing to be taught “as a course of study” in elementary schools, to the House Education Committee Tuesday. […] The post Cursive writing would become a ‘course of study’ in Kentucky public schools under Tichenor’s bill appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Baxter woman charged with drug possession
A traffic stop by the Harlan County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the arrest of a Harlan County woman who was allegedly found in possession of fentanyl following the traffic stop. Stephanie Johnson, 33, of Baxter, was arrested on Wednesday, March 13, by Harlan County Sheriff’s Deputy Cody Bargo. According to a press release, while on […] The post Baxter woman charged with drug possession appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Living on Purpose: A person is only as true as their word
By Billy Holland Columnist We live in an age that tends to shrug its shoulders when confronted with spreading information that is not true. Instead of asking, like Pilate, “What is truth?” the postmodern man says, “Truth is relevant to each individual” or perhaps “There might be truth somewhere, but we cannot know it.” […] The post Living on Purpose: A person is only as true as their word appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Cleaning bird feeders critical for spring
With warm weather and longer days on the way, many Kentuckians will begin sprucing up their yards and gardens, and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) reminds you to include cleaning your bird feeders as part of the project. As spring migration gets in full spring, feeders around the yard provide a […] The post Cleaning bird feeders critical for spring appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
State board zeroing in on new education commissioner
The Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) announced Tuesday they have authorized Board Chair Sharon Porter Robinson to enter into contract negotiations with the preferred candidate for the next commissioner of education. Board members met with the three finalists in Louisville on Monday and Tuesday, before making the announcement. The Board did not reveal the preferred […] The post State board zeroing in on new education commissioner appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Sheppard wins prestigious Tisdale freshman of year award
The honors keep coming for Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard. Sheppard was named the Wayman Tisdale Freshman of the Year by the United States Basketball Writer’s Association on Monday. He joins John Wall (2010) and Anthony Davis (2012) as the only players in school history to win the prestigious award. Sheppard is averaging 12.8 points per […] The post Sheppard wins prestigious Tisdale freshman of year award appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Morgan was a familiar voice for generations of Harlan Countians and a broadcasting icon
By John Henson Contributing Writer Even though I had no idea exactly where I’d end up after finishing my journalism degree at Eastern Kentucky University, I suspected I’d be in a small town somewhere in Kentucky learning the basics of the newspaper business. It didn’t work out that way, even though I did travel to […] The post Morgan was a familiar voice for generations of Harlan Countians and a broadcasting icon appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Godbey: Lies I was told as a child
By Jack Godbey Columnist I was in the store today stocking up on pork rinds and beef jerky when I saw a young mother with a child who must have been five years old. The child was having a meltdown over his mother refusing to buy him a bag of candy. The kid was kicking […] The post Godbey: Lies I was told as a child appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan Council advised on garbage truck issue
The Harlan City Council received information concerning the condition of one of the city’s vehicles during the panel’s recent March meeting. Mayor Joe Meadors brought the panel up to date following a council member’s question about an issue with a city garbage truck. “I’m not well versed in this, except I know it’s the same […] The post Harlan Council advised on garbage truck issue appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Owens, Brewer team for five hits as Dragons defeat Floyd
Staff Report For more local sports coverage, visit our partners at Harlan County Sports. Harlan raced to a 6-1 lead through four innings and coasted to a 7-4 win Saturday over visiting Floyd Central. Brody Owens led the Dragons’ six-hit attack with three singles. Jake Brewer added two hits. Luke Luttrell added one hit. Luttrell […] The post Owens, Brewer team for five hits as Dragons defeat Floyd appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Cooper fans 12 as Bears overpower Southwestern
For more local sports coverage, visit our partners at Harlan County Sports. Senior right-hander Tristan Cooper bounced back from a rare off night in a season-opening loss at South Laurel by throwing six strong innings Saturday at Whitley County in a 16-8 win over Southwestern. Cooper struck out 12 and walked four while giving up […] The post Cooper fans 12 as Bears overpower Southwestern appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
‘Power grab,’ says Beshear of bill to move Fish and Wildlife to agriculture department
Kentucky Lantern By Mckenna Horsley Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday called a Republican-backed bill that would move the state’s wildlife management agency from his administration to the agriculture department an unconstitutional “power grab.” Beshear also called out Senate Republicans for refusing to confirm his appointees to the Fish and Wildlife Commission. “It’s time for […] The post ‘Power grab,’ says Beshear of bill to move Fish and Wildlife to agriculture department appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Looser child labor standards revived by committee that had temporarily blocked bill
By Liam Niemeyer Kentucky Lantern A bill that would allow some teenagers to work longer and later hours advanced out of a Senate committee Friday just a day after the same committee had blocked it. House Bill 255, sponsored by Rep. Phillip Pratt, R-Georgetown, was passed 7-4 out of the Senate Economic Development, Tourism, & […] The post Looser child labor standards revived by committee that had temporarily blocked bill appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
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