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New online help available to Kentuckians handling legal affairs without an attorney
Kentucky Lantern Kentuckians handling legal affairs without an attorney have a new online resource. A Legal Self-Help Portal has been added to the Kentucky court system’s website. An interactive program helps users complete forms for common legal situations including uncontested divorce, probate, child support, small claims, name change, expungement and more, says a news release from the […] The post New online help available to Kentuckians handling legal affairs without an attorney appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky to get a new nursing school
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern The Tennessee-based Lincoln Memorial University is launching a School of Nursing site in partnership with CHI Saint Joseph Health in Lexington later in 2024, it announced Wednesday. Students will be able to enroll for the fall 2024 semester at the new Caylor School of Nursing campus, LMU said in a statement. The school, including […] The post Kentucky to get a new nursing school appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Bill would compensate those wrongfully convicted of crime
Kentuckians who were wrongfully convicted of a crime may soon be eligible to receive monetary compensation from the state under a measure that cleared a legislative committee on Wednesday. House Bill 178, sponsored by House Majority Whip Jason Nemes, R-Middletown, received unanimous approval from the House Judiciary Committee. Financial compensation under the legislation would be […] The post Bill would compensate those wrongfully convicted of crime appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Rural Up addresses chamber
The Harlan County Chamber of Commerce heard an informational presentation from Rural Up, Inc. on the Southeast Community and Technical College campus during the chamber’s regular meeting for January. Tina Wei Smith and Rosanna Hutcheson, both with Rural Up, provided the Chamber members with some information about their organization. “We’re just going to continue the […] The post Rural Up addresses chamber appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Man missing in Kentucky state park rescued
Kentucky State Police say a man who was reported missing at the Cumberland Falls State Resort Park on Sunday has been rescued and taken to University of Tennessee Hospital. During his press conference on the winter weather on Monday, Gov. Andy Beshear mentioned that the Kentucky State Parks had received notice that day of a […] The post Man missing in Kentucky state park rescued appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Fulton Independent Schools asks FBI to investigate unaccounted $1.1 million in school funds
The FBI has been asked to investigate $1.1 million that is unaccounted for in the Fulton Independent School District. Jeff Rogers, who was hired as superintendent in May, said the district is cooperating with multiple investigations which include the FBI, Kentucky Department of Education and two insurance companies. Rogers reported the investigation is focusing on […] The post Fulton Independent Schools asks FBI to investigate unaccounted $1.1 million in school funds appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky legislature asked to end long, worrying wait lists for adults with disabilities
By Deborah Yetter Kentucky Lanter Kim Thompson is happy her adult son, who is intellectually disabled, lives with her. “I want him at home,” the Louisville woman said of her son, Forest Thompson-Bell, 27. “I want to be very clear about that.” But Thompson, 54, is among thousands of Kentucky parents or other caregivers who […] The post Kentucky legislature asked to end long, worrying wait lists for adults with disabilities appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Legislative update: Second week of the session
By Sen. Johnnie Turner Guest Writer The second week of the 2024 Legislative Session concluded on Friday and week three will begin on Tuesday following the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. President Ronald Reagan signed the King Holiday Bill into law on Nov. 2, 1983, designating a federal holiday to be observed annually on […] The post Legislative update: Second week of the session appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Lady Dragons rout Barbourville to end All ‘A’ title drought
For more local sports coverage, visit our partners at Harlan County Sports. By John Henson Contributing Sports Writer A trip to the state All “A” Classic was a regular part of the schedule for the Harlan Lady Dragons during Mackenzie King Varner’s playing career. Harlan made four straight trips from 2014 to 2017. Varner has […] The post Lady Dragons rout Barbourville to end All ‘A’ title drought appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan man faces charges following standoff
A man is facing multiple charges, including menacing and resisting arrest after allegedly being involved in a standoff with police. Harlan County Sheriff’s Deputy C.J. Reed arrested David Simpson, 36, of Harlan, was arrested on Friday, Jan. 12. According to a news release, Harlan County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the New Hope Apartment Complex when […] The post Harlan man faces charges following standoff appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Jackets end Harlan’s four-year reign as All ‘A’ regional champs
For more local sports coverage, visit our content partners at Harlan County Sports. By John Henson Contributing Sports Writer Williamsburg wiped out a seven-point halftime deficit by outscoring Harlan 18-10 in the third quarter and held on for a 54-51 win in the championship game of the 13th Region All “A” Classic last Tuesday at […] The post Jackets end Harlan’s four-year reign as All ‘A’ regional champs appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Winter weather hits Harlan
Harlan County has seen its share of winter storms over the years, complete with large amounts of wind, snow and frigid temperatures. This year seems to be no different, with severe wind, rain, snow and plummeting temperatures already hitting the area. Last week, uncommonly high winds blew rain across the county, resulting in multiple downed […] The post Winter weather hits Harlan appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Bill to exempt diapers from state sales tax gets bipartisan support in Frankfort
Legislation sponsored by a Senate Democrat that would exempt diapers from the state sales tax has received a boost from one of that chamber’s most powerful Republican members. Sen. Cassie Chambers Armstrong, D-Louisville is the sponsor of Senate Bill 97, which would remove the sales tax from all diapers for both children and adults. Senate […] The post Bill to exempt diapers from state sales tax gets bipartisan support in Frankfort appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Beshear puts Kentucky under state of emergency due to wintry weather
On Sunday night, Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency as winter storms continue to generate high winds, heavy rain and thunderstorms, severe temperature decreases and the potential for ice and snow throughout much of the state. The storms have the potential to disrupt utility systems and impact road conditions and private property. The state of […] The post Beshear puts Kentucky under state of emergency due to wintry weather appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County Courthouse Reports
Compiled by Paul Lunsford. • Patrick T. Bynum, 22, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of a substance (first offense), license to be in possession, possession of marijuana — pleaded not guilty, pretrial conference scheduled May 21. • Crystal Michelle Bailey, 29, expired or no registration plate, expired or no Kentucky registration receipt, failure […] The post Harlan County Courthouse Reports appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
KSP identifies remains found in Carroll Co. in 1980
The Kentucky State Police (KSP) post at Campbellsburg announced on Friday that they have been able to determine the identity of skeletal remains found near the Ohio River more than 40 years ago. In November 1980, the KSP says skeletal remains of a man were located in Carroll County near the Ohio River. It was […] The post KSP identifies remains found in Carroll Co. in 1980 appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
2 car collision results in death of Loyall man
A Loyall man was pronounced deceased following a two-car collision in Bell County on Thursday. According Kentucky State Police Trooper Shane Jacobs, Mathew Estep, 37, of Loyall, was pronounced deceased at the scene of a two vehicle collision which occurred at approximately 5 p.m. in the Page community in Bell County. The driver of the […] The post 2 car collision results in death of Loyall man appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
UK, Asbury partnering on nursing education
The University of Kentucky and Asbury University announced on Thursday that they have joined forces to help alleviate the nursing shortage, with a nursing education partnership. The two schools have entered into a dual enrollment agreement for students to complete both an Asbury bachelor’s degree and, after transferring to UK with preferred admission to UK […] The post UK, Asbury partnering on nursing education appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan City Police receive grant for bulletproof vests
The Harlan City Police Department was recently awarded a grant aimed at equipping the department’s officers with bulletproof vests, vital equipment for law enforcement in the event of a shooting incident. Harlan City Chief of Police Winston Yeary provided some specifics about the grant and the vests purchased. According to Yeary, the grant was awarded […] The post Harlan City Police receive grant for bulletproof vests appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Amendment would move elections for Constitutional officers to same as presidential elections
A proposed Constitutional Amendment to move the election of Kentucky’s Constitutional officers to the same year as Presidential elections, cleared the Senate State and Local Government Committee on Wednesday. Senate Bill 10, sponsored by Sen. Christian McDaniel, R-Ryland Heights, would move the elections of the Governor and Lt. Governor slate, Attorney General, Secretary of State, […] The post Amendment would move elections for Constitutional officers to same as presidential elections appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
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