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Majority of Kentucky in no drought area, Harlan County labeled as being in a ‘moderate’ drought
Rainfall during the seven-day period ending Tuesday morning led to improved conditions across Kentucky, with only three small areas listed as abnormally dry or in moderate drought, according to the weekly U.S. Drought Monitor report released on Thursday. 98.01% of the state is in a no drought area, compared to 95.58% last week. The area […] The post Majority of Kentucky in no drought area, Harlan County labeled as being in a ‘moderate’ drought appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
3 sentenced for convictions in Ky. meth trafficking case
Sentencings of three men in two separate cases, following their convictions for methamphetamine trafficking and an ATM theft, were the subjects of hearings at U.S. District Court in Paducah, it was announced by the U.S Attorney’s office for the Western District of Kentucky. According to court documents, on separate dates in March, June, and August […] The post 3 sentenced for convictions in Ky. meth trafficking case appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky considers Medicaid waiver for children with intellectual, related disabilities
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern During a crisis, parents of children with severe emotional disabilities must currently go to the hospital for help. They want the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services to offer a crisis hotline and crisis intervention services, among other services. This insight came from seven in-person and two virtual focus groups […] The post Kentucky considers Medicaid waiver for children with intellectual, related disabilities appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Surprise Cat is UK legend’s favorite player on this year’s squad
Jack Givens was part of Kentucky’s 1978 national championship team that was sometimes criticized for being too intense and not having enough fun because of its quest to win the national title. Givens, the 1978 Final Four most outstanding player, already has picked his favorite player on John Calipari’s 2023-24 team — sophomore Adou Thiero. […] The post Surprise Cat is UK legend’s favorite player on this year’s squad appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County District Court News
• Trayvon Long, 24, speeding (10 miles per hour over the limit), failure to wear seat belt, expired or no Kentucky registration receipt, expired or no registration plate, failure to produce insurance card, failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security (first offense), license to be in possession, improper display of registration plate — continued for […] The post Harlan County District Court News appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Gas prices begin to cool back down again
Gas prices in Kentucky, which saw a nearly 25 cents per gallon spike during the last week of July, are now starting to ease somewhat, according to gasbuddy.com, a crowd-sourced gasoline price website and mobile app. As of Tuesday afternoon, the statewide average for regular gas was $3.43 per gallon, based on data compiled from more […] The post Gas prices begin to cool back down again appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Beshear releases budget plan for law enforcement, boosting public safety
Should he win re-election in November, Gov. Andy Beshear outlined his budget plan for the next two years, which includes more funding to support law enforcement officers and boost public safety during a Capitol press conference on Wednesday. He explained why he is taking the unusual step of an early start. “During the last budget […] The post Beshear releases budget plan for law enforcement, boosting public safety appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County Civil Lawsuit Reports
• Elora K. McMillian vs. Marcus A. McMillian — child support and medical insurance. • Nicole C. Allen vs. Erica R. Burgan — child support and medical insurance. • Justin Templeton vs. Sasha Templeton — dissolution of marriage. • Stephanie Turner vs. Brandon Isom — dissolution of marriage. • Heather Hall vs. Walmart Claims Services, […] The post Harlan County Civil Lawsuit Reports appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Contractor named for last section of Mountain Parkway expansion
Bizzack Construction Co. has been selected as the design-build contractor to deliver the final section of the long-awaited expansion and extension of the Mountain Parkway, it was announced on Tuesday. “Today marks another major step forward in delivering on a long-anticipated promise to Eastern Kentuckians: to complete the Mountain Parkway expansion,” said Gov. Andy Beshear […] The post Contractor named for last section of Mountain Parkway expansion appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
5 Mayfield families get new homes as Western Kentucky rebuilds from tornadoes
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern Five Mayfield families were given keys to new homes Friday as the region continues to rebuild after devastating tornadoes as well as recent flooding. Gov. Andy Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman joined The Hope Initiative in bestowing the keys, a governor’s office news release said. The Team Western Kentucky […] The post 5 Mayfield families get new homes as Western Kentucky rebuilds from tornadoes appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Kentucky Farmers’ Market Week is underway
Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles is inviting Kentuckians to celebrate farm families across the state next week, as Kentucky Farmers’ Markets Week is being observed August 6-12. Farmers’ Markets Week salutes the 170 farmers’ markets located in 115 Kentucky counties. In those 170 markets, more than 2,400 vendors offer products for sale. Kentucky farmers’ markets not […] The post Kentucky Farmers’ Market Week is underway appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
National advocacy group estimates 16 rural Kentucky hospitals are in danger of closing
Sixteen of Kentucky’s 72 rural hospitals are at risk of closing, and 10 of those are at immediate risk of closing, according to the latest analysis of hospitals’ Medicare cost reports by the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform, an advocacy group. The report doesn’t name the 16 hospitals, but it does offer a […] The post National advocacy group estimates 16 rural Kentucky hospitals are in danger of closing appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Fancy Farm: Loud, rowdy and stinging as candidates face off
The crowd was belligerent, candidate rhetoric was hot, and so was the barbecue on Saturday at the 143rd Fancy Farm Picnic and Political Speaking event in the small Graves County community of Fancy Farm, which serves as the start to the fall political season in Kentucky. Current Attorney General and Republican Gubernatorial nominee Daniel Cameron accused […] The post Fancy Farm: Loud, rowdy and stinging as candidates face off appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County District Court Reports
• Tim Napier, 35, falsely reporting an incident to law enforcement — pleaded guilty, sentenced to 90 days in jail (probated 24 months). • Wallace L. Saylor, 51, theft by unlawful taking (shoplifting) — pleaded guilty, sentenced to 90 days in jail (probated 24 months). Ordered to stay off Dollar General property. • Bobby Freeman, […] The post Harlan County District Court Reports appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
AG files suit against insulin manufacturers and PMBs
Attorney General Daniel Cameron announced Wednesday he has filed a lawsuit against three pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs)—CVS Caremark, Optum Rx, and Express Scripts—for their role in an insulin pricing scheme. The lawsuit alleges insulin manufacturers and PBMs worked in tandem to manipulate and increase insulin prices. The new suit naming PBMs was filed in a […] The post AG files suit against insulin manufacturers and PMBs appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Lincoln County man’s wish to fish fulfilled by Hospice volunteer
By Lance Gaither Bluegrass Newsmedia If you can’t bring the fisherman to the lake, bring the lake to the fisherman. When a patient at Stanford Care nursing home wanted to go fishing one more time, his Hospice volunteer Brenda Short along with the Heritage Hospice Director of Volunteer Services Wendy Hellard, and Volunteer Services Coordinator […] The post Lincoln County man’s wish to fish fulfilled by Hospice volunteer appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
What to expect at Fancy Farm, the fall campaign’s unofficial launch
For nearly a century, a small town home to less than 600 people in far Western Kentucky has seen the unofficial launch of the fall campaign season. This weekend, many of the Republican and Democratic candidates running for office this November will gather at the St. Jerome Fancy Farm Picnic in Graves County to share zingers and barbecue.
Appeals court refuses to restore gender-affirming care for transgender minors in Kentucky
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern The 6th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals on Monday rejected a request from the American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky to let transgender minors access certain medical care once more. The ACLU asked for emergency relief on July 18. The request came days after a federal judge stayed a temporary block on part […] The post Appeals court refuses to restore gender-affirming care for transgender minors in Kentucky appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County Civil Lawsuit Reports
• Traci Johnson vs. Tim Johnson — dissolution of marriage. • Sarah Philpot Weigant vs. Michael Weigant — dissolution of marriage. • Erica Stephens vs. Jeremiah Stephens — dissolution of marriage. • Discover Bank vs. Michael L. Hatfield — contract dispute. • Truist Bank, f/k/a Branch Banking and Trust vs. Glenda Glenda — contract dispute. […] The post Harlan County Civil Lawsuit Reports appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
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