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An Indiana School System Asks Parents to Pick Up the Summer Sun Meals They Order
Summer can be a real challenge for parents, right? It feels like kids never stop eating! Just yesterday, we were driving back from Florida and decided to treat ourselves with a stop at McDonald's (a rare indulgence at our house). They had this deal—$5 for a meal with a double-patty burger, fries, four chicken nuggets, and a drink. My 11-year-old finished her entire meal. As for me, I only managed to eat half of my burger and a few fries. But wouldn't you know it, about 30 minutes later, she polished off the rest of my meal. And then, less than two hours after she ate, she was already saying she was hungry again!
Michigan man convicted for fatal ambush during Facebook Marketplace meet up
LANSING, MI – A Wayne County jury has convicted a Michigan man who lured another man from Kentucky before fatally shooting him. Davontae Eshawn Long, 31, of Detroit was found guilty of felony murder, carjacking, felon in possession of a handgun and felony firearm on June 28, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced.
Five People Sentenced in “Grandparent Scam”
A New Mexico man was sentenced last week to 1 year and 6 months in federal prison for his role in a sweeping “grandparent scam” that targeted victims in Kentucky and across the United States through Canadian-based call centers. U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett of the Western District...
Kentucky AG leads suit challenging Biden rule on MPG standards
(The Center Square) – Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman wants to block a new Biden Administration rule that would require automakers to drastically increase the fuel efficiency in their passenger vehicles and light trucks. It’s a move Coleman claims is meant to encourage the sale of electric vehicles and force consumers to pay more for their next car. Coleman, along with West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and their counterparts...
PGT Trucking adds new facilities in KY, SC
PGT Trucking, Inc., a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized solutions, launched two new facilities in Ghent, KY, and Spartanburg, SC. According to PGT, the Ghent location boasts five acres, including ample truck parking and a brand-new building with an operations center, driver lounge and shower amenities....
New ArtsWave hire to lead creative placemaking efforts in NKY
A multidisciplinary artist and nonprofit program leader with a lifelong connection to the Bluegrass State will serve as the first director of Northern Kentucky creative placemaking for ArtsWave. On Monday, ArtsWave and meetNKY – the Northern Kentucky visitors bureau – announced the appointment of Rachael Parker to the new position....
Four-star DL Javeon Campbell commits to Kentucky
Frankfort (Ky.) Western Hills defensive lineman Javeon Campbell announced his commitment to Kentucky on Tuesday. He adds another four-star piece to the Wildcats' Top 25 class and is considered by both 247Sports and the 247Sports Composite to be the No. 1 recruit in the state of Kentucky. "All the coaches...
Applications now open for Kentucky cannabis business licenses
Kentuckians can now begin applying for a cannabis business license, and medical providers can apply to Kentucky’s Board of Medical Licensure and Board of Nursing for permission to write cannabis prescriptions. This is thanks to a bipartisan House Bill 829 that became law during this year’s legislative session and...
Tractor Supply Co. ends DEI efforts after backlash from conservative customers
Tractor Supply, a rural lifestyle retail chain with locations across the country, including many in the Bluegrass State, is altering its company initiatives after backlash from conservative consumers. According to a statement released on Thursday, the company said the "hard-earned dollars" of consumers should go to communities "we all love," therefore, they...
Celebrate 155 years of Sunrise with 4th of July Freedom Run, anniversary giving opportunity
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (KT) – Sunrise Children's Services has served the children of Kentucky since 1869. A new giving campaign and Fourth of July event are opportunities to support a critical resource for the bluegrass state's most vulnerable population. 155 years serving Kentucky kids. Sunrise Children's Services, the child...
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