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Public Policy: In Frankfort, the Time is Now
The work for the 2025 legislative session is well underway in the state’s capital. January may be months in the future, but insiders know that the fall and early winter are when much of the policy “sausage-making” happens. In the case a law needs clarification or a policy needs overhaul, now is the time for the work to begin.
Housing data walk: ‘I just want to see there start being action’
“We have the information,” said Wilder resident Dina Shields. “Now it’s time to understand what the action items are.”. Shields was one of several attendees to Thursday’s community listening session on housing, which took place at the Independence Senior Center. The event was put on by the Brighton Center, the United Way of Greater Cincinnati, and the Northern Kentucky Area Development District in hopes of gathering “input from community members to understand how Northern Kentucky’s current housing landscape has impacted their families, and how they hope policymakers will address housing issues going forward,” according to an announcement preceding the event.
Kentucky lawmakers visit Indiana freestanding birth center
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. — A group of Kentucky lawmakers visited a freestanding birth center in Indiana Thursday to learn about an issue that promises to come up again during the 2025 legislative session. Tree of Life, a freestanding birthing center in Jeffersonville — right across the Ohio River from Louisville...
Country ham nets $10.5M for charity as Kelly, Joe Craft break own record at Farm Bureau breakfast
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Two Republican megadonors once again were the highest bidders at Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Country Ham Breakfast charity auction. Kelly Craft, a former United Nations ambassador and 2023 Republican gubernatorial candidate, and her husband, coal executive Joe Craft, bid a record $10.5 million Thursday morning for the country ham that was crowned champion of the 2024 Kentucky State Fair.
Kentucky elementary student receives VIP ride to school
WILMORE, Ky. (WKYT) - Harlin Fugate’s first day of school was one she will never forget. “We were starting our morning off, just like every other school with greeting all the students on their first day, making sure they get to class ok,” said Wilmore Elementary School Resource Officer Kyle Toms.
McConnell says deterring America’s adversaries should be ‘front and center’ for the next president
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Pushing back against isolationism in his own ranks, Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said Thursday the challenge of deterring America’s adversaries should be “front and center” for the next president, as he advocated maintaining a strong military and support for allies, especially in war-torn Ukraine.
Simon Kenton takes season opener over Dixie Heights 50-35
EDGEWOOD, Ky (WKRC) - After a back-and-forth battle for most of the first half, Simon Kenton got the best of Dixie Heights on Friday 50-35. The Pioneers were led by Brady Lee, who had two rushing touchdowns. Simon Kenton will hit the road again to take on Mercer County next...
Boyle County Performing Arts Center season starts Oct. 4
lance.gaither@bluegrassnewsmedia.com The Boyle County Performing Arts Center, located in Boyle County Middle School, will kick off its upcoming season on Oct. 4 with a sold-out showing of “Charlotte’s Web.” “We at the BCPAC are thrilled at the growth we have experienced within the last year,” said BCPAC Director Jimmy Cornn. “We want to thank all […] The post Boyle County Performing Arts Center season starts Oct. 4 appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Scott Co. caregiver arrested, accused of stealing jewelry from elderly couple
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A woman in Scott County was arrested and charged with theft after an elderly couple reported her for stealing jewelry from their home while she was providing them with at-home healthcare. According to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, Sarah A. Noriega, 34, of Scottsburg is charged...
Good start good enough for Boyle boys – for now
Finishing well matters more than starting well, but starting well is a pretty good place to start. The Boyle County boys have gotten off to good starts in the first two games of a new soccer season, but they know good finishes will be imperative if they hope to reach their goals this fall. The […] The post Good start good enough for Boyle boys – for now appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
“Love, Broadway: Bringing Broadway to the Bluegrass”
By Palmer McNeal Staff Intern Jessamine County Arts Plus will be hosting its second annual “Love, Broadway” Benefit Concert at the end of August, to “bring Broadway to the Bluegrass” for one night. The concert features students and adult performers from the community. The main focus of the concert is three performers from Broadway. The […] The post “Love, Broadway: Bringing Broadway to the Bluegrass” appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
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