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Massive solar farm planned for coal mine site in eastern Kentucky
A massive solar farm is in the works at the site of one of the largest coal mines in southern Appalachia. BrightNight, the developer behind the planned farm at the decades-old Starfire coal mine near Hazard, Kentucky, says the project could help reinvigorate a region where thousands of mining jobs have been lost. Construction on the first phases could begin as soon as 2026.
Surface coal mining worsened deadly Eastern Kentucky floods in July 2022, study shows
Over a week in July 2022, more than a foot of rainfall came down on Eastern Kentucky bringing a deluge of flood waters that displaced thousands of people and killed more than 40. A recent study published by Kentucky’s former top geologist suggests environmental damage from surface coal mining worsened the deadly disaster, perhaps significantly. […] The post Surface coal mining worsened deadly Eastern Kentucky floods in July 2022, study shows appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Expunge the overreaction: Concern about Kentucky’s process for purging voters is reasonable.
Kentuckians should be proud that Secretary of State Michael Adam received a Profile in Courage Award from the John F. Kennedy Foundation for “protecting access to the ballot and ensuring that our nation remains a beacon of democracy.” In a time of rampant election denialism and threats against election workers, this state in 2021 expanded […] The post Expunge the overreaction: Concern about Kentucky’s process for purging voters is reasonable. appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Kentucky Weather Alert: Scattered Thunderstorms and Localized Flooding Possible
Louisville, KY – Kentucky residents should prepare for a week marked by scattered thunderstorms and showers, as predicted by the US National Weather Service in Louisville. Although no single day is expected to be completely rained out, the persistent nature of the precipitation may lead to localized flooding, particularly in southern Kentucky.
How KY’s open records law reveals abuses inside state’s juvenile detention centers
Here’s how the Herald-Leader reported the most recent stories detailing abuses inside the state’s juvenile detention centers. Internal investigations explain what’s going wrong in the troubled Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice.
Five Famous Olympic Gold Medalists from Right Here in Kentucky
The opening ceremonies of the 2024 Summer Olympics are coming up this Friday in Paris, France. Back here in Kentucky, Olympic fans (like me) are getting geared up to cheer on Team USA and members of that team from right here in Kentucky. The Commonwealth, by the way, has a 'golden' Olympic history. Various Kentuckians, and other athletes with ties to the Bluegrass State, have scored Olympic Gold! Here's a look at five legendary Kentucky athletes that are forever a part of Olympic history.
Beshear will not attend Aug. 3 Fancy Farm Picnic, annual West Kentucky political tradition
Organizers of the annual church fundraiser held in Graves County said in a Friday afternoon email that the governor had said he is not attending the August event and “no reason was given.”. Fancy Farm organizers added that Republican State Auditor Allison Ball will not attend due to a...
1 suspect in THP-involved shooting captured in KY; Reward for info about shooter raised to $20K
One of the suspects wanted for his connection to a shooting that left a Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) trooper injured has been captured in Kentucky, but now the reward for information that leads to the shooter's arrest has been increased.
"Beyond the Call of Duty" to honor local law enforcement
VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — A memorial will take place this week for members of Tri-State law enforcement gone too soon. The non-profit organization "Beyond the Call of Duty" is hosting the several month-long event. Starting June 1st, members of the group started their tour across the country to...
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