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Good News Parents – Kentucky is One of the Best States for Teen Drivers
Driving is a major milestone for teenagers, and choosing where to hit the road can make a significant difference in safety and skill-building. WalletHub recently conducted a study to rank the Best & Worst States for Teen Drivers, and Kentucky parents should be glad to know that the Bluegrass State was near the top of the list.
Governor Andy Beshear Makes Dolly Parton an Official Kentucky Colonel
One of the highest honors bestowed in the Bluegrass state is the distinction as a Kentucky Colonel. To receive the title, a person must be nominated via application which lists accomplishments including community involvement and service Governor Beshear. The Honorable Order of the Kentucky Colonels is a non-profit organization that...
Here's why Dolly Parton continues to champion literacy throughout her life
Dolly Parton, the queen of country music, is also the queen of children's literacy. The country music legend has made it her mission to improve literacy and book accessibility through her Imagination Library book giveaway program. Parton's program has taken on a life of its own, expanding across the U.S. in Missouri and Kentucky where children under five can sign up to have books delivered monthly to their homes for free. These are just two of the 21 states that Imagination Library services across the country.
Resources to help keep you cool as temperatures rise in Tri-State
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Extreme heat and drought have caused several issues for our community. Temperatures this week are set to reach the high 90s, which has caused a few of our counties to take some extra precautions. One of those precautions is burn bans. Officials say burn bans are...
Two Arrested Following Home Robbery in Pikeville
Two people have been arrested after a home invasion robbery in Pikeville. Colby Moore, of West Virginia, and Evan Chapman are accused of entering the home on Bridge Street and telling the occupants to empty their pockets and threatening them. Moore and Chapman are also accused of destroying two cell...
30th annual National Corvette Caravan rolls through Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Several hundred Corvette enthusiasts rolled into Louisville Wednesday. It was all part of the 30th annual National Corvette Caravan to Bowling Green. Louisville's River Cities Corvette Club and Texas Roadhouse hosted a lunch at the fairgrounds Wednesday afternoon for drivers from across the country. After lunch,...
Officials seeking loved ones of 19 sets of human remains after funeral home closes
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE/Gray News) - Kentucky officials are attempting to get in touch with loved ones after a funeral home was shut down by the state two weeks ago, leaving the remains of almost two dozen people unclaimed. The Floyd County Coroner’s Officer is looking to return 19 sets of...
Kentucky Gov. Beshear announces launch of statewide glass recycling program
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) - Governor Andy Beshear has announced the launch of Kentucky’s first dedicated glass recycling program. Governor Beshear joined local officials and leaders in Louisville Wednesday to announce the launch of the program, according to a news release. Figures in attendance included leaders from project collaborators O-I Glass Inc., Workwell Industries and multiple Kentucky distilleries.
Dolly Parton talks family, literacy and legacy with Kentucky Gov. Beshear
When asked what she hopes she'll be remembered for years from now, Dolly said she hopes people say, "She was a good ole' girl, she tried hard, she worked hard, and she tried to make the world a better place."
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