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Officer-involved fatal crash in Pulaski County
Tags: News and z-newsletter-news Photo: KSP logo. Author: Kentucky Today The Kentucky State Police Post in London is continuing its investigation into a fatal weekend traffic crash in Pulaski County, in which one of the drivers was an off-duty police officer from Garrard County. The KSP says it was called shortly before midnight on Saturday […] The post Officer-involved fatal crash in Pulaski County appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Underrated Afari moving to linebacker in 24′
By Larry Vaught Contributing Writer He’s not one of the name’s prominently mentioned on why the Kentucky defense could be special this season but junior Alex Afari has 70 career tackles, has played in 26 games the last two years and made 15 consecutive starts while playing over 800 career snaps. He was a four-star […] The post Underrated Afari moving to linebacker in 24′ appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Jessamine Co. resident awarded prosecutorial education honor
Staff Report Attorney General Russell Coleman congratulated the Attorney General’s Violent Crime Resource Prosecutor Tom Lockridge, of Jessamine County, for receiving the Distinguished Faculty Award from the National District Attorneys Association. The Award recognizes those who have increased education and furthered community knowledge in the prosecutorial field. As the Violent Crime Resource Prosecutor, Lockridge offers […] The post Jessamine Co. resident awarded prosecutorial education honor appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Fire department safety issue avoided at planning meeting
In the planning commission’s June meeting, the commission heard a request to approve the final development plan of two lots next to the Jessamine County Fire District station. The plan included access to a driveway, or an easement, on the fire department’s property, something that is in the deed for the property purchased by the […] The post Fire department safety issue avoided at planning meeting appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Closure Scheduled on Ashgrove Road/KY-1980
Staff report The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) notified motorists of a scheduled closure for Ashgrove Road/KY-1980. The closure started on Monday, August 5, and will last through 8 a.m. Monday, August 19. It is located right off of U.S. 27 on milepoints 6.41 and 6.68. According to the KYTC press release, the project is necessary […] The post Closure Scheduled on Ashgrove Road/KY-1980 appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Wilmore Nonprofit finalist of $50,000 grant
Justin’s Place offers therapeutic horseback riding and animal interaction for children aged 3 to 12 with a disability or disorder diagnosis. Located in Wilmore, Ky, the nonprofit offers several programs with certified instructors and trained volunteers to provide “unconditional acceptance, support, and encouragement,” to participants, according to the organization’s website. On Friday, August 2, Kubota […] The post Wilmore Nonprofit finalist of $50,000 grant appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
AG sends advisory to public schools about using public resources on political activities
Attorney General Russell Coleman released an advisory to all public school districts in the commonwealth reminding them that public resources must not be used to campaign for or against the proposed constitutional amendments on the ballot this November. Coleman referenced Kentucky law, a previous Attorney General Opinion and even a recent guidance document issued by […] The post AG sends advisory to public schools about using public resources on political activities appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Godbey: Just let it go
By Jack Godbey Columnist One of the most useful things that I’ve learned is the ability to just let things go without, you know, choking the living daylights out of someone. For example, I was at work the other day and as usual, I spent the day looking forward to lunchtime. The clock seemed […] The post Godbey: Just let it go appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Henderson man sentenced to 30 years on child sex offenses
A Henderson man has been sentenced at U.S. District Court in Owensboro to 30 years in federal prison for numerous child-related sex offenses, it was announced by the U.S Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Kentucky. “I commend the work of the prosecutors assigned to this case as well the outstanding investigative effort conducted […] The post Henderson man sentenced to 30 years on child sex offenses appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Meeks among 6 to be inducted into UK Hall of Fame
Former University of Kentucky standout Jodie Meeks is among six individuals who will be inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame Class of 2024 next month. Meeks, along with Jasmine Camacho-Quinn (track and field), John Cropp (administration), Henrik Larsen (rifle), Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone (track and field) and Corey Peters (football) will be officially enshrined Sept. 20-21 […] The post Meeks among 6 to be inducted into UK Hall of Fame appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Dave Says: What’s best for me?
By Dave Ramsey Syndicated Columnist Dear Dave, I was talking to some friends the other day about wills and trusts. They seemed to have a variety of opinions, so can you straighten things out for me? I don’t have a will or a trust, and my financial situation is pretty simple. I just want to […] The post Dave Says: What’s best for me? appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Former UK athletes claim 13 medals at Paris Olympics
Eleven former University of Kentucky athletes shattered a school record, earning 13 medals at the Paris Olympic Games. The former cast of Wildcats captured nine gold medals, two silver medals and two bronze. In the medal table formula, Kentucky won six gold medals, two silver medals and two bronze during the prestigious event that ended […] The post Former UK athletes claim 13 medals at Paris Olympics appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Kentucky 9th among states with lowest COVID-19 vaccination rates
As a summer surge of the Coronavirus is underway across the country, a new study has revealed the states with the lowest COVID-19 vaccination rates among adults, and Kentucky has finished among the bottom 10. Personal injury lawyers at the Zinda Law Group analyzed data from CDC to find the percentage of people aged 18 […] The post Kentucky 9th among states with lowest COVID-19 vaccination rates appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Northpoint correctional officer arrested for drug trafficking
Kentucky State Police (KSP) at the Richmond Post arrested a correctional officer at the Northpoint Training Center on drug trafficking and promoting contraband charges following an investigation. On Friday, August 9, the KSP received a call from the Northpoint Training Center requesting investigative assistance regarding a Correctional Officer who was suspected of bringing an illegal […] The post Northpoint correctional officer arrested for drug trafficking appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Wilmore approves its proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget
A budget is a financial document that estimates how much in taxes and other revenue the city will receive in a year in addition to its expenses. The city has proposed and approved this budget, but it is merely an estimate. It will likely stay the same, but unexpected revenues and costs are possible throughout […] The post Wilmore approves its proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Tips for treating minor cuts and scrapes at home
By Julie Elder UK Healthcare Minor cuts and scrapes are common and can usually be treated and monitored at home. However, there are ways to promote healing and signs to look for that could signal infection and need further medical attention. It’s important to note that deeper cuts or more severe punctures and wounds may […] The post Tips for treating minor cuts and scrapes at home appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
KYTC moving quickly to remove Old Broadway Bridge in Frankfort
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is expediting the removal of the closed Old Broadway Bridge in Frankfort to ensure public safety and take steps to reopen Kentucky River traffic due to debris falling into the river and onto a nearby park. The Old Broadway Bridge, built around 1910, has been closed to vehicles and pedestrians […] The post KYTC moving quickly to remove Old Broadway Bridge in Frankfort appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Kentucky’s Safe at Home Program sees high participation rate since expansion
Staff Report Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that participation in Kentucky’s Safe at Home Program has increased by 460 percent in the first year since the General Assembly expanded the program at his request. “I am grateful to our state legislators for coming together across party lines to join us in protecting our […] The post Kentucky’s Safe at Home Program sees high participation rate since expansion appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
Brea ready to make it rain
He was a two-time Atlantic 10 Sixth Man of the Year last season at Dayton and had 38 double-digit scoring games in his four-year Dayton career. Koby Brea played 33 games where he hit three or more 3’s and was a career 43.4 percent 3-point shooter with 224 makes. Brea did all that despite not […] The post Brea ready to make it rain appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
The Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2024 inductees announced
Tags: News and z-newsletter-news The Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame announced the Class of 2024 inductees on Wednesday, which includes 26 veterans from around Kentucky, as part of the 10th indictee class. “I am so proud Lexington serves as the host city for the Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame,” said Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton. “The […] The post The Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2024 inductees announced appeared first on Jessamine Journal.
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