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Amendment 2 would send tax dollars to church schools
Many Kentucky churches are losing members and money, but they’re hoping taxpayers will vote to bail them out of their financial problems. Church lobbyists pushed Amendment 2 onto the November ballot, and if their scheme passes, hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars will flow into questionable religious schools operated in church basements across the commonwealth. […]
Kentucky taking lead in EV industry, but is everyone on board? A guide to our coverage
Kentucky is taking the lead on electric vehicle manufacturing, bringing in billions of dollars in investments. But not everyone is on board with Kentucky's transition to the "EV Capital of the U.S." Over the past few months, The Courier Journal has taken an in-depth look at the growing pains of EV manufacturing in...
How is Kentucky's anti-street camping law going in Northern Kentucky?
The parking lot outside the Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky has become a haven for people who have no other place to sleep but their cars lately. Executive Director Kim Webb says that's because people experiencing homelessness in the region are worried they'll be cited or arrested for not having housing under the state's month-old Safer Kentucky Act.
Kentucky University Cuts DEI: America’s Right-Wing Trend Gains Another Supporter
The University of Kentucky has announced that it will be dissolving its Office for Institution Diversity as the nationwide rejection of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs continues to spread throughout America. Purpose of DEI Programs. DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and these programs were originally created to...
Kentucky Newsmakers 8/25: Berea College President Dr. Cheryl Nixon; Scott Co. Schools Superintendent Billy Parker
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - On the latest edition of Kentucky Newsmakers, WKYT’s Bill Bryant talks with Berea College President Dr. Cheryl Nixon and Scott County Schools Superintendent Billy Parker. First, We hear from the president of Berea College, Dr. Cheryl Nixon. Berea College is unique in the country and...
Massive Heat Wave in West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky
(WOWK) – West Virginia is the most drought stricken state in the nation, and StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict that it will get worse. A powerful heatwave will settle in Appalachia for the work week causing high temperatures to soar to 10 – 15 degrees above normal. If Wednesday’s rain chances break down some backyard thermometers […]
BLINK accepting nominations for parade torchbearers
BLINK is accepting nominations for outstanding local individuals to represent the region as torchbearers during the event’s kickoff parade this October. Since 2022, the TorchBearer Awards have offered an opportunity to applaud those who light up our cities with their hearts and hands. The process is open to all...
Kentucky AG's Office Upholds Rule of Law in Lexington with Extraordinary Orders from Court of Appeals
FRANKFORT, KY – Attorney General Russell Coleman recently announced that the Kentucky Court of Appeals took the extraordinary step of issuing multiple rulings that ensure the Fayette Circuit Court ordered a repeat felon to return to prison. Circuit courts in Kentucky are bound to follow the rulings and precedents...
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
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