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The Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet has launched an investigation into Addiction Recovery Care after it received numerous complaints from current employees who allege they have gone weeks without pay. In an emailed statement to the Herald-Leader Friday, the cabinet confirmed the Division of Wages and Hours opened an investigation into Addiction Recovery Care after receiving multiple complaints from employees regarding non-payment of wages. It’s the latest investigation into ARC, which was once the largest addiction treatment provider in Kentucky. The company has faced hurdles over the past four years with an FBI investigation , a $16 million settlement with the federal Justice Department and federal charges against the former CEO and founder Tim Robinson . Vanessa Keeton, ARC’s spokesperson, has not responded to multiple requests for comment. Gov. Andy Beshear’s office said in a statement Friday it was taking the allegations seriously. “Gov. Beshear and his administration are taking these reports seriously and have opened an investigation into Addiction Recovery Care (ARC), which remains ongoing,” the governor’s office said. “The governor believes every person should be paid fairly and accurately for their hard work, and encourages anyone experiencing issues with payment from their employer to report their concerns by
The Pleasant Hill Shakers once numbered in the hundreds. Today, Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill CEO Billy Rankin is one of the most vocal opponents of "Project Bluegrass."
Laura Lee Brown, who died Nov. 10, 2026, at the age of 85, was a true daughter of the Commonwealth. In her long and purposeful life, she successfully combined the grace of an old Kentucky lineage with an unapologetically modern vision for the arts, civic preservation, and the environment. She was born in Louisville on […]
Many Americans are already deep into planning who’s bringing what to the Thanksgiving table. But if you ask firefighters, other far more important plans are never considered. Here are the Thanksgiving habits Kentucky firefighters wish families would stop doing. 1. Frying the Turkey Near the House. A Scott County...
Food insecurity never takes a holiday. As Thanksgiving and Christmas draw closer, the holidays bring added pressure for some families to choose between a typical celebration and a diluted version because of rising grocery costs. In some cases, that could mean no celebration. Also with Christmas, families feel the added...
The 2026 midterm elections in southcentral Kentucky netted major wins for critics of the data center industry. Local races in three cities featured successful campaigns centered around the issue, and officials are already eyeing new restrictions on the facilities. The debate over large-scale data centers moved from city commission meetings...
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Five Kentucky restaurants, including Lexington’s Dudley’s on Short, have been added to the Kentucky Historic Dining Guide, highlighting dining destinations that combine local cuisine with historic architecture and preservation. Gov. Andy Beshear announced the additions Thursday, bringing the guide’s total to 23 restaurants since...
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A Kentucky mother says a state program for adults with serious mental illness is out of reach for her daughter because it requires Medicaid. Her daughter has been in a state hospital since January 2025. The mother, Joyce, visits her daughter four times a week. The...
In Kentucky, a holiday tin of bourbon balls or pulled cream candy can mean more than any wrapped gift under the tree. Some families have bought their December sweets from the same counter for generations, and the recipes have barely changed. This list covers seven candy shops across the state,...
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is providing safety tips for when drivers see deer in the roadway. Following these tips ensures you keep yourself safe and know how to respond in different situations. Practice staying aware and report any deer-vehicle collisions that are witnessed. For Context. Over a million deer have...
The Logan County Career and Technical Center is the first school in the state of Kentucky to offer a program for students pursuing a career in the metals industry. It’s the first school in the state to offer students this unique opportunity. The Logan County Career and Technical Center...
First snowflakes of the season falling now in the mountains. Rain and snow showers continue tonight, coldest night coming. Warming trend arrives Sunday, dry weather takes over. First Snow Arrives as Cold Snap Grips Eastern Kentucky. We’re in the middle of it right now. The first snowflakes of the season...
The state of Kentucky is providing $7.3 million in grant funding for six projects designed to improve rail infrastructure and boost freight movements. Awarded through the Kentucky Short Line Infrastructure Preservation (KSLIP) program, the grants help fund construction of new rail lines and preserve existing lines. This is the fourth round of KSLIP funding, with the previous round having been announced in April.
Freddy's is testing an Everyday Value Menu in 7 states, with a Steakburger Taco, tenders and a hot dog from $3.49 and a $2.99 custard cookie. The post Freddy’s Tests a $3.49 Steakburger Taco on a New Value Menu in Select States appeared first on Timeless Dishes .
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - There’s a growing concern about the number of measles cases in Kentucky. Yesterday, we learned about one confirmed case in Henderson County, and this is on top of the over 200 cases across Kentucky. Now it’s a waiting game to see if the numbers continue...
There was a miracle this election day in Texas. And a blip in Kentucky. After years wondering the political woods, Texas Democrats emerged with a vengeance on Nov. 3, electing a U.S senator, state constitutional officers from the governor on down and assuming control of the state House, thus providing hope to Democrats in similar states that have operated for years under Republican control.
FRISCO, Texas — School bus drivers are often the first to recognize when a student is experiencing a medical emergency, but even the most detailed response plan can fail if transportation personnel lack the training, information or resources to carry it out. Angela McDonald, state school nurse consultant for...
Public health professors at Austin Peay State University are keeping a close eye on measles numbers both in Tennessee and Kentucky.
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky is accepting applications for its 2027 Kentucky Master Naturalist program, which trains volunteers to support conservation, wildlife management and environmental education across the commonwealth. The program, offered through UK’s Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and Cooperative Extension Service, begins in...
