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A Kentucky school district under controversy because the majority of its students take all their classes virtually saw its third year of low academic scores in 2026. Cloverport Independent, a district that has only 230 in-person K-12 students while 2,073 attend its Kentucky Virtual Academy, showed a third straight year of poor academic performance scores, but did show improvement in a handful of areas.
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Many American service members and veterans carry challenge coins to boost morale, build camaraderie or express appreciation. These small but important symbols are also used to remember fallen heroes. Challenge coins hold special meaning for three veterans from our area. Brent Casey’s grandfather earned the Medal of...
Their stories are historically relevant but many Americans have no personal connection to service members or veterans. Some do not even realize the wars are still going on, as Andrew Napier, one of the interviewees, remarks in his interview. He speaks about returning home from the war in Iraq and meeting someone that asked, "Oh, is that still going on?" This collection of interviews not only educates fellow Kentuckians about the wars but they also personalize history, providing little known stories of active duty and the challenges associated with returning to civilian and student life.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KBSI) – Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear recognized veterans and their families Wednesday, Nov. 11, in a Veterans Day message thanking them for their service and sacrifices. In a social media post, Beshear expressed appreciation for the bravery, selflessness and dedication of those who have served in the...
Rep. TJ Roberts plans to propose legislation this session to expand privacy protections and establish warrant requirements for the use of automated license plate readers.
Attorneys for the LaRue County Board of Education are asking the court to reconsider its ruling that the petition challenging the Board’s 2025 property tax levy is sufficient, while the petition committee argues that the request simply re-argues issues from the trial that did not go in the Board’s favor.
In accordance with KRS 150.025, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is providing updated information about fish- and wildlife-related regulation amendments that have received final legislative review and are now in effect. The following summarizes provisions that relate to or affect Kentucky Fish and Wildlife and the services...
The national cemetery joined forces with the Central Kentucky Veterans Committee for the ceremony, commemorating the service of more than 16 million men and women in the US military.
Seventeen census tracts across eight Northern Kentucky cities have been approved for Opportunity Zone 2.0 designation, giving communities another tool to attract private investment, put underused properties back to work, and support local economic development.
Kentucky has now reported 207 confirmed measles cases in 2026, as the state continues to deal with its largest measles outbreak in decades.
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (WKYT) - As America celebrated Veterans Day Wednesday, one event in central Kentucky honored the stories of women who have worn our nation’s uniform and spotlighted the unique struggles they face in service to our country. “Women came into the service just as nurses. And since that...
Voters in Hamilton County, Ohio, turned out at a significantly higher rate than neighboring Northern Kentucky in last Tuesday’s general election, raising a familiar question. What could Kentucky do differently to get more people to the polls?. While turnout increased across Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties compared to the...
This comes as two other Kentucky elections this year were also decided by chance after candidates tied.
How One Kentucky Guardsman Inspires Generations to Answer the Call. In 1954, less than a decade after World War II ended, 18-year-old Gary Robinette raised his right hand and joined the Kentucky National Guard. He couldn't have known how much his decision would affect the rest of his life and the lives of his entire family. He simply wanted to serve his community and his country, build leadership skills, and be part of something bigger than himself. Little did he know that his decision would create a tradition that would carry on for generations.
The number of confirmed cases of measles has grown to over 200 in Kentucky, and Christian County is leading the pack in case numbers. That’s according to the Kentucky Department of Public Health, which is reporting 204 confirmed cases of measles in the Commonwealth, with Christian County holding 66 of those cases, followed by 56 in Laurel County, 32 in Trigg County and three confirmed cases in Todd County.
EVANSVILLE, INDIANA — Parts of the lower Ohio Valley and western Tennessee Valley are under a Level 1 (Marginal) risk for severe thunderstorms on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, as a cold front pushes through the region on Veterans Day. A much larger area of general thunderstorms covers a big...
Somewhere in the Kentucky woods, an old coal camp still has its store, school, and homes. The catch?. They’re built from open metal frames, so you can look straight through the walls. I love that idea so much. The real town emptied out decades ago, and those see-through outlines...
Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky On the night he won reelection in ruby-red Kentucky, Andy...
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Pet rent laws in Kentucky are far looser than most renters expect. Kentucky sets no statewide cap on pet rent, pet fees, or pet deposits for ordinary pets, so the number on your lease is whatever your landlord writes down and you agree to. That can add up fast over a 12-month term. The picture … This article, Pet Rent Laws in Kentucky: What Landlords Can Charge and What You Can Push Back On , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Petting Zoo Laws in Utah: Licenses, Permits, and Liability Rules Explained • Can Landlords Deny ESA in Hawaii? Your Rights, Limits, and Next Steps • Cane Corso Laws in Kansas: Bans, Liability, and Local Rules
The following is a Veteran’s Day Message from State Senator Robby Mills, R-Henderson:. Trampus Miller lost a leg to an improvised bomb in Iraq in 2008. His recovery at Walter Reed Medical Center took three and a half years and more than 100 surgeries. Later, he attended a deer hunt through Jason’s Box, a Paris, Kentucky, nonprofit that provides free outdoor activities for severely injured veterans.
