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Animated series 'Triggered' features Kentucky women suffering from PTSD

A Kentucky writer developed an award-winning collection of animated stories of women dealing with PTSD.

WEKU · Oct 31, 2023

Knott County resident says flood recovery continues one step at a time

The long road to recovery in eastern Kentucky from last year's deadly summer flood continues. Penny Fields along with her niece live in the community of Sassafras in Knott County. Her house sits at the base of a mountain with a deeply cut creek on the other side of the…

WEKU · Oct 31, 2023

Kentucky nurses asking state lawmakers for staffing-related legislation

The Kentucky Nurses Association plans to ask the State Legislature to enact a safe staffing model. That means having a suitable number of nurses available at all times across the continuum of care with a proper mix of education, skills, and experience.

WEKU · Oct 30, 2023

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Bensenhaver: KY Court of Appeals ruling a victory for open government

The Kentucky Court of Appeals ruling that text messages by government officials on their personal phones are subject to state Open Records laws is a victory for the citizens of Kentucky. That’s according to Amye Bensenhaver, the co-director of the nonprofit Kentucky Open Government Coalition.

WEKU · Oct 30, 2023

Versailles Police Department offers Trick or Treat safety tips

A central Kentucky police department is offering tips to help make sure nothing really scary happens to the little ghosts and goblins Trick or Treating Tuesday night

WEKU · Oct 30, 2023

Lexington Council members get briefed on waterway quality

The current state of waterways throughout Fayette County is improving in some ways, but areas of concern remain. A Lexington City Council committee got an update last week.

WEKU · Oct 30, 2023

Pandemic-era inflation continues to hit Kentucky's auto industry and consumers

COVID-19 pandemic-related inflation has slowed, but prices for most items remain much higher than before – especially new and used vehicles. Here's how some car shoppers – and dealers – are coping.

WEKU · Oct 30, 2023

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Some Ford dealers breathing easier after Kentucky Truck Plant strike ends

The end of the United Auto Workers strike against the Kentucky Truck Plant is good news for people who like big Ford trucks – and the auto dealerships that sell them.

WEKU · Oct 28, 2023

Eastern Kentucky family donates 100 acres of land for new flood victim housing

Governor Beshear was in eastern Kentucky Thursday for another announcement about new higher-ground housing for the flood-stricken region. 115 homes will be built in Letcher County and another 12 in Floyd County – and they’ll be built on about 100 acres donated by Gregory Johnson and his brothers Garnie and…

WEKU · Oct 27, 2023

In the midst of springlike weather, Lexington city leaders are briefing on the snow and ice removal

Temperatures may be a far cry from what’s required to see frozen precipitation in the central Kentucky area. But, October is traditionally the time for Lexington officials to spell out the snow and ice removal plan.

WEKU · Oct 27, 2023

On Guard: Lexington Fencing Club produces champions

Sam Dick travels to Lexington to see the Bluegrass Fencers Club train young fencers

WEKU · Oct 27, 2023

Louisville congressman weighs in on new House speaker

Wednesday, Kentucky’s five Republican members of Congress voted to elect Mike Johnson, while the state’s lone Democrat congressman, Morgan McGarvey of Louisville, voted for his party’s nominee, Hakeem Jeffrees. The day after the vote, McGarvey told WEKU News he felt a sense of relief.

WEKU · Oct 26, 2023

Lexington grocery workers vote to unionize

According to United Food and Commercial Workers Local 227, the ratification vote for Good Foods Co-op employees was Monday.

WEKU · Oct 26, 2023

Some Lexington taxpayers will soon see a second tax bill in the mail

Some Lexington residents can expect to get a pre-holiday letter from the urban county government. A second property tax bill will be coming to certain residents who have streetlights and city garbage collection.

WEKU · Oct 26, 2023

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WEKU · Oct 26, 2023

University of Kentucky working to keep diverse student body after Supreme Court’s decision on aff

The U.S. Supreme Court made a decision earlier this year that basically ended race-conscious admission programs at institutions of higher learning.

WEKU · Oct 25, 2023

Beshear expected to make ‘major’ housing announcement in Letcher County Thursday

Governor Beshear is expected in Letcher County Thursday afternoon, in the city of Jenkins, with a major announcement about new housing for the flood-stricken area.

WEKU · Oct 25, 2023

Lexington Council continues its search to go from waste to compost

Lexington’s City Council continues to explore ways to change how it handles waste in the bluegrass community. Members of a Council committee got a long-awaited consultant study on ways to reduce garbage going to the landfill.

WEKU · Oct 25, 2023

Woodford County third in state to be certified as ‘Recovery Ready Community’

Woodford County is the third in the commonwealth to be certified as a “Recovery Ready Community.” The program started two years ago after the General Assembly passed House Bill 7 and Governor Beshear signed it.

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WEKU · Oct 25, 2023

After long campaigns, Kentucky's gubernatorial candidates meet for a final debate

The two candidates for the state’s top job in government faced off Tuesday night. The televised debate between Democratic Governor Andy Beshear and Republican Attorney General Daniel Cameron was expected to be the last such appearance before Election Day.

WEKU · Oct 25, 2023

Cooperage: a look at a vital business in Kentucky that could be facing challenges

Roughly 95% of the world’s bourbon is produced within state borders, and the industry is one of the state’s largest draws.

WEKU · Oct 24, 2023

Lexington VA holds ribbon-cutting to mark consolidation of health care services

Lexington’s Veterans Affairs center on Leestown Road held a ribbon-cutting Tuesday to mark the consolidation of several important health care services.

WEKU · Oct 24, 2023

Veteran Transylvania political scientist says similarities and differences seen in the current Ky go

This year’s gubernatorial race in Kentucky is getting closer to the finish line. The final head-to-head forum featuring incumbent Governor Andy Beshear and challenger Attorney General Daniel Cameron is Tuesday. Transylvania Political Scientist Don Dugi said the voter benefit of this type of question-and-answer session varies.

WEKU · Oct 24, 2023

Interstate 75 delays in Fayette County still anticipated

Motorists traveling between Lexington and Richmond along Interstate 75 will still face some possible delays for a few more weeks. A rehabilitation project is anticipated to be completed by mid-November.

WEKU · Oct 23, 2023

UK Board of Trustees pushing school to prepare the state’s workforce

The Board discussed recent statewide economic growth and marketing opportunities during their annual retreat

WEKU · Oct 23, 2023

Lexington Council and Administration express concern about employee feedback on diversity-equity and

A survey of employees in Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government shows there are areas of concern. The issue got attention last week during a Council Committee meeting.

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