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Record-Breaking Unemployment Kentucky governor Andy Beshear says the commonwealth is seeing record-breaking job growth and economic development as part of a visit to Lousville. He says the unemployment rate is sitting at 3.9%.The conversation was part of Greater Louisville Inc.’s Capitol Connection series, speaking with elected officials and political leaders on business issues within…
Eastern KY Burn Bans During the fall forest fire season, which lasts until December 15th, outdoor burning is banned between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. if the fire is within 150 feet of any woodland, brush or fields containing dry grass or other materials that could catch on fire.At least 6…
University Of Pikeville Grant The University of Pikeville has been awarded a $1.5 million grant by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for its Ag-Tech Innovation Center of Excellence Project. This award is part of a recently announced nearly $47 million package supporting 52 projects in 181 coal-impacted counties through ARC’s POWER (Partnerships for Opportunity…
Pikeville Child Dies The deputy coroner in Pike County confirms the second-grade Pikeville Elementary student who died was Andrew James Allen.He says the 7-year-old died Saturday at UK Children’s Hospital. The cause of death was a medical issue, but further specifics are unavailable.The funeral is scheduled for noon Wednesday at the Main Street Church…
Candy Inspection With the fear of fentanyl, Trick-or-treating can be a fun Halloween activity for children and their families to enjoy, but before anyone begins eating the candy, there are a few things to keep in mind.Trooper Matt Gayheart with Kentucky State Police Post 13 said caregivers should always do a visual inspection of…
Perry County Grant The Perry County Fiscal Court was awarded a $1.5 million dollar grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization Fund. It is to help build the Rowdy Trailhead and Campground project.The campground property is being used as a county flood removal drop-off point in Rowdy,…