Trump Leading In KY New polling just out suggests President Donald Trump should once again collect Kentucky’s eight electoral votes in his November bid for re-election.Independent research firm Morning Consult surveyed nearly 800 likely voters over a recent 10-day period, showing Trump well ahead of Democratic challenger Joe Biden, 59 percent to 35 percent,…
Walmart Settlement One of America’s largest retailers will pay out a $20 million settlement after allegations of hiring discrimination against women.The Lexington Herald-Leader reports the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleged that the discrimination happened at Walmart’s 44 distribution centers across the country, including the one in Laurel County. The original complaint in the…
Kentucky State University Back-To-School Kentucky State University is offering in-person or remote classes this fall, depending on each student’s choice.Students will be able to have online classes while living in residence halls, off-campus or at home. They also can choose a hybrid arrangement with face-to-face classes and reduced classroom size while attending class in…
Letcher Fire And Rescue Upgrade Tuesday morning the Letcher Fire and Rescue Ambulance Service celebrates a milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. They upgraded their services from basic life support to advanced life support. The difference between what could mean life and death to a patient.“It’s something for this community that we have not been…
More Homes In Hazard While the city of Hazard looks to expand its downtown area, it will have an added boost in the near future.The Housing Development Alliance announcing phase two of the Allais Project, which includes water line installation as well as groundbreaking for 15 new homes set to be built on the…
New Hiring Venture In Pikeville Officials with Goodwill Industries of Kentucky and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield have announced that they are launching an initiative in Pikeville called Reintegrating Individuals Successfully Everyday, or RISE.The program will connect eligible participants with resources to help them find and keep jobs, a statement said.To be eligible,…
Shaping Our Appalachian Region Director Search Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) is launching a state-wide search for its next executive director.Founding Executive Director of SOAR Jared Arnett announced he would leave his position at the end of his current contract that expires in October of 2020. After leading the organization for nearly six years,…
Louisville BBQ Cook Shooting A Kentucky State Police investigation into the fatal shooting of a Louisville barbecue cook during street protests against racism has been completed and handed over to prosecutors. Investigators turned over the findings in David McAtee’s May 31 shooting death to the Commonwealth’s Attorney in Louisville for review. Source:…
University Of KY COVID-19 Student Testing The University of Kentucky has begun testing 30,000 students for COVID-19.It’s part of the school’s reopening plan.The university has multiple COVID testing sites set up across campus. The one at Kroger Field is the only drive-up site.In addition to the test, students also get a kit with a…
Reduced COVID-19 Numbers In KY Kentucky reported lower numbers of new coronavirus cases Monday, but the governor braced the state for a potential increase in virus-related deaths after weeks of surging infections.Gov. Andy Beshear reported 323 additional virus cases, down significantly from daily totals posted in July – which he said turned into the…