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EKU Celebrates Virtual Graduation A Facebook post from Eastern Kentucky University says that even though the semester did not go as planned, they still want to celebrate graduating seniors.They are holding a virtual graduation on Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m.Seniors are asked to submit a picture for the ceremony by May 1. …
Daily KY COVID-19 Update Governor Andy Beshear delivered his daily news conference on COVID-19 in Kentucky as the state surpassed the 3,000-case mark on Monday.The governor announced 102 new cases, which is less than half of the cases announced Sunday. Beshear said the count may be low because some labs were closed over the…
Northern KY Bridge Is Closed A bridge in northern Kentucky is closed to motor vehicles until further notice due to deterioration on a load-bearing portion of the span.The problem on the 4th Street-Veterans Bridge that connects Covington and Newport was discovered during an inspection, The Kentucky Enquirer reported.The span carries about 13,676 vehicles over…
Testing Capacity Must Increase Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has embraced plans by the White House to lift restrictions brought on by the coronavirus, but said the state must increase its testing capacity to get there.President Trump this week detailed a set of guidelines for easing restrictions over a span of several weeks in places…
Church Service Lawsuit Filed The Lexington Herald Leader is reporting that a second lawsuit has been filed accusing Governor Beshear of violating the first amendment rights of churchgoers during the COVID-19 pandemic.Maryville Baptist Church in Louisville, which held in-person services despite warnings from the Governor, and its pastor, Jack Roberts, filed the suit Friday…
Removing A Confederate Flag A local official in Kentucky has ordered the removal of a Confederate flag outside a county courthouse that has drawn criticism for weeks since its recent placement there.According to The Paducah Sun, Marshall County Judge-Executive Kevin Neal said Friday the intent in displaying the flag wasn’t to offend anyone, although…
COVID-19 Update Governor Beshear said Kentucky has 273 new confirmed cases of the coronavirus, the highest single-day increase yet. The state now has 2,960 total cases.There have been 4 new deaths, bringing the total to 148 deaths. 1,122 Kentuckians have recovered.Gov. Beshear also encouraged people to sign up for testing at four recently announced…
St. Joseph in London to Host Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Starting on Monday, Saint Joseph in London will be having drive-thru COVID-19 testing for individuals who meet all the testing criteria. Patients must have COVID-19 symptoms, and be referred to by their physician or virtually by calling (859) 313-2255. Testing will only be available for…
St. Joseph in London to Host Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testin Starting on Monday, Saint Joseph in London will be having drive-thru COVID-19 testing for individuals who meet all the testing criteria. Patients must have COVID-19 symptoms, and be referred to by their physician or virtually by calling (859) 313-2255. Testing will only be available for…
State Rep Arrested, Charged with DUI in Laurel County An eastern Kentucky state representative was arrested Thursday on DUI charges, just hours after the state house had adjourned in Frankfort. The Lexington Herald-Leader reported State Rep. Derek J. Lewis of London ran his pickup into a ditch in Laurel County. When police got on…