New Propane Facility Producing Jobs In KY

New Propane Facility Producing Jobs In KY Kentucky officials say a company plans to put a propane tank manufacturing facility in a south-central Kentucky town. The project is expected to create 175 full-time jobs in the next several years.Gov. Matt Bevin’s office said Wednesday that the $10-million-plus project by Manchester Tank & Equipment Co.…

Floyd County Holds Mock Disaster Preparation Day

Floyd County Holds Mock Disaster Preparation Day Floyd County Emergency Management held a mock disaster training Wednesday, giving emergency response crew members a chance to get a hands-on simulation of a potential tornado, based on the tornado that tore through Salyersville in 2012.”We all got together to discusses what went right, what went wrong,…

Louisville Athletics Assistant Director Dies

Louisville Athletics Assistant Director Dies Jim McGhee, who worked with Louisville athletics since 1977, including the last 24 as assistant director for varsity sports and student life, has died. He was 73.The school announced in a release that McGhee’s visitation is May 13 with his funeral on May 14 at Watson Memorial Baptist Church…

Hiking Opportunities In Eastern KY

Hiking Opportunities In Eastern KY They are calling it the ‘Hump Day Hike’. It is a guided tour through several trails developed by Pathfinders of Perry County and the Perry County Fiscal Court.With multiple trails ranging from easy to advanced, organizers say it is a way of highlighting the beauty of Eastern Kentucky and…

U Of K Tuition Hike Expected

U Of K Tuition Hike Expected University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto has announced in-state undergraduate students will see tuition increase by 2.4% this fall.The Lexington Herald-Leader reports the increase announced in a campus email sent Tuesday will bring the annual cost to $12,360. Out-of-state tuition will increase 6.2% to $30,680.Faculty and staff will…

Family-Friendly Retail Store Coming To London

Family-Friendly Retail Store Coming To London Kohl’s is coming to London.The department chain will set up shop in the old Kmart building, according to London-Laurel Industrial Development Authority Executive Director Paula Thompson.“I began working to get Kohl’s to come to London in 2009,” Thompson said. “Our community needs a department-type store for affordable family…

Appalachian Wildlife Center Is Hiring

Appalachian Wildlife Center Is Hiring Officials at the Appalachian Wildlife Center say they will employee 168 people at their center in Bell County.Officials say the average wage and benefits package for full-time employees will be $54,260. They add that the lowest full-time staff position will be budgeted at an annual wage and benefits package…