Economic Development Grant For Johnson High School Johnson Central High School has just received a grant for $45,000. The money will be used to create a pathway for students who want to become involved in economic development. Educators plan on purchasing computers, software, and going to conferences to help students. Those who wrote the…
Amazon Offering Free Holiday Shipping For the first time, Amazon is offering free shipping on all holiday orders in an effort to add new Prime members see the season’s sales numbers go up.Last year, Amazon shoppers without Prime memberships had to spend at least $25 to earn free shipping, but Amazon is waiving the…
Food For Fines Program In Lexington A statement from the Lexington Parking Authority says its Food for Fines program begins Monday, Nov. 19 and runs through Friday, Dec. 14. Those who bring in 10 cans of food will receive $15 off parking citations, including those that are past due. The statement said those with…
Lou’s Place For Pets In Prestonsburg Giving Back Lou’s Place for Pets in Prestonsburg is getting into the holiday spirit by giving.The shop aims to help Floyd County children in need.Each child will receive a new coat, shoes, outfit, and a new toy.On top of that, they also sponsor a turkey dinner and a…
Pikeville Chili For Kids Some people in Pikeville say Saturday’s weather was perfect for a bowl of chili.The MineShaft Harley-Davidson Shop teamed up with Hillbilly Christmas in July to raise money for Shriners Hospitals for Children.This year, Hillbilly Christmas in July raised around $60,000 for the hospital.Those who entered their chili in the cook-off…
“A Walk To Remember” Parents say no amount of time heals the heartbreak of losing a child but “A Walk to Remember” recently hosted by KentuckyOne Health Saint Joseph London helps families come together to remember, share, and heal.Sharon Patton, the director of women’s service line, says this event gives moms and dads the…
Ashland’s 12th Street Bridge Still Closed A bridge that connects Ohio to Kentucky and is traveled by thousands of drivers every day will stay closed for construction for a couple more days due to the weather.Ashland’s 12th Street bridge (the green bridge) is expected to reopen Sunday — still about two weeks ahead of…
Kentucky’s Midterm Turnout Expected on Par with Previous Years With no huge, high-profile races on the ballot this time around, Kentucky’s chief election officer is predicting at least 46 percent of registered voters will cast ballots on Tuesday. Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes said the projected turnout for Tuesday’s elections is in line…
Perry Co. Judge Executive Candidate Ordered to Remove Campaign Ads A candidate running for Perry County Judge Executive has been asked by the state to cease and desist an ad campaign. An email from the Department of Local Government was sent to Denny Ray Noble, saying his campaign ” intentionally published an altered image.”…
Ex-Fleming Co. School Official Arrested Over Missing Public Funds Officials say a former eastern Kentucky school official has been charged with abuse of public trust involving more than $100,000. Kentucky State Police say Gregory Thomas Conway of Vanceburg was arrested Thursday on the charge. News outlets reported Fleming County Superintendent Brian Creasman said in…