Small Business Optimism Index rises, but finding right candidates for jobs is a challenge
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.4 points in March to 98.2. March’s reading is the first return to the average historical reading since last November. The NFIB Uncertainty Index increased six points to 81, which was primarily driven by...
Billy Reed: In mourning for a building up for sale and full of memories — The Courier-Journal building
I suppose most of us have some buildings we are nostalgic about. It could be houses that we’ve made homes. Or school buildings where we were educated and made lifelong friends. Or arenas and theaters...
Captain Don Sanders: A new Captain’s very first trip with the ‘Kiddie Crew’ and the Delta Queen
The wharfboat wreckage broke the racing water’s surface and beckoned the DELTA QUEEN like the steel teeth of an angry gator.
The DELTA QUEEN blew a departure salute at 25 minutes past noon to the small...
Natalie Deering: Get your daily GEM vitamins to improve your mental health — and get outdoors
When was the last time you touched a tree, smelled a beautiful flower, or rubbed your bare feet in the grass, dirt, or sand?
The answer may surprise you when you take a moment to reflect on that question.
Due...
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Small Business Optimism Index rises, but finding right candidates for jobs is a challenge
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.4 points in March to 98.2. March’s reading is the first... - More »
- UK Institute for Study of Free Enterprise to host Joseph Sabia on the minimum wage debate
- Greater Louisville Inc. to honor nine regional business leaders with Silver Fleur-De-Lis Awards
- Keven Moore: Leave the All You Can Eat contests to the professionals; your life may depend on it
- Ryan Quarles meets with Lexington small business owners, chefs for first 'Restaurant Roundtables'
- Community Trust names Tina Parsons as commercial loan officer in downtown Lexington branch
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Governor Beshear makes appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions
Gov. Andy Beshear has made the following appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions: Madison Silvert, Doris Thomas and Karyn Hoover as members of... - More »
- Kentucky Supreme Court to consider cases involving executive powers, including bills passed this year
- Kentucky's latest unemployment report indicates slow recovery, but many still face challenges
- Cameron announces more than $166,000 in grants to fight child abuse across Commonwealth
- Versailles resident Brian Lacefield named new director of Kentucky Office of Agriculture Policy
- March General Fund receipts rise 9 percent over 2020 total; Total revenue up 5.9 percent for fiscal year
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Natalie Deering: Get your daily GEM vitamins to improve your mental health — and get outdoors
When was the last time you touched a tree, smelled a beautiful flower, or rubbed your bare feet in the grass, dirt, or sand? The answer may surprise you... - More »
- Julie Kirkpatrick: Why I took the vax and ask that you please take the vax too (we need to get back to hugs)
- University of Louisville receives $8.6 million from CDC for COVID-19 wastewater research project
- Half of vaccine-hesitant Ky. adults open to changing mind on COVID-19 vaccine with more information
- Baptist Health joins national nonprofit to offer free virtual metastatic breast cancer workshop April 15
- Beshear says most restrictions go aways with 2.5m Kyians vaccinated; 270 cases, 7 deaths Monday
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EKU chemistry major, non-traditional student Andrew Elliott wins prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
Eastern Kentucky University Chemistry major and honors program student Andrew Elliott has been named a winner of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship. Elliott... - More »
- Nominations open for 2021 Governor's Service Awards honoring those who serve others
- Keeneland sponsor's Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation virtual tour of Lexington's East End
- Community Ventures announces Revolving Loan Fund to provide relief to region's small businesses
- American Heart Association announces 2021 Go Red for Women Experience to honor Carol Barr
- Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice says grant process is open for funding to help at-risk youth
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Scam Alert: Loan repayment companies scamming students, charging for services available for free
Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) warned that if Kentucky students owe money on federal student loans, they... - More »
- Council on Postsecondary Education welcomes three new members, approves five new academic programs
- Western Kentucky University announces finalists for 2021 Distinguished Educator Awards
- Fayette County Public Schools begins recruitment of candidates to fill superintendent vacancy
- Council on Postsecondary Education report shows strong growth in minority degrees and credentials
- David McFaddin: Support continued opportunities for EKU students during second Giving Day April 14
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Billy Reed: In mourning for a building up for sale and full of memories — The Courier-Journal building
I suppose most of us have some buildings we are nostalgic about. It could be houses that we’ve made homes. Or school buildings where we were educated... - More »
- Associated Press names Frederick Douglass' Jager Burton co-winner of Mr. Football title with Hergott
- University of Louisville’s spirit squad brings home seventh consecutive cheer and dance national title
- Coen has more than half of UK's revamped football offense installed; Askew commits to Texas
- Keeneland cataloged 66 horses for its April Horses of Racing Age Sale on April 26
- EKU softball pushes winning streak to 7 games with second straight conference sweep
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599 new COVID cases, 3 deaths, 3.42% positivity; 1,654,407 Kyians vaccinated — goal is 2.5m
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The number of new COVID-19 cases, deaths, and the state’s positivity rate all fell on Saturday in Kentucky. There were... - More »
- Beshear reports 714 new cases, 10 deaths, 3.51% positivity; 1.63m vaccinated -- goal is 2.5m
- Beshear says there are plenty of vaccines available; reports 834 cases, 17 deaths, 3,45% positivity
- Gov. Beshear reports 782 new COVID cases, 14 deaths, 'concerning' 3.33% positivity; get the vaccine
- Governor, CDC ask for pause in use of Johnson & Johnson vaccines; reports 799 cases, 3 deaths
- Wrong-way driver dies in head-on crash with police cruiser on New Circle road; police officer critical
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The Rural Blog: Overcrowding, lack of resources spur rural-jail death spike; incarceration is ‘catch-all’
The Rural Blog America’s smallest jails have some of the highest death rates in the nation, spurred by overcrowding and lack of resources, Katie... - More »
- Gov. Beshear releases his tax returns and financial disclosure; urges other public officials to do same
- Art Lander's Outdoors: Paintsville Lake known by anglers for its rainbow trout and walleye fisheries
- Landslides follow historic flooding as clear and present risk to Appalachian Communities
- Centre Initiative for Wellness and Athletic Excellence includes new $50 million, 135,000 square-foot facility
- Kentucky tops South Central Region for Economic Development Projects per capita in 2020; NKY strong
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Captain Don Sanders: A new Captain’s very first trip with the ‘Kiddie Crew’ and the Delta Queen
The wharfboat wreckage broke the racing water’s surface and beckoned the DELTA QUEEN like the steel teeth of an angry gator. The DELTA QUEEN blew a departure... - More »
- Wendell Berry Farming Program: Tuition-free education helps new farmers come closer to dreams
- Oacar Tshiebwe finds his way to Kentucky (his 'favorite' school) through faith and following dreams
- The Kentucky Horse Park Run/Walk Club to return in 2021; first meeting set for Monday, May 3
- A threat may lurk in your aquarium in moss balls which harbor prohibited invasive zebra mussels
- Kentucky by Heart: Like most things that change as we grow older, taste in news is no exception
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Jim Waters: Liberty is not a luxury — it is an inalienable right
“Give me liberty or give me death,” Patrick Henry thundered. Not much gray area there. No modifier, either. Nothing like “give me liberty as long... - More »
- Commentary: During National Crime Victims' Rights Week, Kentuckians can celebrate progress
- Al Cross: Republican legislature grabs wheel from Democratic governor; voters will have a say in 2022
- Bill Straub: Sing it to 'Which Side Are You On?' and call it the ballad of Mitch McConnell and Rand Paul
- Nicholas Brake: Pandemic relief and other federal government proposals will uplift children
- Constance Alexander: Immerse yourself in poems this April in celebration of National Poetry Month
