Politics & Government

Walden and Yarmuth introduce media bill

Dec 12, 2016 at 03:41 pm by admin

Bill reflects today's competitive marketplace, providing greater flexibility to newspapers and broadcasters WASHINGTON - Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chairman G.... Read More

Lydia Bailey Brown Named Kentucky Arts Council Executive Director

Dec 12, 2016 at 03:41 pm by admin

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 5, 2016) - Lydia Bailey Brown will serve as the Executive Director of the Kentucky Arts Council. Bailey Brown was nominated by Don Parkinson, Tourism, Art.... Read More

Sen. Thomas: searching for reasons for Dem losses

Dec 12, 2016 at 03:41 pm by admin

During a festive holiday gathering at MeMaw's on Thursday evening, December 8th, special guest Kentucky State Senator Reggie Thomas, of the 13th District, brought to the atten.... Read More

Governor reorganizes Kentucky Arts Council

Dec 01, 2016 at 03:14 pm by admin

Frankfort, Ky. (November 18, 2016) - Gov. Matt Bevin today announced 11 new members to the Kentucky Arts Council and a reorganized structure that reflects the growing importan.... Read More

Homestead Exemption increases by $700

Dec 01, 2016 at 02:47 pm by admin

Department of Revenue Sets 2017-2018 Homestead Exemption FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 1, 2016) - The maximum homestead exemption on real estate owned by qualified persons has been se.... Read More

Delta Regional Authority, state and local partners invest $13 million to strengthen Kentucky's workforce, infrastructure, and economy

Dec 01, 2016 at 02:26 pm by admin

MISSISSIPPI RIVER DELTA - The Delta Regional Authority, together with its federal and local-based partners, today announced $13 million in new investments aimed at strengtheni.... Read More

P3 update delivered to state lawmakers at Kentucky Horse Park

Nov 07, 2016 at 01:19 pm by admin

LEXINGTON--Three attorneys from different state government agencies gave lawmakers a look today at how Kentucky's new public-private partnership law will be put to use. The a.... Read More

Dem Women sponsor debate watch party

Oct 18, 2016 at 02:24 pm by admin

The Alben Barkley Women's Club will be having a Chili Supper Fund Raiser/Debate Watch Party Wednesday October 19th from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Kentucky Laborers Local.... Read More

Free National Search Engine Provides Resources For Missing Persons Cases

Oct 17, 2016 at 03:25 pm by admin

FRANKFORT, Ky. (October 17, 2016) - Citizens of Kentucky can contribute to the solution of missing persons cases throughout the state and country by using a powerful search en.... Read More

Fulton County Dems gather for dinner, tribute, politics

Oct 06, 2016 at 11:06 am by admin

(Hickman, KY) - Fulton County Democrats gathered at the Methodist Enrichment Center for the first of what organizers hope to be an annual event. The "Fulton County River Banqu.... Read More

Carroll comes to Mayfield to recommend Wright for House

Oct 06, 2016 at 11:06 am by admin

Candidate for the Second District, Jesse Wright, was the center of attention at a Graves County Democratic fundraiser on September 29th. Over a hundred friends, family and sup.... Read More

Rep. Montell appointed to Education and Workforce Cabinet

Sep 26, 2016 at 02:30 pm by admin

Rep. Montell appointed to Education and Workforce Cabinet Longtime education reform advocate will serve as Deputy Secretary FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 26, 2016) - Gov. Matt Bevin t.... Read More

Rep. Kay prefiles transparency bill for Kentucky Retirement System

Sep 21, 2016 at 02:46 pm by admin

FRANKFORT - Looking to better insulate Kentucky Retirement Systems (KRS) from politics while making the agency more publicly accountable, state Rep. James Kay pre-filed legisl.... Read More

Fulton County Dems schedule banquet for September 23rd

Aug 29, 2016 at 03:03 pm by admin

The Fulton County Democratic Executive Committee is having a "Fulton County River Banquet" Friday, September 23, 2016 at the Methodist Enrichment Center, 105 East Wellington S.... Read More

White House announces millions for Appalachian coal counties

Aug 26, 2016 at 06:35 pm by admin

Fact Sheet: Administration Announces New Economic and Workforce Development Resources for Coal Communities through POWER Initiative As part of President Obama's ongoing effort.... Read More