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Gov. Beshear stops state gas tax hike
FRANKFORT — Gov. Andy Beshear’s administration filed an emergency regulation Thursday to freeze the state gas tax and to prevent a 2-cent increase per gallon that would have taken effect July 1. “Kentuckians cannot afford to pay more, and I am committed to doing everything I can to help keep more dollars in people’s pockets,”…
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Free ACT retake day
FRANKFORT — Incoming Kentucky high school seniors who have previously taken the ACT will be eligible to take the test a second time for free during a statewide ACT retake day in the Fall of 2022, Gov. Andy Beshear announced May 26. The announcement follows national data showing students are more likely to increase their…
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Primary Election winners and losers
BY ROGER SMITHMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 2022 Primary Election is over and the winners have been proclaimed in Martin County. The results were mostly expected, but there were upsets and twists too. Colby Kirk topped Eric Jude to win the Martin County Judge/ Executive seat 1,756 to 788. Incumbent John Herman Kirk defeated four…
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‘Thriving in College’ can help graduates
FRANKFORT — “Thriving in College,” a guide that helps college freshmen succeed during their first year on campus, is available free from the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority. “More Kentucky students who enroll in college are finishing their degrees, but there still is room for improvement,” said Gov. Andy Beshear. “This booklet from KHEAA can…
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International Roadcheck enforcement May 17-19
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky State Police are participating in the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual International Roadcheck enforcement program May 17-19. This 72-hour enforcement blitz occurs in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to ensure commercial motor vehicles and drivers comply with regulations. “We want every vehicle on our roadways to be in proper working order…
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Voter registration picks up in state ahead of primary
10,000+ new voters register FRANKFORT — Secretary of State Michael Adams announced March voter registration saw a boost ahead of the May primary election. “As we transition toward normality, we’re glad to see voter registration beginning to recover,” said Adams. “We are hopeful for a solid voter turnout as Kentuckians enjoy the historic expanded access…
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Beshear and Senate president discuss marijuana, hero pay
Stivers says PBM bill stuck in Senate over cost concerns BY MELISSA PATRICKKENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS FRANKFORT — State Senate President Robert Stivers said he favors funding more research on medical marijuana before making it legal in Kentucky, but Gov. Andy Beshear says medical cannabis has overwhelming support in the state and should pass when the…
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$17.4 million in HB-1 for Inez Elementary
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT FRANKFORT — The state budget that was delivered to Gov. Andy Beshear last week allocates $17,475,000 to the Martin County School District for renovations and improvements at Inez Elementary School. Inez Elementary was one of 12 school projects included. Martin County Schools Superintendent Larry James said the money would go a long…
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Legislative update: Week 13
BY SEN. PHILLIP WHEELER With the conclusion of week 13 of the 2022 Kentucky General Assembly, the session has now entered the veto recess period. Lawmakers worked late into the night to ensure critical legislation was sent to the governor ahead of the veto period. The House and Senate passed over 100 bills this week.…
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Former county attorney, wife plead guilty to fraud
BY ROGER SMITHMOUNTAIN CITIZEN FRANKFORT — Former Lawrence County Attorney Michael T. Hogan and his wife Joy Hogan, who served as his legal secretary, pleaded guilty Tuesday to wire fraud in U.S. District Court. Michael Hogan also pleaded guilty to federal program theft. The Hogans admitted to conspiring to commit wire fraud by issuing “bonus”…
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