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Food City Presents $800,000 to Local Schools

Each year, Food City’s School Bucks program awards $800,000 in contributions to more than a thousand area schools. Company officials are currently in the process of presenting checks from their 2024-2025 School Bucks program to participating schools. “Food City is committed to supporting the education of our youth. Our Food City School Bucks Program provides much-needed support to schools across our market area. Since the program’s inception, we’ve awarded over $22.9 million to participating schools,” says Steven C. Smith, Food […]

todaySeptember 12, 2025 1

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Dates Set for Knott County’s Fall Horse Trail Ride

Knott County’s Fall Horse Trail Ride is set for October 2–5 at Mine Made Adventure Park. Friday night’s lineup includes Dustin Kiser and Sundy Best. Saturday features Taylor Austin Dye and “America’s Got Talent” standout Bill Taylor with the Appalachian Heatherns. Tickets are $30, and kids 12 and under get in free. For details, visit Knott County Tourism’s Facebook page.

todayAugust 4, 2025

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Kentucky Blood Center Bloodmobile coming to Paintsville

KBC’s Summer of Saving concludes with grand prize August giveawayLEXINGTON, Ky. – With rising costs, imagine not having to pay for groceries for an entire year. That dream will become a reality for one Kentucky Blood Center donor just by donating blood. KBC’s Summer of Saving will conclude in August with a grand prize giveaway of free groceries for a year. One lucky donor who gives blood Aug. 1–31 will win 52 $200 gift cards to Kroger (or a grocery […]

todayJuly 25, 2025 1

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“Hunter Education Day” is Aug. 2

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife offers classes and range days statewide to help new hunters prepare for the field FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 25, 2025) — Kentucky’s fall hunting season begins mid-August, and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is hosting a special statewide “Hunter Education Day” to help prepare new hunters for a safe and successful experience in the field. The department will offer 20 in-person Hunter Education classes and live-fire range days at convenient locations across Kentucky on Saturday, […]

todayJuly 25, 2025 2

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Christian Appalachian Project Sends Over 35,000 Pounds of Disaster Relief Supplies to Texas Flood Victims

In response to the devastating floods that recently swept through parts of Texas, Christian Appalachian Project (CAP), through its Operation Sharing program, is sending a major shipment of disaster relief supplies to support families in crisis. The shipment—totaling more than 35,000 pounds and valued at over $1 million—includes generators, dehumidifiers, bottled water, hygiene kits, and other essential items. These supplies are being delivered in partnership with Matthew 25: Ministries, a nationally recognized disaster relief organization already on the ground in Texas. […]

todayJuly 15, 2025 2

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Take someone fishing and be eligible to win a kayak prize package

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife encourages experienced anglers to mentor others this summer FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 1, 2025) — The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is hosting a “Mentor to Win” contest to encourage experienced anglers to introduce new people to the fun of fishing this summer. “Available to everyone regardless of age, background and experience level, fishing is one of the easiest recreational sports to start and enjoy,” said Easton Copley, a conservation educator with the department. “By mentoring […]

todayJuly 2, 2025 1

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Public asked to help with Kentucky summer turkey brood survey

Report wild turkey sightings to help biologists monitor populations FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 1, 2025) — Kentucky’s native wild turkeys are spending their summer days eating, moving and raising their recently hatched poults. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources asks the public to be on the lookout for turkeys as they move around and share their observations to help biologists better understand and manage wild turkey populations in the state. “Monitoring our turkey flock for its long-term conservation depends on […]

todayJuly 1, 2025 1

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Kentucky State Police Takes to the Skies in National Cruiser Contest

Gov. Beshear encourages Kentuckians to vote for unique photo featuring cruisers and helicopter FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 30, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) encourage Kentuckians to help them win a competition that showcases state law enforcement agencies across the country as a thank you to the agency’s service. KSP has entered the 2025 Best Looking Cruiser Contest, held annually by the American Association of State Troopers (AAST). The contest asks the public to vote on their favorite cruiser […]

todayJuly 1, 2025 5

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Kentucky Fish and Wildlife urges boater safety over July 4 holiday

“Operation Dry Water” national campaign focuses on impaired boating FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 25, 2025) — Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources game wardens will be increasing patrols across the state to help keep Kentucky’s waterways safe over the upcoming Independence Day holiday. This increased effort is held in conjunction with “Operation Dry Water,” a heightened awareness and enforcement campaign designed to educate the public about the dangers of boating under the influence (BUI). The campaign facilitates a national focus on […]

todayJune 25, 2025 1