Lawmakers told financial institutions in good shape, face challenges with loans, hiring

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – Nearly $8 billion in federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans originated in Kentucky to help businesses across the state survive the pandemic, according to information provided to a legislative panel Tuesday. “As you can see, the financial services industry was really integral in administering this program and getting this relief to companies,” said Charles Vice, commissioner…

36 Blitz: Sayre Spartans

LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) – Last season for the first time since the 1970s, the Sayre Spartans played their first full varsity schedule.  You would think they would struggle, right? Wrong! The Sayre Spartans began their season rattling off eight-straight wins. “It was one of the greatest things I ever experienced. Greatest team I’ve ever been on, especially those seniors,” said…