Tag: Matt Bevin
Governor orders flag at half staff on Monday
Governor Matt Bevin has ordered flags to fly at half staff for a Fort Campbell solider killed in Syria.
Gov. Bevin to lead Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority
The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority has elected Gov. Matt Bevin as its chairman for 2019.
Sit-in prompts meeting with Kentucky governor about poverty
Kentucky's Republican governor has had an emotional conversation with representatives from the Poor People's Campaign about voting rights, poverty and gun violence.
Roker, others react to Bevin’s school closings criticism
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) - Today Show host and weatherman Al Roker had some strong words for Governor Matt Bevin.
"I just have to say, this...
Gov. Bevin, Kentucky clerk at odds over attorneys’ fees
Outside attorneys say a former county clerk who stopped issuing marriage licenses because of her opposition to gay marriage broke the law and the state shouldn't have to pay legal fees for people who sued her.
Representative Comer out of Governor race
Kentucky Republican Congressman, James Comer announced he will not be running for Governor.
Bevin picks Alvarado as 2019 running mate
Republican Gov. Matt Bevin has filed for re-election but this time with a different running mate.
Gov. Bevin releases annual report highlighting Kentucky’s 2018 economic growth
Governor Matt Bevin has announced the launch of an interactive website, www.BevinAnnualReport.com, highlighting the accomplishments of year three of the Bevin Administration.
Another Republican joins Kentucky’s governor’s race
William E. Woods has announced he is running for governor of Kentucky.
Kentucky governor says he will file for re-election
Facing mounting tension in his own party, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin has reiterated he will file for re-election but said he has not decided on a running mate.
Gov. Bevin orders flags half-staff on Tues. for fallen LMPD detective
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) - Gov. Matt Bevin has proclaimed that U.S. and state flags be flown at half-staff at all state buildings on Tuesday,...
Bevin issues statement on special session’s end
Matt Bevin has issued the following statement regarding the conclusion of the special legislative session to address Kentucky's pension crisis:
USDA approves disaster designation request for farmers in 16 counties
An emergency disaster designation request submitted by Gov. Matt Bevin in support of Kentucky farmers has been approved by U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue.
Kentucky’s first shelter for exploited children to open in 2020
Safe Passage announced yesterday that they will open Kentucky's first shelter for child victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation.
Bevin signs order to support Israel against BDS movement
Gov. Matt Bevin has signed an executive order to ban the award of state contracts to companies that participate in boycott, divestment and sanction practices against Israel.
Kentucky House leader files to raise money for governor
The minority floor leader of the Kentucky House of Representatives has filed paperwork to raise money for a campaign for governor.
Bevin requests emergency disaster declaration for Kentucky farmers
Governor Matt Bevin has submitted an emergency disaster designation and declaration request in support of Kentucky's farmers.
Cadet receives Civil Air Patrol’s highest cadet award
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) - A 16 year-old Civil Air Patrol cadet has joined an exclusive club. He's received an award only 20 cadets in...
With teachers watching, Kentucky court considers pensions
Kentucky's governor and attorney general have argued before the state Supreme Court about the future of one of the country's worst-funded pension systems.
Reversal: Kentucky restoring Medicaid benefits for thousands
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin's administration says it's reinstating dental and vision care for hundreds of thousands of Medicaid recipients who...
