Tag: Safety
$2 million road improvement in final stages in Carter County
Paving in downtown Olive Hill, safety improvements
In case you forgot: Tips for being safe at home, on road this holiday...
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, and everyone is eager to go out and have as much fun...
Memorial Day weekend travel safety during COVID-19 pandemic
Memorial Day weekend is here and to the delight of some, Governor Andy Beshear has lifted some travel restrictions.
UK president outlines fall reopening planning, process
University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto communicated with UK faculty, staff and students Wednesday evening via email about fall restart plans for the University.
OSHA looking into Fayette schools’ handling of transportation outbreak
Federal worker safety inspectors are looking into about 200 employers nationwide, including the Fayette County School District, to see whether they did enough to protect employees from exposure to the coronavirus.
Spring means bear time, here are some tips
The arrival of spring means bear activity is on the rise in Kentucky. An increase in activity can also mean an increase in bear complaints.
Lexington Councilmembers stress social distancing
One ubran county councilman says he's heard from so many of his constituents, he reached out to our news team for help.
Uber adds text to 911 feature in some Kentucky counties
You've heard the ride share horror stories. Now, Uber is offering a new safety feature it says will keep riders and drivers safer.
Breeders’ Cup Board increases safety measures and purses
Beginning with the 2020 World Championships at Keeneland, the Breeders' Cup will adopt increased safety requirements and increase purses.
KU and LG&E offer safety tips for those dealing with flooding
Utility companies offer safety tips to flood victims.
Highway safety project planned for U.S. 60 in east Kentucky
Transportation officials say a highway safety project is planned to upgrade a section of U.S. Highway 60 in eastern Kentucky.
Public Health issues guidelines related to severe flooding
The state issued safety guidelines following severe flooding and water run-off events from recent rainfall across the state.
Bourbon and Scott counties awarded federal grant
Mitch McConnell and Andy Barr announce that Bourbon and Scott counties have been awarded $10.2 million.
First Annual Hemp Festival in Winchester
The hemp industry is finding its way back into society and the people behind those efforts are offering to share all that comes with it.
Keeneland adds new safety measures to protect horses and trainers
Keeneland will open its gates on Friday for the first day of the fall meet.
Gun violence meeting after two killed in Frankfort last week
The State Journal reports the Kentucky Community Crisis Response Board (KCCRB) will host a public meeting Monday night about gun violence.
Lexington Police Department: Holiday safety tips
It's a three day weekend for a lot of people for Labor Day.
As many people know, this means more traffic, and more police patrolling.
Two petitions demand metal detectors in Scott County schools
Two people have started petitions to have metal detectors installed in schools in Scott County.
Trump signals support for gun background checks
President Donald Trump tweeted Friday morning that there are “serious discussions” between House and Senate leadership.
Kentucky board vote leaves schools without safety officers
A tie vote among a Kentucky county's board of education means its public schools won't have dedicated police officers when the year begins in a week.
