Source: Office of the Governor

Governor Andy Beshear announced that federal Public Assistance has been approved for 20 Kentucky counties affected by June flooding that killed six people, providing $9 million in FEMA assistance for recovery efforts.

Fayette County Public Schools will recognize schools with the highest attendance rates on Kentucky’s statewide High Attendance Day on September 9, emphasizing that regular attendance is vital to student academic success.

Rep. Kim Holloway plans to introduce a domestic violence offender registry bill during the 2027 Regular Session, focusing on repeat offenders with multiple convictions while distinguishing between allegations and proven criminal conduct.

Lexington’s Planning Commission Zoning Committee will consider three new zoning map amendments on Wednesday, including a 10-story student housing project downtown and expansions related to Turner Commons on West Main Street.

Gov. Andy Beshear announced more than $5.2 million in state funding for site and building development projects in eight Kentucky counties through the Kentucky Product Development Initiative.

Ryker Asher of Laurel County has advanced to the finals of Kentucky’s 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Contest, which allows K-12 students to design stickers meant to encourage voter participation.

Alejandro Perez Canedo transferred to Transylvania University for tennis but discovered a close-knit community and academic passion that redirected his life, finding the personal mentorship and friendships that transformed his college experience.

Lexington’s planning committee will consider overhauled drive-through regulations, restrictions on major data centers, and a progress report on the Winchester Road Corridor Study aimed at improving transportation safety.

Gov. Andy Beshear urged Kentucky small businesses to apply for the state’s Small Business Tax Credit program by Nov. 1 to receive up to $25,000 in tax credits for hiring employees and investing in equipment or technology.

Kentucky event venues are capitalizing on corporate planners’ shift toward purposeful, engagement-focused gatherings over traditional ballroom events, with planners increasingly seeking distinctive spaces that align with organizational goals while maintaining budget discipline.