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Kentucky tobacco control leaders convene for annual strategy conference
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Public health leaders, researchers and educators from across Kentucky gathered in Lexington on April 16 for the 2026 Kentucky Tobacco Control Conference, hosted by the University of Kentucky College of Nursing’s Kentucky Center for Smoke-Free Policy and the Kentucky Department for Public Health’s Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program. The annual conference,…
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UK expert offers guidance for managing child’s hospital stay
LEXINGTON, Ky. — When a child requires hospitalization, parents often face fear, uncertainty and exhaustion alongside their young patient. But healthcare experts at the University of Kentucky say families can take steps to make the experience less stressful for everyone involved. Cassidy Spradlin, a pediatric psychologist at Golisano Children’s at UK, outlined practical strategies…
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Gorton Proposes $546 Million Lexington Budget With No Tax Increases, Eyes Ice Storm Overhaul and New Police Tech
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Mayor Linda Gorton unveiled a $546 million General Fund budget Tuesday that she says holds the line on taxes and spending while pumping $5.1 million into a top-to-bottom overhaul of the city’s storm-response operations — an acknowledgment that last winter’s ice debacles demanded more than a new snow plan. The proposal,…
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Mayor Gorton presents FY 2027 budget prioritizing winter preparedness
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Mayor Linda Gorton presented her proposed fiscal year 2027 budget to the Urban County Council on Tuesday, outlining a plan that emphasizes infrastructure improvements, winter weather response enhancements, and public engagement as the city navigates tighter revenue constraints. Gorton delivered her annual budget address as the public-facing phase of Lexington’s budgeting…
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Beshear promotes two career employees to cabinet secretary positions
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Gov. Andy Beshear announced significant changes to his executive cabinet, promoting two career employees to secretary positions as part of an administrative restructuring designed to improve government efficiency and service delivery. Ray Perry has been appointed secretary of the Public Protection Cabinet, moving up from his position as deputy secretary where…
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Gov. Beshear Announces Changes to Cabinet, Promotes 2 Career Employees to Secretary Positions
FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 14, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced several changes within his executive cabinet to continue delivering results that help Kentuckians across the commonwealth live better lives. Changes effective today include updates within the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), the Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) and the Public Protection Cabinet (PPC), with…
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UK School of Music celebrates year-end with special Johnson farewell
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky School of Music will mark its academic year with a Celebration Weekend at the Singletary Center for the Arts, featuring the final performances by longtime choral director Jefferson Johnson before his retirement at the end of the spring semester. The weekend opens 5:15 p.m. Friday, April 24,…
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UK researcher advocates for cancer funding on Capitol Hill
LEXINGTON, Ky. — A University of Kentucky public health student was among just 20 early-career scientists selected nationwide to advocate for cancer research funding on Capitol Hill in March, an opportunity that reflected her unique path blending laboratory work with policy engagement. Subin Kim participated in the 11th Annual American Association for Cancer Research…
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Kentucky educators invited to summer literacy conference in Louisville
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Registration is now open for the third-annual Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference, which will bring together K-12 educators and administrators from across the state to learn about evidence-based literacy practices, according to Kentucky Teacher. The conference will take place June 8-9 at the Galt House in Louisville and will be…
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UK student pursues veterinary pathology dream via Auburn partnership
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Malena Hughes, a senior at the University of Kentucky majoring in animal sciences, is preparing to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a veterinary pathologist, according to University of Kentucky News. Hughes will attend Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in fall 2026, taking advantage of Kentucky’s contract program with Auburn…