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Kentucky opens first tier one medical cannabis facility in western Kentucky
16+ hour, 8+ min ago (359+ words) State and local leaders gathered in Hopkins County for the opening of Kentucky's first Tier One medical cannabis cultivation facility in Western Kentucky. Officials say the site marks a major step in the state's rollout of its medical cannabis program,…...
Kentucky Governor Announces 15th Victim in November UPS Plane Crash
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (186+ words) FRANKFORT, Ky. (WEVV) " Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced on Christmas Day that another victim has died from injuries sustained in the November UPS plane crash, bringing the total number of deaths to 15. In a statement released on Thursday on his…...
Kentucky State Police recruiting new troopers, offering higher starting salaries
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (201+ words) HENDERSON, Ky. "Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) announced that the agency is accepting applications with increased starting salaries and benefits. Cadets who join and meet the requirements can earn salaries that begin at $69, 500, KSP said. "We…...
Kentucky State Police: Two arrested after death of 10-month-old
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (133+ words) EARLINGTON, Ky. (WEVV)" Kentucky State Police are investigating the death of a 10-month-old infant in Earlington, which has led to the arrest of two individuals. The infant was found deceased at the home of the child's caretakers, with the Hopkins…...
Kentucky approves state's first medical cannabis dispensary for operations in Beaver Dam
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (79+ words) BEAVER DAM, Ky. (WEVV) " Kentucky has approved its first medical cannabis dispensary for operations in Beaver Dam. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the news Thursday. According to Gov. Beshear, "The Post Dispensary" is expected to open its doors this fall....
Kentucky joins campaign about avoiding low clearance bridges accidents
9+ mon, 23+ hour ago (200+ words) FRANKFORT, Ky. (WEVV)" Team Kentucky has joined a new safety campaign to help drivers navigate low bridges, aiming to prevent damage and ensure road safety. Gov. Andy Beshear emphasized the importance of knowing your vehicle's height, saying, "Whether driving is…...
Kentucky State Police warns public of ongoing phone scam
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (139+ words) HOPKINS COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV)" Kentucky State Police are warning citizens about another phone scam. This is for the Post 2 area which serves Hopkins, Muhlenberg, and Webster Counties. KSP says people have reported receiving phone calls from someone falsely claiming to…...
Kentucky reports 4 new measles cases, urges vaccinations
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (219+ words) FRANKFORT, Ky. (WEVV)" Kentucky health officials reported four new measles cases this week, with three in Woodford County and one in Todd County. None of the individuals were vaccinated, and the Todd County case involved international travel exposure. This brings…...
New school laws take effect Friday in Kentucky, targeting phones, communication, and student safety.
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (91+ words) FRANKFORT, Ky. (WEVV) " New laws focusing on schools are set to take effect on Friday, impacting communication and classroom policies. One law will require school boards to establish a traceable communication system for messaging between educators, coaches, students, and parents....
Gov. Beshear appoints new health commissioner for Kentucky
10+ mon, 3+ day ago (314+ words) FRANKFORT, Ky. (WSIL) -- Gov. Andy Beshear has announced that Dr. John Langefeld will become the new Commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) starting July 1. Dr. Langefeld will succeed Dr. Steven Stack, who will transition to the role…...