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Summer break brings more screen time and more online risks, sheriff’s office says
Crime & Public Safety

Summer break brings more screen time and more online risks, sheriff’s office says

The agency encouraged parents to stay involved in their children’s digital lives by knowing which apps, games and websites they use and by having regular conversations about online safety.

FCC adopts new rules as states transition to Next Generation 911
Crime & Public Safety

FCC adopts new rules as states transition to Next Generation 911

Kentucky Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear announced earlier this month that the state plans to complete its statewide rollout of NG911 by 2027.

Barren County tourism holds steady despite challenging 2025
Neighbors

Barren County tourism holds steady despite challenging 2025

According to the annual economic impact study, Barren County ranked 18th among Kentucky’s 120 counties for visitor spending.

Heat index could reach 115 as Extreme Heat Warning takes effect
Weather Featured

Heat index could reach 115 as Extreme Heat Warning takes effect

The combination of high temperatures and humidity significantly increases the risk of heat-related illnesses.

New attorneys step in as data center lawsuit heads to court
Data Centers Featured

New attorneys step in as data center lawsuit heads to court

Kentucky Industrial Alliance is asking the court to prohibit Cave City from enforcing the moratorium against its proposed development while the lawsuit is pending.

Kentucky crime report shows homicide decreases, more animal cruelty
Crime & Public Safety Featured

Kentucky crime report shows homicide decreases, more animal cruelty

The 2025 Crime in Kentucky report was released Thursday.

Kentucky Supreme Court backs Beshear over GOP lawmakers’ efforts to move executive powers
Government

Kentucky Supreme Court backs Beshear over GOP lawmakers’ efforts to move executive powers

Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman are currently the only Democrats elected to the executive branch; the rest are Republicans.

Eastern neighbors of Barren County declare emergencies amid heavy rain
Weather

Eastern neighbors of Barren County declare emergencies amid heavy rain

Kentucky remains under a statewide state of emergency due to extensive flooding.

Veteran educator Shelly Buck joins South Green Elementary leadership
Education Featured

Veteran educator Shelly Buck joins South Green Elementary leadership

The 2004 Barren County High School graduate has been named assistant principal at South Green Elementary, succeeding Nathan Peters, who recently became transportation director for Barren County Schools.

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