Cameron claims GOP victory as Dems disagree on Medicaid, minimum wage in KET Senate debate
KET’s Renee Shaw moderated both segments.
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Barren County Road Department busy with repairs amid dry conditions
The dry weather has helped accelerate some work, allowing crews more access to damaged areas.
Several payments, multiple agreements on Barren Fiscal Court agenda
Meetings are open to the public for in-person viewing or can be viewed online.
Kentucky to launch new driver licensing system in June
Lawmakers also approved funding during the 2026 legislative session for three new regional licensing offices planned for Barren, Bullitt and Oldham counties.
Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman announces run for Kentucky governor
She has served as lieutenant governor since 2019.
Kentucky students invited to design ‘I Voted’ stickers
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky students are invited to showcase their creativity in a statewide contest that could put their artwork in the hands of voters this fall. Secretary of State Michael Adams on Friday announced the third annual “I Voted” sticker contest, which is open to all students from kindergarten through
Federal waiver to provide Medicaid for a year to Kentuckians exiting incarceration
The waiver was approved in 2024.
Beshear says KY GOP leader could benefit from election law change to fund a state campaign
Beshear, who is serving his second term as governor, has criticized a recent omnibus election law that will allow sitting lawmakers to move their legislative campaign funds to a statewide election.
Housing, data center legislation dies on final day of 2026 session
A sticking point in negotiations was a controversial provision that would largely block local governments from regulating short-term rentals such as Airbnbs.