Congratulations to: Tim Magill of Versailles, awarded the 2018 Distinguished Nonprofit Leadership Award by the Kentucky Nonprofit Network. Christopher Johnson of Midway, appointed to the Kentucky State Advisory Council for Exceptional Children. The newest inductees into the University of Kentucky Athletics Hall of Fame: Russ Cochran, men’s golf; Anthony Davis, Men’s Basketball; Victoria Dunlap, Women’s…… MORE
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New License Design Unveiled
Voluntary Travel ID New Standard License (KYTC)–The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet unveiled the design of the 2019 drivers licenses, permits and personal IDs today and walked through the evolution…… MORE
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Congratulations to: Olivia Yinger of the University of Kentucky, named associate editor of the Journal of Music Therapy. Ben Chandler of Versailles has been appointed to the State Board of Elections. Marc Kiviniemi, named professor and chair of the Department of Health, Behavior and Society in the UK College of Public Health. Kiviniemi comes to…… MORE
Some Meijer Taco Seasoning Recalled
McCormick & Company, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of Meijer Taco Seasoning Mix 4.5 OZ bottle due to an unlabeled milk allergen. This recall does not impact any other sizes of Meijer Taco Seasoning. To date, Meijer has not reported any allergic reactions related to this product. In sensitive individuals, products containing milk can…… MORE
Phone Scam Tells Computer Owners They Are Owed a Tech Support “Refund”
(BBB)– Central Kentucky computer users are being targeted by a phone scam claiming that they are owed “refunds” by well-known computer technical support companies. The calls are really from scammers trying to steal money and personal information. A Fleming County woman tells Better Business Bureau® serving Central & Kentucky that she received a phone call saying she was being…… MORE
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Congratulations to: Dan Miller of Georgetown, appointed to the State Board of Certification of Librarians. Kim Carter of the University of Kentucky, elected president of the Society of Research Administrators International. Lloyd R. Cress, Jr., of Lexington, appointed to the Kentucky Water Resources Board. Rep. Stan Lee of Lexington, recipient of the Guard of Small…… MORE
Man Wanted in Lexington Attacks Arrested in Berea
A man wanted in connection with two attacks that occurred in Lexington this week has been arrested. Marquette Adams, 56, was located by Berea Police Thursday evening. He was served two warrants for Robbery 1st out of Lexington. Adams was identified following an investigation into two incidents that occurred the morning of Tuesday, September 4. Two victims, a…… MORE
Watch For Fake Check Fraud
(BBB)–An in-depth study by Better Business Bureau finds that, while consumers may write fewer checks in this era of electronic financial transactions, fake check scams are on the rise. Fake checks are used in a variety of frauds, from employment scams to prize and sweepstakes fraud. In all cases, victims deposit the check and send…… MORE
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Congratulations to: William C. Haugh of Georgetown, appointed to the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services. These UK students, chosen to participate in the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program: Veronica Abt, Laura Birdsong, Cathernig Cornelius, Monica Donovan, Kayla Edwards, Glen Gerth III, Arais Meteyard and Daniel Persigehl. The following Fayette County students, who completes the…… MORE
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Congratulations to: These Fayette County award winners at the Kentucky PTA 2018 state convention: Dixie Magnet Elementary PTA: Outstanding Programs and Projects, President’s Challenge, Apple Award Southern Middle School PTSA: Outstanding Programs and Projects, Outstanding Local Unite Website, Outstanding Membership Campaign, President’s Challenge, Acorn Award, Mrs. George Weldon Award Stonewall Elementary PTA: Outstanding Local Unit…… MORE
