UK)–Kentuckians already are deep in the throes of winter with a long stretch of below-freezing temperatures and bitter wind chills. Lingering periods of extreme cold put livestock at risk. As arctic air builds, livestock become vulnerable to deteriorating outside conditions. Dixon said that over the next week and possibly into early February, the livestock cold…… MORE
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Protect Your Pipes
(Kentucky-American Water)– Extremely cold weather continues here in the Bluegrass. Kentucky American Water reminds customers of ways they can help prevent frozen water pipes in their homes, and provides guidance on what to do if a home water line freezes. Frozen water lines typically occur in areas such as crawl spaces or along the outside…… MORE
Take Care of Pets During the Cold
(LFUCG)–Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control also reminds citizens to take care of their pets during extreme cold temperatures. The LFACC responded to 28 calls for care and treatment over the weekend. Out of the 28 calls, one canine was seized due to the weather conditions. “We understand that some owners might feel their family pet…… MORE
Weather Plan Extended
(LFUCG)– The Office of Homelessness Prevention & Intervention Weather Plan activation has been extended due to the forecast of continuing extreme cold temperatures. This plan will remain in effect through Jan. 9.The plan is activated anytime the temperature is expected to fall below 32 degrees so people experiencing homelessness in Lexington have access to warm, secure shelter.…… MORE
Health Department Offers Safety Tips As Temperature Dips – LEX18.com | Continuous News and StormTracker Weather
LEXINGTON, Ky.– As temperatures remain dangerously low at the beginning of the new year, the Lexington Fayette County Health Department wants to encourage you to take precautions Source: Health Department Offers Safety Tips As Temperature Dips – LEX18.com | Continuous News and StormTracker Weather… MORE
Good For You!
WVLK congratulates: Devin L. Thomas of the Richmond Police Department, who has graduated from the Kentucky Criminal Justice Executive Development program. The University of Kentucky Speech and Cebate team, winners of the Transylvania University WYRD Invitational. University of Kentucky graduate student Angela Gutierrez, recipient of the Karen Wetterhahn Memorial Award, which honors students who exemplify the…… MORE
Reducing Stress to Protect Children during the Holidays
(Cabinet for Family and Health Services)–Stress can increase during the holidays, even in the most loving of families. And that can put some children at risk for abuse or neglect. With children home from school, holiday travel and seasonal shopping and associated expenses, parents can get frazzled more easily than usual. What is typically a…… MORE
Changes in State Job Training Programs
(Cabinet for Health and Family Services)–Participation in Kentucky’s Employment & Training (E&T) Program recently changed for certain adults receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits in 20 counties, allowing the state to expand access to E&T services to more SNAP recipients statewide. Effective October 1, 2017, able-bodied adults in these 20 counties who are…… MORE
Source: Kentucky State Rep. Accused Of Molestation Commits Suici – LEX18.com | Continuous News and StormTracker Weather
Source: Source: Kentucky State Rep. Accused Of Molestation Commits Suici – LEX18.com | Continuous News and StormTracker Weather… MORE
Good for You!
Congratulations to: Dr. Ron Pavkovich of Lexington, appointed to the State Board of Physical Therapy. Former University of Kentucky swimmer Danielle Galyer, who will be honored as one of 10 exceptional former student-athletes selected as a 2018 Today’s Top 10 Award winner. Martina Vasil of the University of Kentucky School of Music, named a recipient…… MORE
