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For many people, not being able to see a hospitalized loved one has been one of the most difficult ramifications from the COVID-19 pandemic. But that is changing as Kentucky's communities continue to gradually loosen restrictions.
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The Memorial Day Service planned for May 25 at the Bronston Cemetery has been cancelled.
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It may be high school seniors who are getting the biggest productions in place of in-person graduation ceremonies, but Pulaski County’s primary schools are not letting the accomplishment of students passing from one grade to the next — even to new schools — go by unnoticed.
Northern Elementary will hold a virtual special call…
Many Kentuckians are taking care of several other pe…
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) started t…
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Northern Elementary will hold a virtual special-called SBDM meeting Monday, April 27 at 2 p.m. in the principal's office.
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The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will not offer its summer conservation camps this year due to the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commissioner Rich Storm said. However, this is a necessary ste…
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Somerset, Ky. Local urgent care, First Care, is now offering COVID-19 testing at all of their 18 locations. The clinic will offer curbside coronavirus testing in which patients with respiratory illnesses (i.e. the flu, cold, or COVID-19) will remain in their car during the entire duration of…
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The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women…
The second round of NTI assignment folders for each …
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After a lot of thought, discussion, and review of CDC guidelines; Somerset Pulaski Economic Development Authority's Board Chairman Brook Ping has decided it is best to CANCEL the upcoming Board of Directors meeting scheduled for this coming Thursday, April 2nd, 2020.
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April is well known throughout the region as Spring Cleanup month.
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As social distancing becomes even more critical during the pandemic, the Judicial Branch continues to make changes that will ensure access to the courts while protecting the health and safety of court personnel and the public.
LEXINGTON, Ky. – In response to the increased threat…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 26, 2020)--At Gov. Andy Beshea…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 26, 2020) — Attorney General D…
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The Eastern Kentucky United Auto Workers (UAW) Retirees normally meet the 4th Tuesday of each month at The Center for Rural Development. Due to COVID-19, the meetings set for March 24 and April 28 have been canceled. Retirees needing assistance may still call (606) 676-0028 while the Montice…
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Maze Rhodus, President and founder of God's Helping Hands, has announced that while the store located at 1233 Pine Hill Road is closed to the public, those in need may still call 606-274-4575 to pick up items. Call between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
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Due to the current Covid-19 issues; please take note that the Pulaski County Humane Society's FUNDS FOR FURBABIES is being postponed.
The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is ho…
NEW YORK (March 18, 2020)— The ongoing coronavirus (…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 18, 2020) – Attorney General D…
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STANFORD, KY – Beginning Thursday, March 19th, all First Southern National Bank locations will temporarily shift to drive-thru services for day-to-day transactions. Arrangements to access the bank lobby for additional needs are available by appointment.
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 18, 2020)*- With schools across Kentucky ceasing in-class instruction due to COVID-19, teachers and students can continue receiving wildlife conservation programming normally taught in the classroom. Starting Wednesday, March 18, conservation educators with the Kentuck…
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With government agencies and most businesses closed to foot traffic to slow the the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Pulaski County Clerk Linda Burnett is letting citizens knows how to access her office's services.
FRANKFORT, Ky., March 17, 2020 — In an effort to min…
FRANKFORT, Ky., March 17, 2020 — In keeping with Gov…
Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce Executiv…
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The National Office of the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program has instructed all sites to suspend Tax Preparation effective March 16, 2020. It is expected that operations will be restored when the virus crisis is over.
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All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. This decision protects the population we serve—older Americans and people with underlying medical conditions—and our employees during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. …
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In following protocol from our Diocese for the safety of our parishioners and community, ALL MASSES at St. Mildred are now cancelled, effective immediately. Father Von Handorf will be conducting the weekend masses and can be viewed via livestream at Saint Mildred Catholic Church facebook pa…
The always-packed parking lots up and down U.S. 27 w…
Louisville Gas and Electric Company, Kentucky Utilit…
This year, there will be no children hunting for Eas…
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While every hour it seems there's a new cancellation due to concerns over the COVID-19 virus, that wasn't the case in Burnside Saturday morning, where runners and walkers celebrated life, community, fitness, and everything St. Patrick's Day.
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Friends, in light of the precautions suggested for preventing the spread of coronavirus, we will be joining the area's closings. There will be no services in person on Sunday, March 15. Tune in to Facebook live (right here!) to view a modified service Sunday at 11 AM.
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Due to local concerns of the Coronavirus. Burnside Little League has made the decision to delay activities until March 27th following recommendations from Little League international and the local school board. Opening day has been rescheduled to April the 18th. WE WILL BE PLAYING BASEBALL!!!
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Norman Eugene Hurt, 81, of Science Hill, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at the Cumberland Nursing & Rehab. Arrangements are pending and will be announced later by Morris & Hislope Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.morrisandhislope.com.
Mr. Gordon T. Ard, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at the Jean Waddle Hospice Care Center. Gordon was born on September 14, 1949, in Pulaski County, son of the late Robert Terril and Bertha Aline Buster Ard. He moved to Florida where he worked for several years. Gordon was …
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