Trauma, poverty, COVID-19 causing high rates of chronic absenteeism in Kentucky by Sarah Ladd June 11, 2024 Absenteeism hurts kids’ ability to thrive. Reasons for it are complicated.
Only 1.6% of US doctors were Black in 1906 – and the legacy of inequality in medical education has not yet been erased by Benjamin Chrisinger June 10, 2024 Despite clear and persistent gaps between white and Black doctors, lawmakers have tried to prohibit diversity initiatives in medicine.
Kentucky Supreme Court to hear open records case against Fish and Wildlife commission by McKenna Horsley June 10, 2024
Community members invited to join bell hooks Book Club by Hoptown Chronicle June 10, 2024 For the first gathering on June 17, the group will discuss “Communion: The Female Search for Love.”
The WannaBeatles band wraps up Live at the Alhambra series by Jennifer P. Brown June 10, 2024 The 2024-25 Live series featuring six musical shows begins in September with an Eagles tribute band.
‘Profile in Courage:’ Kentuckian Michael Adams honored for protecting election integrity by McKenna Horsley June 10, 2024
Murray State regents approve raises for most employees following compensation study by Derek Operle June 8, 2024 The school's board of regents made the decision after a study revealed the majority of employees were being paid below the market rate.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library now accessible for all Kentucky communities by Lyra Duffy June 7, 2024 The expansion is made possible by a bill passed in 2022 and funding from a state budget allotment passed during Gov. Andy Beshear’s first term.
New federal rule tightens black lung regulations, but some states make diagnosis harder by Skylar Baker-Jordan June 6, 2024 Today, only one doctor in the Bluegrass State is certified to diagnose black lung.
Hopkinsville museum will have free summer admission for youth by Jennifer P. Brown June 6, 2024 A $5,000 allocation from Mayor James R. Knight Jr.'s discretionary fund will cover the free admission and special programming for students.
Heat index warnings can save lives on dangerously hot days − if people understand what they mean by Micki Olson June 5, 2024 Clear warnings can help residents understand their risk and protect themselves, which is especially important for small children and older adults, who are at greater risk of heat illness.
