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• Eight Belles suffered multiple fractures
  Thursday, May 15, 2008
  Necropsy results released.
• Kentucky Agricultural Development Board to Hold Meeting
  Wednesday, May 14, 2008
  --MEDIA ADVISORY--
• KY Historic Preservation Review Board to meet Thursday at Lexington History Museum
  Wednesday, May 14, 2008
  FRANKFORT, Ky. – The next meeting of the Kentucky Historic Preservation Review Board will take place at 10 a.m. (EST) Thursday, May 15 at the Lexington History Museum (the former Fayette County Courthouse), 215 W. Main Street. The meeting is open to the public.
• Communities invited to learn more about marketing sites along the new Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail
  Monday, May 12, 2008
  A series of workshops on Marketing Lincoln and the Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail is planned over the next two weeks to assist local communities and historic sites in cooperatively promoting places associated with President Abraham Lincoln as well as nearby businesses and attractions of interest to the traveling public.
• Governor Awards Manchester Grant for Water Treatment Plant
  Monday, May 12, 2008
  FRANKFORT, KY (May 9, 2008) – Gov. Steve Beshear presented the City of Manchester with a ceremonial check today commemorating the award of a $1,000,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The funds will be used towards the design and construction of a new water treatment plant to serve all of Clay County.
• Use precautions to prevent Noise Induced Hearing Loss
  Monday, May 12, 2008
• Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation Approves $1,354,878 in Loans
  Friday, May 09, 2008
  The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation (KAFC), chaired by Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer, approved $1,354,878 in agricultural loans.
• Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation
  Friday, May 09, 2008
  --MEDIA ADVISORY--
• Horse Racing Authority to consider health, safety issues
  Friday, May 09, 2008
  Chairman recommends work group.
• Kentucky selected to participate in “Greening State Capitols” program
  Thursday, May 08, 2008
• Kentucky AmeriCorps Members Promote Service during AmeriCorps Week
  Wednesday, May 07, 2008
• Recycling organization will meet in June
  Wednesday, May 07, 2008
  The Kentucky Recycling Interest Group (KRIG) will meet June 17 at the Eastern Kentucky University campus in Richmond.
• Governor Beshear Proclaims May 4-10 Drinking Water Week
  Tuesday, May 06, 2008
  Governor Steve Beshear has proclaimed May 4-10 Drinking Water Week in Kentucky.
• Celebrate National Air Quality Awareness Week What you can do: It all adds up to cleaner air
  Tuesday, May 06, 2008
  FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 2, 2008) – The Kentucky Division for Air Quality works hard every day to help ensure clean air for all Kentuckians -- inspecting air pollution sources, responding to complaints from citizens, and maintaining a statewide monitoring network. But individuals also have a role to play in keeping our air clean. Every time you use energy -- whether burning wood, gasoline, diesel, or electricity -- you are contributing to air pollution in your community and those downwind of you. Saving energy helps your pocketbook as well as your lungs. Here are a few tips to help you get started: · The Division for Air Quality will be giving away energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs at the Governor’s Derby Breakfast in Frankfort on May 3; come by to get yours! · Purchase ENERGY STAR- rated products, from light bulbs and appliances to home entertainment systems. · Conserve electricity and set your air conditioner at a higher temperature. · Keep your vehicle maintained and your tires properly inflated. · Mow your lawn and refuel your vehicle during cooler morning and evening hours. · Combine errands and reduce car trips whenever possible. · Avoid burning trash, which is illegal and highly polluting. If every Kentuckian took one or more of the above actions, the impact would be tremendous – because it all adds up to cleaner air! National Air Quality Week, April 28 – May 2, 2008, creates an opportunity for Kentuckians to “Be Air Aware.” Information on air quality is available at the division Web site, www.air.ky.gov.
• Celebrate National Air Quality Awareness Week “Current Air Quality Information at Your Fingertips”
  Tuesday, May 06, 2008
  Editor’s note: National Air Quality Week is an opportunity for Kentuckians to become “air aware” and learn various aspects of air quality. The following article provides insight into the Air Quality Index. FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 1, 2008) – Ever wonder if the air is clean enough to go for a run or work on your yard? The Air Quality Index, or AQI, is a color-coded system describing how clean or polluted the outdoor air is in a specific location. The system explains what health effects may result for the local population, focusing on effects a person might experience within a few hours or days after breathing polluted air. For example, the AQI uses orange to mean that the air quality might be harmful to sensitive populations. However, sensitive populations are not just children, the elderly, or people with existing heart or lung conditions. Sensitive populations also include healthy adults who work or exercise outdoors. Generally, the AQI is calculated for either ozone or particle pollution, depending on which level is most prevalent. Being aware of air quality levels before going outside to exercise is vital to protecting your and your children’s health. Especially on poor air quality days, the AQI can also remind you to “Do your Share for Cleaner Air” by remembering to turn off unused lights, electronics, and appliances. Other actions you can take include making the switch to compact fluorescents, tuning up your car, properly inflating your tires; and reducing, reusing, and recycling. In Kentucky, the AQI is available in nearly real-time via phone or the Division for Air Quality website. The phone number is 1-800-AIR-IN_KY, and the website is www.air.ky.gov. Forecasted AQI levels are also available in Louisville and Lexington by visiting www.airnow.gov. National Air Quality Week, April 28 – May 2, 2008 creates an opportunity for Kentuckians to “Be Air Aware.”
• Celebrate National Air Quality Awareness Week "What Affects My Air?"
  Tuesday, May 06, 2008
  Editor’s note: National Air Quality Week is an opportunity for Kentuckians to become “air aware” and learn various aspects of air quality. The following article provides insight into ozone and particulate pollution. FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 29, 2008) -- Air quality varies depending on weather conditions, sources of air pollution in your community, and pollutant transported by wind. Ozone and particle-forming pollutants come from a number of sources. Mobile sources like cars and trucks account for over 25 percent of air pollution in the United States. In Kentucky, power plants, industry, and open burning are the largest sources of pollution in Kentucky. Illegal backyard burning is estimated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to be the largest non-point source of dioxin pollution in the United States. Dioxin is a toxic air pollutant that has been associated with cancer, birth defects, and nervous system damage, and is released when anything containing chlorine, like plastic, is burned. Natural sources like wildfires also contribute to particle pollution. The role of weather cannot be underestimated when it comes to pollution. Winds carry pollution in and out of communities. Heat and sunlight promote the formation of ozone. Temperature inversions can trap pollution in an area for days on end. To learn more about ozone and particle pollution, or to check on the air quality in your region, visit the Division for Air Quality website at www.air.ky.gov. National Air Quality Week, April 28 – May 2, creates an opportunity for Kentuckians to “Be Air Aware.”
• Governor Beshear Appoints Member to Kentucky Environmental Education Council
  Monday, May 05, 2008
  Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear has appointed Tom FitzGerald to serve as a member of the Kentucky Environmental Education Council. He represents environmental interests.
• Kentucky Main Street Program communities announce Downtown Living Tours in May, June
  Monday, May 05, 2008
  To highlight the variety of downtown housing options available in communities of all sizes across the state, a series of Downtown Living Tours is being offered throughout May and June by local programs that participate in the Kentucky Main Street Program, administered by the Kentucky Heritage Council / State Historic Preservation Office. The tours are free.
• Veteran mining official named Natural Resources commissioner
  Friday, May 02, 2008
  Carl Campbell to head department.
• KENTUCKY STATE NATURE PRESERVES COMMISSION TO HOST HIKE AT VERNON DOUGLAS STATE NATURE PRESERVE
  Wednesday, April 30, 2008
  Ecologist to lead hikers through unique forest
• Pike County Fish Catch Mistaken for Fish Kill
  Wednesday, April 30, 2008
  Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet inspectors investigating an April 25 citizen report of a 60-count fish kill on the Russell Fork of the Big Sandy River in Pike County found the carcasses of approximately 30 filleted fish on the banks of Russell Fork.
• Preservation of Historic Buildings: The Ultimate in Environmental Conservation
  Tuesday, April 29, 2008
  As an effort to focus the world’s attention on our home planet and support policies and programs that help create a safer, healthier and cleaner environment, Earth Month 2008 offers the perfect opportunity to remind Kentuckians why preserving our state’s historic buildings is the ultimate in environmental conservation.
• PSC GIVES KENTUCKY-AMERICAN WATER APPROVAL TO BUILD TREATMENT PLANT AND PIPELINE - Company ordered to develop conservation plan and report progress
  Friday, April 25, 2008
  The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved the application of Kentucky-American Water Co. to construct a new water treatment plant on the Kentucky River in Owen County and to build a pipeline from the plant to connect to the company’s system in Fayette County.
• $1,483,038 Invested in Kentucky Agricultural Diversification
  Wednesday, April 23, 2008
  The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board, chaired by Governor Steve Beshear, approved $1,483,038 in agricultural diversification projects across the Commonwealth.
• Annual Regional Administrator Workshop Dates Announced
  Wednesday, April 23, 2008
  The Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy (GOAP) will hold Regional Administrator Workshops this May and June.
• Governor Beshear presents $1 million grant to protect Banklick Creek Watershed
  Wednesday, April 23, 2008
  Project to address nonpoint source pollution.
• Gov. Beshear announces Florence crumb rubber grant
  Wednesday, April 23, 2008
  Money goes to Lincoln Woods Park project.
• PSC TO ISSUE DECISION FRIDAY IN KENTUCKY-AMERICAN WATER TREATMENT PLANT AND PIPELINE CASE
  Wednesday, April 23, 2008
  The Kentucky Public Service Commission’s (PSC) decision in case 2007-00134, the application of Kentucky-American Water Co. to construct a new water treatment plant on the Kentucky River in Owen County and to build a pipeline from the plant to connect to the company’s system in Fayette County, will be issued at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 25.
• KENTUCKY MINE MAPPING AWARDED BEST ONLINE SERVICE
  Tuesday, April 22, 2008
  The Kentucky Mine Mapping Information System received the Best of Kentucky technology award in the Best Online Services category at the Kentucky Digital Government Summit.
• Toyota Assembly Plant and Office Earn the ENERGY STAR for Energy Efficiency
  Tuesday, April 22, 2008
  Governor Steve Beshear recognized Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc. (TMMK) and Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing, North America (TEMA) at a ceremony today for earning the prestigious ENERGY STAR, a national symbol for protecting the environment through superior energy performance.
• First Lady Beshear announces greenteam.ky.gov
  Tuesday, April 22, 2008
  With Kentucky’s Executive Mansion as a backdrop, and surrounded by citizen activists and dozens of school children, Kentucky First Lady Jane Beshear today unveiled her plans to make the Kentucky Governor’s Mansion and homes across the commonwealth more energy efficient and environmentally friendly.
• Governor tours ENERGY STAR home
  Tuesday, April 22, 2008
  Initiates Home Builder's 'Green Build Kentucky' program.
• Environmental Quality Commission presents 2008 Earth Day awards
  Friday, April 18, 2008
  Ten groups, individuals honored for environmental service, leadership
• Kentucky National Guard, Emergency Management prepared to respond to earthquake
  Friday, April 18, 2008
  Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear and Adjutant General Edward W. Tonini are confident in the state's ability to respond to seismic disaster.
• Governor Beshear announces Webster grants
  Thursday, April 17, 2008
  Money goes to playground projects.
• Governor Beshear announces Union grant
  Thursday, April 17, 2008
  Money goes to playground projects
• Governor Beshear announces Daviess reclamation project
  Thursday, April 17, 2008
  $1.6 million cleanup will alleviate health, safety and environmental hazards on 181 acres.
• Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy Announces New Appointments
  Thursday, April 17, 2008
  Roger Thomas, Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy (GOAP) announced two new appointments to GOAP: Michael Judge, Director of Operations and Jennifer Mobbs, Compliance Specialist.
• Kentucky Agricultural Development Board Meeting
  Thursday, April 17, 2008
  The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board will hold its monthly Board Meeting on Friday, April 18, 2008, beginning at 10:00 a.m. eastern time.
• Environmental Protection directors named
  Thursday, April 17, 2008
  Acting directors named to posts
• State Fire Marshal Named
  Wednesday, April 16, 2008
  William Swope Jr. of Lexington has been named state fire marshal.
• Governor announces $1 million in crumb rubber grants
  Wednesday, April 16, 2008
  Proclaims April 16-22 Earth Week in Kentucky.
• State Awards $520,947 Grant to Protect Corbin City Reservoir Watershed
  Wednesday, April 16, 2008
  The Kentucky Division of Water has announced the award of a $520,947 grant to Third Rock environmental engineering consultants, based in Lexington, for improving water quality and preventing nonpoint source pollution in the Corbin City Reservoir watershed in Laurel County.
• $728,270 Grant Awarded to Protect Clarks River Watershed
  Wednesday, April 16, 2008
  The Kentucky Division of Water has announced the award of a $728,270 grant to the Jackson Purchase Resource Conservation and Development Foundation for improving water quality and preventing nonpoint source pollution in the Upper East Fork of Clarks River in Calloway, Marshall and McCracken counties.
• WATER TREATMENT PLANTS RECEIVE STATE RECOGNITION
  Wednesday, April 16, 2008
  Thirty-two water treatment plants in Kentucky have received awards from the Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet in recognition of their demonstrated success in producing drinking water that consistently meets or exceeds state water quality standards.
• REPORT ADDRESSES WATER QUALITY PROBLEMS FROM PATHOGENS IN LITTLE RIVER
  Wednesday, April 16, 2008
  A draft report addressing water quality problems in the Little River related to pathogens is available for public comment through May 23.
• Transportation Cabinet works to improve environmental awareness, preserve water quality
  Wednesday, April 16, 2008
  The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is partnering with more than 60 communities across the commonwealth to raise awareness of the importance of preserving water quality by controlling pollution from storm water runoff.
• Transportation Cabinet prepares for mowing season
  Wednesday, April 16, 2008
  The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is gearing up for roadside mowing season, which stretches from May to October. Crews have already begun mowing in the Louisville area in preparation for Kentucky Derby festivities.
• Earth Week campaign encourages Kentuckians to take leadership role in environmental protection
  Tuesday, April 15, 2008
  Theme is "Go for the Green"
• CHAIRMAN GOSS ANNOUNCES DEPARTURE FROM PSC - Resignation takes effect May 3
  Tuesday, April 15, 2008
  Chairman Mark David Goss is resigning from the Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC).
• Please slow down! My daddy works here!
  Monday, April 07, 2008
  A reminder for those driving through highway work zones this year: Be careful! That’s someone’s mom or dad working out there! National Work Zone Safety Week is being recognized throughout Kentucky, with a salute to those who keep our highways in good order and risk their lives doing it.
• Louisville to host 30th Annual Meeting of the National Council on Public History April 10-13
  Monday, April 07, 2008
  Workshops, tours and plenary sessions focusing on the theme "Public Histories of Union and Disunion" will highlight the 30th annual meeting of the National Council on Public History (NCPH) April 10-13 at The Brown Hotel and other venues around Louisville. Andrew Ferguson, author of "Land of Lincoln: Adventures in Abe's America," are among the presenters.
• KENTUCKY STATE NATURE PRESERVES TO HOST HIKE AT BRIGADOON STATE NATURE PRESERVE
  Monday, April 07, 2008
  Event is Part of Earth Week Celebration
• COMMENT SOUGHT ON IMPAIRED WATERS LIST
  Friday, April 04, 2008
  The Kentucky Division of Water is seeking comments on its draft 2008 list of impaired waters, as required by the Federal Clean Water Act, through May 7.
• Fire-Safe Cigarettes Now Sold In Kentucky
  Thursday, April 03, 2008
  Under a new state law, all cigarettes sold in Kentucky now much be self extinguishing.
• Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation Approves $934,813 in Loans
  Thursday, April 03, 2008
  The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation (KAFC), chaired by Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer, approved $934,813 in agricultural loans for projects across the Commonwealth during their Board Meeting on Friday, March 21 in Frankfort, Ky.
• PSC SETS PERFORMANCE GOALS FOR MARTIN COUNTY WATER - Order implements findings of management audit
  Wednesday, April 02, 2008
  The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) has ordered the Martin County Water District to take specific steps to improve long-standing deficiencies in customer service and financial performance.
• KENTUCKY STATE NATURE PRESERVES TO HOST HIKE AT FLORACLIFF STATE NATURE PRESERVE
  Tuesday, April 01, 2008
  Event is Part of Earth Week Celebration
• Wildflower Watch Provides Updates as Spring Blooms in Ky.
  Monday, March 31, 2008
  Spring is here, and the Kentucky Departments of Tourism and Parks are teaming up once again to provide travelers with tips for trips to state parks and nature preserves where the region’s wildflowers and trees are bursting forth in bloom.
• Historic brickwork expert to present free lecture Monday in Lexington
  Tuesday, March 25, 2008
  The public is invited to a free lecture with internationally known historic brickwork consultant and educator Dr. Gerard Lynch at 7 p.m. Monday, March 31 at Lexington Public Library on the topic of Putting Value Back into Craft Education.
• Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation Board Meeting
  Thursday, March 20, 2008
  The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation will hold a Board Meeting on Friday, March 21, 2008, beginning at 10:00 a.m. eastern time in the Kentucky Department of Agriculture Conference Room in Frankfort, Ky.
• $1,279,254 Invested in Kentucky Agricultural Diversification
  Thursday, March 20, 2008
  Frankfort, Ky. -The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board, chaired by Governor Steve Beshear, approved $1,279,254 in agricultural diversification projects across the Commonwealth during their monthly board meeting on Friday, March 14 at Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Ky.
• Kentucky Agricultural Development Board Meeting
  Thursday, March 20, 2008
  The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board will hold its monthly board meeting on Friday, March 14, 2008, beginning at 10:00 a.m. EDT.
• Adopt-a-Highway groups poised to ‘spring clean’ roadsides, help preserve scenic beauty of the commonwealth
  Tuesday, March 18, 2008
  Volunteers will be out in full force next week to spring clean highways in Breathitt, Estill, Lee, Magoffin, Menifee, Morgan, Owsley, Perry, Powell and Wolfe counties. The Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announced today that the Adopt-a-Highway Spring Clean Week will be held March 23-29.
• PSC APPROVES SALE OF AUXIER WATER CO. - City of Prestonsburg is purchasing utility
  Tuesday, March 18, 2008
  The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved the city of Prestonsburg’s purchase of the Auxier Water Co., Inc., which serves about 1,100 customers in Floyd and Johnson counties.
• Adopt-a-Highway groups poised to ‘spring clean’ roadsides, help preserve scenic beauty of the commonwealth
  Monday, March 17, 2008
  Volunteers will be out in full force next week to spring clean Kentucky’s roadsides. The Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) today announced that the Adopt-a-Highway Spring Clean Week will be March 23-29.
• Environmental Education Certification Program holds graduation ceremony
  Friday, March 14, 2008
• Kentucky State Parks Participate In Earth Week
  Friday, March 14, 2008
  Several Kentucky State Parks will be participating in Earth Week during April with hikes, wildflower weekends and clean up efforts across the state.
• STEPHANIE STUMBO NAMED TO HEAD PSC STAFF - New executive director takes office on March 17
  Thursday, March 13, 2008
  Stephanie L. Stumbo, a Kentucky native with extensive management experience in state and local government, has been named executive director of the Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC).
• Governor Beshear Unveils the Kentucky Agricultural Relief Effort (K.A.R.E) Initiative
  Thursday, March 13, 2008
  Gov. Steve Beshear today unveiled an $8.15 million initiative to help farmers whose crops were damaged by severe weather conditions last year – the late freeze last spring and extensive drought throughout the summer and fall.
• Governor Beshear Appoints Member to State Board of Examiners and Registration of Landscape Architects
  Wednesday, March 12, 2008
  Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear has appointed Billy F. Van Pelt, II, as a member to the State Board of Examiners and Registration of Landscape Architects.
• Governor Beshear Appoints Member to Board of Registration for Professional Geologists
  Wednesday, March 12, 2008
  Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear has appointed Stephen R. Wyatt as a member of the Board of Registration for Professional Geologists. He represents the public-at-large.
• Kentucky launches new fund to invest in companies developing renewable and alternative energy technologies
  Wednesday, March 12, 2008
  Gov. Steve Beshear announced today the launch of Kentucky New Energy Ventures, a state program that administers $5 million in public funds for investment in promising renewable and alternative energy companies in the commonwealth. The program, established legislatively under the name, “Kentucky Alternative Fuel and Renewable Energy Fund Program,” was created by the state’s General Assembly under House Bill 1 during the 2007 Extraordinary Session.
• Enjoy the Arrival of Spring at Natural Bridge's Wildflower Weekend
  Wednesday, March 12, 2008
  The arrival of spring in the mountains of eastern Kentucky will be the setting for Wildflower Weekend April 17-20, 2008, at Natural Bridge State Resort Park.
• E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park Welcomes Spring With Three Plant Life Events
  Tuesday, March 11, 2008
• Biodiesel tank available for government vehicles, equipment
  Tuesday, March 11, 2008
  A cleaner form of fuel is now more readily available for state operated equipment. A new 10,000-gallon biodiesel tank has been installed at the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s Division of Equipment on Wilkinson Street in Frankfort.
• STATE MINE RESCUE PROGRAM MEETS FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS
  Friday, March 07, 2008
  Kentucky’s mine rescue teams will continue to serve coal mines across the state in compliance with recently adopted federal mine safety regulations.
• 25th Annual KY Heritage Council Archaeology Conference slated March 7-9 at Northern Kentucky University
  Wednesday, March 05, 2008
  A tour of prehistoric and historic sites throughout Boone County and presentations about archaeological investigations and research that have been conducted across the state in the last year will highlight the 25th Annual Kentucky Heritage Council Archaeology Conference Friday through Sunday, March 7-9 at Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights.
• More Counties Approved for Recovery Aid due to February Storms
  Wednesday, March 05, 2008
  Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear today announced that Federal disaster assistance is now available for six additional Kentucky counties to help homeowners, renters and business owners recover from the effects of severe storms and flooding Feb. 5-6. This brings to 15 the number of counties where residents with storm-related damage may apply for such aid.
• Kentucky Submits Response to DOE’s Request for Information on Restructured FutureGen
  Tuesday, March 04, 2008
  The commonwealth of Kentucky has submitted its response to the United States Department of Energy’s Request for Information on the restructured FutureGen initiative. On Jan. 31, 2008, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced a restructured approach that aims to demonstrate advanced carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology at multiple commercial-scale Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) clean coal power plants throughout the country.
• Commonwealth Cleanup Week reaches 10th year
  Monday, March 03, 2008
  The 10th annual Commonwealth Cleanup Week will be March 23-29. This is a week-long event coordinated by the Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet.
• KENTUCKY STATE NATURE PRESERVES COMMISSION TO MEET
  Friday, February 29, 2008
  Agenda to include addition to Short’s Goldenrod State Nature Preserve
• EPPC secretary appoints legal counsel
  Friday, February 29, 2008
  Louisville attorney chosen for post.
• Attorney General Conway Announces Rebates For Creative Water Solutions Customers
  Tuesday, February 26, 2008
  Attorney General Jack Conway announced today that Creative Water Solutions will cease misleading advertising and pay $2,550 to 51 consumers who participated in a home demonstration after being promised that they would receive $100 in “free gas” coupons. The advertising was brought to the attention of the Attorney General by the Better Business Bureau of Central and Eastern Kentucky.
• Governor Beshear Appoints Member to Kentucky Equine Drug Research Council
  Friday, February 22, 2008
  Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear has appointed Rick Hiles as a member of the Kentucky Equine Drug Research Council. He represents the Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association.
• Nominees sought for 30th Annual Ida Lee Willis Memorial Foundation Preservation Awards
  Friday, February 22, 2008
  The Ida Lee Willis Memorial Foundation and Kentucky Heritage Council are seeking nominations for 2008 Ida Lee Willis Memorial Foundation Preservation Awards, given annually to individuals, organizations and projects that have made a significant contribution preserving Kentucky’s historic and prehistoric resources. This year marks the 30th anniversary of this signature statewide event.
• Session proposals invited for 2008 KY Historic Preservation Conference September 4-6 in Bardstown
  Monday, February 18, 2008
  Historic buildings, streets and landscapes throughout Bardstown and rural Nelson and surrounding counties will be featured attractions when the community hosts the 2008 Kentucky Historic Preservation Conference September 4-6. New this year: the public is invited to submit proposals for educational and field sessions or poster presentations by the March 31 deadline.
• Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy Announces Guideline Changes to Model Programs
  Monday, February 18, 2008
  The Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy is announcing the approval of Model Program Changes for 2008.
• $1,110,880 Invested in Kentucky Agricultural Diversification
  Monday, February 18, 2008
  The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board, chaired by Governor Steve Beshear, approved $1,110,880 in agricultural diversification projects across the Commonwealth during their monthly board meeting on Friday, February 15 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky.
• Environmental Quality Commission director named
  Friday, February 15, 2008
  U of L staff member headed pollution control post
• Meth lab cleanup orientation slated
  Friday, February 15, 2008
  Contractors certified to clean up methamphetamine (meth) labs will have an opportunity to receive important information concerning Kentucky’s new meth lab cleanup program during an orientation on Feb. 27 in Frankfort.
• EPPC secretary names DPP commissioner
  Thursday, February 14, 2008
  Louisville man has extensive public management experience.
• Charitable gaming defendant pleads guilty
  Wednesday, February 13, 2008
  Sentence includes restitution.
• Policy Changes to Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation Programs
  Wednesday, February 13, 2008
  The Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy is announcing changes to two programs administered by the Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation (KAFC). On February 1, 2008 the KAFC Board met and approved policy updates to the Agricultural Infrastructure Loan Program and the Beginning Farmer Loan Program.
• Kentucky Agricultural Development Board Meeting
  Wednesday, February 13, 2008
  The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board will hold its monthly board meeting on Friday, February 15, 2008, beginning at 10:00 a.m. EST.
• Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy Appoints New Employees
  Wednesday, February 13, 2008
  Roger Thomas, Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy announced three appointments to the Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy (GOAP): Dr. Jennifer McGehee Marsh, General Counsel; Cyndi Hall, Executive Assistant; and Bret Hopkins, Staff Assistant.
• New recycling organization is forming
  Tuesday, February 12, 2008
  Some key players in the recycling industry met last week and began laying the groundwork for a new statewide networking organization – the Kentucky Recycling Interest Group (KRIG).
• Attorney General Conway & Delaplain Disposal Agree to Reduced Rates for Consumers
  Monday, February 11, 2008
  Attorney General Jack Conway has signed a settlement agreement with Delaplain Disposal Company, Inc. that requires the company to immediately request a $150,000 rate reduction from the Public Service Commission (PSC).
• Using caution in coping with power outage
  Friday, February 08, 2008
  Fire Marshal's Office offers tips.
• STATE HAS GUIDELINES FOR DISPOSING OF STORM DEBRIS
  Wednesday, February 06, 2008
  The Department for Environmental Protection has specific guidelines for proper disposal of woody and vegetative debris left in the aftermath of severe storms.