Counties in the News highlights stories and developments about Kentucky's counties. From county government initiatives to economic progress and community events, here's a roundup of counties making headlines this week.
Week of June 16, 2025
Byrd pitches sports complex study to Barren County committee
At the Barren County Administration and Budget Committee, Judge-Executive Jamie Bewley Byrd said she would like to see an impact study done on the complex before September, both to increase the likelihood of getting state money committed to the project’s construction and for community members.
Read more from Glasgow News One
Campbell County dispatch center to relocate out of Newport
With Newport’s approval, the Campbell County Consolidated Dispatch Center is moving out of the city and into a public safety complex built by the county.
Henderson judge/executive clears the air on wind turbine project
Judge/Executive Brad Schneider is tired of the rumors.
Read more from WEHT
FCC Commissioner visits Letcher Co. to talk First Amendment rights
Federal Communications Commissioner Anna Gomez stopped in Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday as part of her nationwide First Amendment tour.
Read more from WYMT
Hosp named new EMS director in Anderson County
Anderson County EMS is growing, and looking for dedicated, compassionate professionals to join the team, county officials said.
Read more from the Anderson News
Lebanon, Marion County rescue squads to merge
A move by the City of Lebanon and Marion County Fiscal Court should help with response times, staffing with well-trained personnel, and better equipment.
Read more from the Lebanon Enterprise
Senior Community Center breaks ground on long-awaited new facility
The Senior Community Center of Owensboro-Daviess County officially broke ground Wednesday on its new campus, marking a major milestone in plans to expand services for local residents age 60 and older.
Read more from the Owensboro Times
Fiscal court discusses fire coverage and bids
Greg Shaffer with the Hitchins Fire Department addressed the Carter County Fiscal Court at their regularly scheduled meeting concerning emergency coverage of Willard.
Read more from the Carter County Times
Local government still waiting for federal assistance
It has been around two and a half months since a multi-day weather event flooded much of Warren County. While assistance for individuals affected by the disaster has rolled in, local governments are still waiting for President Trump to approve a broader emergency declaration that would allow federal funds to reimburse response costs that are estimated to be in the millions of dollars.
Read more from the Bowling Green Daily News
Week of June 9, 2025
Christian County Court passes first reading of measure that will OK special purpose vehicles
Magistrates passed the ordinance during its meeting Tuesday at the Christian County Courthouse, with Christian County Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam noting that the fiscal court’s decision is a result of action that has been taken by the Kentucky General Assembly.
Read more from The Kentucky New Era
County to allow ATVs on local roadways
Certain All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and side-by-sides may soon be street legal in Marion County.
Carroll EMS ends transfers to private residences
Carroll County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will no longer make transfers of patients to private residences outside of Carroll County.
Read more from the Madison Courier
After the storm, help still stands
On May 18, just two days after the tornadoes struck Pulaski County, an estimated 254 properties were damaged.
Read more from the Commonwealth Journal
Read more from the Pioneer News
Henderson County Fiscal Court votes to support Union County job corps center
The Henderson County Fiscal Court passed a joint resolution on Tuesday to voice support for keeping the Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center in Union County.
Read more from WEHT
Proposed Medicaid cuts could put 35 Kentucky hospitals at risk of closing
U.S. Senate Democrats are raising concerns about proposed cuts to Medicaid, outlined in President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.”
Read more from WKYT
Kenton County passes budget funding new 225-acre park, joint UK/NKU facility
Kenton County's newly passed budget for the upcoming fiscal year allocates $135 million across a pair of projects touted as transformational, including the county's largest-ever park and a new facility of higher learning.
Read more from the Cincinnati Business Courier
Ky. Clerk’s Office sees attempted property deed fraud after tornado
Laurel County Clerk Tony Brown says deeds are public record. Anyone can look at one or make a copy, and fraud can occur once the wrong person gets hold of it.
Read more from WKYT
Week of June 2, 2025
Logan County achieves 100% high-speed fiber internet coverage
A two-year initiative to expand high-speed fiber internet access across Logan County has culminated in significant progress, benefiting residents and businesses alike.
Read more from The News-Democrat & Leader
Fiscal Court funds new pain management tools
Hopkins County Fiscal Court awarded opioid settlement funds to Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville for radiofrequency ablation equipment.
Farmers bemoan lack of drainage funding
Farmers in Daviess County are asking the fiscal court to address flooding and drainage issues.
Read more from the Messenger-Inquirer
Read more from the Mountain Citizen
Read more from the Advocate-Messenger
Special purpose vehicles could ride on local roads with new measure
Much of Trigg County Fiscal Court’s meeting on Monday was devoted to a new state law that will allow certain vehicles on roads.
Read more from the Cadiz Record
‘Weather doesn’t sneak up on an ex-weatherman’: Laurel Co. still facing tornado aftermath
Over two weeks later, Laurel County Road Department crews are still clearing debris after an EF-4 tornado ripped through communities.
Read more from WKYT
County offers incentive to develop startup industry
The Boyd County Fiscal Court agreed to offer incentives to a Lexington-based startup company, CarbonCore Inc.
Read more from the Daily Independent
Bass fishing event leads to economic boom in Marshall County
Major League Bass Fishing is coming to Kentucky Lake this weekend for Stage 5 of the pro tour. With people pouring in from all over the country, Marshall County is experiencing a boost in business.
Read more from the Paducah Sun
Week of May 26, 2025
Changes to the county clerk's office
More changes come to Grant County as one County Clerk exits public service to take a position in the private sector and another changes direction to take the up the clerk’s mantle.
Read more from Grant County News
Morning storm kills at least one and injures 7 in Washington County
An unexpected storm system rumbled across Central Kentucky Friday morning and slammed into a rural part of Washington County, officials tell the Herald-Leader.
Gov. Beshear says it’s a ‘likelihood’ he’ll call a General Assembly special session for tornado aid
Part of the economic relief effort that comes with a natural disaster involves lawmakers in the State Capitol.
Read more from WKYT
Mental Health Court to 'bridge gaps' in Floyd County
A new special court program in Floyd County is addressing what officials say is a need in the criminal justice system.
Read more from WYMT
Read more from the Paducah Sun
Opinion: A once-in-a-generation investment in our community
In November of 2024, the Franklin County Fiscal Court, City of Frankfort, Anderson County Fiscal Court and the City of Lawrenceburg came together to form the Franklin Anderson Industrial Development Authority (FAIDA) to create and manage a new business park that will drive our regional economy forward.
Read more from the Anderson News
Logan County prepares for street-legal UTV licensing
County Clerk Stacy Watkins and her clerks recently spent the day learning about licensing street-legal special-purpose vehicles beginning June 27, 2025.
Read more from the News-Democrat & Leader
Whitley Fiscal Court approves first reading of budget, including jail expansion project
Construction for a $7.5 million expansion to the Whitley County Detention Center is expected to begin sometime in the coming months.
Read more from the News Journal
Burgin approves agreement with Mercer County Sheriff's Office
The Burgin City Council has approved a contract with the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office to provide a larger police presence in the friendly little city.
Read more from the Harrodsburg Herald
Week of May 19, 2025
Firefighter likley died shielding wife from catasrophic tornado
Laurel County Fire Department Maj. Leslie "Les" Roger Leatherman is among the victims killed after a tornado ripped through the Sunshine Hills subdivision outside of London, Kentucky.
Read more from FOX Weather
'Please help me': London-Laurel 911 answers 600+ calls during tornado
From Friday at 11:30 p.m. to Saturday at 9 a.m., the London-Laurel 911 center received over 600 calls for help as a tornado barreled through the area.
Court moves ahead with plans for safe rooms in the county
Trigg County is moving ahead with plans to establish some safe rooms in the local community following weather events and a disaster declaration occurring last year.
Read more from the Cadiz Record
Mental Health Court celebrates graduates after its first year
Three individuals were honored for their hard work and commitment to secure a better life thanks to their participation in the Bullitt County Mental Health Court.
Read more from The Pioneer News
Read more from WKYT
Gov. Beshear appoints 'Bo' Stacy to commonwealth's attorney role
Gov. Andy Beshear has appointed Michael Boyd "Bo" Stacy II of Cunningham as Commonwealth's Attorney for the 1st Judicial Circuit of Kentucky. Stacy will replace his father, late Commonwealth's Attorney Mike Stacy, in the role.
Read more from WPSD
Kentucky’s Circuit Clerks celebrate 20 statewide 2025 Donate Life Scholarships
Kentucky’s Association of Circuit Court Clerks has announced the winners of its statewide Donate Life Kentucky scholarship program.
Read more from the Northern Kentucky Tribune
Madison County to dedicate renovated courthouse Friday
The courthouse has been renovated and expanded with an addition to increase space and improve security in the historic building.
Read more from the Administrative Office of the Courts
Week of May 12, 2025
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office to relocate downtown Louisville headquarters
One of Kentucky's largest law enforcement agencies is preparing to move into a new headquarters.
Read more from WDRB
Rebid for Old Courthouse renovations comes in at $1.42 million
Nelson County Fiscal Court discussed the renovations and repairs to the Old Courthouse at last week’s meeting, and approved a bid of $1.42 million to M&J Construction. Deputies at the Warren County Sheriff’s Office have been taking to the track at Beech Bend Raceway to put their driving skills to the test.
McCracken Senior Center eyes former head start as new home
The Paducah-McCracken County Senior Center announced a “plan B” for a new location.
Read more from WPSD
Docked for danger: First responders prepare for water season
The Somerset/Pulaski County Rescue Squad parked one of its main rescue boats at the Lee’s Ford Marina, docking the resource closer to potential emergencies.
Read more from WYMT
Read more from the News-Democrat
County jail to assist in ICE efforts
Bullitt County Jailer Bryan Whittaker said that the arrangement would be as a service to the federal government.
Read more from the Pioneer News
Spencer County designated Storm Ready
Spencer County is now one of 80 counties to have been designated a Storm Ready Community.
Read more from the Spencer Magnet
Broadband expansion project will serve 45 households
The Center for Rural Development announced it is awarding a $100,000 grant to Rockcastle County Fiscal Court for a broadband expansion project that will serve 45 households in the Sandhills/Livingston communities.
Read more from the Lane Report
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Week of June 16, 2025
Fiscal Court approves contract shifting oversight of SROs from Sheriff’s Department to the county
Management of school resource officers (SROs) within the Whitley County School District could soon be shifted away from the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department.
Byrd pitches sports complex study to Barren County committee
At the Barren County Administration and Budget Committee, Judge-Executive Jamie Bewley Byrd said she would like to see an impact study done on the complex before September, both to increase the likelihood of getting state money committed to the project’s construction and for community members.
Read more from Glasgow News One
Campbell County dispatch center to relocate out of Newport
With Newport’s approval, the Campbell County Consolidated Dispatch Center is moving out of the city and into a public safety complex built by the county.
Henderson judge/executive clears the air on wind turbine project
Judge/Executive Brad Schneider is tired of the rumors.
Read more from WEHT
FCC Commissioner visits Letcher Co. to talk First Amendment rights
Federal Communications Commissioner Anna Gomez stopped in Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday as part of her nationwide First Amendment tour.
Read more from WYMT
Hosp named new EMS director in Anderson County
Anderson County EMS is growing, and looking for dedicated, compassionate professionals to join the team, county officials said.Read more from the Anderson News
Lebanon, Marion County rescue squads to merge
A move by the City of Lebanon and Marion County Fiscal Court should help with response times, staffing with well-trained personnel, and better equipment.Read more from the Lebanon Enterprise
Senior Community Center breaks ground on long-awaited new facility
The Senior Community Center of Owensboro-Daviess County officially broke ground Wednesday on its new campus, marking a major milestone in plans to expand services for local residents age 60 and older.
Read more from the Owensboro Times
Fiscal court discusses fire coverage and bids
Greg Shaffer with the Hitchins Fire Department addressed the Carter County Fiscal Court at their regularly scheduled meeting concerning emergency coverage of Willard.
Read more from the Carter County Times
Local government still waiting for federal assistance
It has been around two and a half months since a multi-day weather event flooded much of Warren County. While assistance for individuals affected by the disaster has rolled in, local governments are still waiting for President Trump to approve a broader emergency declaration that would allow federal funds to reimburse response costs that are estimated to be in the millions of dollars.
Read more from the Bowling Green Daily News
Week of June 9, 2025
Fiscal Court approves budget, $1 raise for county employees
The Bell County Fiscal Court unanimously approved the second reading of the county’s fiscal year 2025-26 budget during Tuesday’s meeting.
Christian County Court passes first reading of measure that will OK special purpose vehicles
Magistrates passed the ordinance during its meeting Tuesday at the Christian County Courthouse, with Christian County Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam noting that the fiscal court’s decision is a result of action that has been taken by the Kentucky General Assembly.
Read more from The Kentucky New Era
County to allow ATVs on local roadways
Certain All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and side-by-sides may soon be street legal in Marion County.
Read more from The Lebanon Enterprise
Carroll EMS ends transfers to private residences
Carroll County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will no longer make transfers of patients to private residences outside of Carroll County.
Read more from the Madison Courier
After the storm, help still stands
On May 18, just two days after the tornadoes struck Pulaski County, an estimated 254 properties were damaged.
Read more from the Commonwealth Journal
Where do your tax dollars go in Bullitt County?
The growth in Bullitt County is no surprise to anyone.Read more from the Pioneer News
Henderson County Fiscal Court votes to support Union County job corps center
The Henderson County Fiscal Court passed a joint resolution on Tuesday to voice support for keeping the Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center in Union County. Read more from WEHT
Proposed Medicaid cuts could put 35 Kentucky hospitals at risk of closing
U.S. Senate Democrats are raising concerns about proposed cuts to Medicaid, outlined in President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.”
Read more from WKYT
Kenton County passes budget funding new 225-acre park, joint UK/NKU facility
Kenton County's newly passed budget for the upcoming fiscal year allocates $135 million across a pair of projects touted as transformational, including the county's largest-ever park and a new facility of higher learning.
Read more from the Cincinnati Business Courier
Ky. Clerk’s Office sees attempted property deed fraud after tornado
Laurel County Clerk Tony Brown says deeds are public record. Anyone can look at one or make a copy, and fraud can occur once the wrong person gets hold of it.
Read more from WKYT
Week of June 2, 2025
Ten names added to Ky. Law Enforcement Memorial
The Kentucky Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation added 10 names of fallen officers to its monument in Richmond Thursday morning.
Logan County achieves 100% high-speed fiber internet coverage
A two-year initiative to expand high-speed fiber internet access across Logan County has culminated in significant progress, benefiting residents and businesses alike.
Read more from The News-Democrat & Leader
Fiscal Court funds new pain management tools
Hopkins County Fiscal Court awarded opioid settlement funds to Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville for radiofrequency ablation equipment.
Farmers bemoan lack of drainage funding
Farmers in Daviess County are asking the fiscal court to address flooding and drainage issues.
Read more from the Messenger-Inquirer
Frontier Housing to bring jobs, modular homebuilding to Martin County
A Kentucky homebuilding company is expanding to Martin County, with plans to open a factory in the Eastern Kentucky Business Park in Debord.Read more from the Mountain Citizen
Danville-Boyle County Airport paves the way for future development
Community leaders, elected officials, and aviation advocates gathered to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of a newly constructed access road to the Danville-Boyle County Airport (Stuart Powell Field – DVK).Read more from the Advocate-Messenger
Special purpose vehicles could ride on local roads with new measure
Much of Trigg County Fiscal Court’s meeting on Monday was devoted to a new state law that will allow certain vehicles on roads. Read more from the Cadiz Record
‘Weather doesn’t sneak up on an ex-weatherman’: Laurel Co. still facing tornado aftermath
Over two weeks later, Laurel County Road Department crews are still clearing debris after an EF-4 tornado ripped through communities.
Read more from WKYT
County offers incentive to develop startup industry
The Boyd County Fiscal Court agreed to offer incentives to a Lexington-based startup company, CarbonCore Inc.
Read more from the Daily Independent
Bass fishing event leads to economic boom in Marshall County
Major League Bass Fishing is coming to Kentucky Lake this weekend for Stage 5 of the pro tour. With people pouring in from all over the country, Marshall County is experiencing a boost in business.
Read more from the Paducah Sun
Week of May 26, 2025
Deadly tornadoes pummel counties across the South
Southern Kentucky counties bore the brunt of a May 16 tornado outbreak, with at least 17 fatalities confirmed as of last week in Laurel County alone.
Changes to the county clerk's office
More changes come to Grant County as one County Clerk exits public service to take a position in the private sector and another changes direction to take the up the clerk’s mantle.
Read more from Grant County News
Morning storm kills at least one and injures 7 in Washington County
An unexpected storm system rumbled across Central Kentucky Friday morning and slammed into a rural part of Washington County, officials tell the Herald-Leader.
Read more from the Lexington Herald-Leader
Gov. Beshear says it’s a ‘likelihood’ he’ll call a General Assembly special session for tornado aid
Part of the economic relief effort that comes with a natural disaster involves lawmakers in the State Capitol.
Read more from WKYT
Mental Health Court to 'bridge gaps' in Floyd County
A new special court program in Floyd County is addressing what officials say is a need in the criminal justice system.
Read more from WYMT
Efforts underway to bring AI, solar projects to McCracken County
The McCracken County Fiscal Court highlighted economic development, the county budget and potential changes to the county's trash services during its meeting Tuesday.Read more from the Paducah Sun
Opinion: A once-in-a-generation investment in our community
In November of 2024, the Franklin County Fiscal Court, City of Frankfort, Anderson County Fiscal Court and the City of Lawrenceburg came together to form the Franklin Anderson Industrial Development Authority (FAIDA) to create and manage a new business park that will drive our regional economy forward.Read more from the Anderson News
Logan County prepares for street-legal UTV licensing
County Clerk Stacy Watkins and her clerks recently spent the day learning about licensing street-legal special-purpose vehicles beginning June 27, 2025.
Read more from the News-Democrat & Leader
Whitley Fiscal Court approves first reading of budget, including jail expansion project
Construction for a $7.5 million expansion to the Whitley County Detention Center is expected to begin sometime in the coming months.
Read more from the News Journal
Burgin approves agreement with Mercer County Sheriff's Office
The Burgin City Council has approved a contract with the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office to provide a larger police presence in the friendly little city.
Read more from the Harrodsburg Herald
Week of May 19, 2025
Sheriff proposes county Flock camera system
Grayson County Sheriff Norman Chaffins has proposed purchasing a Flock Safety camera system for the county.
Firefighter likley died shielding wife from catasrophic tornado
Laurel County Fire Department Maj. Leslie "Les" Roger Leatherman is among the victims killed after a tornado ripped through the Sunshine Hills subdivision outside of London, Kentucky.
Read more from FOX Weather
'Please help me': London-Laurel 911 answers 600+ calls during tornado
From Friday at 11:30 p.m. to Saturday at 9 a.m., the London-Laurel 911 center received over 600 calls for help as a tornado barreled through the area.
Court moves ahead with plans for safe rooms in the county
Trigg County is moving ahead with plans to establish some safe rooms in the local community following weather events and a disaster declaration occurring last year.
Read more from the Cadiz Record
Mental Health Court celebrates graduates after its first year
Three individuals were honored for their hard work and commitment to secure a better life thanks to their participation in the Bullitt County Mental Health Court.
Read more from The Pioneer News
FEMA assessing damage across Pulaski Co.
FEMA is making its way through Pulaski County, assessing damage from last week’s deadly tornado.Read more from WKYT
Gov. Beshear appoints 'Bo' Stacy to commonwealth's attorney role
Gov. Andy Beshear has appointed Michael Boyd "Bo" Stacy II of Cunningham as Commonwealth's Attorney for the 1st Judicial Circuit of Kentucky. Stacy will replace his father, late Commonwealth's Attorney Mike Stacy, in the role.Read more from WPSD
Kentucky’s Circuit Clerks celebrate 20 statewide 2025 Donate Life Scholarships
Kentucky’s Association of Circuit Court Clerks has announced the winners of its statewide Donate Life Kentucky scholarship program.
Read more from the Northern Kentucky Tribune
Madison County to dedicate renovated courthouse Friday
The courthouse has been renovated and expanded with an addition to increase space and improve security in the historic building.
Read more from the Administrative Office of the Courts
Week of May 12, 2025
Caldwell Fiscal Court advances judicial center project with MOU approval
Caldwell County Fiscal Court advanced plans for a $33 million judicial center project after approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the state.
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office to relocate downtown Louisville headquarters
One of Kentucky's largest law enforcement agencies is preparing to move into a new headquarters.
Read more from WDRB
Rebid for Old Courthouse renovations comes in at $1.42 million
Nelson County Fiscal Court discussed the renovations and repairs to the Old Courthouse at last week’s meeting, and approved a bid of $1.42 million to M&J Construction. Deputies at the Warren County Sheriff’s Office have been taking to the track at Beech Bend Raceway to put their driving skills to the test.
Read more from Kentucky Standard
McCracken Senior Center eyes former head start as new home
The Paducah-McCracken County Senior Center announced a “plan B” for a new location.
Read more from WPSD
Docked for danger: First responders prepare for water season
The Somerset/Pulaski County Rescue Squad parked one of its main rescue boats at the Lee’s Ford Marina, docking the resource closer to potential emergencies.
Read more from WYMT
Fiscal Court appoints first code enforcement officer
The Logan County Fiscal Court appointed a familiar face as the new Code Enforcement Officer and approved new members to the tourism board.Read more from the News-Democrat
County jail to assist in ICE efforts
Bullitt County Jailer Bryan Whittaker said that the arrangement would be as a service to the federal government.Read more from the Pioneer News
Spencer County designated Storm Ready
Spencer County is now one of 80 counties to have been designated a Storm Ready Community.
Read more from the Spencer Magnet
Broadband expansion project will serve 45 households
The Center for Rural Development announced it is awarding a $100,000 grant to Rockcastle County Fiscal Court for a broadband expansion project that will serve 45 households in the Sandhills/Livingston communities.
Read more from the Lane Report
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