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December 16, 2021
Using Portable Generators Safely
This fact sheet discusses specific hazards inherent with the use of generators and also provides helpful information to ensure that workers and others using such equipment remain safe.
December 16, 2021
Kentucky agriculture tornado resources
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) has created a resource page on its website for those affected by this weekend’s disastrous weather events.
December 16, 2021
Kentucky tornado survivors can apply for FEMA assistance
Residents of Caldwell, Fulton, Graves, Hopkins, Marshall, Muhlenberg, Taylor and Warren counties in Kentucky who were affected by severe storms and tornadoes beginning Dec. 10, 2021, may apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
December 15, 2021
Working Safely with Chainsaws
OSHA Fact Sheet for safely working with chainsaws.
December 15, 2021
Disaster recovery assistance resources from the U.S. Department of Labor
If your community has been affected by a severe storm, flood or other disaster, the U.S. Department of Labor has resources that can help.
December 15, 2021
For Kentucky tornado victims, IRS extends 2021 tax-filing deadline, other deadlines to May 16
Victims of this weekend's tornadoes in Kentucky will have until May 16, 2022, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced yesterday.
December 15, 2021
DLG issues guidance for counties taking tornado disaster donations
Due to the recent tornadoes, many counties are in declared states of emergency. As donations pour into these counties, the Department for Local Government has issued guidance for handling these funds.
December 14, 2021
2021 Research Brief: County Property Taxes
This brief provides an overview of property taxes on real estate collected by counties, with a focus on property taxes collected by fiscal courts. Property tax rates are included for all 120 counties.