General Fund And Road Fund Receipts Drop Due To Coronavirus & Delayed Tax Filing Deadline

May 06, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Wednesday, May 6, 2020) - The Office of State Budget Director reported today that April’s General Fund receipts dropped precipitously due to the impact of the novel coronavirus and the movement of the income tax filing deadline to July 15. Collections fell 33.6 percent, or $432.9 million, compared to April of last year. Nearly 90 percent of the decline was from individual and corporate income taxes. Total revenues for the month were $857.0 million, compared to $1,289.9 million received during April 2019. Receipts have now fallen 1.2 percent for the first ten months of FY20. The Office of State Budget Director recently released an unofficial General Fund revenue estimate for FY20 that called for a revenue shortfall of between $318.7 million and $495.7 million.

A Division I Fencer And His Duel Against Cancer

May 06, 2020 / Brandon McGlone

Lancaster, KY (April 30, 2020) — The Garrard Central Record and many of our readers were first introduced to Sawyer Cornett and his family in the summer of 2017. An article titled “En Garde!” profiled a 17-year-old who had found success in the relatively niche competition of fencing -- a combat sport that displays swordsmanship. Cornett’s weapon of expertise was the foil, and having been involved with the sport since age nine, his future in the discipline was bright.

Attorney General Cameron Joins Bipartisan Coalition to Expand Response to Illegal Robocalls

May 06, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 6, 2020) – Attorney General Daniel Cameron joined a bipartisan coalition of 52 attorneys general in calling on USTelecom – the leading organization representing telecommunications providers – and its Industry Traceback Group (ITG) to continue its collaboration with state attorneys general by bolstering technological capabilities to improve enforcement against illegal robocallers.

Gov. Beshear: Kentucky Will Defeat COVID-19

May 06, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 5, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear said Tuesday that Kentuckians will defeat the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) by learning from the Greatest Generation and employing the qualities of personal responsibility.

As of 5 p.m. May 5, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 5,822 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 625 of which were newly confirmed Tuesday. More than 300 of the positive cases were from testing at Green River Correctional Complex. Unfortunately, Gov. Beshear also reported 14 new deaths Tuesday, raising the state’s toll to 275 deaths related to the virus. Many of those deaths were related to long-term care facilities, the Governor said.

KDA Hunger Initiative Results In Donation Of 560,000 Eggs To Feeding Kentucky

May 05, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, KY (May 5, 2020) – Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles announced the donation of more than 560,000 eggs from Cal-Maine Foods to Feeding Kentucky as part of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s Hunger Initiative.

2020 Elk Hunt Draw Results to be Announced Virtually

May 05, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 5, 2020) - This season’s unveiling of hunters for the 2020 Kentucky elk hunt will be held at 1 p.m. (Eastern) May 16 at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg.

Gov. Beshear Details Expanded Reopening of Health Care, Businesses

May 04, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 4, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday offered new details on guidelines for businesses and health care providers looking to restart safely as we continue to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).

As of 5 p.m. May 4, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 5,245 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 163 of which were newly confirmed Monday. Unfortunately, Gov. Beshear also reported eight new deaths Monday, raising the state’s toll to 261 deaths related to the virus.

Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available To Ag Businesses Impacted By Pandemic

May 04, 2020 / Ted Cox

WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 4, 2020) – U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today applauded the announcement that agricultural producers, for the first time, are now eligible for the Small Business Administration (SBA)’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance programs.

Kentucky Office of Highway Safety joins NHTSA in promoting motorcycle safety month

May 04, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 1, 2020) – In recognition of May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety (KOHS) joins the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in reminding motorists and motorcyclists to “share the road” conscientiously and courteously to help prevent crashes, injuries and deaths on Kentucky roadways.

Kentuckians Encouraged to Make Communication Inclusive During Better Hearing and Speech Month in May

May 04, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 4, 2020) - With more than 700,000 people in Kentucky currently experiencing some degree of hearing loss, the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has prompted businesses, organizations and community leaders across the country to take stock and begin changing their methods of communication to be more inclusive.

Gov. Beshear: Kentuckians Must Take Advantage of COVID-19 Testing

May 03, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 3, 2020) – On Sunday, Gov. Andy Beshear urged Kentuckians to be ready to fill all available slots as the state undertakes more testing for the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) than ever before.

As of 5 p.m. May 3, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 5,130 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 173 of which were newly confirmed Saturday and 80 of which were confirmed Sunday. Unfortunately, Gov. Beshear also reported five new deaths Saturday, raising the state’s toll to 253 deaths related to the virus. For the first time in weeks, no new deaths were reported Sunday.

All Of Garrard's 3 COVID-19 Patients Have Now Recovered

May 02, 2020 / Ted Cox

Lancaster, Ky (May 2, 2020) - The Garrard County Health Department has reported that each of the three Garrard County residents who previously tested positive for COVID-19 have now recovered.

Gov. Beshear Provides Update on COVID-19

May 01, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 1, 2020) – On Friday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced the number of tests completed for the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) at five different sites this week and encouraged Kentuckians to fill up all available appointments throughout the commonwealth.

As of 5 p.m. May 1, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 4,879 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 177 of which were newly confirmed. Unfortunately, Gov. Beshear also reported eight new deaths Friday, raising the state’s toll to 248 deaths related to the virus.

State Board Of Elections Adopts Temporary Emergency Administrative Regulation Language For June 23 Elections

May 01, 2020 / Ted Cox

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 1, 2020) –Today, the State Board of Elections approved temporary emergency administrative regulations outlining how the June 23, 2020 primary elections will be conducted.

Gov. Beshear: Defeating COVID-19 on First Try Requires Careful Reopening

April 30, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 30, 2020) – On Thursday, Gov. Andy Beshear reminded Kentuckians that we need to be the smartest, not the fastest, in reopening our economy in order to defeat the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) without causing a spike of cases in the commonwealth.

As of 5 p.m. April 30, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 4,708 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 174 of which were newly confirmed. Unfortunately, Gov. Beshear also reported five new deaths Thursday, raising the state’s toll to 240 deaths related to the virus.

2020 Tobacco Festival Cancelled

April 30, 2020 / Ted Cox

Lancaster, KY (April 30, 2020) — The Garrard County Rural Heritage Tobacco Festival has been officially cancelled for the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 virus.

Garrard Judge-Executive Addresses Governor's New Plan For Businesses Reopening

April 30, 2020 / Ted Cox

Lancaster, KY (April 30, 2020) — Last night, Governor Beshear announced a time table for additional Phase 1 reopening throughout the state of Kentucky. Garrard County Judge-Executive John Wilson highlighted some of that information provided by the governor last night and what kind of impact that would have on businesses in Garrard County.

Kentucky Distillers And Kentucky Chamber Partner To Provide Business With Sanitizer Prior To Reopening

April 30, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 30, 2020) — As Governor Beshear outlined the plan for Phase 1 of reopening Kentucky’s economy on Wednesday, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association and Kentucky Chamber of Commerce are partnering to help business make sure they have the hand sanitizer needed to protect Kentuckians as we reopen business.

Attorney General Cameron Files Amicus Brief Supporting Bullitt County Church Against Governor Beshear’s Ban of Gatherings

April 29, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 29, 2020) – Attorney General Daniel Cameron today filed an amicus brief in support of a Bullitt County church’s lawsuit against Governor Beshear’s unconstitutional ban on religious services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gov. Beshear Outlines Road Ahead for Gradual Reopening of Businesses

April 29, 2020 / Ted Cox

FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 29, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear on Wednesday laid out the state’s plan to gradually reopen business activities while continuing to keep Kentuckians safe from the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).

As of 5 p.m. April 29, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 4,539 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 184 of which were newly confirmed. Unfortunately, Gov. Beshear also reported 10 new deaths Wednesday, raising the state’s toll to 235 deaths related to the virus.