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Sightings of young black bears increase with summer roaming
Sightings of young black bears increase with summer roaming Kentucky Fish and Wildlife shares practical information to help understand and live safely with bears FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 23, 2026) — Sightings of black bears have recently been occurring in neighborhoods, backyards, urban areas, and even on dash cams and doorbell cameras in areas of Kentucky not…
Read MoreLane Closures Scheduled on KY 4 (New Circle Road) in Fayette County
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Lane Closures Scheduled on KY 4 (New Circle Road) in Fayette County Bridge deck pothole repairs planned May 12-15 LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 8, 2026) — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of scheduled lane closures on New Circle Road (KY 4) in Fayette County for bridge deck pothole repairs. Work will take…
Read MoreKentucky American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation 2026 Water and Environment Grantees Recipients include four nonprofit organizations across Kentucky
Kentucky American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation 2026 Water and Environment Grantees Recipients include four nonprofit organizations across Kentucky Recipients include four nonprofit organizations across Kentucky LEXINGTON, Ky. – (May 6, 2026) – The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic nonprofit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and…
Read MoreKentucky American Water Celebrates Earth Day with Water-Saving Tips and Drug Take Back Day Event
Kentucky American Water Celebrates Earth Day with Water-Saving Tips and Drug Take Back Day Event LEXINGTON, Ky. – April 21, 2026 – In recognition of Earth Day, Kentucky American Water is highlighting the importance of protecting local water resources through environmental stewardship, strategic infrastructure investment and community engagement — including hosting a National Prescription Drug…
Read MoreStoner Creek Park Project Public Input Session to be hosted April 21
National Park Service will be hosting a public input session on the Stoner Creek Park Project. It will be on Tuesday, April 21 at 6 p.m. This session is to help the community think through the design for the park. It will be hosted at the Bourbon County High School cafeteria. Come and share your…
Read MoreClosure Scheduled on I-75 in Madison County – April 10-11
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet • District 7 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Brooklyn Mcintosh Brooklyn.mcintosh@ky.gov TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Ramp Closure Scheduled on I-75 in Madison County High friction surface treatment planned overnight April 10-11 LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 7, 2026) — The Kentucky…
Read MoreConservation District plans 65th Annual Dinner Meeting
The Bourbon County Conservation District will host its 65th annual dinner meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Church of the Annunciation, Parish Hall, 1010 High Street in Paris. This event will celebrate the farming community and honor individuals who have contributed to the goals of promoting conservation in Bourbon County…
Read MoreApril is National Safe Digging Month
For more information: Contact the LG&E and KU 24/7 media hotline at (502) 627-4999. Press Release April 7, 2026 Digging this spring? LG&E and KU remind customers to call 811 before breaking ground April is National Safe Digging Month (LOUISVILLE, Ky.) – Spring projects are underway across Kentucky and Virginia, but before homeowners…
Read MoreCommunity blood drive is April 14
Kentucky Blood Center helps save local lives, but it’s only possible through the generous donation of blood from its donors. Donor support is needed at an upcoming blood drive in this area. Donations at drives like this one provide lifesaving blood products to more than 70 hospitals in Kentucky. KBC will recognize your support with…
Read MoreLittle League Season begins April 18 at new Millersburg Road Park
Watch the Bourbon County Citizen’s special edition for 2026 Little League baseball season – Games are scheduled to begin April 13, with a county‑wide baseball celebration set for April 18 with a parade and many other activities at the new Millersburg Road Park . Nearly 350 young athletes are involved in the program. The Bourbon…
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