Kentucky Community Colleges: 74% Graduate Debt-Free
Kentucky's community college system is proving that higher education doesn't have to mean crushing debt. Three out of four graduates enter the workforce without owing a single dollar.
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Kentucky Cancer Center Builds Community for 20M Survivors
Steve Swift hasn't faced cancer alone for 21 years, thanks to a Kentucky community proving that connection is as vital as treatment. Markey Cancer Center's celebration brought hundreds together to tackle the isolation that affects so many patients.
Kentucky Expands EV Charging to Rural Communities
Kentucky is rolling out its fourth round of electric vehicle charging stations, this time focusing on rural areas and smaller cities that haven't been served yet. With nearly $70 million in federal funding, the state has already opened 12 fast-charging sites and is building a network that works for everyone.
Kentucky Expands EV Charging Network to Rural Communities
Kentucky is investing nearly $70 million to bring electric vehicle charging stations to rural towns and smaller cities across the state. The expansion will make long-distance EV travel easier for families in areas previously underserved by charging infrastructure.
Six Kentucky Counties Team Up to Fight Climate Change
Six counties across Kentucky are proving rural and urban communities can unite for climate action, despite political stereotypes. Their regional plan targets major emissions cuts by working together instead of going it alone.
Kentucky Town Hosts Free Recovery Stories Event March 27
A Kentucky nonprofit is breaking down addiction stigma by inviting the entire community to hear real recovery journeys. Three speakers, including the vice president's mother, will share their stories of hope at a free March 27 event.
Kentucky Volunteers Rebuild Flooded Church in Days
After eight inches of floodwater destroyed McKee Baptist Church's basement, disaster relief volunteers arrived to turn devastating loss into hope through hard work and faith. They're giving this small Kentucky community a powerful reminder that nobody rebuilds alone.
Kentucky Town Hosts Free Recovery Story Event March 27
A Kentucky nonprofit is breaking addiction stigma by inviting the entire community to hear powerful recovery stories. The free event features speakers who've turned their lives around, plus resources for anyone seeking help.
Kentucky Church Delivers 20+ Pallets to 3 Food Banks
Volunteers from a Kentucky church distributed over 20 pallets of essential goods to three local food banks, part of a nationwide effort honoring America's 250th anniversary. The donation brought everything from nonperishables to household necessities to families in need across multiple communities.
Kentucky Seeks Volunteers to Protect Kids in Foster Care
Kentucky needs volunteers in 54 counties to review foster care cases and advocate for children removed from unsafe homes. Just one day a month, community members can help ensure vulnerable kids find safe, permanent families faster.
Kentucky Firefighters Rescue Dog Stuck in Storm Drain
A missing dog trapped in a storm drain for days gets a second chance thanks to an alert neighbor and dedicated first responders in London, Kentucky. The rescue shows how community vigilance can save lives, even the four-legged kind.
Kentucky Ham Auction Raises $10 Million for Charity
A 16-pound country ham just sold for $10 million at the Kentucky State Fair, with every dollar going to help communities across the state. Two generous bidders teamed up for the fifth year in a row to turn a breakfast tradition into life-changing support for kids, families, and local programs.
Kentucky Town Raises $47K for Cancer Fighters and Survivors
Over 34 years, a Kentucky community has turned grief into hope, raising funds to help cancer patients with everything from rides to treatment to free wigs. This year's Relay for Life brought together survivors as young as two and honored those who've passed.
Kentucky School Wins Both Basketball Titles After 98 Years
George Rogers Clark High School just made history as the first Kentucky school in nearly a century to win both boys and girls state basketball championships in the same year. Their community is celebrating with a downtown parade and raising $25,000 for championship rings.
Kentucky Event Shares Recovery Stories to Break Stigma
A Kentucky nonprofit is hosting a free community event where people will share their journeys from addiction to recovery, aiming to educate the public and reduce the shame that often keeps people from seeking help. The March 27 gathering will feature personal stories and connect families with local support resources.
Kentucky Rescue Squad Safely Frees Trapped Child at Park
When a child became trapped in playground equipment at a Kentucky park, local rescue crews responded quickly and safely freed them. The rescue team is now sharing important safety tips to help families prevent similar playground accidents.
Remote Australian Community Proposes Indigenous Banking Hub
A First Nations community in Western Australia is asking the country's four biggest banks to pool resources for something that's never been done before: a community-led banking hub serving 2,000 remote residents. The modest proposal could become a blueprint for Indigenous communities across Australia struggling with banking access. #
Kentucky Ag Teacher Wins Top Honor After Student Surprise
Chris Thompson walked into his school auditorium to thunderous applause, only to discover his students had secretly nominated him for Kentucky's Golden Owl Award. The agriculture teacher who returned to his hometown to inspire the next generation of farmers just won top educator honors for Northern Kentucky.
300 Kentucky Volunteers Box Food for 314,000 Hungry Neighbors
Three hundred Kentucky Utilities employees spent their day off packing emergency food boxes for hungry families across 50 counties. The volunteer army assembled supplies for 61 healthcare pantry sites serving more than 314,000 people in central and eastern Kentucky.
Foundation Gives $18M to Kentucky Charities Before Closing
A Bowling Green foundation is distributing over $18 million to five local organizations as it prepares to close after 17 years of serving the community. The massive final gift will fund homeless shelters, youth programs, medical care for kids, and college scholarships.
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