Kentucky Education Newswire

‘You got a dawg’ North Shore grad, Western Kentucky corner Upton Stout drafted by 49ers in third round

HOUSTON – Upton Stout officially became an NFL player Friday night when the San Francisco 49ers drafted him in the third round. The former North Shore state champion cornerback and Western Kentucky standout who excelled at the Senior Bowl all-star game got …

FEMA assistance available in Kentucky after Trump approves state's disaster declaration

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Federal disaster assistance is now available in some Kentucky counties after historic flooding earlier this month. FEMA announced Friday night that President Donald Trump had approved the state's major disaster declaration for …

South Carolina baseball team's game at Kentucky postponed

South Carolina baseball team's game at Kentucky postponed Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 10:04 PM EDT Apr 25, 2025 The University of South Carolina baseball team’s game at Kentucky set for Friday, April 25 has been postponed due to …

Dayton Public Schools again asked to sign Trump's anti-DEI directive, after first refusal

Dayton Public Schools is standing firm on its refusal to sign a Trump administration directive that argues that diversity, equity and inclusion programs violate civil rights laws. "It's another version of trying to continue to roll back …

Trump administration restores some visas for Kentucky international students and graduates

Visas revoked by the Trump administration for international graduate students at the University of Kentucky and recent international graduates from the University of Louisville have been restored.  University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto announced …

Kentucky received more than $100M this year from annual tobacco settlement agreement

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Cigarette manufacturers paid Kentucky more than $100 billion this year. The money comes from this year's Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement payment, which changes each year based on the number of cigarettes sold in the state. …

12 Kentucky firefighters to be honored during National memorial weekend next month

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The 44th National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend is coming up, starting May 3 in Maryland. This year, 12 firefighters from Kentucky will be honored. That includes Zoneton firefighter Sgt. John T. Vickers Jr., who died in …

Goodwill Kentucky hosts annual 'Second Chance Month' event

A group of community activists, stakeholders, and partners gathered at the Goodwill Opportunity Center on Friday to discuss ways to address the challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals. The event highlighted initiatives that reduce barriers …

UPike receives $2.35 million from Delta Dental to launch dental school

The University of Pikeville announced a $2.35 million contribution from Delta Dental of Kentucky on April 23 to support the Tanner College of Dental Medicine, set to become Eastern Kentucky’s first dental school. “This is a transformational gift,” …

JCPS hiring blitz aims to bolster fleet of school bus drivers in Louisville

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Jefferson County Public Schools held a hiring blitz Friday, the latest attempt to bolster the district's roster of bus drivers. The hiring blitz comes amid what's been a tumultuous couple years in JCPS transportation. The …

Lawmakers say delay of Kentucky's Real ID deadline needed as some wait in line for hours

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — As the federal REAL ID enforcement deadline approaches, Kentucky lawmakers are urging a delay, citing long lines and overwhelmed driver’s license facilities across the state. At the Bowman Field Driver Licensing Regional Office in …

School district declines to sign anti-DEI letter from U.S. Department of Education

The certification form called for districts to acknowledge DEI policies are illegal and that having them in schools jeopardizes federal funding. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) has opted not to sign a civil rights compliance form …

NIL Attorney Explains the University of Kentucky's Move to Make the Athletic Department an LLC

Kentucky makes the cut for top-5 recruit Anthony Thompson

The Kentucky Wildcats are among 15 schools in contention for 2026 5-star forward Anthony Thompson. Mark Pope and Cody Fueger visited Thompson this past week, and Thompson announced on his Instagram on Friday that he cut his list from 30+ schools to 15. …

Kentucky showing interest in transfer guard Ryan Forrest

We have a new name to monitor within the transfer portal as the Kentucky Wildcats look to fill the roster spot vacated by Travis Perry. According to 247 Sports’ Dushawn London, North Carolina A&T transfer Ryan Forrest has heard from Kentucky. Arkansas, …

Gov. Beshear celebrates progress on high-ground housing in Eastern Kentucky, announces more than $36M in community ...

HAZARD/JENKINS, Ky. – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear joined local leaders to help raise the walls on one of five new homes being built by the Housing Development Alliance at the Skyview high-ground neighborhood in Hazard. While at Skyview, the Governor …

New law requires Kentucky high school students to take financial literacy course before graduation

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A new requirement for Kentucky high school students was signed into law late last month by Gov. Andy Beshear, starting with ninth graders entering high school in the 2026-27 school year and after to pass a financial literacy course during …

Silent protest at UK after university cancels several graduation celebrations

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Protestors lined the hallways at the University of Kentucky’s Gatton Student Center on Friday urging the university not to comply with orders and threats from the Trump Administration. The Peaceful Bluegrass Resistance …

Kentucky board of trustees approves shifting university's athletics department into limited liability company

On Friday, the University of Kentucky's board of trustees approved a proposal to transform the athletic department into a limited liability company called Champions Blue, LLC. The move represents a radical shift as college programs continue to adjust …

America’s Service Commissions Statement on the Termination of AmeriCorps Grants

Nearly $400 million in AmeriCorps grants were unexpectedly terminated, shuttering more than 1,000 programs and ending the service of 30,000 AmeriCorps members. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- America’s Service …

BDSLCCI Framework strengthens Small & Medium Enterprises with Enhanced Cybersecurity & Compliance: SME Research Insights

Foundational Research and Practical Implementation of the BDSLCCI Cybersecurity Framework to Strengthen Security and Compliance for Small and Medium Enterprises SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Small and Medium …

BLUJOURNAL alcanza las 10,000 visitas y amplía su aplicación de noticias para apoyar a la comunidad latina en EE. UU.

¡BLUJOURNAL supera las 10,000 visitas! 📲 La expansión de su app de noticias empodera a los latinos en EE. UU. 🇺🇸 SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BLUJOURNAL, una plataforma digital de noticias en español de rápido …

AAPI Vibe Fest 2025 Lights Up Downtown Duluth with Music, Dance, and Cultural Celebration

Free outdoor music and culture festival featuring viral artists and AAPI showcases debuts in Duluth on May 10. DULUTH, GA, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Downtown Duluth to Host Inaugural AAPI Vibe Fest 2025 Featuring Viral …

NEW 'ALBA' UNIVERSITY TO OPEN IN 2026 IN MADAGASCAR

Great result for the humanitarian project of creating a new university, called 'Alba', in Madagascar REGGIO EMILIA, REGGIO EMILIA, ITALY, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new 'Alba' university in Madagascar will be …

Villarreal Houston and JC Sports Announce Full Lineup for 'Summer of Soccer' 2025

Elite Camps, MLS GO League, Futsal, and Specialized Training Opportunities Now Open for Registration HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Villarreal Houston, in partnership with JC Sports Houston, is proud to announce …

German Edition of Landmark Book on Blood Health, Now Available for Preorder

Blood Works: An Owner's Guide German Edition Now Available for Preorder Across DACH Healthcare and Public Sectors ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The internationally acclaimed book Blood Works: An Owner’s Guide is …

Twin Brother Drops the 'Tuning to the Soil-ed Seed Vibrations For Our Collective Health' Internet Companion in April

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During this Earth Month 2025, Irucka is debuting the “Tuning to the Soil-ed Seed Vibrations For Our Collective Health” Book Discussion Guide (2 versions) and also the Internet …

Fambase Introduces Private Mode for Group Fitness, Addressing Concerns Over Online Visibility

As more individuals seek low-visibility spaces for online learning, a quiet but deliberate shift is taking place. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fambase, a leading platform for private group-based online …

Tony Robbins & Dean Graziosi Present The Thrive In 2025 Event to Help People Reclaim Purpose & Rewrite Their Future

This powerful 3-day Thrive In 2025 Event is designed to help you rediscover your voice, unlock your potential, and create a life on your terms—starting now. PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tony Robbins and Dean …

A First Look at a New California Bill That Would Impact GHG Emissions Disclosures

A new bill that would impact California greenhouse gas emissions disclosures was introduced last month by Josh Becker, a California State Senator from a district just to the south of San Francisco. Senate Bill 285 would require that offsets counted for …

A Comparative Analysis of the Bible with the Koran: Truth Vs Chaos, Presented by Atticus Publishing

“Exploring Faith and Scripture: A Scholarly Journey” SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents A Comparative Analysis of the Bible with the Koran: Truth Vs Chaos, a profound …

Career Fair - Haven Treatment Center - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Haven Treatment Center invites job seekers to its Career Fair, taking place Monday, April 28, 2025, through Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Attendees will have the …

Raising Orchid Kids Condemns Secretary Kennedy's Harmful Comments on Autistic Kids, Adults and Families

D.C. area coaches dedicated to supporting families of neurodivergent children speak out against RFK's inaccurate, misleading and harmful comments about autism. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Raising …

'The Mysterious Musical Day' – A Journey into Sabbath Delight and Family Traditions, Presented by Atticus Publishing

Sheri Calhoun Debuts with a Heartfelt Exploration of Sabbath Traditions’ SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents "The Mysterious Musical Day" by Sheri Calhoun. This …

Kas Sartori Announces Upcoming Release of LOVE-Poetry Journal to Inspire Women to Explore Their Emotions Through Poetry

RANCHO MISSION VIEJO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kas Sartori Releases LOVE - Poetry Journal to Inspire Women to Explore Their Emotions Through Poetry Author Kas Sartori has officially released her debut LOVE - Poetry …

Right Rudder Marketing Leads the Way at FSANA 2025

RRM CEO Tim Jedrek delivered a standout keynote presentation, offering attendees clear and actionable insights into modern digital marketing for flight schools. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Right Rudder …

2025 April Edition: Reignite Your Financial Future at The IRA Café Webinar Series

The IRA Café is replaying our April webinar series—a chance to revisit key insights and get inspired to take control of your financial future. ASHEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American IRA, a leading provider of self- …

Local Teacher and Author, Sarairis Slusser, Wins Prestigious 2025 International Impact Book Award

RGV teacher honored for debut children’s book celebrating courage, culture, and belonging among youth. EDINBURG, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sarairis Slusser, a dedicated Reading Language Arts teacher at Jose Borrego Middle …

Women’s Expo at Big Rock Creek to Feature Wellness Expert Dr. Kristal Vance, Creative Workshops, and Local Artisans

Celebrate, Create, and Connect at the 2025 Women’s Expo at Big Rock Creek MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Big Rock Creek’s Women’s Expo returns this spring, bringing a full day of creativity, wellness, and …