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Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet Archived Press Releases - Archived Headlines
Below you will find a list of press releases that are more than 180 days old. To view a press release, click on the title.
- Deputy Fire Marshal Honored
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Deputy Fire Marshal Richard Peddicord has been named Person of the Year by the Automatic Fire Alarm Association.
- KHRA Concludes Investigation of Churchill Downs
Monday, June 16, 2008
The Kentucky Horse Racing Authority has concluded an investigation of Churchill Downs in connection with the start of the Kentucky Derby.
- Governor Beshear announces $1.5 million in waste grants
Friday, June 06, 2008
Recycling, household hazardous waste programs funded
- Eight Belles suffered multiple fractures
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Necropsy results released.
- Horse Racing Authority to consider health, safety issues
Friday, May 09, 2008
Chairman recommends work group.
- Veteran mining official named Natural Resources commissioner
Friday, May 02, 2008
Carl Campbell to head department.
- Governor Beshear presents $1 million grant to protect Banklick Creek Watershed
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Project to address nonpoint source pollution.
- Gov. Beshear announces Florence crumb rubber grant
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Money goes to Lincoln Woods Park project.
- Governor tours ENERGY STAR home
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Initiates Home Builder's 'Green Build Kentucky' program.
- Environmental Quality Commission presents 2008 Earth Day awards
Friday, April 18, 2008
Ten groups, individuals honored for environmental service, leadership
- Governor Beshear announces Webster grants
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Money goes to playground projects.
- Governor Beshear announces Union grant
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Money goes to playground projects
- Governor Beshear announces Daviess reclamation project
Thursday, April 17, 2008
$1.6 million cleanup will alleviate health, safety and environmental hazards on 181 acres.
- Environmental Protection directors named
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Acting directors named to posts
- Governor announces $1 million in crumb rubber grants
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Proclaims April 16-22 Earth Week in Kentucky.
- Earth Week campaign encourages Kentuckians to take leadership role in environmental protection
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Theme is "Go for the Green"
- EPPC secretary appoints legal counsel
Friday, February 29, 2008
Louisville attorney chosen for post.
- Environmental Quality Commission director named
Friday, February 15, 2008
U of L staff member headed pollution control post
- EPPC secretary names DPP commissioner
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Louisville man has extensive public management experience.
- Charitable gaming defendant pleads guilty
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Sentence includes restitution.
- Using caution in coping with power outage
Friday, February 08, 2008
Fire Marshal's Office offers tips.
- Kentucky Division of Forestry to assist Texas Forest Service with wildland fire emergency
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Two strike teams headed south.
- State issues Lake Cumberland report
Friday, February 01, 2008
Details response to lower lake elevation.
- EPPC Secretary Vance fills charitable gaming positions
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Henderson man named executive director
- EPPC Secretary Vance announces deputy secretary
Friday, January 25, 2008
Hank List returning to position.
- Conference on construction safety slated
Friday, January 11, 2008
More than 30 workshops to be offered.
- EPPC Secretary Vance announces appointments
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
Veteran employees named to key post.
- American Commercial Lines joins Kentucky's environmental leadership program
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Company volunteers to undertake projects to benefit the environment
- Altuglas gains top environmental ranking
Friday, November 16, 2007
Louisville plant reaches master level in KY EXCEL leadership program.
- Water supply project announced in Lawrence, Carter and Elliott counties
Thursday, October 11, 2007
14.4 miles of water lines will serve 52 homes.
- Biancone receives stay of suspension
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Hearing officer grants request as thoroughbred trainer appeals Racing Authority decision.
- Severe wildfire conditions continue
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Teachers have a new tool to educate students about wildfire.
- Governor declares Fire Prevention Week
Friday, October 05, 2007
Kentuckians urged to develop home fire escape plan.
- Patrick Biancone suspended for one year
Friday, October 05, 2007
Stewards find trainer in violation of racing medication rules.
- Governor Fletcher announces refund of mine permit fees
Monday, August 13, 2007
County fiscal courts to receive $511,441.66
- Warren County placed on water shortage warning
Friday, August 10, 2007
Citizens asked to reduce water use
- Sewer overflow settlements reached for cities
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
15 communities, state agree to orders to improve public health, water quality.
- Clark Material Handling in Louisville receives Governor's Safety and Health Award
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
More than 352,000 hours worked without lost-time injury or illness.
- Operations shut down at mine where fatality occurred
Monday, July 23, 2007
Investigation continues into blasting accident in Pike County surface mine.
- EPA agrees Louisville area has met new ozone standard
Friday, July 06, 2007
Designation removes counties from "nonattainment" list.
- State awards $2.3 million in recycling grants
Thursday, June 28, 2007
New funding comes from the Kentucky Pride Fund.
- New minimum wage takes effect June 26
Monday, June 25, 2007
Future increases scheduled in 2008 and 2009.
- Swedish Match North America joins Kentucky's environmental leadership program
Friday, May 18, 2007
Will voluntarily undertake seven projects that benefit Kentucky's environment
- Governor's Safety and Health Award presented to Jacobs Industrial Services
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Over 550,000 hours worked without lost-time injury or illness
- Judge finds Jewell Robbins in contempt of court
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Robbins faces 120 days in jail if she fails to produce documents
- Reclaimed mine site will nurture American chestnut trees
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Part of effort to re-establish tree that once ruled Appalachian forests.
- Pre-race tests of Kentucky Derby horses all negative
Friday, May 04, 2007
Action taken to 'protect and maintain integrity of the industry'
- Blue Grass Army Depot joins Kentucky's environmental leadership program
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
Will voluntarily undertake four projects that benefit Kentucky's environment
- 20 mine rescue teams undergo training in simulation of underground disaster
Monday, April 30, 2007
"As close as it gets to the real thing."
- Governor's Safety and Health Award presented to Modine Manufacturing Co.
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Nearly 339,000 hours worked without lost-time injury or illness.
- Kentucky Heritage Land Conservation Fund Board awards Boone County $292,000
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Funds used to purchase land around Gunpowder Creek
- State awards $1.2 million of crumb rubber grants
Monday, April 16, 2007
Money from the Waste Tire Trust Fund helps 'turn problem into solution'
- Governor's Safety and Health Award presented to Western Kentucky Energy Corp.
Thursday, March 15, 2007
Over 1 million hours worked without lost-time injury or illness at Sebree Station
- Kentucky Ready Mixed Concrete Association, Kentucky OSH program sign safety agreement
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
Partnership is first of its kind in Kentucky
- ISP CHEMICALS joins environmental leadership program
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Master membership is highest membership level.
- Surface miner killed in accident
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Was operating excavator that overturned
- Governor's Task Force on Campus Safety to hold open forums across state
Monday, March 12, 2007
Forums to be held on six campuses to hear concerns of students, staff
- AGC Automotive Americas commended for environmental commitments
Friday, March 09, 2007
Company accepted as a master member of KY EXCEL
- Governor Fletcher announces disbursement of $181,437 in cost-share funds to conservation districts
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
Program funds 'best management practices' in 14 counties
- Wildland arsonist sentenced in Knox County
Friday, March 02, 2007
Man was charged with 10 Class D felony counts of wildland arson
- Spanish language training begins for Kentucky Department of Labor employees
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Goal is to increase workplace safety.
- Model safety and health program wins recertification for Richmond meat distributor
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Uncle Charlie's Meats recertified as 'SHARP' company
- Office of State Fire Marshal announces findings from investigation of fatal Bardstown fire
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Ten died in tragic house fire Feb. 6
- Spring forest fire hazard season begins Feb. 15
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Arson is leading cause of wildland fires
- Toyota Motor Sales, USA joins Kentucky's environmental leadership program
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Company plans four voluntary projects to benefit Kentucky's environment
- Governor Fletcher announces disbursement of $489,141 in grants to conservation districts
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
State Cost Share Program funds 'best management practices'
- Wildland Arson Task Force emphasizes education, enforcement
Friday, February 02, 2007
Final report makes recommendations to Governor Fletcher
- State launches recycling grant program
Monday, January 29, 2007
New funding from the Kentucky Pride Fund.
- Two indicted again for allegedly falsifying applications to environmental cleanup fund
Friday, January 26, 2007
Charged with falsifying ownership of underground petroleum storage tanks
- Two indicted on forgery, perjury charges in alleged scheme to defraud environmental cleanup fund
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Allegedly sought to falsify ownership of underground petroleum storage tank
- Two who participated in charitable gaming scheme sentenced on tax evasion charges
Monday, January 22, 2007
Couple pleaded guilty rather than go to trial.
- Experienced environmental manager appointed commissioner of Department for Environmental Protection
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Cheryl Taylor has designed, overseen environmental programs
- Governor Fletcher announces disbursement of $597,812 in grants to conservation districts
Friday, January 12, 2007
State Cost Share Program funds 87 best management practices
- Mine accident occurs in Perry County
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Injured miner evacuated to hospital
- Cutting corners for winter heat could cost your life
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
State agencies offer safety tips for heating your home.
- State issues integrated water quality report covering all major river basins of Kentucky
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
Increased monitoring reflected in more waters on impaired list
- State cites Johnson County man for sewage dumping
Friday, December 22, 2006
Waste poured into drain near Paintsville
- State moves to take temporary control of treatment plants
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Franklin Circuit Court to appoint special master commissioner
- Governor Fletcher appoints Chris Lilly executive director of the Office of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Brings to the post 'a wealth of regulatory experience'
- Governor Fletcher appoints Timothy LeDonne commissioner of Department of Public Protection
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Will lead 'diverse and challenging' department in EPPC
- Governor Fletcher announces refund of mine permit fees
Monday, December 18, 2006
$587,000 to be sent to county fiscal courts
- Kentucky Horse Racing Authority approves fund agreement
Monday, December 18, 2006
Thoroughbred Development Fund to be balanced
- Five 'natural areas' designated at Pennyrile State Forest
Monday, December 18, 2006
Partnership with State Nature Preserves Commission announced
- Glasgow man receives Volunteer Steward Award for monitoring Brigadoon State Nature Preserve
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Award presented annually by Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission
- Dr. William H. Martin receives biological diversity protection award
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Presented annually by Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission
- Governor's Safety and Health Award presented to Kenergy Corp.
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Over 500,000 hours worked without lost-time injury or illness
- Conference on Construction Safety scheduled Jan. 9-10
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
First in Kentucky dedicated to safety issues of construction industry
- Mine Equipment Review Panel issues report, recommendations
Friday, December 08, 2006
Governor's mine safety initiative mandated ongoing review
- Sewage company, operator fined $10,000 for violating federal Clean Water Act
Thursday, December 07, 2006
Admitted filing false statement about wastewater sampling.
- State mine safety agency receives federal response
Friday, December 01, 2006
Questions were posed to federal inspector
- Methane explosion ruled cause of Darby mine accident
Friday, December 01, 2006
Five killed when acetylene torch ignited gas
- Woman who twice violated charitable gaming laws sentenced to five years in prison
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Receives enhanced sentence as persistent felony offender
- Forest ranger assaulted responding to wildfire
Monday, November 27, 2006
Cumberland County man arrested
- EPPC, federal authorities file suit against Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Suit alleges violations of Clean Water Act
- Guard your household against a poisonous intruder
Monday, November 20, 2006
Carbon monoxide kills 200 to 300 people across United States each year.
- Landfill owner indicted in Laurel County
Friday, November 17, 2006
Charged with burying illegal materials, falsifying records
- Firewise grants awarded in Rowan, Morgan, Elliott counties
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Funding will be used to reduce fire hazards in communities
- Two in Bowling Green indicted on illegal gambling charges
Monday, November 13, 2006
Commander of VFW Post 1298 allegedly stole money, set fire to post.
- Kentucky American Water accepted as member of environmental leadership program
Monday, November 06, 2006
Company is first utility in state to be accepted into program
- Ozone monitoring shows improved air quality
Monday, November 06, 2006
Documented in eight months of monitoring
- 30th Annual Governor's Conference focuses on environmental leadership
Monday, November 06, 2006
Leadership Awards Dinner recognizes KY EXCEL members
- Miner killed in accident in Pike County mine
Saturday, November 04, 2006
McCoy Elkhorn No. 23 mine closed for investigation
- Volunteer fire departments at Greensburg, Poplar Springs awarded Firewise Community Grants
Friday, November 03, 2006
Will fund projects to reduce wildland fire risks
- Governor Fletcher appoints deputy secretary of Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet
Thursday, October 26, 2006
Lloyd Cress heads Department for Environmental Protection
- Office of Financial Institutions files contempt motion against Jewell Robbins
Wednesday, October 25, 2006
Violated injunction against selling of unregistered securities
- Removal of vehicle testing upheld by court
Wednesday, October 25, 2006
EPA decision for northern Kentucky affirmed
- Emphasis on safety brings two awards for packaging maker Buckhorn Inc.
Friday, October 20, 2006
No lost-time injury for more than 420 days
- Former inspector indicted on theft, official misconduct charges
Thursday, October 19, 2006
EPPC had begun termination process.
- Insect that threatens hemlock trees subject of public meeting
Friday, October 13, 2006
Assistance needed in detecting invasive Hemlock woolly adelgid
- Toyota Motor Manufacturing accepted for state's environmental leadership program
Thursday, October 12, 2006
Will undertake voluntary projects that benefit the environment
- Governor Fletcher proclaims Oct. 8-14 as Fire Prevention Week
Monday, October 09, 2006
Prevent cooking fires: watch what you heat
- Miner killed underground in Knox County
Friday, October 06, 2006
Struck by piece of falling rock
- Report outlines mercury challenges
Friday, September 29, 2006
State agencies collaborate on effort
- Fall forest fire hazard season begins Oct. 1
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Reduce wildland fire risk by making your property Firewise
- Kentucky equine industry thriving
Monday, September 25, 2006
Racing Authority biennial report contains good news
- Cabinet appeals federal wine case decision
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Judge had ruled law unconstitutional
- Webasto Roof Systems Inc. joins state's environmental leadership program
Monday, September 18, 2006
Commits to reducing wastes, emissions, water and energy use
- Forest ranger for Adair, Russell counties wins award for efforts to prevent wildfires
Friday, September 15, 2006
Has made his territory 'a safer place to live'
- Department for Natural Resources to hold public 'open house' in Hazard
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Outreach effort aims to give citizens 'news they can use'
- Governor Fletcher orders emergency bulletin on self rescuer units
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
Units exposed to high temperatures subject to failure
- Slot machines seized at community club
Thursday, August 31, 2006
Office of Charitable Gaming finds 'illegal gambling devices' during inspection
- Governor Fletcher proclaims September as Campus Fire Safety Month
Thursday, August 31, 2006
State fire marshal's educational program available to all campuses
- Former seasonal state employee ordered to jail, told to pay restitution for credit card fraud, theft
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Admitted buying fuel for personal use with state credit cards
- Kentucky workers' comp official elected vice president of southern association
Monday, August 28, 2006
Gives Kentucky 'leadership role' on workers' comp
- Acquisition of new Kentucky state forest is celebrated
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Knobs State Forest is in Bullitt County
- Ambrake plant in Elizabethtown joins state's environmental leadership program
Friday, August 18, 2006
Manufactures automotive brake components
- State Fairgoers get to vote for next 'Nature's Finest' license plate
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Will use state-of-the-art voting machine, part of EPPC display
- U.S. Chemical Safety Board commends Kentucky Office of Housing, Buildings and Construction
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Says agency 'went above and beyond' recommendations to protect workers
- Pipeline company to pay $1.52 million to state
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
Costs and penalties for 2005 oil spill
- Breeders' Incentive Fund reports large number of registrations
Friday, August 11, 2006
KHRA reports to legislative committee on status of new program
- Review of self rescuer units ordered by Governor Fletcher completed
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
134 damaged units removed from service
- PSC backs calls for energy conservation
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Electric utilities in Kentucky able to meet demand
- Conservation districts salute 'outstanding cooperators'
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
Their farms showcase sound, innovative, cost-effective conservation
- Mine Equipment Review Panel appointed
Friday, July 28, 2006
Has mandate to find 'best available' mine safety technology
- Kentucky Breeders' Incentive Fund registration deadline is Aug. 1
Thursday, July 27, 2006
Online registration available
- Executive director of Kentucky Horse Racing Authority resigns
Thursday, July 27, 2006
Jim Gallagher to step down Oct. 1
- Legislator instrumental in protecting farmland named Conservation Person of the Year
Monday, July 24, 2006
Rep. Adrian Arnold saluted by conservation districts
- Natural Resources Commissioner Susan Bush receives Distinguished Service Award
Friday, July 21, 2006
Presented by Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts
- Miner killed at surface mine in Pike County
Friday, July 21, 2006
Victim struck by road grader
- Boyle educator is conservation districts' Elementary Teacher of the Year
Friday, July 21, 2006
Pupils monitor stream, recycle, collaborate with other students
- Kentucky firefighters assist in Minnesota
Thursday, July 20, 2006
Division of Forestry provides 25 firefighters and one information officer
- Hart landowner wins Outstanding Forest Steward Award
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Has been strong advocate of proper forest management
- Outstanding Forest Steward Award winners chosen
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Three sisters in Hopkins County recognized
- Boone landowner receives Outstanding Forest Steward Award
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Passion for environmental education, conservation
- Miner killed at Knott County surface mine
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Highwall collapses on drill operator.
- Self rescuer units removed from service
Friday, July 07, 2006
Safety checks ordered by Governor Fletcher reveal damaged units.
- Kentucky to receive more than $300,000 in Wachovia settlement
Thursday, July 06, 2006
Multi-state enforcement actions settled.
- Housing manufacturer receives Governor's Safety and Health Award
Monday, July 03, 2006
No lost-time accident since plant opened.
- Barge company cited for Ohio River spill
Thursday, June 29, 2006
Asphalt, diesel fuel and heating oil released
- State closes mine in Perry County
Wednesday, June 28, 2006
Ventilation seals improperly constructed
- Memorial Coliseum expansion features construction safety partnership
Monday, June 26, 2006
Messer Construction Co. is partner with Kentucky OSH
- State fire marshal urges Kentuckians to leave fireworks to the professionals
Monday, June 26, 2006
Annually account for dozens of burns, other injuries
- Executive director appointed for Kentucky Office of Insurance
Friday, June 23, 2006
Julie Mix McPeak once was agency's general counsel
- Kentucky firefighters assist with Texas wildfires
Friday, June 23, 2006
Four firefighters, two vehicles leaving tomorrow
- Nicholasville woman barred from selling investment securities
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Office of Financial Institutions obtains permanent injunction
- Kentucky Heritage Land Conservation Fund Board solicits new designs for 'Nature's Finest' plates
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Current plates feature cardinal, bobcat, butterfly
- State closes mine in Letcher County
Tuesday, June 20, 2006
Ventilation seals improperly constructed
- Labor-Management Conference to remain at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
Friday, June 16, 2006
Board votes unanimously to reverse decision.
- Dow Corning Carrollton plant receives Governor's Safety and Health Award
Friday, June 16, 2006
No lost-time injury or illness since December 2003
- Gap Inc. receives Governor's Safety and Health Award
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
No lost-time injury or illness at northern Kentucky center since September 2000
- Kentucky Office of Occupational Safety and Health issues tips for summer safety
Tuesday, June 06, 2006
Summer calls for fun in the sun but also caution
- Rodney Raby appointed state fire marshal
Tuesday, June 06, 2006
Brings more than 35 years experience to position
- State investigators continue mapping mine
Friday, May 26, 2006
Concentrate on area of fatal explosion
- State investigators map mine accident scene
Thursday, May 25, 2006
Ventilation work considered adequate
- Five killed, one rescued in Harlan County mine accident
Saturday, May 20, 2006
Governor Fletcher: 'Tragic loss felt by everyone'
- Former seasonal state employee indicted in Bell County on credit card fraud, theft charges
Thursday, May 18, 2006
Allegedly bought fuel for personal use with state credit cards
- Firefighter Safety Awareness Day is May 17
Monday, May 15, 2006
Southern wildfire fatalities lead firefighters to 'Pause for Safety'
- Federal indictments returned on Clean Water Act violations
Friday, May 12, 2006
Edgewood treatment plant sampling records alleged to be false.
- American Synthetic Rubber Co. joins Kentucky's environmental leadership program
Tuesday, May 09, 2006
Voluntarily commits to reduce emissions, increase recycling
- Temple-Inland paperboard mill in Maysville is accepted for state's environmental leadership program
Monday, May 08, 2006
Commits to reducing waste, emissions, chemical use
- Louisville Forge & Gear accepted for state's environmental leadership program
Friday, May 05, 2006
Commits to saving energy, waste, while increasing recycling
- 22nd Annual Governor's Safety and Health Conference and Exposition Set for May 9-12
Friday, May 05, 2006
Theme is 'Highways to Safety'
- Division of Forestry firefighters assist with Virginia fire
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
650-acre fire burns in Jefferson National Forest
- Model safety and health program wins special certification for Cynthiana company
Tuesday, May 02, 2006
E.D. Bullard Co. makes hardhats, other protective equipment.
- State cites violations at mine in which miner died
Tuesday, May 02, 2006
Failure to make examinations, follow roof control plan.
- Governor Fletcher declares May 1 Miner Recognition Day
Monday, May 01, 2006
Coal mining acknowledged as one of the most dangerous occupations.
- American chestnut tree planted on Capitol grounds
Friday, April 28, 2006
Planting part of effort to re-establish trees in Kentucky
- Draft permits for nine swine-feeding operations in western Kentucky available for public comment
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Comment period is open until May 22
- Humana acquisition of CHA approved
Monday, April 24, 2006
Humana to pay $55 million for control of Lexington insurer
- Earth Day ceremony recognizes environmental achievements
Friday, April 21, 2006
Ten groups and individuals receive awards.
- Accident claims life of Harlan County miner
Friday, April 21, 2006
Fatality occurred near conveyer equipment.
- Miner killed in Pike County accident
Friday, April 21, 2006
Fatally injured by falling material.
- Campbell County schools showcase efforts for cleaner-burning school buses
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Ceremony is part of Kentucky's Earth Week observance.
- Fletcher administration, local government to offer mercury collection in Fayette County
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
Earth Day event will be free to Fayette residents.
- Governor Fletcher kicks off celebration of Earth Week in Kentucky
Monday, April 17, 2006
Notes connection between healthy environment, vibrant economy
- Scientist, naturalist 'Jo' Hargis appointed executive director of the Environmental Quality Commission
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Murray State grad committed to 'conserving a healthy environment'
- Earth Week campaign encourages Kentuckians to take personal interest in their environment
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Theme is 'What Can You Do?'
- Young artists illustrate beauty of Kentucky
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Commonwealth Cleanup Week poster contest
- Hemlock woolly adelgid suspected in Harlan County
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Specimen sent to Smithsonian Institution for verification
- Celebrate Kentucky's 110th Arbor Day April 7
Thursday, April 06, 2006
Four cities receive Tree City USA Award
- Former seasonal state employee charged with credit card theft, fraud
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Allegedly bought personal motor fuel with state card
- State has guidelines for disposing of storm debris
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
Recycling recommended, burning discouraged
- Federal Court upholds EPA approval of Kentucky's water pollution regulation
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
High quality waters focus of legal challenge.
- Mine safety bill clears House committee
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Third inspection, product panel review added to bill
- Bill for drug, alcohol testing of coal miners wins unanimous approval of Senate committee
Friday, March 17, 2006
HB 572 would require tests before certification and after accidents
- Legislative subcommittee reviews regulation setting penalties for thoroughbred horse racing
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Violations of new drug rule to be covered
- Governor Fletcher urges movement on jockeys bill
Monday, March 13, 2006
Phone call from hospital to negotiators
- Senate passes bill for greater enforcement of mine safety laws
Friday, March 10, 2006
Governor hails 'bipartisan effort,' legislators say work will continue
- Bill to improve mine safety, bolster enforcement wins Senate committee approval
Thursday, March 09, 2006
Provisions of SB 200 include higher penalties
- Report recommends improvements in retreat mining
Wednesday, March 08, 2006
Series of fatalities prompted review of practice
- Spring forest fire season off to ominous start
Friday, March 03, 2006
Eastern Kentucky fires burn woodlands, property
- Environmental emergency declared in mineral oil spill at onetime coal mine
Monday, February 27, 2006
Oil with PCBs released into soil, water at Letcher County site
- Public forum in Clay County examines wildland arson
Friday, February 24, 2006
Second forum scheduled Monday, Feb. 27, in Pikeville
- Press briefing scheduled on mine fatality
Thursday, February 16, 2006
Press briefing to take place in Hazard
- Roof fall claims the life of a Perry County miner
Thursday, February 16, 2006
Third Kentucky mining fatality in 2006
- Spring forest fire hazard season begins Feb. 15
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Arson is leading cause of wildland fires
- Proper anchoring saves many manufactured homes in violent storms, inspectors find
Monday, February 13, 2006
Housing improperly secured is often destroyed or more heavily damaged
- Roundtable to center on watershed protection
Monday, February 13, 2006
Focus on managing water resources efficiently, effectively
- Division of Forestry needs public's help
Monday, February 13, 2006
Watching for signs of insect deadly to hemlocks
- Executive director of mine safety agency resigns
Thursday, January 26, 2006
'Has truly been an asset to this administration'
- State closes Pike County mine for unsafe roof
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
Violations found during routine roof inspection
- Senate unanimously passes recycling bill
Thursday, January 19, 2006
SB 50 would create grants to develop recycling infrastructure
- Kentucky firefighters continue to assist with Texas wildfires
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
Division of Forestry provides another strike team of firefighters
- Miner killed in roof fall in Pike County
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Was operating roof bolting machine
- Division of Forestry employee helping on Oklahoma wildfires
Monday, January 09, 2006
Serving as wildland fire information officer
- Cooksey Landfill fire extinguished
Thursday, January 05, 2006
Work continues on stabilization, monitoring of site
- Report assesses potential benefits of state regulation of fill materials in waterways, wetlands
Thursday, January 05, 2006
Army Corps of Engineers currently administers Clean Water Act program
- Landfill fire declared environmental emergency
Thursday, January 05, 2006
Conditions improved at Boyd County site
- Kentucky firefighters assist with Texas wildfires
Tuesday, January 03, 2006
Division of Forestry provides strike team of fireighters, pumper trucks
- Two charged in Bell County wildland arson case
Thursday, December 29, 2005
Allegedly hindered, threatened forestry firefighters
- State official approves sanitation district's plan
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
Western Region Wastewater Treatment Plant permitted
- Investigation at Stillhouse Mining concluded
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Uncovers violations of mine safety laws in accident that killed two
- Department of Labor, contractors join partnership for construction safety training
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Aimed at high school, postsecondary construction teachers
- Governor Fletcher calls for substance and alcohol testing for miners
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Task force recommends action to address growing problem in mines.
- Governor Fletcher appoints mine safety expert to head mines investigation division
Thursday, November 17, 2005
Brings 39 years of mine experience to the job.
- Company cited for substandard discharge in Perry County
Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Gray water high in suspended solids pumped into Ten Mile Creek
- Kentucky Horse Racing Authority amends drug rules
Monday, November 14, 2005
Responds to comments from industry.
- Breeders' incentive program detailed
Wednesday, November 09, 2005
Racing Authority subcommittee recommends state, national components.
- 29th environmental conference to focus on healthy state
Wednesday, November 02, 2005
Governor Ernie Fletcher to bring luncheon address.
- Governor Ernie Fletcher announces Kentucky Environmental Leadership Program
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
Encourages voluntary projects that benefit environment
- Citations issued in blasting accident at Hazard
Friday, October 21, 2005
Three injured when rocks crash through roof of Wal-Mart.
- Kentucky's largest, best cypress swamp added to state nature preserves system
Thursday, October 13, 2005
Partnership with Murray State University will protect ecological treasure.
- Kentucky forestry agency receives another national award
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
Recognizes program that gives rural fire departments access to equipment
- Settlement outlines long-term plan to combat sewer overflows
Friday, October 07, 2005
Joint federal, state and local agreement announced
- Guide for protecting communities from wildfire available
Friday, October 07, 2005
Coincides with National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 9-15
- Harlan Cumberland Coal cited for fouling Cloverfork River
Tuesday, October 04, 2005
Sediment pond water discharged into river at Highsplint in Harlan County
- EPPC approves research, development and demonstration permit for Blue Grass Army Depot
Friday, September 30, 2005
For construction, testing, operation of demilitarization facility in Richmond
- Chemical munitions storage permit approved for Blue Grass Army Depot
Friday, September 30, 2005
Modifies earlier permit to include munitions containing nerve and blister agents
- $34,348 disbursed for 'precision agriculture' in Jackson Purchase
Friday, September 30, 2005
Targeted chemicals should reduce risk of water pollution.
- Hancock County power plant wins Governor's Safety and Health Award
Wednesday, September 28, 2005
No lost-time injury or illness since April 2001
- EPA approves termination of vehicle emissions testing program in northern Kentucky
Wednesday, September 28, 2005
Testing to end within 45 days in Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties
- Fall forest fire hazard season begins Oct. 1
Monday, September 26, 2005
Drought conditions, 'heavy accumulation of fuel' are reasons for concern
- EPA agrees Christian County now meets new ozone standard
Thursday, September 22, 2005
Proposes to remove county from 'nonattainment' list
- Governor Fletcher presents thermal imaging cameras to fire departments
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
State-of-the-art equipment was purchased with Homeland Security grant
- Two companies cited for polluting Cloverfork River
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Spill deposits muddy water in river at Highsplint in Harlan County
- 'Cruising Cleaner Car Show 2005' is feature of Bluegrass Energy Expo
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Includes hybrids, vehicles powered by vegetable oil, solar
- State honored for mine reclamation project
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Floyd County abandoned mine land effort cited by federal agency
- First Kentucky community recognized as firewise
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Knifley, Pellyton and Roley in Adair County earn national recognition.
- Williamstown plant receives highest certification for employee safety, health program
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Performance Pipe creed: work safely or not at all.
- Two companies cited for violations in accident that killed bridge worker
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Most alleged violations involved scaffolding.
- Veteran banking executive to head Office of Financial Institutions
Friday, September 16, 2005
Joined Governor Fletcher's administration after 31-year business career.
- Abandoned Mine Land money goes to Harlan water project
Thursday, September 15, 2005
Mining affected ground water between Evarts and Highsplint.
- Environmental Permitting Work Group to meet
Thursday, September 15, 2005
Panel is reviewing regulations for 404 Clean Water Act program.
- Seven sites on Lake Cumberland designated 'natural areas'
Monday, September 12, 2005
Land owned by Corps of Engineers is home to 10 rare plant species.
- Governor Fletcher is featured speaker at 28th Kentucky Labor Management Conference
Friday, September 09, 2005
Conference will be held at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park.
- Judge upholds joint and several liability in AIK Comp case
Thursday, September 08, 2005
Rules members responsible for liabilities of self-insured workers' comp group.
- Judge refuses to block emergency regulations on equine drugs
Friday, September 02, 2005
But grants limited temporary injunction for veterinarians
- EPPC increases oversight of three waste sites in Boyd County
Friday, September 02, 2005
Landfill operator, Cooksey Brothers Disposal, filed for bankruptcy
- 17 from Division of Forestry join Louisiana relief
Tuesday, August 30, 2005
Volunteers answer call for help in Hurricane Katrina aftermath
- Conservation program pays landowners nearly $91,000
Friday, August 26, 2005
To protect Green River in Adair, Barren, Green and Metcalfe counties.
- Hopkins County Conservation District receives funding for technical service provider
Friday, August 26, 2005
Technicians exist to ensure high-quality service for conservation work.
- Landowners get $132,951 for wildlife habitat
Friday, August 26, 2005
Division of Conservation disburses funds.
- Cardboard manufacturer Multicorr wins Governor's Safety and Health Award
Thursday, August 25, 2005
No lost-time injury or illness since July 2003
- Letcher company fined for insurance fraud
Wednesday, August 24, 2005
Supplier of temporary mine workers underreported payroll for workers' comp
- Division of Forestry firefighters go West
Wednesday, August 24, 2005
They will be assisting with large fires in Idaho.
- Former insurance agent sentenced to 10 years in prison
Tuesday, August 23, 2005
Accepted over $13,000 from consumers without properly purchasing insurance coverage.
- Communities receive Firewise grants
Tuesday, August 23, 2005
Grants will be used for reducing wild land fire risks.
- Hearing set on Hopkins landfill renewal permit
Tuesday, August 23, 2005
Hearing will acccept comments on permit renewal.
- State Fair includes "House that EPPC Built"
Friday, August 19, 2005
It's safe, energy efficient, conservation minded.
- Environmental Permitting Work Group to meet
Friday, August 19, 2005
Panel is reviewing regulations for 404 Clean Water Act program.
- Standard Board approves regulation for protection of construction workers
Friday, August 19, 2005
Emphasizes ways to prevent injuries due to falls.
- Company cited for substandard discharge in Pike County
Thursday, August 18, 2005
Spill deposits muddy water high in suspended solids into Long Fork.
- Governor Fletcher, UK President Todd sign reforestation initiative
Wednesday, August 17, 2005
Campaign to promote planting of hardwood trees on mine lands
- Governor Fletcher meets with families of miners killed in roof fall
Wednesday, August 17, 2005
Fletcher also thanks rescue workers for their efforts.
- Governor Ernie Fletcher to discuss retreat mining study, thank mine rescue workers
Tuesday, August 16, 2005
Will discuss need for study of retreat mining.
- Governor Fletcher, UK President Todd to sign reforestation initiative
Monday, August 15, 2005
Promotes planting of more trees on active and abandoned coal mine lands.
- Kentucky Horse Racing Authority approves equine drug regulations
Monday, August 15, 2005
Authority requests Governor Fletcher sign emergency regulations.
- Governor announces funding for cleanup at 1,244 dump sites
Monday, August 15, 2005
Second round of Kentucky PRIDE Fund
- Pipeline Safety Advisory Committee to meet
Friday, August 12, 2005
Panel to hear from federal pipeline officials.
- Award as outstanding forest steward goes to Henry County landowner
Friday, August 12, 2005
Dr. Bruce Heilman has long record of accomplishments.
- Groundwater contamination agreement reached for Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant building
Tuesday, August 09, 2005
Department of Energy to remove degreasing solvent.
- Hearing officer recommends remand of air permit for Thoroughbred Generating Plant
Tuesday, August 09, 2005
Cabinet secretary to review recommendation after exemptions are filed.
- Cabinet secretary orders study of mining method
Monday, August 08, 2005
Roof falls have killed 4 miners in 13 months
- Team recovers mine foreman's body
Monday, August 08, 2005
Second victim of room fall deep inside Harlan County mine
- Coal company cited for polluting branch in Floyd County
Tuesday, August 02, 2005
Stream running red with iron sediment.
- Kentucky Central Life Insurance liquidator reaches agreement with Webbs
Friday, July 29, 2005
Donald, Julie Webb to pay $2.8 million to settle outstanding claims.
- International Paper receives highest certification for employee safety, health program
Friday, July 29, 2005
Company joins eight others in Voluntary Protection Partnership.
- Horse industry groups to fund economic study
Thursday, July 28, 2005
Results to assist in developing breeding incentive program.
- WKU researcher named to Environmental Quality Commission
Thursday, July 28, 2005
Dr. Andrew N.S. Ernest appointed by Governor Ernie Fletcher.
- Company cited for black water spill in Harlan County
Wednesday, July 27, 2005
The Division of Mine Reclamation and Enforcement continues to crackdown on spills.
- Open-burning regulation is amended
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
Intended to help local governments dispose of storm debris.
- Company cited for black water spill in Pike County
Monday, July 25, 2005
Precipitated by flooding from an adjacent old mine
- Cabinet moves to dismiss employee charged with thefts
Friday, July 22, 2005
Plumbing inspector issued "fake" permits in 3 counties.
- Violations issued in black water spills
Friday, July 22, 2005
Heavy rainfall was contributing factor in spills.
- Record penalties for workers' comp insurance
Thursday, July 21, 2005
Aggressive enforcement leads to $737,775 in penalty collection.
- Winchester veterinarian named to state post
Friday, July 15, 2005
Dr. Gary Wilson appointed as vet for Kentucky Horse Racing Authority.
- Emergency declared at site of gasoline leak in Lexington
Monday, July 11, 2005
17,000 gallons released underground
- $11.7 million awarded for soil, water conservation
Friday, July 08, 2005
Projects include better animal waste disposal, topsoil loss prevention.
- PSC asks utilities to review water shortage plans
Thursday, July 07, 2005
Utilities without plans are to submit them
- Have a safe, fire-free holiday
Friday, July 01, 2005
Be careful with fireworks, campfires
- Williamsburg unveils new community facility
Thursday, June 30, 2005
Gym floor funded with crumb rubber grant
- EPA money available for diesel school bus retrofits
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Objective is to reduce harmful emissions
- EPPC approves BGAD work plan for chemical munitions storage
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Will allow for rewarehousing and re-palletizing of munitions.
- Practice fireworks safety to prevent injuries July Fourth
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Proper use and supervision of fireworks are keys to a safe celebration.
- Model safety and health program wins special certification for Richmond meat distributor
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Uncle Charlie's Meats is fourth Kentucky company to attain SHARP status.
- State, Tyson Chicken settle labor case
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Largest OSH penalty in Kentucky history.
- Kentucky forestry agency receives two national awards
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Awards received for outstanding wild land fire prevention, protection programs
- Pipeline Safety Advisory Committee to meet
Thursday, June 16, 2005
Panel to hold organizational meeting
- Investigators recover most payments missing in internal audit
Wednesday, June 15, 2005
Payments were for plumbing permits.
- 20th year of Kentucky OSH program is celebrated
Friday, June 10, 2005
State's plan was first to win federal approval.
- Complaint filed against pipeline company for oil spill that fouled Kentucky and Ohio rivers
Wednesday, June 08, 2005
Pipeline rupture caused release of 262,542 gallons of crude.
- Maker's Mark, through safety record, attains 'sharp' status
Wednesday, June 08, 2005
Third Kentucky company to attain certification
- State wins EPA grant for wetlands and stream task force
Monday, June 06, 2005
Kentucky may take over certain Clean Water Act permitting.
- Work group named to study environmental permitting
Monday, May 16, 2005
Panel will review regulation for 404 Clean Water Act program.
- Gov. Ernie Fletcher appoints Chris Lilly commissioner of Dept. of Public Protection
Monday, May 16, 2005
Legislative staff veteran had been acting commissioner.
- Work group to be named to study environmental permitting
Thursday, May 12, 2005
Panel will review regulation for 404 Clean Water Act program.
- Appointments to Blue Ribbon Panel on Workers' Compensation for jockeys to be released
Thursday, May 12, 2005
Media availability at Churchill Downs today.
- Internal cabinet audit uncovers missing checks
Thursday, May 05, 2005
Payments were for plumbing permits.
- Governor Ernie Fletcher announces settlement on sewage overflows in Louisville
Monday, April 25, 2005
Northup, Abramson laud joint federal, state and local agreement.
- Gov. Fletcher releases report on Black Water spills
Monday, April 25, 2005
Contains practices to be implemented by coal industry.
- Secretary Wilcher to mark purchase of renewable energy by Bardstown community organization
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
Sisters of Charity of Nazareth will purchase EnviroWatts.
- State officials "dumpster dive" for recycling lessons (Bowling Green)
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
Reduce, reuse, recycle are themes for solid waste instructions.
- Signode facility in Florence shows importance of recycling
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
Secretary Wilcher tours plant as part of Earth Week.
- Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet uses Toyota Prius to save gasoline, tax dollars
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
Hybrids replace larger sedans once commonly used
- "Earth Day at Audubon" teaches many about protecting the environment
Tuesday, April 19, 2005
Secretary LaJuana S. Wilcher speaks about importance of recycling.
- State officials "dumpster dive" for recycling lessons (Somerset)
Tuesday, April 19, 2005
Reduce, reuse, recycle are themes for solid waste instructions.
- Earth Day ceremony to celebrate sustainable community initiatives
Tuesday, April 19, 2005
EQC joins with Kentucky League of Cities, KACo in celebration.
- State officials "dumpster dive" for recycling lessons
Tuesday, April 19, 2005
Reduce, reuse, recycle are themes for solid waste instructions
- Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission hosts field trip through Cove Spring Park
Monday, April 18, 2005
An Earth Day event
- Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission hosts field trip through Brigadoon Preserve
Monday, April 18, 2005
An Earth Week activity
- Secretary Wilcher to highlight importance of recycling during tour of Signode Recycling facility in Florence
Monday, April 18, 2005
Visit to facility promotes recycling.
- Kentucky and Tennessee announce pilot project for environmental cooperation
Monday, April 18, 2005
Interstate agreement designed to protect and improve water quality within shared watersheds.
- Governor Ernie Fletcher to discuss Environmental Initiatives as kickoff to Earth Week in Kentucky
Friday, April 15, 2005
Discussion of environmental initiatives.
- Kentucky Boxing and Wrestling Authority to meet April 18
Friday, April 15, 2005
Meeting will discuss revised statute additions, as well as several reports.
- Secretary Wilcher to participate in dumpster dive at Breathitt County Elementary School
Friday, April 15, 2005
The recycling lesson is part of the EPPC's week-long celebration of Earth Day.
- Secretary Wilcher to participate in dumpster dive at Somerset High School
Friday, April 15, 2005
The recycling lesson is part of the EPPC's week-long celebration of Earth Day.
- Secretary Wilcher to participate in dumpster dive at Bowling Green High School
Friday, April 15, 2005
The recycling lesson is part of the EPPC's week-long celebration of Earth Day.
- Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet to participate in Earth Day 2005 at the Louisville Zoo
Friday, April 15, 2005
Emphasis this year is personal responsibility and recycling.
- Secretary Wilcher to raise Earth Day flag, part of Earth Week kickoff
Friday, April 15, 2005
Earth Day opening ceremony at Capital Plaza Tower.
- Celebrate Earth Day at Audubon
Friday, April 15, 2005
Secretary LaJuana S. Wilcher to speak at event.
- Company withdraws application for permit to store, process sewage sludge
Thursday, April 07, 2005
BioReclamation application was still under review
- Governor Ernie Fletcher kicks off Commonwealth Cleanup Week
Tuesday, March 22, 2005
Weeklong event promotes responsible solid waste practices.
- Kentucky steps up mercury monitoring
Wednesday, March 16, 2005
The review of the new EPA rule is under way.
- Governor Ernie Fletcher appoints deputy secretary of Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet
Friday, March 04, 2005
Governor also appoints law enforcement veteran to head ABC office
- Senate passes environmental permitting bill
Wednesday, February 23, 2005
Bill now on way to House would be first step toward streamlining.
- Kentucky Horse Racing Authority approves rule limiting race day equine medications
Wednesday, February 23, 2005
Answers Governor Fletcher's call to act to protect sport's integrity.
- Senate Committee approves environmental permitting bill
Friday, February 18, 2005
Measure headed to the full Senate.
- Kentucky Boxing and Wrestling Authority to hold first meeting
Thursday, February 17, 2005
- State adds projects to historic landfill list
Monday, February 07, 2005
Old landfills will be designated for assessment, design and remediation.
- Oil pipeline owner given notice of violation
Wednesday, February 02, 2005
Laws on water degradation, notification requirement cited
- Horse Racing Authority recommends workers' compensation legislation to Governor Fletcher
Wednesday, February 02, 2005
Jockeys, apprentice jockeys and exercise riders would be covered
- Kentucky illegal dump initiative part of network news story
Thursday, January 27, 2005
ABC News 20/20 program to show surveillance camera video
- Horse owner fined $25,000 by the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority
Tuesday, January 18, 2005
Kenneth Ramsey fined and prohibited from entering any horses in races until Jan. 24.
- Tri-State Summit on drugs, alcohol use in mines draws 180
Friday, December 10, 2004
MSHA chief calls summit an important start
- Colin Powell appoints Secretary Wilcher to national commission
Friday, December 03, 2004
LaJuana S. Wilcher will advise government on UNESCO issues.
- Gov. Ernie Fletcher appoints director of the Division of Safety Analysis, Training & Certification
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
Secretary LaJuana S. Wilcher touts mine safety veteran, Franklin J. Reed
- 28th Governor's Conference on the Environment to be in Lexington
Friday, October 08, 2004
Conference theme is "Protecting the Environment, Prospering the Economy"
- Mine safety veteran named executive director
Friday, July 16, 2004
Paris Charles to head Office of Mine Safety and Licensing
- State resolves issue over funding Kentucky Bond Pool for coal operators
Wednesday, July 14, 2004
- Cabinet announces grants to recycle used tires
Thursday, July 08, 2004
$1 million grant will help one of the state's most serious solid waste problems.
- Workers' Claims commissioner to vacate post; William Emrick to serve as acting commissioner
Friday, July 02, 2004
Larry Greathouse announces intention to leave the Department for Workers' Claims.
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