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• HIGHER ED REPORT CARD SHOWS KENTUCKY MAKING GAINS BUT AFFORDABILITY REMAINS CRITICAL TO FUTURE SUCCESS
  Thursday, December 04, 2008
• Jobless rates up in 112 counties from October 2007 to October 2008
  Tuesday, December 02, 2008
• MEDIA ADVISORY
  Tuesday, December 02, 2008
  FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Council on Postsecondary Education Governor’s Higher Education Work Group, Presidents’ Advisory Committee will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. in the Coldstream Room at Embassy Suites Hotel, Lexington, Ky.
• MEDIA ADVISORY
  Tuesday, December 02, 2008
  FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Student Advisory Committee of the Governor’s Workgroup on Higher Education will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008 via conference call at 4:00 p.m. by calling 1-877-746-4263, code 0275632#
• MEDIA ADVISORY
  Monday, December 01, 2008
  The Governor’s Workgroup on Higher Education, Affordability Subcommittee will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. in room 169 of the Capitol Annex.
• Attorney General Conway Announces Regional DUI Training for Police & Prosecutors
  Monday, December 01, 2008
  Attorney General Jack Conway today announced that his office is training police officers and local prosecutors about how to effectively prosecute Driving Under the Influence (DUI) cases at a regional seminar in Lexington, Ky. on Wednesday, December 3 through Friday, December 5 at the Hilton Suites Lexington Green.
• Air Quality Staff Elected to Leadership Roles
  Monday, December 01, 2008
  The National Association of Clean Air Agencies (NACAA) has elected John Lyons, director of the Division for Air Quality, to its board of directors. NACAA represents air pollution control agencies in 53 states and territories and over 165 major metropolitan areas across the United States. The Kentucky Association for Environmental Education (KAEE) elected Elizabeth Robb Schmitz, environmental education specialist for DAQ, as its president during the association’s annual conference. KAEE is one of the nation’s oldest environmental education associations, working since 1976 to create a sustainable environment through education.
• Book Signing of McClanahan Publishing's “Room at the Table” with Berea Innkeeper Biji Baker and Photographer Robin Victor Goetz at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Monday, December 01, 2008
  On Saturday, December 6, Berea Innkeeper Barbara ‘Biji’ Baker and photographer Robin Victor Goetz will sign copies of McClanahan Publishing’s new book, “Room at the Table” from 11:00 –2:00 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Louis Northern to Demonstrate Oil Painting at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Monday, December 01, 2008
  On Friday, December 5, Louis Northern of Mt. Vernon will demonstrate his oil painting techniques from 10:30 - 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Carl Von Fischer to Demonstrate Oil Painting Techniques at Kentucky Artisan Center
  Monday, December 01, 2008
  On Saturday, December 6, Carl Von Fischer of Mt. Vernon will demonstrate his oil painting techniques from 10:30 - 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Attorney General Conway Urges Parents To Check Video Game Ratings When Buying Games As Gifts
  Wednesday, November 26, 2008
  Attorney General Jack Conway is urging parents and other consumers to check the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) rating before purchasing computer or video games as gifts.
• Food Tasting by Le Bayou Gourmet Foods at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, November 25, 2008
  On Saturday, November 29, Bob and Sallie Blount owners of Le Bayou Gourmet Foods of Berea will offer a food tasting of their South Louisiana Style Barbeque sauce from 11:00 – 2:00 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Joanne Hobbs Creates Goose Feather Christmas Trees at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, November 25, 2008
  On Saturday, November 29 Joanne Hobbs of Bardstown, will create goose feather Christmas trees from 10:30 am – 3:30 pm at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Regional Woodcarvers Let the Woodchips Fly at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, November 25, 2008
  On Friday, November 28, three members of the Berea Welcome Center Carvers will demonstrate woodcarving and let the woodchips fly - from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea. All three of these woodcarvers, create in-the-round figures which are whimsical and imaginative from a variety of woods. Some carvers use Cedar for the beauty in its color and the wonderful natural odor that emanates from the wood.
• Experience Kentucky’s Abraham Lincoln over the Holidays!
  Monday, November 24, 2008
• Kentucky’s jobless rate falls in October
  Monday, November 24, 2008
• Paducah Seniors Get Information at Scam Jam
  Thursday, November 20, 2008
  More than 100 Paducah-area seniors took advantage of a free seminar on fraud awareness Tuesday at the Senior Scam Jam. Participants learned to recognize common “red flags” of fraud and steps to take to avoid falling victim.
• DIRECTOR OF KENTUCKY VIRTUAL LIBRARY NAMED SPECIAL LIBRARIAN OF THE YEAR
  Thursday, November 20, 2008
  The Special Library Section of the Kentucky Library Association recently named Enid Wohlstein, director of the Kentucky Virtual Library, as 2008 Special Librarian of the Year. The annual award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated the highest standards of special librarianship.
• MEDIA ADVISORY
  Tuesday, November 18, 2008
  The Governor’s Workgroup on Higher Education, Affordability Subcommittee will meet on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. in room 171 of the Capitol Annex.
• Christa Smith Demonstrates Traditional Bavarian Molded Wax Ornaments at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, November 18, 2008
  On Saturday, November 22, Christa Smith of Elizabethtown will demonstrate traditional Bavarian molded wax ornaments from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Jeannette Rowlett to Demonstrate Wire Wrapped Jewelry at Kentucky Artisan Center
  Tuesday, November 18, 2008
  On Friday, November 21, Jeannette Rowlette of Berea, will wrap semi-precious gems and Austrian crystals with sterling and 14-Karat rolled gold wire to create her unique jewelry from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Attorney General Conway Announces Cybercrimes Arrest On Kentucky College Campus
  Monday, November 17, 2008
  Student allegedly hacked into campus email accounts
• Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea – Closed Thanksgiving Day – Open Thanksgiving Day Weekend
  Friday, November 14, 2008
  The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea will be closed all day on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, and then be open normal hours (8:00 am - 8:00 pm) on November 28, providing visitors with exciting possibilities to find Kentucky made presents on this traditional kick-off holiday shopping weekend.
• Woody the Kentucky Wiener and “President” Lincoln to make joint appearance Saturday at the Kentucky Book Fair
  Friday, November 14, 2008
  Woody the Kentucky Wiener, star of the popular "Woody Book" series, and "President" Abraham Lincoln, in the person of Jim Sayre of Lawrenceburg, will draw the name of the November Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail Passport prize winner at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Kentucky Book Fair. Joining them will be Woody’s mom and author of the series, Leigh Anne Florence.
• Money Tips for College Students, November 2008
  Thursday, November 13, 2008
  Cut the cost of going to college
• Gov. Beshear awards $840,000 to West Kentucky to assist dislocated workers
  Wednesday, November 12, 2008
• COUNCIL AWARDS OVER $1.1 MILLION TO IMPROVE TEACHER QUALITY
  Monday, November 10, 2008
  In an ongoing effort to improve teacher quality, the Council on Postsecondary Education awarded more than $1.1 million in grant funding for professional development for P-12 teachers and administrators at a meeting in Morehead on Friday.
• Weikel Foods - Makers of “Pie in a Bottle” Offer Tasting at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Monday, November 10, 2008
  On Saturday, November 15, Ken Weikel of Louisville’s Weikel Foods will offer a food tasting of his “Pie in a Bottle” product from 10:30 – 2:00 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Cathy Vigor to Demonstrate “Shibori” Silk Dyeing Techniques at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Monday, November 10, 2008
  On Saturday, November 15, fiber artist Cathy Vigor of Ashland will demonstrate “Shibori” silk dyeing techniques for visitors from 10:30 – 3:30 pm at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Regional Woodcarvers Demonstrate at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Monday, November 10, 2008
  On Friday, November 14, three members of the Berea Welcome Center Carvers will demonstrate woodcarving from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea. All three of these woodcarvers, create in-the-round figures which are whimsical and imaginative from a variety of woods. Some carvers use Cedar for the beauty in its color and the wonderful natural odor that emanates from the wood.
• MEDIA ADVISORY
  Monday, November 10, 2008
  FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Governor’s Workgroup on Higher Education will meet on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in room 171 of the Capitol Annex.
• MEDIA ADVISORY
  Monday, November 10, 2008
  FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Student Advisory Committee of the Governor’s Workgroup on Higher Education will meet on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in room 386 of the Capitol Annex.
• Financial Aid Tip of the Month, November 2008
  Friday, November 07, 2008
  Pay attention to deadlines for scholarships, admissions
• MEDIA ADVISORY
  Thursday, November 06, 2008
  The President’s Advisory Committee of the Governor’s Workgroup on Higher Education will meet on Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in Meeting Room A of the Council on Postsecondary Education.
• Pee Wee Reese to “Visit” Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea Nov. 22
  Wednesday, November 05, 2008
  On Saturday, November 22, actor Dick Usher of Benton will bring to life Kentucky’s Baseball Hall of Fame Star – Pee Wee Reese at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea at 2:00 PM. This presentation is free and open to the public and is funded in part by the Kentucky Humanities Council, Inc and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
• Needle Felted Wool Rugs Created by Lanette Freitag at Kentucky Artisan Center
  Wednesday, November 05, 2008
  On Saturday, November 8, Lanette Freitag of Lan Mark Farm in Sharpsburg will demonstrate needle felted rugs from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Raising Rare Sheep – Creating With Wool -Elizabeth Brown Braids Rare Sheep Fleece into Fine Wool Rugs
  Wednesday, November 05, 2008
  On Friday, November 7, Elizabeth Ann Brown of Mt. Sterling will demonstrate the different wool processes used to create wool braided rugs. Brown will braid the many colored wools harvested from her flock of rare breed Leicester Longwool and Karakul sheep from 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Proposed Kentucky Native American license plate design unveiled; ceremony also commemorates November as KY Native American Indian Month
  Monday, November 03, 2008
  A colorful design for a proposed new license plate celebrating the Unbridled Spirit of Kentucky’s Native American culture was unveiled today during a ceremony at the State Capitol Rotunda in Frankfort.
• Enjoy an Enchanting Celebration with the Kentucky Historical Society
  Monday, November 03, 2008
  Kick off this year’s holiday season at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History during Candlelight Tours on Thursday, November 13, from 5 to 9 pm.
• Over 100,000 Students Participate in Kentucky Student Mock Election
  Thursday, October 30, 2008
  Students across the Commonwealth are choosing both Democrats and Republicans to send to Washington. Over 100,000 students in elementary, middle, and high schools across the Commonwealth went to the polls this week to vote for their favorite candidates for President, Congress, and to voice their opinion on the most important issue facing our country.
• Student Advisory Committee Joins Governor’s Higher Education Work Group
  Wednesday, October 29, 2008
  Gov. Steve Beshear today announced the creation of a Student Advisory Committee to work closely with the members of the Higher Education Task Force on ways to make college more affordable and financial aid more accessible.
• Kentucky Army National Guard exceeds recruiting goals fifth year in row
  Wednesday, October 29, 2008
  Members of the Kentucky Army National Guard gathered on Oct. 29th to announce that it's recruiting goals have been exceeded for the fifth year in a row.
• Monday ceremony to commemorate Kentucky Native American Indian Month and unveil new license plate design
  Wednesday, October 29, 2008
  An honor guard and children singing songs in the Cherokee language will be featured during a ceremony at 1 p.m. Monday, November 3 in the Capitol Rotunda, hosted by the Kentucky Native American Heritage Commission, to commemorate Native American Indian Month and unveil a new Kentucky Native American license plate design.
• Kentucky Army National Guard announces strength numbers
  Tuesday, October 28, 2008
  The Kentucky Army National Guard will have announcement about recruiting and retention for 2008.
• Children's Book Author Nancy Kelly Allen to Sign Children’s Books at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, October 28, 2008
  On Saturday, November 1, children’s author Nancy Kelly Allen of Hazard, will sign copies of her books and talk with visitors from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Janice Harding Owens to Demonstrate Folk Painting at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, October 28, 2008
  On Friday, October 31, Janice Harding Owens of Mt. Vernon will demonstrate her unique folk paintings from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Arts Council Presents Teacher Initiated Program Grant Writing Tips Workshop in Western Kentucky
  Tuesday, October 28, 2008
  The Kentucky Arts Council will present a workshop to introduce the Teacher Initiated Program to teachers, administrators and parents interested in arts opportunities in their children's schools. The workshop will be held from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. C.S.T., November 13,2008, at the Graves County Middle School Library, 625 Jimtown Road, Mayfield, KY 42066.
• Cumberland Falls To Unveil Astronomy Program Nov. 8
  Tuesday, October 28, 2008
  Cumberland Falls State Resort Park will unveil a new program on Nov. 8 geared towards students of all ages interested in the stars.
• Governor Beshear announces Kentucky universities and high schools receive over $14 million in federal grants
  Monday, October 27, 2008
  Gov. Beshear today announced two major federal grants totaling over $14 million to fund high-tech research at Kentucky universities and efforts to increase Advanced Placement education in high schools.
• Folk Painting Demonstrated by Jim Gary Phillips at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Friday, October 24, 2008
  On Saturday, November 1, Jim Gary Phillips of Edmonton will demonstrate his unique style of Folk Painting from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Jobless rates up in 115 counties from September 2007 to September 2008
  Thursday, October 23, 2008
• Governor Beshear launches new Web site to assist Kentuckians during tough economic times
  Thursday, October 23, 2008
  As the national and global economy continues to remain uncertain and challenging, Governor Steve Beshear today unveiled a new Web site, http://www.assistance.ky.gov. This one-stop-shop provides readily accessible links for struggling Kentuckians to help find critical resources in tough times, such as health insurance and home mortgage information.
• Students Can Participate in Slogan and Essay Contests
  Wednesday, October 22, 2008
  Students can win valuable prizes all the while becoming more civically engaged by participating in the 2008 Office of the Secretary of State Slogan and Essay Contests.
• Campbellsville Elementary School to host "presidential" visit Friday morning
  Wednesday, October 22, 2008
  President Abraham Lincoln will visit Campbellsville Elementary School's weekly assembly at 8 a.m. Friday to present a basket of Lincoln-related memorabilia to fourth-grader Zack Settle, a huge Lincoln fan and presidential buff who was winner of a recent monthly prize drawing for the Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail Passport Program.
• Kentucky Arts Council Brings Information Session to Lake Cumberland
  Wednesday, October 22, 2008
  The Kentucky Arts Council welcomes citizens interested in the arts in the Lake Cumberland region to join them for a discussion about the arts grants, programs and services available through the council. This session will be from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. C.S.T., Monday, November 17, 2008, at the Lake Cumberland State Resort Park.
• Higher education task force to study affordability, access
  Tuesday, October 21, 2008
  Proclaiming that no child of ability should be denied access to college because of cost, Gov. Steve Beshear today named a 25-member task force to tackle the tough issues of affordability and access to Kentucky higher education.
• Rhonda McEnroe to Demonstrate Soft Pastel Painting at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, October 21, 2008
  On Saturday, October 25, Rhonda McEnroe of Owensboro, will demonstrate soft pastel painting from 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Regional Woodcarvers Cut-It-Up at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, October 21, 2008
  On Friday, October 24, three members of the Berea Welcome Center Carvers will demonstrate woodcarving from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea. All three of these woodcarvers, create in-the-round figures which are whimsical and imaginative from a variety of woods. Some carvers use Cedar for the beauty in its color and the wonderful natural odor that emanates from the wood.
• Kentucky’s jobless rate increases in September
  Monday, October 20, 2008
• Berea Leadership Institute Receives ARC Grant
  Monday, October 20, 2008
  (Frankfort, KY) October 17, 2008— The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), in conjunction with Gov. Steve Beshear and the Department for Local Government, has announced that the Brushy Fork Institute in Berea, KY, will receive a $400,000 grant. The Institute, which is part of Berea College, will use the funds to provide community development training for community leaders in 37 economically distressed Appalachian counties in eastern Kentucky.
• Deadline Extended to Register Students for Mock Election
  Friday, October 17, 2008
  Due to the record-breaking response, the Office of the Secretary of State has extended the deadline for schools to register for the Office of the Secretary of State’s 2008 Kentucky Student Mock Election, a partner election of the National Student/Parent Mock Election.
• More than $44 million paid to Kentuckians through extended unemployment insurance
  Wednesday, October 15, 2008
• Berea Jeweler Robert Craig Thompson to Demonstrate at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, October 14, 2008
  On Friday, October 17, Robert Craig Thompson of Berea, will create an amazing array of Sterling jewelry from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Thomas Freese to Sign New Book – “Strange and Wonderful Things” at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Tuesday, October 14, 2008
  On Saturday, October 18, author Thomas Freese of Louisville will bring in the Halloween season by signing his newest book “Strange and Wonderful Things: A Collection of Ghost Stories with Special Appearances by Witches and Other Bizarre Creatures” from 11:00 – 2:00 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Precious Metal Clay Artist Jeanette Landenwitch Creates Silver Jewelry at Kentucky Artisan Center
  Tuesday, October 14, 2008
  On Saturday, October 18, Jeanette Landenwitch of Florence, will be creating jewelry with Precious Metal Clay (PMC) from 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• October 2008 Money Tips for College Students
  Monday, October 13, 2008
  Learn about how to pay for college
• Financial Aid Tip of the Month, October 2008
  Monday, October 13, 2008
  Time for college-bound seniors to think about admissions essays
• KCDHH appoints dynamic leadership team
  Monday, October 13, 2008
• Free Workshops Assist Investors
  Friday, October 10, 2008
  The state securities regulator presents tips on selecting an adviser Oct. 16 and preventing fraud on Nov. 20 at the Durr Branch of the Kenton County Public Library.
• New Statewide Partnership To Increase Cybersafety Education
  Thursday, October 09, 2008
  Designed to engage, empower and educate adults
• Vocational Rehabilitation seeks public’s vision for future
  Thursday, October 09, 2008
• Jam Cakes and Fudge – Food Tasting by “Simply Kentucky” at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Thursday, October 09, 2008
  On Saturday, October 11, Simply Kentucky will offer a food tasting of jam cakes and fudge from 11:00 – 2:00 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea. Company founder Mary Jane Rittenberry will be present to talk about her products and meet visitors.
• Regional Woodcarvers Demonstrate at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Wednesday, October 08, 2008
  On Friday, October 10, three members of the Berea Welcome Center Carvers will demonstrate woodcarving from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea. All three of these woodcarvers, create in-the-round figures which are whimsical and imaginative from a variety of woods. Some carvers use Cedar for the beauty in its color and the wonderful natural odor that emanates from the wood.
• Civics Website a Resource During Election Season
  Wednesday, October 08, 2008
  As part of Civics Month and the Civic Literacy Initiative of Kentucky’s (CLIK) efforts to increase civic engagement and literacy among Kentucky’s citizens, the Office of the Secretary of State is announcing updates to civics.ky.gov as a one-stop location for civic information across the Commonwealth.
• Kentucky Veterans Fund New Web Site on Military History
  Tuesday, October 07, 2008
• KY Lincoln Heritage Trail Passport drawing to highlight Lincoln sites tour Oct. 12
  Friday, October 03, 2008
  A progressive tour of historic central Kentucky sites along the Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail that have a direct connection to the president or the lives of his family and friends will take place next Sunday, October 12 beginning in Springfield.
• Entries sought for KY Native American license plate design competition
  Friday, October 03, 2008
  A design competition seeking proposals for a commemorative Kentucky Native American license plate has been announced by the Kentucky Native American Heritage Commission, administered by the Kentucky Heritage Council / State Historic Preservation Office. Entry deadline is Friday, October 24.
• Berea College Music Professor Kathy Bullock to Present – "Singing in the Spirit: The African American Sacred Music Tradition" at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Thursday, October 02, 2008
  On Sunday, October 5, Berea College music professor Kathy Bullock will give a musical performance/presentation titled “Singing in the Spirit: The African American Sacred Music Tradition” from 3:00 – 4:00 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea. This presentation is free and open to the public and is funded in part by the Kentucky Humanities Council, Inc. and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
• Kentucky Quilt Trails: Views and Voices Celebration Oct 4 at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Thursday, October 02, 2008
  A reception, book signing, and quilting demonstration will be held at the Kentucky Artisan Center on Saturday, October 4 to celebrate the release of Kentucky Quilt Trails: Views and Voices. This book features a selection of the quilt squares that have been appearing on barns, buildings, parks and other buildings across the Commonwealth. These painted quilt squares are part of a quilt trail being developed for travelers' enjoyment and to celebrate family and local heritage through the quilting tradition. Book Signing by Silas House 11:00 – 1:00 Book Release Reception 11:00 – 2:00 Quilting Demonstration 10:30 – 3:30
• Woodworker Jerry Cooper to Carve Celtic Wooden Jewelry at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Thursday, October 02, 2008
  On Friday, October 3, woodworker Gerald Cooper of Berea will demonstrate how he carves from walnut his unique wooden Celtic jewelry from 10:30 am – 3:30 pm at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• October is Civics Month in Kentucky
  Wednesday, October 01, 2008
  October is Civics Month in Kentucky, and there will be events throughout the Commonwealth to remind citizens, both young and old, about the importance of being engaged in the democratic process.
• Kentucky Archives Month Observed in October
  Wednesday, October 01, 2008
• New Volunteer Docent Program Allows Citizens to Share Kentucky Heritage
  Tuesday, September 30, 2008
• Jobless rates up in 113 counties from August 2007 to August 2008
  Tuesday, September 30, 2008
• Governor Beshear to Present Governor's Awards in the Arts
  Monday, September 29, 2008
  Governor Steven L. Beshear will honor the 2007-2008 recipients of the Governor's Awards in the Arts at a public ceremony and celebration on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. in the Capitol Rotunda in Frankfort.
• KHS Foundation Awarded Grant for Replacement HistoryMobile
  Monday, September 29, 2008
  Grant Given by the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels Will Aid in Purchase of Replacement Tractor
• MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATOR NAMED INTERIM VP FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AT COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION
  Sunday, September 28, 2008
  Dr. Michael Seelig, senior assistant to the provost and interim affirmative action officer at Morehead State University, has been appointed interim vice president for academic affairs at the Council on Postsecondary Education. Seelig begins his duties this week. He replaces Dr. Jim Applegate who resigned to become senior vice president for the Lumina Foundation on Education in Indianapolis.
• Governor Names Policy Adviser as Deputy Secretary of Education and Workforce Development
  Friday, September 26, 2008
  Gov. Steve Beshear has appointed Covington resident Joseph U. Meyer as deputy secretary of Kentucky’s Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. In this role, Meyer will also serve as director of the Office of Educational Programs. He will continue his current duties as a senior policy adviser to the governor.
• Arts Council Commissions Duffy to Create Awards for Governor's Awards in the Arts
  Thursday, September 25, 2008
  The recipients of the 2007-2008 Governor's Awards in the Arts, will each receive a sculpture carved by Louisville artist William M. Duffy. Governor Steve Beshear will present the awards at a public ceremony and celebration on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. in the Capitol Rotunda in Frankfort.
• DFI Helps Teach Children to Save
  Thursday, September 25, 2008
  The Kentucky Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) was pleased to assist the Louisville Branch office of the Federal Reserve Bank in presenting “Teach Children To Save Day” in Louisville on Wednesday.
• Office for the Blind seeks public input
  Thursday, September 25, 2008
• KHS receives Transportation Enhancement Funding for Historical Highway Markers
  Wednesday, September 24, 2008
  Governor Steve Beshear recently announced that the Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) has been awarded $64,000 in Transportation Enhancement (TE) funding for the replacement and repair of damaged historical highway markers.
• Kentucky Historical Society Provides Research for The Narcotic Farm
  Wednesday, September 24, 2008
  The Narcotic Farm, a recently released book and accompanying documentary about a drug addiction treatment facility and research laboratory in Lexington, features research from The Lexington Narcotics Farm Collection in special collections at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History in Frankfort.
• Kentucky’s jobless rate increases to 6.8 percent in August
  Tuesday, September 23, 2008
• Joanne Hobbs Demonstrates Goose feather Christmas Trees at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Saturday, September 20, 2008
  On Saturday, September 27, Joanne Hobbs of Bardstown will demonstrate how she creates Goose feather Christmas trees from 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Regional Woodcarvers Demonstrate at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea
  Saturday, September 20, 2008
  On Friday, September 26, three members of the Berea Welcome Center Carvers will demonstrate woodcarving from 10:30 – 3:30 at the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea.
• Museum Day Means Free Admission to the Public
  Thursday, September 18, 2008
  The Kentucky Historical Society and its museums will be open to the public free-of-charge on Museum Day, Saturday, September 27.
• Local area technology center opens new education, training facility
  Wednesday, September 17, 2008
• Library Presentation Benefits Investors
  Tuesday, September 16, 2008
  A free workshop at the Kenton County Public Library on Thursday will share what investors need to know before investing on their own.
• September Money Tip for College Students
  Tuesday, September 16, 2008
  Be aware of the value of compound interest