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Gov. Beshear approves new mine inspectors
Gov. Steve Beshear says he's approving an increase in the number of coal mine inspectors and people who review permit applications in Kentucky's Energy and Environment Cabinet.
Panel Sends Governor Three Names For Open Court Seat
Steve Beshear has three candidates to consider for an open district court judgeship that covers four eastern Kentucky counties.
More miners will be able to keep their jobs
More coal miners can keep their jobs. That's what operators say after Governor Steve Beshear announced 34 new state employees are on the way to help the struggling coal industry.
In Wake Of Ohio Vote, Governor Calls Again For Slots
Ohio voters cleared the way in Tuesday's election for casinos to be built in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo.
'Christmas' tree returning to state capitol
The tall, decorated tree on the Kentucky Capitol's front lawn this holiday season will be called a "Christmas" tree after all.
It's 'Christmas' tree in Kentucky again
A spokeswoman for Gov. Steve Beshear says he's calling the tall decorated tree on the Kentucky Capitol's front lawn a "Christmas" tree this holiday season.
Governor Steve Beshear says he's approving an increase in the number of coal mine inspectors and people who review permit applications in Kentucky's Energy and Environment Cabinet.
3 judicial candidates sent to KY governor to pick
A nominating panel has sent Gov. Steve Beshear the names of 3 candidates to fill a judicial opening in Kentucky's 32nd Judicial District, which covers Boyd County.
32,000 Children Added To Health Insurance Program 25min
Gov. Steve Beshear says his administration has been enrolling more than 2,600 children per month into a health insurance program for low-income families.
Farmer could improve his shot at governor
Is Richie gonna play tonight? That's the question echoing throughout Kentucky since former University of Kentucky basketball player and current state Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer told The Associated Press last week that he is considering a run for governor.
JUDGES: Dan Kelly gets the appointment to the circuit court in spite of low bar association ratings
Beth Musgrave of the Bluegrass Politics blog posted the following story on Daniel Kelly's appointment by the Governor.
Hopkins County District Judge Nominations
Hopkins County, KY The names of three local attorneys have been submitted to the Kentucky Judicial Nominating Commission to fill the vacant District Court judgeship being vacated by current District Judge Rob Soder.
Webba s House seat up for grabs
Gov. Steve Beshear on Monday scheduled a special election to fill the vacancy in the state House of Representatives that was created when Robin Webb was elected to the Kentucky Senate in August.
Beshear appoints Kelly to bench
By Ronnie Ellis CNHI News Service Gov. Steve Beshear said Monday he appointed Republican Sen.
Critics say Ky. governor is a Scrooge for calling Capitol evergreen a 'holiday tree'
Some Christians in Kentucky are angry over the governor's yuletide terminology. A giant evergreen that will brighten the Capitol lawn this winter won't be called a Christmas tree.
Glasgow Daily Times, Glasgow, KY
Mounjoy leaving Beshear cabinet
Helen Mountjoy resigned as Secretary of the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet, Gov.
Stivers chosen Senate majority leader
Dan Kelly, the former Republican Majority Leader in the state Senate, is still a state Senator - for now.
UK Basketball Icon Mulls Run For Governor In 2011
University of Kentucky basketball icon Richie Farmer is considering running for governor on the Republican ticket.
Guv's education task force nothing to cheer about
Gov. Steve Beshear missed a golden opportunity to address Kentucky's financial woes.
Public pension plans need $74 million increase
FRANKFORT, Ky. - Facing a bleak budget situation, the 2010 legislature will nevertheless be asked to increase the General Fund contribution to the public employee retirement plans by at least $74 million in the next two-year budget period, according to early Legislative Research Commission estimates.
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