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Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ellis Park officials, fire department to conduct controlled burn
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials will be setting fire to part of Ellis Park's property. Ellis Park racing officials, along with volunteer firefighters from the Baskett Community Fire Department, will conduct a controlled burn of the turf course to help prepare the surface for the start of the racing season that's scheduled to begin in early July. Officials say the burn will begin Monday at 6 a.m. and last approximately three hours. Henderson's City Junior Ambassador Program accepting applications According to Kentucky Racing Communications, the burn of the turf course allows the dead 'cover' to be taken off the top of the grass and allows it to grow back to a more plush, green surface within two to three weeks. By burning the turf course, it will allow nutrients to drive back into the soil which is more efficient than cutting the surface. Leif Dickinson, the director of track operations at Colonial Downs, will help oversee the burn. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Henderson's City Junior Ambassador Program accepting applications
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The city of Henderson has announced that applications are now open for the 2025-2026 City Junior Ambassador Program. Officials say marking the third year of the program, this collaborative effort between the city of Henderson and Henderson County Schools seeks to offer high school students an in-depth, hands-on experience in municipal government. City officials explain the City Junior Ambassadors meet on the first Friday of each month from August to May to visit various city departments and local community partners. Through these meetings, students will gain a deeper understanding of how local government operates, while also learning to network with 'local leaders.' Henderson takes junior ambassadors to the Kentucky Capitol Officials say one of the program's highlights is a special trip to Frankfort, Kentucky, where participants will have the opportunity to tour the Kentucky State Capitol, meet with state leaders and visit other historic sites. This trip offers an opportunity for students to see how state government functions and learn about the broader political landscape of Kentucky. 'The City Junior Ambassador Program is an incredible opportunity for our students to connect with their local government, make a difference in their community, and gain real-world experience that will help them as future leaders,' said City Public Relations Director, Holli Blanford. 'We are proud to continue this partnership with Henderson County Schools and look forward to another successful year of engaging and educating our youth.' The city of Henderson says applications for the 2025-2026 City Junior Ambassador Program will be accepted until April 1. Interested students who will be a senior in high school during the 2025-2026 school year are encouraged to apply through the online application found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
