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Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Republicans worked for military families and community colleges, not Beshear
As the 2025 legislative session ends and Gov. Beshear continues to gear-up for his bid to be the democratic presidential nominee in 2028, Kentucky legislators worked for the needs of Kentucky's military members and community colleges: passing HJR 34 and HB 303. KCTCS is a vital part of our Kentucky communities and our state economy. As such, money spent to improve KCTCS via HJR 34 more directly impacts Kentuckians in a positive way than dollars spent at Beshear-and-Democrat-friendly public universities. HB 303 connects our large military community in Kentucky with the powerful opportunities, expertise and career-focused excellence in KCTCS: helping to integrate our military heroes into Kentucky workplaces that desperately need them. Rural Republican legislators are the champions of KCTCS and opportunities for our military family in the Kentucky community (just look at the sponsors of both HJR 34 and HB303). Yet, in a video posted to X on March 19, we find our governor reading something that someone else wrote, trying to take all the credit, and taking shots at the Trump Administration. He made no mention of the sponsors of the bill or of the legislature. He has his eyes on DC. Kentuckians should keep their eyes on the Capitol in Frankfort. That is who is working for us. —Aaron Wells, 40178 Agree or disagree? Submit a letter to the editor. This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Republicans helped military families, KCTCS, not Beshear | Letter
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Goodwill partners with initiative granting education access to Commonwealth workers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — A network of companies offering education benefits to Kentucky employees gained a new statewide partner in a company known for its community involvement and donation centers. State leaders announced on Friday that Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is the first statewide employer joining the Kentucky Community and Technical College System's (KCTCS) Education First Employer network. Beshear vetoes anti-DEI bill for public Kentucky colleges: 'House Bill 4 is about hate' The group of over 60 businesses throughout the Commonwealth offers tuition benefits, flexible scheduling, and competitive wages for workers who pursue higher education, per a news release. Lt. Gov. Jaqueline Coleman said that by helping employees gain access to higher education statewide, Goodwill is showing the kind of team spirit that creates opportunities for the economy and Kentucky families to thrive. 'Goodwill is joining a network of Kentucky companies that are investing in our workforce by ensuring that Kentuckians do not have to choose between working or learning,' Coleman said. The initiative was launched in 2023 by Gov. Andy Beshear, Team Kentucky, and Family Scholar House. Network advocates said companies qualify for the program by showing they share similar values and are committed to supporting employees through education and training. Grand Jury dismisses case involving alleged rape, strangulation of UK student over several days 'Because I'm deaf': 'Cheese' accused of pistol-whipping Lexington woman in 2024 Goodwill partners with initiative granting education access to Commonwealth workers 'Goodwill sees education as more than an opportunity—it's necessary for long-term success,' said Amy Luttrell, President & CEO of Goodwill Industries of Kentucky. 'By becoming an Education First Employer in partnership with KCTCS and Family Scholar House, Goodwill continues to provide invaluable workforce assistance and barrier reduction for students, making a tangible commitment to the growth and development of our employees and clients. When we invest in education, we invest in brighter futures for individuals, their families, and our Commonwealth.' Also in attendance for the announcement were KCTCS President Ryan Quarles, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg, and Cathe Dysktra, chief possibility officer at Family Scholar House. To view a full list of current Education First Employers or to learn more about the initiative, visit the KCTCS website. More community services from Goodwill Industries of Kentucky can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
KCTCS establishes disaster relief funds for impacted students
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) has launched disaster relief funds to provide assistance to students and families impacted by this weekend's severe floods in the eastern part of the state. Officials say donations to these funds will help provide KCTCS students with resources including food, shelter and transportation. These donations will allow KCTCS colleges to fill gaps in other relief programs to help students recover. Big Sandy Community and Technical College, Hazard Community and Technical College and Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College are in the communities that have been hit the hardest. GRADD makes changes to 'repetitive menu' for seniors 'In times of darkness, I believe Kentuckians shine the brightest — we are always willing to pitch in when help is needed. We have witnessed incredible shows of faith, generosity and support over the last two days as our displaced students work to re-establish themselves,' said KCTCS President Ryan Quarles. 'Donations to this disaster relief fund go directly to our students to help them recover and continue their learning.' People can donate to the fund here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
