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3 days ago
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Nicholasville Police Department makes big investment in life-saving devices
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — Since becoming chief of the Nicholasville Police Department in 2023, Michael Fleming has set out to ensure that the law goes far beyond arrests and incarceration. His mission is to work to have the police department play a bigger role within the community. Barbourville school mourns the death of student Nicholasville Police Department makes big investment in life-saving devices Trump administration reverses planned closures of 3 dozen US mine safety offices 'Our whole goal is to do much more in this community than just take people to jail. It's all about community service. And what better way to serve the community than to have tools in every officer's hands that can save lives,' said Fleming. One of those tools is the automated external defibrillator—more commonly known as an AED. 'It's a great tool for not only cardiac arrest but opioid response as well. A lot of opioid overdoses result in cardiac arrest,' Fleming explained. 'We are usually closest to these types of calls. And for officers to have this type of tool on hand immediately saves time. And time is what you know is paramount when you're talking about saving a life that's in cardiac arrest.' Previously, the Nicholasville Police Department had about eight bulkier, less advanced AED units. Now, Fleming said the department bought 85 smart AEDs. That is enough for every patrol officer, detective, administrator, and even school resource officer to have with them wherever they go. The devices are also connected to the 911 dispatch system, meaning officers can be alerted to emergencies even when they're off duty. 'It's great for officers. They even will take it into their house at night, and one of their neighbors can end up having a cardiac event, and they could rush over and save their life,' he said. Perhaps the most important aspect of the new AEDs, though, is that they are incredibly easy to use. Simply by turning the device on, it begins telling the user what to do, as well as providing safety instructions. The device can be used in English or Spanish. Fleming demonstrated using the device in an interview with FOX 56 News. He pointed out how the device tells the officer when to begin doing CPR. It even plays a ticking rhythm to do chest compressions to. 'For officers that are CPR trained once every two years, this is giving them those step-by-step instructions for that high-stress time when they may forget something,' said Fleming. 'Really, the AED's telling them everything.' Equipping the department with these advanced AEDs didn't come cheap. The total cost was more than $200,000. However, the investment was made possible through Kentucky's share of 2022 legal settlements with opioid manufacturers that contributed to the rising opioid crisis. Fleming pointed out that these devices are a good thing this money is going toward. He told FOX 56 he is hopeful that the new AEDs will help officers save some lives when duty calls. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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4 days ago
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A ferry is still a loved way to cross the Kentucky River
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — There's a business in Central Kentucky that flies the flag of Virginia every day. That's because it's been here since before Kentucky was a state. For most people, the fastest way to cross the Kentucky River is to use the Clays Ferry Bridge on I-75, so named because there was a ferry there two centuries ago. A ferry is still a loved way to cross the Kentucky River Texas artist brings art to life in Nicholasville's murals Kentucky's historical markers ignite curiosity, community Seventy-five thousand drivers zoom across every day, paying little attention to the water below. But six miles downriver, you can still cross like folks did in the days of horses and wagons. 'It was here in 1785. Kentucky didn't become a state until 1792,' George Dean said. The Valley View Ferry is the oldest continually operating business in Kentucky. It takes just two minutes to ride back in time 200 years. 'It's cheap, and it's easy to get into Lexington,' a rider said. Some of the famous people who have crossed on the ferry over the years are Henry Clay, Daniel Boone, and Ulysses S. Grant. Today, cars cross three at a time. 'Anywhere between 14,000 to 16,000 people use this ferry every month,' a ferry operator said. Read more Spirit of the Bluegrass stories The ferry is propelled by a paddle wheel, centered in the river by cables stretched between four towers. 'The deck crew comes to us from the detention centers, and what they're doing, they're making sure the boat's balanced in proper trim and stability,' Capt. Clayton Embly said. Embly was a merchant marine for 30 years. 'I've sailed literally all the seven seas on all types of ships. You're always looking for what's going to cause you a headache, what could cause an accident,' Embly said. But this is a lot different than steering a 700-foot tanker in the Pacific Ocean. 'The big joke is: The boat I do not steer, the engines I do not go near; I don't even get to ring the bell. But let this ferry shut down and see who catches,' Embly said. Starting early: 11-year-old Lexington boy says he's running for Congress There's no toll on the ferry. The state transportation cabinet and the governments of Fayette, Jessamine, and Madison counties fund it. It's a constant challenge to keep the equipment shipshape. 'Every five years the barge has to be taken out of the water, cleaned, and inspected by the Coast Guard. Anything they see that needs to be corrected or fixed on the barge has to be done at that time,' George Dean, Kentucky River Historian, said. When the ferry is shut down for maintenance or because of high water, it forces some regular users to go 45 minutes out of their way. 'We actually live in Nicholasville, but we work in Richmond. The house we clean is just across the ferry, so we ride it every Wednesday,' Ashley McDonald, a regular rider, said. For some people, it's a convenience; for others, a tourist attraction. 'It's awesome. It's old school,' a visitor said. Sometimes, it's just good to take the road less traveled. And when that road ends at a river, another adventure can begin. Kentucky's first public school mariachi band fosters cultural pride 'Before we get into a hard day's work, it's nice to kick back and relax and be on the water,' McDonald said. Valley View Ferry generally operates from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. But the weather can change that. To keep up with its operating status, check the Valley View Ferry Facebook page. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
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2.8 magnitude earthquake recorded in Central Kentucky cities
A 2.8 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Nicholasville early Sunday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey. Around 3:40 a.m., the earthquake occurred at the Jessamine and Garrard county lines near the Kentucky River. Other cities affected include Danville, High Bridge, Frankfort, and Richmond, according to the geological survey site. A dozen people reported feeling the earthquake on the USGS site. No damage has been reported.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
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Nicholasville nonprofit gets a helping hand for a day of service
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — Revive Ministries is a Nicholasville nonprofit that aims to serve others through substance use treatment programs, and like other nonprofits, it takes support to keep it going. The team at Revive Ministries welcomed associates from Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty for the 'red day of service,' which stands for renew, energize, and donate. Heather Johnson with Revive Ministries said this was a huge blessing, especially since it involved extra hands on much-needed projects. Nicholasville nonprofit gets a helping hand for a day of service Machetes used in wooded-area hunt for Rowan County fugitive Kentucky education leaders push back as federal mental health grants for schools face cuts 'Over the years, you'll have spaces that just need a little bit of help, like painting, yard work, or cleaning out a giant garage so we're able to move and steward the things we have well,' Johnson said. This year, the goal was beautification. The team at Keller Williams chose Revive Ministries since their mission aligns with what it means to serve with open arms. Keller Williams realtor Philip Wood volunteered. 'A lot of us really look forward to this day every year as a way to give back to our local communities. We take a break from the busyness of real estate and focus on other people and love on them,' Wood said. Lexington eatery makes OpenTable's 'Top 100 Brunch Restaurants' in the US Study: Kentucky is the toughest state to own an EV in Study: It costs over $200K to raise a child over 18 years in Kentucky Red Day of Service is a nationwide initiative meant to get Keller Williams associates into their communities, meeting people where they are. 'We just clicked off really well. This non-profit is a great organization, and we were excited to help them in any way we could,' Wood said. Johnson said it takes a lot of resources to help others, which is why community support makes all the difference. 'As a non-profit, we're always looking to partner with people. Not just to volunteer for a day, but to come in and teach classes, lead devotions, or fix a meal at one of our houses. Being able to have those relationships is just so encouraging for us as a staff, as a ministry, and as members of this community,' Johnson said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
