Krista Johnson

1 week ago | courier-journal.com | Krista Johnson

After two days of interviews with six candidates, Jefferson County Board of Education members have selected two finalists vying for the spot to run Kentucky's largest school system: Ben Shuldiner and H. Brian Yearwood. Neither candidate has worked for Jefferson County Public Schools. Shuldiner is the current superintendent of the Lansing School District in Michigan, which serves about 10,000 students who are predominantly minorities from impoverished households.

1 week ago | courier-journal.com | Krista Johnson |Killian Baarlaer |Lucas Aulbach |Amanda Hancock |Hannah Pinski |Olivia Evans

Krista Johnson Killian Baarlaer Lucas Aulbach Amanda Hancock Hannah Pinski Olivia EvansLouisville Courier JournalThe 2025 Kentucky Oaks, a $1.5 million Grade 1 stakes race for 3-year-old fillies, takes place at Churchill Downs. Livvy Dunne will announce "Riders Up," and Gina Miles will sing the national anthem. The Kentucky Oaks Fashion Contest and the signature Oaks Lily cocktail are popular attractions. The 2025 Kentucky Oaks, the second biggest day of racing at Churchill Downs, is finally here.

2 weeks ago | indystar.com | Krista Johnson

Pollio's appointment and three-year contract was approved by the college's board Wednesday afternoon. "I'm excited to get into postsecondary," Pollio, who has worked for JCPS for 30 years, told Louisville's Courier Journal. "I've done a lot of work on workforce development — between being a principal and doing this — so I think it's a good next step for me."Ivy Tech has 45 locations across Indiana, with its central office located in Indianapolis.

2 weeks ago | courier-journal.com | Krista Johnson

Kentucky law now requires school districts to ban cellphone use during instruction, unless permitted by a teacher or in emergencies. Jefferson County Public Schools is debating how strict its cellphone policy should be, considering a potential ban beyond instructional time. Some board members support stricter bans for safety and academic reasons, while others raise concerns about enforcement and parental cooperation.

2 weeks ago | courier-journal.com | Krista Johnson

The Courier Journal filed a complaint against the University of Louisville Board of Trustees for allegedly violating the Open Meetings Act. The complaint alleges the board made decisions about Kim Schatzel's employment in private meetings, including her termination, suspension, resignation acceptance and the selection of her successor. The Courier Journal demands the board publicly disclose the evidence that led to Schatzel's termination and admit to violating state law.