Michael Owens

3 weeks ago | marshallcountydaily.com | Michael Owens

FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 28, 2025) — The gavel struck a sentimental note when it fell for a final time on Friday: It not only marked the end of the 2025 legislative session but also the last official action of the Kentucky General Assembly inside the state Capitol – at least for the next few years. The granite and marble sentinel has stood watch over Frankfort for more than a century.

2 months ago | marshallcountydaily.com | Michael Owens

Governor urges vigilance as state braces for more winter weather;storms have claimed at least 14 livesFRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 18, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on severe weather affecting much of the commonwealth. The Governor called on Kentuckians to take action to stay warm as snow and below-zero windchills are expected across much of the state this week. “If you can’t turn your heat on by this afternoon, you need to call a family member or friend and go stay with them.

2 months ago | marshallcountydaily.com | Michael Owens

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 13, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman provided an update on economic development, education funding, recidivism and reentry programs, federal funding freeze litigation, Agriculture Education Week, a new career and education website, Brigadier General Charles Young and the 57th annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast. The Governor also named Yared Nuguse, a distance runner from Louisville, as this week’s Team Kentucky All-Star. Economic DevelopmentGov.

2 months ago | marshallcountydaily.com | Michael Owens

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 6, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on economic development and Louisville’s Bourbon & Beyond festival; new legislation and fiscal notes; the latest winner of the #NewKYHome giveaway; an award to repair local bridges; addiction recovery efforts; cleaner water; improving outdoor spaces; and Super Bowl safety.

Nov 22, 2024 | marshallcountydaily.com | Michael Owens

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 21, 2024) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on economic development, funding to help communities recover from floods and tornadoes, Violence Against Women Act grant funding, Kentucky State Police’s annual food drive and medical cannabis. The Governor also provided an update on upcoming weather and named snow crews preparing the roads as this week’s Team Kentucky All-Stars. Economic DevelopmentLast week, Gov.