St. Elizabeth Healthcare has gained recognition for its efforts to help babies sleep safely. The healthcare provider received a Gold Safe Sleep Hospital designation due to its commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep, officials said. The recognition is from the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program and Cribs for Kids, a […]
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Construction of Walton-Verona Intermediate School progressing
Construction of the new Walton-Verona Schools Intermediate School is progressing in a timely manner, school officials said. “It’s moving right along,” Walton-Verona Independent Schools Facilities Manager Jeremy Key said during the district’s school board meeting. “They’re currently ahead of schedule.” The gym front wall is up, the side walls are up and work on the […]
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Walton-Verona Schools mulling school bus purchase
A new school bus purchase may be in the Walton-Verona Independent Schools future. The potential addition to the bus fleet was discussed during Thursday’s regular school board session. “What I’m requesting is an additional bus purchase,” Walton-Verona Independent Schools Transportation Manager Chris Schadler said. “When the bus that we ordered last year arrives, this year […]
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Boone County Schools hosts special needs transition forum
Missy Trame is a parent of a special needs student attending Union’s Ryle High School. So when she learned Boone County Schools was hosting an event to provide parents with information about special needs postsecondary opportunities, she made note. Parents and students gathered at the Ralph Rush Professional Development Center for Wednesday’s Special Needs Transition […]
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Boone County Public Library outlines strategic plan objectives
Early childhood education, local history and cultural experiences are key components of the Boone County Public Library’s Strategic Plan, officials said. The plan is centered around services, spaces and staff – with an eye toward ensuring Boone County residents have access to information enabling them to compete on a global level, Boone County Library Executive […]
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Boone County Schools to host special needs transition forum
Boone County Schools will host a meeting for parents and students seeking information about special needs postsecondary opportunities. The Special Needs Transition Forum is slated from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 27 at the Ralph Rush Professional Development Center, located at 99 Center St. in Florence, officials said. Postsecondary education includes universities and colleges, […]
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Daniel Cameron makes appearance at Boone County Senior Picnic
With the 36th annual Boone County Senior Picnic serving as the backdrop, Attorney General Daniel Cameron, the Republican nominee for governor, greeted and mingled with attendees on Wednesday. “I always enjoy being here in Boone County and it’s nice to be invited to this picnic; see so many familiar faces; and meet new people,” Cameron […]
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Boone County Public Library encourages membership during National Library Card Sign-Up Month
In recognition of September being designated National Library Card Sign-Up Month, the Boone County Public Library is encouraging residents to explore the benefits offered through card ownership. Access to technology, resources and services that can potentially expand horizons are possible via a library card – with the ability to borrow books, movies and music being […]
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Families brace for change as schools enact Kentucky’s new gender-related law
This story originally appeared in the Aug. 25 edition of the Weekly LINK Reader. To see these stories first, subscribe here. When Nancy Bardgett’s daughter came out as transgender, she said she was thankful that Jordan Bardgett was able to receive the care she needed. In addition to having a supportive family, Jordan, then a […]
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Boone County Public Library Foundation outlines its initiatives
The Boone County Public Library Foundation has outlined a trio of the organization’s key initiatives, according to the foundation’s web page. The endeavors include the Early Childhood Literacy/Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, in which a free book is provided to every child in Boone County from birth to five, to support kindergarten readiness. Also, the Boone County Borderlands Archive […]
