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The workforce behind the workforce: Child care costs are pushing Kentucky families to the breaking point
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (473+ words) LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) " Federal guidelines say child care is "affordable" if it costs 7% or less of a household's income, but a new Lending Tree report finds the average annual cost of care for two children " an infant and a 4-year-old…...
Lab tests find contamination in By Heart formula as botulism cases rise
4+ mon, 4+ week ago (666+ words) We are working to investigate the facts, conduct ongoing testing to identify the source, and ensure this does not happen to families again," By Heart wrote on its website. The FDA did not immediately respond to questions about the findings....
University of Kentucky seniors face a challenging job market as graduation approaches in just one month
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (400+ words) LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) " University of Kentucky seniors are facing a challenging job market as graduation approaches in one month. The economic challenges experienced across the country are landing on the doorstep of off-campus apartments and homes near the university. Nicole…...
'Real impact': Berea College student builds free science education platforms
2+ week, 2+ day ago (358+ words) BEREA, Ky. (LEX 18) " A Berea College student is having an international impact by helping physics students around the world learn through a variety of online academic platforms. Sophomore Alex Melnichenka traces his love of science back to his childhood. "When…...
Frankfort 13-year-old leads legislative push to make the rescue animal Kentucky's official state pet
2+ week, 2+ day ago (247+ words) FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) " A 13-year-old Frankfort seventh grader is leading a push to make the rescue animal Kentucky's official state pet. Ethan Branscum has been advocating for the change for years, and while time is running out on the legislative…...
Finding their voice: Kentucky 4-Hers visit the state Capitol to learn about civic engagement
3+ week, 2+ day ago (362+ words) FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) " 4-H is known for building head, heart, hands and health, but a recent event in Frankfort was all about voice. Over 300 Kentucky 4-H students turned that voice toward the state Capitol, taking a front-row seat to see…...
Kentucky counselor speaks out after audit finds foster children placed in unsafe housing
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (326+ words) (LEX 18) " A licensed drug and alcohol counselor is speaking out after a Mar. 9 report from the Kentucky Auditor's Office found foster children are being placed in unsafe temporary housing. Mary Hicks said she is frustrated by the issues detailed in…...