Calls to the police helped them locate and charge a reckless driver. Jeffrey Brownell was seen weaving down South Main and the police said he was unable to maintain his lane. During the traffic stop, Brownell was unstead on his feet. He said he had taken pain medication due to an automobile collision earlier in the week. A sobriety test indicated he was impaired and unable to concentrate. Brownell was charged with driving under the influence of a pain relief medication.
The Hopkins County Regional Chamber of Commerce is promoting Leadership Hopkins County. It’s intended to develop a source of informed, civic-oriented volunteer leaders who are interested in helping direct the city and county’s future by fostering a higher level of civic and community concern. To learn more, visit the Facebook page of the Hopkins County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
In Washington, Congressman James Comer says these are unusual political days. On Fox News, he said the political parties have never been farther apart.
The Pennyrile Area Development District says there’s a need for certified volunteers and friendly visitors in the ombudsman program. It’s an important position because these people can make a difference in the life of a long term care resident by spending as little as one hour a week visiting residents in nursing homes or personal care homes. The contact person at PADD is Cindy Tabor.
Nearly every conversation about improving Madisonville’s roads includes South Main Street. Many times over the years, the mayor has reminded everyone that the city is not allowed to work on it because it is a federal highway. Additionally, Mayor Cotton says it’s not your average road improvement project.
The governor continues to push the Pre-K Pilot Program. Since the initiative was launched 14 months ago, over 66-thousand Kentuckians have written their state legislators asking them to support expanding access to preschool. The governor says Preschool is the single most effective way for every child to get the start they need. He suggests that people visit the website pre-k-4-all-dot k-y dot G-O-V.
Kentucky and 45 other states are filing suit against a financial platform that allows users to send, receive, and save money known as CashApp slash Block. They can also use debit cards; invest in stocks and bitcoin; apply for personal loans; and file taxes. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau began their investigation after learning that CashApp/Block allegedly used unfair and deceptive business practices. Attorney General Russell Coleman has secured more than half a million dollars for defrauded CashApp users in Kentucky.
The Department for Community Based Services says there is still time to apply for Summer E-B-T. The application window will remain open until August 15th. If your family has questions, you should contact your local Department for Community Based Services.
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