SUMMARY: Kentucky is experiencing a severe shortage of EMS workers, one of the worst in the country, as reported by the Board of Emergency Medical Services. Contributing factors include low pay, insufficient trainers in Western and Eastern Kentucky, and inadequate reimbursement rates for ambulance rides. As a result, fewer paramedics are available, which impacts patient care when higher-level services are needed. To address the crisis, suggestions include increasing ambulance service reimbursements and providing scholarships to encourage students to pursue EMT careers.

Kentucky has the worst EMS shortage in the United States.

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SUMMARY: A three-year-old boy, Ezekiel Russell, tragically died following a crash in Laurel County at the intersection of Kentucky 192 and Bogs Road. The incident occurred when the driver of an SUV failed to yield the right of way, colliding with a dump truck and sending both vehicles into a creek. The SUV driver and Ezekiel were airlifted to UK hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries on Sunday. A GoFundMe page has been established to assist the family with funeral expenses. The crash is currently under investigation by authorities.

A 3-year-old boy has died after a two-vehicle crash that happened in Laurel County over the weekend.

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SUMMARY: The owners of Locals believe their mission to provide access to healthy, locally grown food is vital for communities. Sharita Ingram and Sherrie Brown, frequent visitors from Southwest Louisville, support the store’s emphasis on Kentucky-grown products. Owner Burch Bragg advocates for “conscious capitalism,” aiming to pay local farmers fairly while ensuring food affordability through community support, grants, and programs like SNAP. The connected Pizza Pub serves as a key revenue source, showcasing regional ingredients and attracting customers. Bragg hopes the pub will encourage patrons to explore the grocery store, promoting awareness about the importance of buying local food.

New grocery, restaurant concept selling Kentucky products opens in Smoketown

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