Search underway for bear involved in attack on hiker Sunday in Red River Gorge

Posted by John Humphress on Jun 29, 2010

FRANKFORT, Ky. – More than a dozen wildlife and law enforcement officers are actively searching for a black bear that attacked a hiker Sunday afternoon in the Red River Gorge Geological Area north of Campton, Ky.

Department for Public Health Issues Safety Guidelines for Warm Temperatures

Posted by Alisha on Jun 24, 2010

With the summer heat predicted to peak this week, issues like overexertion, heat stroke and dehydration have become important public health concerns.

“Summer weather is inviting and encourages many of us to spend more time outdoors, but the rising temperatures also present serious health concerns,” said Department for Public Health Commissioner William Hacker, M.D. “Everyone should follow simple precautions that keep us safe from heat-related illness and injury.”

Free Nights for Qualified Veterans at Kentucky State Parks

Posted by John Humphress on Jun 22, 2010

FRANKFORT, Ky.–Beginning July 14, 2010 the Kentucky Department of Parks will offer qualifying military veterans three free nights of accommodations per year at any Kentucky State Park lodge, cottage or campground.