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January 26, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Boyle County is stepping up to combat rising domestic violence and enhance library services, prioritizing community support and engagement.

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Willow County Court Addresses Domestic Violence Cases and Library Tax Rates
Willow County Court discusses high domestic violence case volumes and library tax rates for 2023.
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September 25, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Boyle County is taking significant steps toward community welfare with new property negotiations and a groundbreaking transitional housing project to combat homelessness.

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Bullock County approves zoning for new transitional housing project and property negotiations
County magistrates approve a motion to negotiate property acquisition and zoning for homeless housing.
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August 13, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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The historic Crawford House is set for a summer revival, and you’re invited to see the transformation firsthand—don’t miss your chance to be part of this community milestone!

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Ted Steinbach plans open house for Crawford House restoration this summer
Discussions underway for summer open house showcasing Crawford House restoration efforts
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April 24, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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Boyle County is taking major steps towards sustainability by approving a grant for a glass pulverizer and tackling illegal dumping, but concerns over air quality from a local burner are heating up the debate.

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Boyle County awards glass pulverizer bid, applies for illegal-dump grant; long-running burn-site debate prompts air-quality monitoring request
Recycling officials recommended awarding a glass pulverizer contract and the court approved a grant application to clean an illegal dump site; residents and magistrates debated emissions from a county burner and voted to invite air-quality authorities to measure smoke during a burn.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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Boyle County Fiscal Court just approved over $2.27 million in bills and significant budget transfers, setting the stage for a busy month ahead!

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Boyle County fiscal court approves budget, cash transfers and $2.27M in bills
At its Sept. 8 meeting the Boyle County Fiscal Court approved prior meeting minutes, several budget and cash transfers including a $1,000,002.65 occupational tax transfer and bills totaling $2,271,537.78; the court also agreed to sponsor a local Halloween event.
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September 9, 2026 at 5:54 AM
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Boyle County's Fiscal Court has stepped in to save the Great American Brass Band Festival by approving 65% of its funding to cover unexpected losses from rain and sponsorship issues.

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Fiscal Court okays 65% of Brass Band Festival allocation to cover 2026 shortfall
The Boyle County Fiscal Court voted to release 65% of the festival allocation to the Great American Brass Band Festival after Director Michael Faros told the court rain and sponsor withdrawals left the event with large unpaid bills.
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August 28, 2026 at 11:49 AM
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Boyle County just took a giant leap in emergency response by approving a mutual-aid agreement with Danville Fire and introducing a groundbreaking app that could save lives!

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EMS mutual-aid agreement approved; PulsePoint app pitched with private startup funding
The court approved a mutual-aid agreement with the Danville Fire Department and heard an EMS pitch to adopt the PulsePoint app (Impact Medical offered to pay the $18,000 startup fee; annual maintenance estimated at $8,000).
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August 28, 2026 at 9:54 AM
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Boyle County Fiscal Court's recent meeting revealed exciting updates, from budget approvals to the acquisition of Crawford Springs Park valued at $50,000!

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Boyle County fiscal court approves routine transfers, tax rates and park deed in Aug. 25 session
At its Aug. 25 meeting, the Boyle County Fiscal Court approved prior minutes, budget and cash transfers, set compensating tax rates for county districts, accepted conveyance of Crawford Springs Park from the state, and approved several contractual adjustments including a cleaning-services COLA.
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August 28, 2026 at 10:35 AM
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A groundbreaking reentry program in Boyle County is transforming inmates into certified forklift operators, equipping them with vital skills worth $3,600 at no cost to taxpayers.

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County outlines 'Veil Rise' reentry training to certify jail participants as forklift operators
Officials described a grant-funded reentry program — dubbed Veil Rise — that will provide OSHA‑10 and forklift certification to qualifying county inmates at no taxpayer cost; staff said certifications are worth roughly $3,600 per person and partners include Bluegrass Workforce and KCTCS.
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August 12, 2026 at 6:33 PM
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Boyle County is set to redefine home ownership by allowing "qualified manufactured homes" in single-family zones, but what does this mean for local neighborhoods?

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Court approves second reading of zoning changes to allow "qualified manufactured" homes in single-family zones
Boyle County advanced second reading of Articles 2 and 4 for planning and zoning to add "qualified manufactured homes" into R-1 residential zones with aesthetic and material-contiguity requirements; magistrates asked staff to provide clearer printed drafts before final adoption.
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July 31, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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Boyle County is making a smart investment by purchasing a 2022 excavator after months of costly rentals, set to save thousands while serving multiple departments!

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Boyle County approves purchase of rental excavator from reserves after months of rentals
Boyle County Fiscal Court voted to buy a used excavator the county had been renting, approving a reserve transfer after staff said the dealer's quote, after rental-credit, was $118,007.57; the purchase is subject to a title check and verification of state contract pricing where applicable.
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July 31, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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Boyle County just took a big step towards enhancing recreational and economic opportunities by approving the purchase of a prime 42-acre property for $350,000!

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Boyle County votes to buy 42-acre Hoek Hollow Road property for $350,000, seeks city cost-sharing
The fiscal court authorized purchase of 42 acres at 820 Hoek Hollow Road (Elizabeth Estes property) at appraised price $350,000 and directed the judge executive to ask the city of Danville to split the purchase price; closing target date was identified as Aug. 23, 2026.
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July 31, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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Boyle County is set to acquire a prime 42-acre property in Junction City for $350,000, unlocking new economic and recreational opportunities for the community!

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Fiscal Court approves purchase of 42-acre Junction City property for $350,000, seeks city partnership
Magistrates voted to buy the Elizabeth Estes property at 820 Hoek Hollow Road (42 acres with buildings) for the appraised price of $350,000 and authorized the judge executive to ask the City of Danville to split the cost; the court set a tentative closing date around Aug. 23, 2026.
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July 30, 2026 at 1:14 AM
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Boyle County has taken a monumental step to preserve its historic courthouse by voting for a full $2.09 million restoration of the roof and cupola!

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Boyle County fiscal court votes to proceed with full courthouse roof and cupola restoration
After reviewing three options and discussing timing and potential state aid, Boyle County Fiscal Court voted to proceed with a full restoration of the historic courthouse roof and cupola, using a preliminary estimate of about $2.09 million; the legislature is expected to cover roughly half the cost.
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July 14, 2026 at 8:46 PM
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Boyle County is hitting the pause button on data center applications for a year to ensure thoughtful planning and community input!

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Boyle County Fiscal Court enacts 12‑month moratorium on data‑center applications
The Boyle County Fiscal Court adopted a 12‑month temporary moratorium on acceptance, review or approval of permits or applications related to the establishment, expansion, or construction of data centers, giving planning and zoning time to craft local standards and public education.
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June 13, 2026 at 1:57 PM
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Boyle County is taking a bold step to enhance emergency medical services with new grant applications aimed at boosting staffing and training—could this transform community health?

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Boyle County approves EMS grant applications and state‑matched paramedic training
The fiscal court approved applying for a $50,000 community education grant and a Rural Health Transformation grant up to $650,000 to sustain and expand crisis response and community paramedicine; it also approved a $21,000 paramedic‑training agreement with state matching.
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May 29, 2026 at 6:58 PM
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Boyle County has officially hit pause on data center applications until 2027, raising alarms over water use, health risks, and utility costs!

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Boyle County enacts moratorium on data center applications through June 2027
Facing concerns about water, health and electric‑rate impacts, the Boyle County Fiscal Court voted to impose a moratorium on data center applications in the county through June 2027 while planning and zoning develops language and holds a workshop.
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May 29, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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Boyle County is launching a groundbreaking pilot program to help families overcome financial barriers when seeking involuntary treatment for loved ones struggling with addiction.

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Boyle County to pilot $50,000 fund to ease barriers to involuntary substance‑use petitions
County Judge Trilly Elbottom and court members approved exploring a one‑time $50,000 pilot, ideally matched by the city of Danville, to help families file Casey’s Law petitions by covering filing fees, evaluations and capped attorney costs; the court asked staff to set guardrails and means testing.
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May 29, 2026 at 2:16 PM
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Boyle County Fiscal Court just approved a whopping $86.4 million budget, unveiling critical cash transfers and funding for major projects like a new EMS center!

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Boyle County Fiscal Court approves budget and cash transfers, takes first reading of $86.4 million budget
At a special May 12 meeting in Danville, the Boyle County Fiscal Court approved $145,992.81 in budget transfers, a set of cash transfers including $1.72 million from the occupational tax fund to the general fund, and completed first reading of the county'wide $86,403,562 budget. The court also approved the annual County Road Aid resolution and several contract and change-order items.
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May 16, 2026 at 6:22 AM
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Boyle County's fiscal court is caught in a heated debate over the critical role of state inmates in jail operations, with financial implications that could hit taxpayers hard.

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Fiscal court schedules workshop after heated debate over state inmate contracts and jail costs
A lengthy April 14 debate in Boyle County's fiscal court laid bare disagreements over the cost and operational role of state inmates in county custody. The jailer urged caution about losing inmate labor; some magistrates pressed for a financial breakdown before considering ending contracts or building capacity.
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April 16, 2026 at 7:45 AM
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Boyle County is paving the way for industrial growth with crucial plat approvals that could unlock 78.5 acres for business development!

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Court approves plats for Stewart’s Lane and Constitution Square; EDA projects move forward
The fiscal court approved the Stewart's Lane subdivision plat (right-of-way reduction to 60 feet) and accepted a recorded Constitution Square survey; EDA representatives described the North Stearns Lane site readiness steps for industrial development.
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March 8, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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Boyle County is gearing up for a major transformation with plans for spring cleanup at the fairgrounds and a visionary expansion of Millennium Park!

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Parks and recreation: Boyle County discusses fairgrounds clean-up, Millennium Park vision and approves trail social media outreach
Parks and Recreation Director Tommy Bart asked the court to consider surplus and reuse of fallen fairground barnwood, boulders and old fences; magistrates discussed a joint city-county Millennium Park vision and approved starting a Facebook/Instagram page for the Pine Knob Trail project.
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January 15, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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Boyle County Fiscal Court has approved a significant 2026 budget for the clerk's office, alongside crucial financial transfers and the purchase of a new Dodge Ram dump truck!

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Fiscal Court approves county clerk's 2026 budget and a series of transfers, bills and purchases
Boyle County Fiscal Court approved County Clerk Casey McCoy's 2026 budget and a $796,000 salary cap for the clerk's office; the court also approved budget transfers totaling $7,826.80, cash transfers including $266,679.05, payment of bills totaling $747,492.62 (including an enterprise bill), and a purchase of a Dodge Ram dump truck for $87,134.
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January 15, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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Boyle County is set to undergo a groundbreaking cybersecurity assessment that promises to uncover vulnerabilities and enhance digital defenses.

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Boyle County to receive cybersecurity assessment from Kentucky Cyber Resilience Initiative
IT Director Bill Nichols introduced a National Guard/Kentucky Cyber Resilience Initiative team that will perform a voluntary cybersecurity assessment and provide remediation recommendations aligned to the NIST framework; the court heard questions about AI-related detection limits during the discussion.
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January 15, 2026 at 3:22 PM