I’ve become almost obsessed about reading news about artificial intelligence, it’s development and the problems as it expands. While AI is being portrayed as the future as well as the end of our …

Due to recent events I felt I would prepare this statement to ensure my beliefs are clear. Earlier this year the Columbia City Council passed a measure to explore a possible sports complex for our …

As most of you know, I am the chairman of the Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority. I received a letter, dated March 5, 2026, from Mayor Pamela Hoots inquiring about possible land …

It is now 2026, and that means it’s local election year! For those of us involved or at least interested in our local community, it’s a time of great importance. We choose our leaders for the …

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time to remind ourselves that in our fast-changing digital world, protecting our information is just as important as protecting our homes and communities. …

By Sen. Max Wise Labor Day is a moment to pause and recognize the Kentuckians whose hard work keeps our communities strong. From classrooms to …

There has been much discussion about Deputy Judge Executive Bridget Compton and what some are calling the three jobs she now holds. Compton was administrative assistant, but shortly after Larry …

  Memorial ceremony observes 31 fallen KSP troopers and officers and 6 highway patrolmen FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 22, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky State Police …

WISE RECOGNIZED AS 2025  KENTUCKY FAMILY CHAMPION As Senate Majority Floor Leader, helped drive pro-family,  pro-faith, and fiscally responsible bills to the finish line …

“We were very fortunate and blessed compared to the injuries, fatalities and damages in other areas,” said Emergency Management Director Grant Loy. “We had some trees fall into …

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Representative Amy Neighbors   Literacy and Early Intervention: A Path to Success Literacy is the foundation of education. It is the ability to read, write, and …

SENATOR MAX WISE’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Week Seven of the 2025 Legislative Session Numerous bills headed to the governor’s desk late Friday night as the House and Senate …

Everyone’s eyes on are the federal government right now as we see President Trump causing an uproar with tariffs and his Elon Musk-led DOGE, the acronym for Department of Government Efficiency. …

Last week was important for the future of college athletics in Kentucky. Joined by University of Kentucky Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart and University of Louisville Athletics Director Josh Heird, …

  Continuing our commitment to educating Kentucky’s students Since taking the majority in 2017, the legislature has remained dedicated to improving the quality of Kentucky's …

  Week In Review: Statutory Committees and Upcoming Legislative Measures After kicking off part one of the 2025 Legislative Session last week, members have been hard at work in …

While most of our Commonwealth is wondering if the forecast of a major winter storm is going to become reality, members of the Kentucky General Assembly are preparing to convene on Tuesday, January 7 …