Kentucky Wildfires Newswire

Dwight Yoakam, Turnpike Troubadours & More To Play ‘LA Revival’ Wildfire Benefit Concert In Nashville

The Nashville community is coming together to raise money for the city of Los Angeles. Today, it was announced that a special benefit concert called LA Revival, presented by Thirty Tigers and Triple Tigers, will take place on Wednesday, February 19th at …

Kentucky volunteer helping California wildfire victims returns home

KENTUCKY (WKYT) - A volunteer helping California wildfire victims has returned home to Kentucky. John Sternberg, with the American Red Cross Bluegrass chapter, recently returned to central Kentucky after helping people recover from the historic massive …

Kentucky volunteer helping California wildfire victims returns home

Kentucky's own Chris Stapleton wins his 11th Grammy

Kentucky's own Chris Stapleton wins his 11th Grammy Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Updated: 10:03 AM EST Feb 3, 2025 RELIEF. WE LOVE L.A. THE GRAMMY AWARDS FEATURED MULTIPLE APPEALS TO HELP FIRE PLAGUED LOS ANGELES, AND TRIBUTES TO …

KY American Red Cross volunteer returns from California wildfires

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — This weekend two massive California wildfires have finally been contained, and LEX 18's Kayleigh Randle has been keeping up with a Kentucky American Red Cross volunteer as he helped the survivors. Three weeks ago, we …

Sen. Linda Ujifusa on responding to Trump, leadership in the RI Senate, and how to make progress on healthcare ...

The concern was that Senate President Dominick Ruggerio, now 76, was dealing with too many health issues to effectively lead the Senate. But Ruggerio maintained the presidency, and some of those who opposed him fell out of favor with his leadership. So can …

Opting for coexistence: Some Wisconsin landowners learn to live with beavers

Reading Time: 9 minutes We watch Wisconsin for you Get our free newsletter, The Wednesday Report, to see what we find. Click here to read highlights from the storyBeavers’ conflicts with humans include chewing trees, plugging culverts and flooding roads …

Opting for coexistence

Katie McCullough arrived in Wisconsin in 2021. Her COVID pandemic purchase of 36 acres near the village of Rio in the south-central part of the state was exactly what she was looking for. She had purchased the property, sight unseen. “I don’t regret it at …

Trump wants states to handle disasters without FEMA. They say they can’t.

State and local emergency managers are facing a serious question in the wake of President Donald Trump’s first few weeks in office: When disaster strikes, will they be able to count on the federal government? Trump has called the Federal Emergency …

I was arrested for protesting a pipeline. But I’m no zealot.

I had spent years absorbing the overwhelming and ever-expanding evidence that the primary cause of climate change is humans: our burning of gas, coal, and oil. This evidence was even acknowledged by fossil fuel companies themselves. I made minor tweaks to …

Vaqueros Saddle Club announces 2025 Gymkhana dates

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Old Farmer's Almanac forecasts California fire weather relief for some

What the Old Farmer's Almanac says about end-of-winter and spring weather in California How accurate Old Farmer's Almanac forecasts about California's winter were What the Old Farmer's Almanac says about spring 2025 across the United States …

Canada mounts retaliation to Trump’s tariffs

What's Behind the Tariffs? The motivation for this trade war has many analysts puzzled—Canadian and American alike. President Trump has been clear from the start that he wants governments in Mexico and Canada to do more to stem the flow of illegal …

Heinrich takes a prominent position on pushback against Trump actions

By Matthew Reichbach Note: This was written before Trump imposed tariffs on goods from Canada, Mexico and China. New Mexico’s delegation spent last week hammering Donald Trump over his attempt to freeze all federal founding grants.  The misfire, which was …

Who gets more disaster aid? Republican states. Experts explain that and more about FEMA

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal disaster aid is nearly everywhere. About 94% of Americans live in a county that has gotten Federal Emergency Management Agency help for disasters since 2011. WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal disaster aid is nearly everywhere. About 94% …

Read Justin Trudeau's speech in response to Trump's tariffs

On Saturday night shortly after 9 p.m. ET, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau delivered a speech on Parliament Hill announcing Canada's response to a 25 per cent tariff U.S. President Donald Trump is imposing on most Canadian goods. Here is a transcript of …

Inside Trump's Second-Term Torrent Of Chaos

Illustration: Damon Dahlen/HuffPost; Photos: GettyWASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s first week in office was a blitz of executive orders and memos — some important, others little more than press releases on fancy letterhead — designed to overwhelm …

Inside California horse racing's complex problems that could hurt the sport nationwide

As the wildfires devastated parts of the San Gabriel Valley, Santa Anita Park did what locals always have counted on the 80-year-old track to do. It stepped up and fulfilled its role as a community citizen. It canceled racing the first week after the fires …

Local notes: Northwest Arkansas Soup Sunday takes place today at the Rogers Convention Center

OZARK BALLET THEATER Ozark Ballet Theater recently announced open auditions for serious dancers aged 10 or older at noon Feb. 1 at 804 S.W. Regional Airport Blvd. in Bentonville. Selected dancers will gain acceptance into a rigorous program designed to …

PlanetBids Launches Disaster Recovery Bids to Aid Southern California Agencies Affected by Wildfires

PlanetBids' announces Disaster Recovery Bids to support recovery and rebuilding efforts for Southern California communities affected by the recent wildfires. STUDIO CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response …

Greene County Awarded $6.2 Million to Replace Poplar Springs Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $6.2 million to replace Greene County’s Poplar Bridge, which spans the Nolichucky River and was destroyed and submerged in the river when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. …

State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $9.77 million to replace Unicoi County’s Chestoa Pike Road Bridge which straddles the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when floodwaters from Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late …

Carter County Awarded $10.77 Million for Bridges Destroyed by Helene

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $10.77 million for emergency measures and the restoration of two Carter County bridges that cross the Elk River in Elizabethton. Both were destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in …

Affinity Group Publishing Spotlights Latest News on Mexico, Canada, China Tariffs

Explore thousands of news articles on global trade tensions, and other trending news, labeled by political bias WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With President Donald Trump's recent announcement of …

Empowering Equality: International Women's Day Gala Honors Inspirational Women and Supports LA Fire Relief Efforts

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Women's Day, which is designated on March 8th, is celebrated worldwide as a day honoring women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements …

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Brings Warmth Globally

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Provides Winter Aid to Eight Countries SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the harsh winter season exacerbates challenges for families worldwide, particularly those …

Reminder: Rental Requirement Begins March 1st for Direct Housing Participants

LAHAINA, Maui – Wildfire survivors currently in FEMA’s Direct Housing Program will be required to begin paying rent on March 1, 2025. The rental requirement will be in effect for the remainder of FEMA’s housing assistance program, which has been extended …

Returning Home after the LA County Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – As more Eaton Canyon and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods impacted by Los Angeles County wildfires open to residents, city and county officials caution that these areas are still dangerous, due to considerable risks remaining from waste, …

California Wildfires Could Be Stopped with "Natural Fire Hydrants"

AquaterreX Introduces Game-Changing Solution Using Deep Seated Water Technology ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaterreX has unveiled an innovative approach to combating California wildfires by …

Microamp Presents Military-Grade Data Security with Encrypted 5G mmWave Networks

Microamp released a solution brief on how organizations can achieve maximum security without compromising network performance for mission-critical operations. WARSAW, POLAND, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Microamp, in collaboration with …

Almost two thirds of top private equity energy portfolio companies are fossil fuel companies

Private Equity Climate Risks researchers update searchable database of top private equity energy portfolios CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Private Equity Energy Tracker has been updated through January …

Two Days Left for Georgians to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance

The deadline is quickly approaching for Georgia survivors of Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4—20. 2024) and Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024) in the counties designated for Individual Assistance to apply federal assistance. The application period to …

Don’t Wait! Friday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance in Mercer County, W.Va.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Friday is the last day for Mercer County residents to apply for FEMA Assistance if they had damages from the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FRIDAY, FEB. 7, 2025. FEMA assistance for …

ESTHER International and Visa to collaborate on payments solutions for humanitarian aid

New collaboration between ESTHER International and Visa aims to simplify and accelerate humanitarian aid payments for crisis-affected communities. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ESTHER International, the …

Kevin Miller Joins Extech Building Materials as Exterior Products Manager

Industry Veteran Strengthens Extech’s Expertise in Division 7 Solutions EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Extech Building Materials, the Tri-State area’s premier building materials supplier, is proud to …

OPIC Technologies Leads in 3D Livestream Technology: A New Way to Share Live News

OPIC Technologies' 3D livestream tech transforms live news, offering immersive, interactive storytelling that brings audiences closer to the action. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., …

FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida's Hurricanes

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $1.3 million to reimburse Florida communities for emergency work after Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby.  This includes:  $935,244 for Marion County for debris removal (Milton). $118,386 for Hernando …

FEMA Completes 167 Temporary Homes in Lahaina for Wildfire Survivors

LAHAINA, Maui – A community of 167 brightly colored temporary homes for wildfire survivors was completed this week on a Lahaina hillside where no housing existed a few months ago. The final modular home at the Kilohana group housing site, developed by the …

FEMA Extends Application Deadline for North Carolinians Affected by Tropical Storm Helene

HICKORY, N.C. – At the request of the state of North Carolina, Tropical Storm Helene survivors now have until March 8, 2025, to apply for assistance with FEMA. With the extended deadline, FEMA still strongly urges survivors to apply as soon as possible. …