‼️ DEADLINE APPROACHING Friday, Jan. 17 is the deadline to apply for grant funding from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission. Prevention, treatment and recovery are the commission's areas of focus for this funding cycle. Learn more: kaco.org/articles/opioi…

This week's roundup of counties in the news features some heroic actions and quick thinking! 🥶 Officers save a woman from an icy pond 👶 A deputy helps deliver a baby along interstate 🚛 An inmate work crew pulls a driver out of an overturned truck kaco.org/articles/count…

Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy lives on. #mlkday2025

As our nation welcomes President Trump back to the White House, we look forward to working with his administration and continuing a strong intergovernmental relationship that delivers meaningful results for counties. whitehouse.gov/administration…

It's been a busy week in Washington, and our friends at NACo are launching a new series for members to learn more about the impacts that new developments will have on county governments. Learn more about NACo's First 100 Days series: naco.org/event/naco-mem…

If your county organization needs any of these Chevrolet vehicles, don’t wait—secure your order before it’s too late. kaco.org/articles/2025-…

KACo President and Harlan County Judge/Executive Dan Mosley recently moderated a discussion with Kentucky House Speaker David Osborne and Senate President Robert Stivers. Read a transcript of their Q&A from the KCJEA Conference. kaco.org/articles/q-a-w…

#PresidentsDay

First responders, EM personnel, road crews, along with state and local officials have worked around the clock responding to flooding all over the state. Challenge after challenge, counties are committed to stepping up, working together and serving their communities.

SB 10, sponsored by Sen. Robby Mills, passed out of the Senate State & Local Gov Comm Wednesday. This legislation is an initiative of the Kentucky Sheriffs Assoc, creating a shared responsibility model between employer & employee for covering higher costs of retiree healthcare.

Webster County Judge/Executive Steve Henry led a discussion at the Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities Forum during the NACo Legislative Conference. kaco.org/articles/webst…

A statewide tornado drill is set for Wednesday, March 5, in conjunction with Severe Weather Awareness Week. kaco.org/articles/march…

📢 NEW DATE - Due to weather concerns Wednesday, the Kentucky State Tornado Drill has been rescheduled to Friday, March 7 at 10:07 a.m. ET / 9:07 a.m. CT.

People recovering from the impact of recent severe storms, flooding and straight-line winds in Kentucky may be eligible for food assistance through USDA’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Learn more ⬇️ usda.gov/about-usda/new…

Honoring the brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom this Memorial Day.

You're never too young to learn about local government and the importance of civic engagement! 📓👩‍🏫🌠 With students back in the classroom, now is a perfect time for county officials to connect with their local schools. kaco.org/articles/back-…

Substance use recovery takes more than treatment, it takes support. The next session of KACo's Opioid Solutions Series will highlight innovative programs providing legal help and housing for people in recovery. 📌 Thurs., Aug. 21 - 11 am ET Register: kaco-org.zoom.us/meeting/regist…