A new month is bringing a little extra flexibility for Kentuckians who need to take care of driver’s license business — especially for anyone who can’t make it in during the workweek.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced that all Driver Licensing Regional Offices across the state will be open this Saturday morning, offering extended hours as part of a new once-a-month schedule.
Offices will be open from 8:00 until 11:30 Saturday morning, and the best part for many drivers — no appointment is needed. Officials say customers can simply walk in and take care of eligible licensing services.
This Saturday opening is meant to help ease weekday congestion and give working families, students, and busy residents another option to stay up to date with their licenses and identification.
It’s important to note, however, that driver and permit testing services are not included during these Saturday hours. Those services are still handled separately by the Kentucky State Police and must be scheduled during regular testing times.
If you’re unsure where your nearest Driver Licensing Regional Office is located, the Transportation Cabinet encourages drivers to check online before heading out. Locations and details can be found through the state’s official driver services website.
Again, Driver Licensing Regional Offices statewide will be open this Saturday from 8:00 to 11:30, no appointment required — part of a new monthly effort to make services more accessible for Kentuckians.
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February is officially Heart Health Month, and local health leaders are encouraging everyone in our listening area to take a moment to focus on something we often take for granted — our hearts.
The Kentucky River District Health Department is reminding the community that National Wear Red Day is observed on the first Friday of February, and this year that falls on Friday, February 6th.
Wearing red may seem simple, but the message behind it is an important one. National Wear Red Day serves as a cornerstone of Heart Health Month, helping raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, which remains the number one health threat to women in the United States.
Health officials say the day is about starting conversations — at home, at work, and in the community — about prevention, early detection, and the everyday choices that can help protect heart health over the long term.
So whether it’s a red shirt, a jacket, or even just a small splash of color, residents are encouraged to wear red this Friday, February 6th, and stand in support of heart health awareness.
It’s a small gesture that helps shine a brighter spotlight on a very big issue — and a reminder that taking care of our hearts is something we can all be part of.
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Kentucky families facing heating emergencies this winter may qualify for help through the LIHEAP Winter Crisis Program, which runs from January 6th through March 27th, 2026.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program—known as LIHEAP—provides emergency help to households struggling to keep their homes warm during the colder months. Eligible Kentucky households with income at or below 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines may receive assistance if they are experiencing a heating crisis.
The program can help cover heating costs for electric, natural gas, propane, coal, wood, or fuel oil, with payments made directly to the energy provider. To apply, households must show proof of a crisis, such as a disconnect notice, past-due bill, or eviction notice related to heating costs.
Officials say receiving help through other LIHEAP programs earlier in the season does not affect eligibility for the Winter Crisis component. However, assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis, so residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Applications are handled through local Community Action Agencies. To find the outreach office serving your area, you can visit capky.org/network.
With cold temperatures continuing across the region, officials say this program is an important resource to help keep Kentucky families safe and warm this winter.