Archive: Apr 2020

Response funds awarded to local nonprofits

Posted April 28, 2020

MOREHEAD, Ky. — The Morehead-Rowan County COVID-19 Response Fund, a charitable fund established by the Rowan County Community Fund, will provide critical support to vulnerable populations in Morehead and Rowan County who are adversely affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. Your donations to this charitable fund will provide grants to nonprofit organizations in Rowan County with strong experience delivering services related to food, healthcare, childcare, transportation and the elderly.  As of April 28, 2020, $11,500 in grants have been awarded to local 501(c)(3) organizations to address needs in Morehead and Rowan County. Gateway Area Development $1,000 was awarded to provide… Read More

Morehead-Rowan County-Lakeview Heights Joint Planning Commission Meeting

Posted April 27, 2020

May 6, 2020 12:00 noon EST.SPECIAL MEETING VIA ZOOM/FACEBOOK LIVE AGENDA Roll CallApprove Meeting MinutesNew Business2nd approval request for Starbucks development at Hampton WayInitial development for a quadplex on Kentucky AveInitial development for a 6-plex on Old Flemingsburg RdInitial development for multi-unit project on KY 519Discussion of Comprehensive Plan reviewMiscellaneousAdjourn… Read More

City to be represented in a regional roundtable discussion

Posted April 22, 2020

Visit ARC’s Facebook page for more information. Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)’s Appalachian Leadership Institute is hosting a Facebook live roundtable discussion on the COVID-19 response across Appalachia. The discussion, moderated by Bruce Decker of Collective Impact, will include the following Institute fellows: Luke Glaser, Beau Harbin, Josh Sawyers, Denny Wayne Robinson, Jesse Turner, and Laura White-Brown. Tune in at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28 to hear six #AppalachianLeaders, including the mayor of the City of Morehead, discuss their communities’ responses to #COVID19, the challenges they face and the successes they’ve realized.  Attendees… Read More

Rowan County has second confirmed positive case of COVID-19

Posted April 20, 2020

MOREHEAD, Ky. — A second Rowan County resident has tested positive for COVID-19. The patient is following all the necessary protocols and guidelines at home during this time. We will not provide additional details publicly regarding the identity of this person out of respect for them and the abidance of medical privacy law.   The Kentucky Department of Public Health has begun their investigation to determine whom the individual has come into contact with, where they have been, where they work, etc. Individuals whom the KDPH believe came in close contact with the individual during the disease’s incubation period will be notified and contacted by… Read More

City Park reopens to foot traffic

Posted April 17, 2020

The Don Greenhill City Park walking and running path will be open to the public as of Friday, April 17, 2020, at 6 p.m. Rodburn Park and Community Park will remain closed to the public. Picnic shelters, playground equipment, dog park and all athletic fields will also remain closed to the public at the Don Greenhill City Park. Please remember to follow proper social distancing, stay six feet apart and no groups. For more information about the City of Morehead’s response to COVID-19, visit morehead-ky.gov/COVID19. Read More

Rowan County has first confirmed positive case of COVID-19

Posted April 9, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MOREHEAD, Ky. — A Rowan County resident has tested positive for COVID-19. The city and county are prepared and have taken the necessary steps to ensure the patient is following all the necessary protocols and guidelines at home. We will not provide additional details publicly regarding the identity of this person out of respect for them and the abidance of medical privacy law. This is what we have been expecting and planning for since evidence of spread has existed in the nation and the Commonwealth.  The Kentucky Department of Public Health has begun their investigation to… Read More

SCH Expands COVID-19 Testing Capacity

Posted April 8, 2020

For Immediate ReleaseApril 8, 2020 MOREHEAD, Ky. — Individuals throughout St. Claire HealthCare’s (SCH) service region now have increased access to COVID-19 testing. We know our community has wanted improved access to COVID-19 testing and so have we,” said Donald H. Lloyd, II, SCH President/CEO. “We are happy to announce, beginning Thursday, April 9, St. Claire will begin offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing for those who meet criteria determined by the Kentucky Department of Public Health (KDPH).” Drive-thru testing will be available by appointment only and individuals are required to be pre-screened in advance to determine if they meet the… Read More

City of Morehead parks closed to the public

Posted April 5, 2020

April 5, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MOREHEAD, Ky.— All City of Morehead parks including City Park, Rodburn Park and Community Park will be closed to the public effective Monday, April 6, 2020, at 8 a.m. This includes picnic shelters, playground equipment, hiking trails, walking/running paths, and all athletic fields.  For specific questions about Parks and Recreation appointments please call 606-784-8686. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time. Read More

Rowan County Community Fund launches COVID-19 response fund

Posted April 2, 2020

April 1, 2020 (Morehead, Ky.) – The Rowan County Community Fund Board of Advisors announced the creation of the Morehead-Rowan County COVID-19 Response Fund to provide critical support to vulnerable populations in Rowan County who are adversely affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. This charitable fund will provide grants to nonprofit organizations in Rowan County with strong experience delivering services related to food, healthcare, childcare, transportation and the elderly. The Rowan County Community Fund Board of Advisors will work with Morehead Mayor Laura White-Brown and Rowan County Judge Executive Harry Clark to assess our community’s needs and determine the most… Read More