Nov. 7, 2025

Kentucky counties show support for veterans through Operation Green Light

The National Association of Counties is celebrating the fifth anniversary of Operation Green Light. Counties can show support for veterans by lighting buildings green now through Veterans Day, Nov. 11. By shining a green light, county governments and our residents will let veterans know that they are seen, appreciated and supported.  

To participate, counties are encouraged to to pass a resolution declaring your county’s participation in Operation Green Light and share pictures to social media and with NACo. Go to NACo's website to make sure your county is included on the Operation Green Light map!

Pictured: Montgomery County, McLean County, Shelby County, Jefferson County and Jessamine County

County jails in Kentucky - 2025 overview

Mandated to house individuals from arrest through sentencing—and often state inmates as well—jails have become one of county government’s most complex and costly responsibilities.

Local Assistance Road Program requests submitted to legislature

Kentucky lawmakers got their first look this week at the growing demand for road improvement dollars under the state’s new Local Assistance Road Program (LARP).

More than 1,200 project requests totaling $121 million have been submitted by counties and cities, setting the stage for key funding decisions during the 2026 legislative session. $89 million of those applications were from 107 counties.

Training opportunity: OSHA record keeping and reporting

This webinar will cover the importance of accurate OSHA logs and how inaccurate OSHA Logs can affect your organization. 

Date: Nov. 20, 2025

Time: 11 a.m. ET

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

Training hosted by Charles Taylor TPA, a KACo County Champion and insurance claims partner. Note: Registration form asks BWC Policy Number. Enter N/A.

The latest headlines from across Kentucky

• Hopkins County Fiscal Court works on waterway cleanup 
• Lifesaving equipment added to all Jessamine County sheriff’s cruisers
• Kentucky chief justice asks legislature for more funding for facilities and employee pay
• What SNAP cutoff means for one of the poorest counties in the US
• 'It's exciting getting water' | Local utility expanding water main to new streets across Campbell County
• Firefighter responds to choking 4-year-old, sparks jurisdictional debate in Anderson County
• 'Grenade to our economy'; Federal shutdown costing several Kentucky counties $100M in GDP each week 
• Old health department to be sold, industrial project moves forward
• Ballard County residents voice concerns over proposed insurance tax
• Kentucky celebrates opening of key connector in the I-69 Ohio River Crossing project

The 51st Annual KACo Conference & Exposition is next week!

Get a fresh new headshot at the conference

Stop by our headshot booth on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. to get a high-quality photo taken by our onsite photographer.

Whether you need a fresh image for your county website or social media, this is your chance to get a polished, professional photo – free of charge.

Technical assistance available

Stop by our technical assistance booths to connect with partners and get personalized support on a range of topics. Experts will be available throughout the conference to answer questions and help you find practical solutions tailored to your county’s needs.



• Opioid Settlement Funds

• IT and Cybersecurity

• Three+one

This week in pictures

KACo Senior Relationship Officer Rick Stiltner met with Scott County Judge/Executive Joe Pat Covington this week.

Fulton County Judge/Executive Jim Martin is pictured with the Fulton County Detention Center FACE (Fulton for Academy Construction Education) class and their newly completed sign for the Fulton County office building. 

KACo's Hollis Alexander with Henderson County Judge/Executive Brad Schneider at the ribbon cutting for Section One of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing.

Through Delta Regional Authority program funds, the Muhlenberg County Fiscal Court received $150,000 to conduct a water and wastewater regionalization feasibility study.

Woodford County Middle School students took over the Woodford District Courtroom to argue a case. They are pictured with Judge/Executive James Kay.

Congratulations to Nelson County for being the latest county that is StormReady.

Jefferson County Circuit Court Clerk David Nicholson welcomes circuit court clerks to their annual fall college this week in Jefferson County.

Logan County Jailer Joshua Toomey wearing a Halt suit for staff members who completed Taser 10 training.

Taylor County Judge/Executive Barry Smith, pictured with Janet Cowherd of the Lake Cumberland District Health Department, signs a proclamation for diabetes awareness.

Montgomery County officials signed a proclamation for Operation Green Light.

Carter County Clerk Mike Johnston has his office decked out with birdhouses made from license plates. The birdhouses are available for purchase as part of a fundraiser.

Magoffin County Judge/Executive Matt Wireman and Sheriff William Meade participate in trick-or- treating at a local school spooktactular. 

Madison County issued a proclamation recognizing Nov. 4-11 as Operation Green Light for Veterans Week.

The Jessamine County Road Department recently acquired two new dump trucks equipped with snow removal gear, including plows and salt spreaders. 

KACo's Rich Ornstein, Sydney Blodgett and Lauren Carr traveled to Washington D.C. this week to share how Kentucky counties are using opioid settlement funds in their communities. The event was hosted by NACo's Opioid Solutions Leadership Network.