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A Meade County bus driver is a finalist for a statewide education award.
Meade County Schools bus driver Regina Decker is one of three finalists for the Kentucky Association of School Administrators’ 2026 Fred Award, which recognizes exceptional support staff who make a lasting difference in Kentucky public schools.
According to the KASA, the mission of the Fred Award program is to shine a light on the unsung heroes of public education and recognize support staff who shape school culture through their daily actions. Districts nominate individuals who embody four defining qualities: making a positive difference each day, building meaningful relationships, creating memorable experiences, and leading by example.
Decker’s nomination describes her as a steady, caring presence in the lives of every child she serves, and says: “Through her consistency, warmth, and unwavering commitment, she elevates an often-overlooked role into one of powerful daily impact, embodying the very spirit of service, care, and excellence this award represents.”
Decker and the other nominees will be visited by a film crew to capture their story and the impact of their work. The videos will be reviewed by a panel, and the winner will be announced during the KASA’s annual leadership institute on July 31. Learn more about the award at www.kasa.org.
The Radcliff City Council met for a regular meeting Tuesday.
The council approved an ordinance which amended the meeting times for the city’s Forestry and Conservation Board, setting the meetings for 5:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of January, April, July, and October. The council also approved an update to the Radcliff Police Department’s policies and procedures concerning domestic violence and biased-based policing. When asked by Council Member Jerry Brown about wording in the policy concerning how officers greet somebody during a traffic stop, Radcliff Police Chief Jeff Cross said potential officers he interviews know they are held to a high standard but still have to defend themselves.
“You want to not get down to the level of someone else,” Cross said. “You want to try to stay above that and keep your cool. You want to deescalate the situation, always, if you can. Now there’s times that you can’t do that. We had two officers last week, they encountered a subject just like what you spoke about, and he bit both of them, and both of them had to go to the hospital.”
The first reading was held on ordinances rezoning 253 Battle Training Road from Residential-2 to Residential-4, rezoning the property on the south side of Battle Training Road between North Dixie Boulevard and Blair Hill Lane from R-2 to R-4, and rezoning 3366 South Wilson Road from R-2 to Commercial.
The first reading was also held on an ordinance amending the city Zoning Ordinance and Development Regulations.
“The purpose of the amendments is to update the city’s Zoning Ordinance in accordance with changes in state statutes regarding the definition and regulation of qualified manufactured homes as defined under state law,” said City Attorney Mike Pike, reading from the ordinance.
The amendment was recommended for approval by the city’s Planning Commission
The council also made a motion authorizing the conveyance of a lot at the Mill Pond Business Center to the Mid-Kentucky Kennel Club, and authorizing Mayor JJ Duvall to execute a purchase agreement for the property.
Junior members of the American Legion Auxiliary conducted a table setting ceremony in observance of the Month of the Military Child, which the city issued a proclamation to recognize April as. The members also led the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of the meeting.
The Radcliff City Council will next meet May 11.
Eligible households are encouraged to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program spring subsidy.
According to the Central Kentucky Community Action Council, applications for LIHEAP are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Benefits are paid directly to the household’s electric vendor. Receiving assistance through other LIHEAP cycles does not affect eligibility.
When applying, all applicants must provide all required documentation which includes proof of Social Security number or a permanent residence card for each household member, proof of income for all household members from the preceding month, your most current electric bill, and the account number and the name on the account for the electric bill.
The deadline to apply is May 22, or when funds run out. Visit your local Community Action office to begin an application. Call 270-692-2136 or visit www.ckcac.org to find your nearest office.