Hoskinson said most of America’s fraudulent claims are being paid to Nigeria.
A state task force comprised of state and federal officials is working on other ways to continue improving the Kentucky unemployment system to prevent fraud.
To date, more than 132,000 Kentucky residents have reset their pins and re-registered. Since mid-April, unemployment call centers have taken over 51,000 calls for assistance on claims.
Hoskinson added they would soon be adding more call center shifts to allow centers to be open later during the week and possibly operate during weekends.
During the discussion, Hoskinson said the work search requirement went into effect Sunday for every person on Kentucky unemployment. He added they are the 22nd state to re-instate the requirement, following Indiana.
Hoskinson said most of America’s fraudulent claims are being paid to Nigeria.
A state task force comprised of state and federal officials is working on other ways to continue improving the Kentucky unemployment system to prevent fraud.
To date, more than 132,000 Kentucky residents have reset their pins and re-registered. Since mid-April, unemployment call centers have taken over 51,000 calls for assistance on claims.
Hoskinson added they would soon be adding more call center shifts to allow centers to be open later during the week and possibly operate during weekends.
During the discussion, Hoskinson said the work search requirement went into effect Sunday for every person on Kentucky unemployment. He added they are the 22nd state to re-instate the requirement, following Indiana.
Christian County and the Kentucky Division of Waste Management will host a Waste Tire Collection Event in a few weeks.
Pennyrile Area Development District Associate Director Amy Frogue told the News Edge the event would be held at Hopkinsville Elevator – Caskey Branch at 4785 Pembroke Road.
Christian County magistrates approved resolutions that dealt with possible funding for improvements at Ruff Park and a new access road for the James E. Bruce Convention Center and the Sportsplex.
Pennyrile Area Development District Associate Director Amy Frogue told magistrates Tuesday the funding for improvements at Ruff Park could come from a Land and Water Conservation Fund matching grant.
The concession stand and restrooms at Ruff Park are said to have been built in the 1970s. The park is utilized for youth league sports and other activities.
Magistrates also approved a resolution for $341,300 in funding to construct a second entrance and road to the Bruce Convention Center and Sportsplex.
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