Kentucky Governor Announces New Vaccine Eligibility

On March 18, 2021, Governor Andy Beshear announced that beginning on March 22, all Kentuckians 50 years and older can sign up for COVID-19 vaccination appointments. He also said that all Kentuckians ages 16 and older will be able to sign up by April 12. Three new regional vaccination locations are also opening, bringing the number of vaccination sites in Kentucky up to 570. Governor Beshear also announced that effective immediately, bars and restaurants can extend their operation time by one hour.