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18 Jun at 8:19 am

Experience Eastern Kentucky Like Never Before: Applications Open for the EKY Experience at the 2026 SOAR Summit

What does the future of Eastern Kentucky look like? At the 2026 SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, we don’t just want attendees to hear…

8 Jun at 5:50 pm

The 2026 SOAR Summit Is Returning to Corbin

The 2026 SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, is coming back to Corbin, Kentucky, October 7–9. And this year, it’s about something bigger than a…

5 Jun at 12:39 pm

A New Path Forward: From Eastern Kentucky to the Nuclear Energy Workforce

For generations, Eastern Kentuckians have powered this country. Now, a new opportunity is emerging — one that builds on the skills already here while opening doors to something more. Through…

26 May at 5:56 pm

Clay County Entrepreneurs Showcase Business Growth Through Launch + Leap Programs

Entrepreneurs from across Clay County gathered at EKU Manchester to showcase their businesses, growth plans, and community impact during the One Clay County (1CC) Launch + Leap Community Showcase. The…

26 May at 5:24 pm

Shining Stars Daycare Opens in Jenkins Following Completion of SOAR Accelerator Program

Families in Jenkins and the surrounding area now have access to a new childcare option as Shining Stars Daycare officially opens following completion of SOAR’s Social Enterprise Accelerator (SEA) program.…

22 May at 12:24 pm

Building Opportunity in Eastern Kentucky Starts with Believing in People

Eastern Kentucky has never lacked talent. What our region has lacked, for too long, is access to opportunity — and sometimes, the belief that opportunity is even possible. That’s why…

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