Eastern Kentucky Report: Shaping Our Appalachian Region Blog

August 24, 2022

We’ve released the preliminary agenda for the SOAR Summit

The SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, is Appalachia’s premier event. Why? It starts with you and targeted programming empowering people and communities to identify…

August 21, 2022

Updated SBA Business Recovery Center information

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that a Business Recovery Center (BRC) will open on Monday, Aug. 22 at the Hindman City Hall, Knott County, Kentucky. The BRC is…

August 18, 2022

Weekly roundup: Highlighting big developments around the region

This week’s roundup features some big developments. Literally. From high-tech agriculture, youth entrepreneurship, and an Emmy, yes that’s no typo, we have a lot to celebrate. We also have a…

August 16, 2022

Federal Grant Opportunity for Middle Mile Broadband

The Middle Mile Grant is accepting applications for middle-mile broadband projects in Eastern Kentucky. Find out who’s eligible and what you need to apply.

August 15, 2022

SOAR Summit to offer training hours for elected leaders and government employees

Elected officials and employees of county and city governments are eligible for training hours through the Kentucky Department for Local Government and Kentucky League of Cities through programming provided at…

August 15, 2022

Invest 606 accepting applications for accelerator program

Applications are open for the Invest 606 Accelerator. Invest 606 is a nonprofit that works to catalyze growth in the 606 area code connecting entrepreneurs with the resources they need…

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