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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…

August 14, 2022

SBA Extends First Payment Due Date of Disaster Loans to One Year for KY Businesses and Residents

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced it has extended the first payment due date on disaster loans for residents and businesses impacted by the Kentucky severe storms, flooding, landslides, and…

August 14, 2022

SBA announces additional Business Recovery Center locations

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that two Business Recovery Centers (BRCs) will open on Monday, Aug. 15 in Elkhorn City and Virgie, Kentucky. These BRCs are established…

August 10, 2022

SOAR joins collaborative effort to support businesses in flood recovery

Leaders of seven nonprofit organizations serving Eastern Kentucky have joined together to support small businesses as they recover from the catastrophic flooding that occurred on July 28.

Eastern Kentucky flood relief assistance

August 9, 2022

SOAR Summit Exhibit Hall application opens

The application for the SOAR Summit Exhibit Hall, presented by MAI Management Advisors, is open. The Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, will be held on…

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