Eastern Kentucky Report: Shaping Our Appalachian Region Blog

July 19, 2022

Weekly Roundup | Wrapping up and launching was the name of the game

This week’s roundup wrapped up a few things, launched a few things, and included a showcase of Whitley County. Let’s recap. Healthcare Action Plan released Not much compares to the…

July 18, 2022

Alternative Business Financing for Entrepreneurs in Eastern Kentucky

Explore opportunities for alternative business financing. Learn how EPADs, opportunity zones, and new market tax credits can help you grow your business.

July 18, 2022

Increasing Digital Literacy via the EKY Online! Initiative

We have to make digital literacy a priority. EKY Online! will help participants increase digital skills, gain confidence, and earn remote jobs.

July 13, 2022

17 students complete first-ever Appalachian Nursing Academy

We are proud to announce the completion of the first-ever Appalachian Nursing Academy (ANA). The Academy was made possible through funding from the Kentucky Department for Public Health. The ANA…

July 13, 2022

Weekly Roundup: Addressing healthcare workforce solutions

In Eastern Kentucky, we can do anything. Why? Because we work together. That’s at the core of this week’s roundup. Let’s dive right in. The HEART of the healthcare workforce…

July 11, 2022

How Community Placemaking Goes Hand-in-hand with Economic Development

Investing in community placemaking will help the EKY economy grow. KY PATH has made it a priority — find out how you can take action for your town or county.

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