Eastern Kentucky Report: Shaping Our Appalachian Region Blog

February 14, 2022

Trails and Entrepreneurship to take center stage at SOAR Mini Summit

For decades, the rugged landscape of Appalachia was a challenge. That is no longer the case. It has the opportunity to become the destination for all those seeking adventure. And…

February 11, 2022

2022 AMLER Grant Program Cheat Sheet: What You Need to Know

The impact of Congressman Rogers’ dedication to creating and fighting for the 2022 AMLER Grant Program is creating jobs across our region, bringing in new revenue, and supporting other investments in our coal mining communities.

Learn how to apply for the 2022 AMLER Grant Program in Eastern Kentucky.

February 9, 2022

How to Submit a Successful Application to Win Broadband Funding in Eastern Kentucky

This guide will walk you through how to apply for broadband funding to help lay fiber and pay for operations.

Learn how Eastern Kentuckians can benefit from broadband funding.

February 8, 2022

Around the Region: Let’s Talk Tourism

This week’s roundup is heavy on tourism. After all, tourism is big business in Kentucky, and we are making great strides in establishing Appalachia Kentucky as a destination. Let’s take…

February 6, 2022

Jim Host to keynote SOAR Mini Summit

Jim Host is known around the globe, but Ashland and Eastern Kentucky is home. The iconic figure in sports, marketing, and business will keynote SOAR’s first-ever Mini Summit, presented by…

January 31, 2022

Around the Region: January 24, 2021

Last week was about demos, workforce readiness, awards, celebrating and growing young entrepreneurs, and a tasty chocolat — if you are in or around Beattyville, you know that’s how it…

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