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From Library Shelves to Remote Success: How SOAR’s Code Kentucky Program Opened New Doors

7 months ago

Education, News & Updates, Opportunities, Partnership, Workforce Development

For nearly two decades, Allison Chandler, a dedicated librarian, spent her days organizing books and assisting patrons. But a desire for change and a passion for learning led her to…

Breaking Into Tech: Robert Shepherd’s Journey from Healthcare to Web Development with SOAR’s Code Kentucky Tech Training Program

7 months ago

Education, Opportunities, Workforce Development

At SOAR’s Code Kentucky Tech Training Program, we celebrate stories of transformation and success, like Robert Shepherd’s inspiring career pivot from healthcare to web development. As a graduate of SOAR’s…

Improving Broadband in Harlan County: A Path to Economic Growth

7 months ago

Economic Development, Government, Grants, Last Mile & Broadband, News & Updates

Harlan County, Kentucky, is on the verge of a transformative opportunity. A recent study conducted by FarrPoint, in collaboration with Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) and the nonprofit impact fund…

Experience EKY Like Never Before at the 2024 SOAR Summit

9 months ago

Events, News & Updates, Opportunities

The SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, is back for its tenth year, and it’s bigger and better than ever. As Appalachia’s Premier Event, the…

10 Things You Need to Know About the SOAR Summit

10 months ago

Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Events, Government, Grants, Healthy Communities, Industrial, Innovation Clients, Last Mile & Broadband, News & Updates, Nonprofit, Opportunities, Tourism, Workforce Development

The SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, is one of the most significant events for professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders focused on the future of…

Registration for the 2024 SOAR Summit is Now Open

1 year ago

Events, News & Updates, Opportunities

Shaping Our Appalachian Region has launched registration for its annual Summit. It is set for October 16-18 in the city of Pikeville and is presented by Appalachian Wireless and the…

Kentucky’s Broadband Initiative: Your Speed Test Matters!

1 year ago

Government, Grants, Last Mile & Broadband, News & Updates

Do you have slow Internet or no Internet at all? Feel like your voice hasn’t been heard? You can change that! It’s as easy as a Speed Test. Kentucky stands…

No Holler Left Behind: USDA Announces SOAR As Recipient of Broadband Technical Assistance Grant

1 year ago

Grants, Last Mile & Broadband, News & Updates

At Shaping Our Appalachian Region, we’re committed to ensuring that every corner of Eastern Kentucky has access to affordable, reliable internet. It’s a key component of our Blueprint and a…

New $6.3M Grant Will Help SOAR, Partners Expand Broadband Access in 12 Appalachian States

3 years ago

Government, Grants, Last Mile & Broadband, Opportunities

We are proud partners of Accelerating Access: Preparing Appalachian Communities for Digital Equity, a new Connect Humanity project funded by a $6.3M grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). The…

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From Library Shelves to Remote Success: How SOAR’s Code Kentucky Program Opened New Doors

Breaking Into Tech: Robert Shepherd’s Journey from Healthcare to Web Development with SOAR’s Code Kentucky Tech Training Program

Improving Broadband in Harlan County: A Path to Economic Growth

Experience EKY Like Never Before at the 2024 SOAR Summit

10 Things You Need to Know About the SOAR Summit

Registration for the 2024 SOAR Summit is Now Open

Kentucky’s Broadband Initiative: Your Speed Test Matters!

No Holler Left Behind: USDA Announces SOAR As Recipient of Broadband Technical Assistance Grant

New $6.3M Grant Will Help SOAR, Partners Expand Broadband Access in 12 Appalachian States

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