LIBERTY, KY – The speech therapy that Allison Sallee received as a child gave her the inspiration to pursue a career in the field. Today, her education, work experience, and love for helping children have provided the courage she needed to open her Read More
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Congressman Rogers Announces $4.6 Million in COVID-19 Economic Relief in Southern and Eastern Kentucky
This is a news release from the Office of Fifth District Congressman Harold Rogers. WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05) announces nearly $4.6 million in COVID-19 relief funds for four community development financial Read More
LION to Reopen Beattyville Manufacturing Facility After More Than a Decade
This is a news release from the Office of Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear’s office. FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 24, 2021) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced LION First Responder PPE Inc., a manufacturer of firefighter garments and other first responder Read More
Rockcastle Couple Expands Business During Pandemic, Thanks to SKED and EDA Cares Act
MOUNT VERNON, KY – You can find nearly everything but the kitchen sink at Lone Star Farm and Home. The owners don't carry sinks in stock, but they can order one for you. That's the type of attitude Neal and Valerie Sluder keep. That's the type of Read More
SKED Spearheads Workforce Development Team to Help HDS During Post-Pandemic Recovery
Human resource managers have had a steep learning curve over the past year. In many ways, they were on the front line following the economic shutdown. Response and recovery have taken time and help. In fact, it's still under way. Kim Chasteen, Read More
Bear Precision Coatings Hiring for Multiple Positions in Jackson County
Bear Precision Coatings is hiring for a number of positions at the company's new facility in Jackson County, Ky. The manufacturer produces high-end parts for a motor vehicle company. Open positions include: Paint Line Assembly Operator (4 Read More
Goose Creek Candle Hiring in Casey County
Goose Creek is expanding in many departments. The family-owned Casey County business has job openings in customer service, order picking and more. You can apply online here > www.goosecreekcandle.com/apply Read More
Firestone Industrial Products to Expand Whitley County Facility, Create 250 Jobs
This is a news release from the Office of Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear's office. FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 27, 2021) – Firestone Industrial Products Co. LLC leaders plan to create 250 full-time jobs in Williamsburg with a $50 million expansion of Read More
Success Story Spotlight
SKED Helps Pulaski Woman Sell Her Products Online
Kimberly Rogers doesn’t trust the future of her beloved small business to just anyone. The Pulaski County resident and Piccoli Horses™ owner has worked with SKED since her company’s inception in...Read More