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Visitors Fuel Local Success - Driving record tourism impact in the Birthplace of Bourbon, Georgetown/Scott County, KY
EIN Presswire
Georgetown/Scott County Tourism drove a record $191.5M economic impact in 2025, supporting 1,259 jobs and strengthening local businesses and tax revenue.
Gov. Beshear Joins Horse Soldier Bourbon for Grand Opening of Horse Soldier Farms, a New $200 Million Distillery and Tourist Attraction in Somerset
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
SOMERSET, Ky. (July 1, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear joined local officials and leadership from Horse Soldier Bourbon to celebrate the grand opening of the company’s new $200 million distillery and full-scale bourbon tourism attraction in...
Global Learning, Student Research Lead Kentucky State Presence at NAPA Conference
Kentucky State University
Conference highlights student presentations, international engagement, and workforce development partnerships connected to the University’s Land-Grant mission FRANKFORT, Ky. — A 19-member delegation from Kentucky State University’s College of...
Paxton Under Fire For Abandoning Texas Ahead Of America’s 250th For Luxury European Vacation With His Mistress
Texas Democrats
San Antonio Current: “Ken Paxton caught on video jetting off to European vacation with alleged mistress” Chron: “Flying to Iceland for July 4—especially during America's semiquincentennial—won't exactly score him political points” Daily Beast:...
Gov. Beshear, Congressman Rogers Announce $6.6 Million To Extend Reliable Drinking and Wastewater Services and Support Economic Development in Eastern Kentucky
Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet - Naturally Connected
FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 24, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) announced $6.6 million in Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) program funds to support continued economic development and improve...
Palmetto Publishing Releases Paul David Combs's Civil War Era Novel Set in Appalachian Kentucky
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
Charleston, SC, June 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Palmetto Publishing has released A Time For Every Season, a new historical fiction novel by debut author Paul David Combs.
Hailey Newman Celebrates Love and Growth in New Country Pop Rock Single 'Life Together'
EIN Presswire
Kentucky singer-songwriter delivers an uplifting anthem about embracing life's journey together HI HAT, KY, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Rising country artist Hailey Newman is preparing to release her heartfelt new single,...
Gov. Beshear: Kentucky Receives National Recognition for Economic Growth
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 23, 2026) – The commonwealth continues to make waves for its record economic momentum as Gov. Andy Beshear announced today that industry publication Area Development has issued Kentucky its Silver Shovel Award for the second...
Farmstead Cheese Story Shows How Extension Supports Kentucky Small Farms
Kentucky State University
WEKU feature on Wildcat Mountain Cheese includes insight from Kentucky State University’s Laura Rogers on the challenges facing small farmers FRANKFORT, Ky. — A recent WEKU feature on Wildcat Mountain Cheese in Laurel County offered more than a...
Travel South USA Launches a Dedicated Nordic Trade Engagement Program
EIN Presswire
Campaign targets Swedish and Norwegian travel agents with destination training about the American South and marks the expansion of Hablo into the Nordic market ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, June 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Travel South USA, the...
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF REGENTS Regular MEETING
Kentucky State University
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF REGENTS REGULAR MEETING *** Meeting Will be Conducted in Person and by videoconference *** Friday, June 12, 2026 10:00 a.m. EDT Board of Regents Room Julian M. Carroll Academic Services Building, 2nd Floor 400...
Governor Beshear Rescinds Out-of-State Medical Cannabis Order: Local Access Now Required at Kentucky Dispensaries
EIN Presswire
Effective July 1, 2026, Kentucky patients must buy medical cannabis only from licensed in-state dispensaries like The Post Dispensary.
Historic Hilltop Campus of Kentucky State University Ranked Among the Commonwealth’s Most Beautiful
Kentucky State University
Recent listing highlights the scenic setting and welcoming grounds of the campus affectionately named The Hill FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky State University ranks No. 5 in a recent listing of “13 Kentucky College Campuses That Are More Than Beautiful...
Travel South USA Expands European Presence With First DACH Global Network Partner
EIN Presswire
ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, June 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Travel South USA (TSUSA), the official regional destination marketing organization for the southern United States, announced today the appointment of Global Communication Experts...
Kentucky Guard’s 940th Military Police Company partners with Ecuadorian forces for historic Exercise EL GATO, celebrates 30 years of partnership
DVIDS - Georgia
SALINAS, Ecuador—For many Kentucky Army National Guard Soldiers, annual training usually means familiar ground: Wendell H. Ford Regional Training Center, Camp Atterbury or Fort Knox. But for the 940th Military Police Company, this year’s training...
Gov. Beshear: Team Kentucky To Provide Workforce Training and Development for Over 7,400 Kentucky Workers
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 11, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted that Team Kentucky will provide workforce training and skills development to over 7,400 Kentuckians.
Paducah CVB Announces $326.7 Million Community Impact from Tourism
EIN Presswire
Paducah generated $326.7 million in economic impact in 2025, underlining its draw as an authentic destination for families, friends, and cultural travelers.
From the Dominican Republic to The Hill, Kentucky State graduate builds path through discipline and service
Kentucky State University
Somer Cedeno Jr. earned his degree in Criminal Justice after balancing academics, baseball, campus work, and an internship with University Police FRANKFORT, Ky. — One of the most meaningful parts of the moment when Somer Cedeno Jr. crossed the...
Gov. Beshear: $1.8 Million in State Funding Approved for Workforce Training To Support Nearly 2,300 Kentuckians
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 19, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted new momentum within the state’s workforce development initiatives, positioning communities around Kentucky for future economic success.
Gov. Beshear: Inked Brands To Relocate, Expand in Bowling Green With $10.7 Million Investment, Create 20 Kentucky Jobs
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 16, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced continued momentum within the state’s booming economy as Inked Brands, a rapidly growing diversified consumer products company, will relocate and expand in Bowling Green with a...
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