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The Kentucky Office of Rural Health to host EMS Listening Tour in Hindman, Ky
Pikeville, Ky- The Kentucky Office of Rural Health will host a statewide Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Listening Tour in February and March, making stops in eight communities across the Commonwealth to better gauge the current state of rural EMS services. Tour sessions will allow EMS professionals, hospital and clinic administrators and staff, health department staff, state and local government officials, community members and other interested parties the opportunity to share their insights about the
Patton Leadership visits state capitol, meets with state leaders
Frankfort, KY (February 17, 2020) – The 2020 Patton Leadership Institute class visited Frankfort on Thursday, February 13 to learn about the state’s government, visit the state’s capitol building, observe a senate session, and meet with state officials. “The Frankfort session is always a special one for our program as it gives the participants a chance to see how the state’s government works, and how local legislators are working for them,” said Jordan Gibson, Southeast Kentucky Chamber president and
UPIKE’s Coleman College of Business Leadership Series set for February 26
PIKEVILLE, Ky. – The University of Pikeville’s Coleman College of Business will host a Speakers and Leadership Series event on Wednesday, February 26, at 1 p.m. in Record Memorial Building’s Booth Auditorium. UPIKE alumnus Tim Hatfield (PC’92) will serve as the featured guest speaker with his presentation, “Healthcare’s Current and Future Issues.” As Community CEO for Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center, Hatfield has had a lengthy career with ARH and is has served 23 years working in
Accomplished Civil Engineer Chris Dent joins SynTerra Corp.
PIKEVILLE, Kentucky — Chris Dent, an accomplished civil engineer in the public and private sectors, has joined the science and engineering consulting firm SynTerra Corp. Dent is a registered Professional Engineer in Kentucky with vast local experience in project management and grant administration. Dent has led projects related to land development, green infrastructure, transportation, stormwater, and sanitary sewers. Dent served seven years as an engineer and project manager for
Celebrate African American History Month at UPIKE with The Langston Hughes Project
PIKEVILLE, Ky. – The University of Pikeville will host a multimedia performance with The Langston Hughes Project on Tuesday, February 25, in Booth Auditorium. The doors to the event will open at 7 p.m., with the show beginning at 7:30 p.m. The Langston Hughes Project is a multimedia concert performance of Langston Hughes’ kaleidoscopic jazz poem suite titled, “Ask Your Mama: Twelve Moods for Jazz.” This is Hughes’ homage in verse and music to the struggle for artistic and social freedom at home and
Stepp Achieves Membership in Million Dollar Round Table
PIKEVILLE KYFebruary 18, 2020—Stacy Stepp of Pikeville, KY achieves membership in the prestigiousMillion Dollar Round Table (MDRT), a coveted career milestone that offers the opportunity to share innovative ideas and best practices with other leading financial professional members. Membershipin MDRT is a highly recognized mark of excellence and limited to only the most successful in the financial services profession. This placesStepp among the top professionals in the global life insurance and financial
Kentucky Workforce Specialist shares story of recovery, teaches leaders about recovery-friendly procedures in the workplace
Kentucky Workforce Specialist shares story of recovery, teaches leaders about recovery-friendly procedures in the workplacePikeville, KY (February 7, 2020) – Recovery-friendly workplaces, second-chance employment, and addiction recovery were some of the topics addressed during a membership luncheon on Thursday, during which the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Kentucky Chamber Workforce Center. The luncheon, held at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza in Pikeville, featured Kentucky Chamber
Passion for community earns Fast Change national recognition
Passion for community earns Fast Change national recognition Inez, Ky., <Feb. 3, 2020>: Community service is so important to Fast Change Oil & Lube that it is integrated into the way the company does business every day. Their passion to serve others in their communities has been recognized by National Oil and Lube News (NOLN), the quick automotive industry’s leading trade journal for more than 30 years. Founder and Chief Operating Officer Kevin Davis is featured on the February 2020 cover of the magazine
Chamber welcomes new members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Josh Little Director of Operations Office: 606.432.5504 joshlittle@sekchamber.com Chamber welcomes four new members in JanuaryPikeville, KY (February 6, 2020) - The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce welcomed four new members in January. The chamber is a collaboration of business and the community working together for the betterment of the region. Businesses who joined the Chamber in January include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hall Enterprises, J&M Transportation, and Hamilton
SBA Honors Community Trust Bank as Kentucky’s Top SBA Community Bank Lender, 2018 – 2019
PIKEVILLE, KENTUCKY – Community Trust Bank, Inc. was recently honored for the 11th consecutive year with the "Gold Lender Award" from the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) as Kentucky's top volume SBA 7a Community Bank lender in federal fiscal year 2018–2019. The award was presented November 15, 2019 at the SBA Lender's Conference at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Additionally, Community Trust Bank was the top dollar SBA 504 "Third Party Lender" in Tennessee in federal fiscal
Kentucky Power named one of Kentucky's 'Best Places to Work'
ASHLAND, Ky., January 23, 2020 – Kentucky Power on Thursday was named one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for 2020. Kentucky Power, based in Ashland, is among 31 businesses in the large category to receive the honor in the 16th annual list. Rankings of all 100 companies will be revealed at an awards dinner on April 23 in Lexington. “We are excited to be recognized as one of Kentucky’s Best Places to Work,” said Kentucky Power President Brett Mattison. “This honor demonstrates to our customers
Chamber to launch FUEL, a development program for young professionals
Pikeville, KY (January 22, 2020) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber, in partnership with local young professionals, will host the kickoff event for FUEL (Focus, Unite, Engage, Lead), an organization designed for young professionals in Eastern Kentucky, in the Pearse's Place Taproom at Dueling Barrels Brewery & Distillery in Pikeville on Thursday, January 30 at 6 p.m. FUEL is a professional development program for young people (ages 20-45) that are interested in bettering their communities, networking,
BSCTC and McDonald’s of East Kentucky partner for music education
Prestonsburg, Ky– Big Sandy Community & Technical College is proud to announce they have received donations from McDonald’s of East Kentucky and Bob and Tom Hutchison to fund JaMuary: A Fundraiser for Music Education on January 25, 2020 at the Mountain Arts Center at 6 pm. Many citizens of eastern Kentucky fondly remember their high school marching bands as well as a vibrant pep band at athletic events. In many high schools in this region, that is no longer the case. Over the past decade, the focus on
McCall Art Gallery of BSCTC: Hugo Sperger Exhibit
Prestonsburg, Ky– Big Sandy Community & Technical College is pleased to exhibit the works of premier folk artist Hugo Sperger beginning January 25 at the McCall Art Gallery of the Prestonsburg Campus. Born in Northern Italy to German parents in 1922, Hugo Sperger’s family immigrated to America through Ellis Island in 1929. Hugo grew up in a farming community in upstate New York and went on to serve his country in the Pacific during WWII. Coming home a decorated Army veteran, he married Faye Reed and
Southeast Kentucky Chamber awards education grants
Southeast Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Jordan Gibson presents a check totaling $1,250 to Inez Elementary Educator Michelle Harless for the school’s production on “Aladdin Kids.” The school is one of three from the region selected for the Chamber’s 2020 Excellence in Education Grant program. Southeast Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Jordan Gibson presents a check totaling $1,250 to Phelps Elementary Educator Kari Mayhorn for classroom technology, including Wonder Workshop Dash Robots. The school
Patton Leadership spends day in Floyd County learning about leadership and tourism
Prestonsburg, KY (January 30, 2020) – Patton Leadership Institute spent the day in Floyd County on Friday, January 10, learning about business and tourism in Floyd County. The day included a visit to Appalachian Wireless, the Mountain Arts Center, and a few historical sites in the area. Friday’s session began with a tour of the Appalachian Wireless headquarters in Ivel, led by Appalachian Wireless Marketing Manager Ashley Litteral. During the tour, the group learned about the company’s past as well as its
Big Sandy Community and Technical College to host 5th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity March
PIKEVILLE, KY– Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) will hold the Fifth Annual Unity March commemorating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 20, 2020 in Pikeville, KY. The Unity march will begin at the parking garage on Hambley Boulevard in downtown Pikeville at 10:00 a.m. Participants will travel through town and finish at the Pikeville United Methodist Church for the recitation of “I Have a Dream” performed by Associate Pastor Justin Preston. Pastor Marvin
APCC Banquet for Life set for February 2020
The 7th Annual Banquet for Life event will be take place on Thursday, February 27, 2020, at 6:00 pm at the Appalachian Wireless Arena! With a concentrated, genuine "it takes a village" focus on the family, this year's event promises to be a one of kind gathering! This year's banquet will feature both live and silent auctions, family style entertainment, and authentic Polynesian foods! Auction items will include UK basketball tickets, a relaxing Gatlinburg weekend retreat, and many more amazing and
Patton Leadership spends day in Martin County learning about education and leadership
Inez, KY (December 20, 2019) – Patton Leadership Institute spent the day in Martin County on Thursday, December 19 learning about Martin County High School, the Martin County Area Technology Center, Fast Change Lube & Oil, and the Appalachian Reach Out Ministry. The session kicked off with a tour of Martin County High School led by Principal Martha Williams. The PLI class learned about some of the new courses and programs being offered at the school, which opened its doors for the first time earlier this
KY Chamber President and CEO Ashli Watts visits Pikeville, discusses key issues for 2020 session
Pikeville, KY (December 17, 2019) – In her first months as the new president and CEO of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Ashli Watts visited Pikeville on Thursday, December 12 to meet community leaders and discuss the business community’s priorities ahead of the 2020 legislative session. During a breakfast hosted in conjunction with the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Letcher County Chamber, Floyd County Chamber, and Knott County Chamber, Watts presented on key issues facing the business
Chamber kicks off holiday season with 2019 Ambassador Meet & Greet
The Southeast Kentucky Chamber’s ambassador club held its first meet and greet to kick off the holiday season on Tuesday, November 19 in Pikeville. The Chamber’s ambassador club is made up of local Chamber volunteers who represent their organizations as well as the Chamber in helping to spread the word about the Chamber’s work and to build strong community partners. The meet and greet event offered Chamber members a chance to meet their Chamber ambassadors as well as the staff of the Chamber. The
KY Power to deliver 100th act of appreciation with grant to Highlands Museum & Discovery Center
SubmittedASHLAND, Ky., December 5, 2019 – Kentucky Power on Thursday announced a $100,000 gift to the Highlands Museum & Discovery Center. The grant from the American Electric Power (AEP) Foundation and Kentucky Power will fund sponsorship of a multi-use theater in the new discovery center. “This grant is a major investment in our children and our community,” said Kentucky Power President Brett Mattison. “As part of our 100th anniversary celebration this year, Kentucky Power pledged to complete 100 Acts
John Blackburn retires from First Commonwealth Bank
John celebrates his retirement after nearly 44 years of banking. John joined First Commonwealth Bank in 2011 as Vice President Pike County Market. He previously was President and CEO of Family Bank from 1995-2011. John is a graduate of Pikeville College and The School of Banking of the South at LSU. Not only has John served the customers of First Commonwealth Bank, but he has continued to serve his community through numerous civic activities. He is currently involved with Sandy Valley Habitat where he
