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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
Patton Leadership spends day in Knott County learning about education, art, and industry
Hindman, KY (November 11, 2019) – Patton Leadership Institute spent the day in Knott County on Friday, November 9 learning about Alice Lloyd College, the Appalachian Artisan Center, the Troublesome Creek Stringed Instrument Company, and more. The session kicked off in Pippa Passes on the campus of Alice Lloyd where the group learned about the school’s history, its tuition-free work program for students, and its business and entrepreneurship programs before touring the campus. During the first portion of
KY Power prepares for low temperatures and winter weather
ASHLAND, Ky., November 11, 2019 – Kentucky Power is preparing and is encouraging its customers to get ready, too, as freezing temperatures and a wintry mix of rain and snow are set to move through the region. The National Weather Service has forecast the first accumulating snow of the season should hit the region this week. A strong arctic cold front is expected to reach the area Monday night and bring a dramatic drop in temperatures. Rain is expected to switch to snow overnight and continue into
Fast Change gives back to military with free oil changes
Inez, Ky., November 11, 2019- Fast Change Lube and Oil Inc. showed its support for active-duty military personnel and veterans by providing free oil changes on Veterans Day to thank them for their service to our country. “We want to thank all of the great men and women who have and continue to serve our great country,” said Fast Change President Kevin Davis. “We appreciate you and this is one way of giving back for your service. As an ongoing token of our gratitude and appreciation, Fast Change honors
Great Clips® welcomes military service members with free haircuts on Veterans Day
The world’s largest salon brand shows gratitude to those who have served Pikeville, KY November, 11th 2019 – For the seventh consecutive year, Great Clips salons across the country, including in Pikeville, KY are showing appreciation for active and retired military service members this Veterans Day, Nov. 11. On Nov. 11, veterans and active service members can go into any U.S. Great Clips salon and get either a free haircut or a free haircut card to use later. In addition, non-veteran customers who get a
Kentucky Power awards $300,000 grant to bring jobs to region
HAZARD, Ky., November 4, 2019 – The Perry County Fiscal Court has received a $300,000 economic development grant from Kentucky Power to support bringing Dajcor Aluminum and hundreds of jobs to the region. The grant is being funded through the Kentucky Power Economic Development Growth Grants (K-PEGG) program. Perry County Judge Executive Scott Alexander and county magistrates received the grant Saturday before a groundbreaking ceremony for Dajcor’s manufacturing plant near Hazard. The facility is
Operation Soldier Care with Fast Change collects $40,000 for deployed troops
SubmittedInez, Ky., <Oct. 25, 2019>: Fast Change Lube and Oil Inc. presented $40,000 as part of Operation Soldier Care to Military Missions on Oct. 24 representing monetary and donated items collected in support and honor of the nation’s deployed military personnel.“Operation Soldier Care helps show our support for the military by providing them with items they may not be able to easily get while deployed,” said Fast Change President Kevin Davis. “I am proud to partner with WEMM-FM for this effort and we’re
Op-Ed: Eastern Kentucky Priorities Are UK Priorities
By University of Kentucky President Dr. Eli Capilouto At the University of Kentucky, we look toward the hills and mountains for partnership and meaning, for stronger communities and for a brighter future for our Commonwealth. Last month, I joined elected officials from across Eastern Kentucky for the Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) Summit in Pikeville. It was a gathering underscored by hope and guided by a compelling vision. In Pike County, there is a high-tech incubator teaching coding to
Moments of the Heart Photography proudly presents ‘Coal Stories’
Pikeville, KY (September 6, 2019) – It’s a blessed story with a dark side. A legend of brotherhood deep under the mountains. One in which family’s lives depended on it at the risk of their loved ones. It’s the story of a miner and the generations that live its memories forever in their hearts. “I wanted to capture these stories and share them with the families that cling so dearly to this way of life. It was by far the most beautiful yet emotional set to ever be in my studio, in all my 11 years of
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
