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Amanda Clark to Represent Kentucky in Intensive Regional Leadership Development Program
ASHLAND, Ky., September 30, 2020 The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has named Amanda Clark, external affairs manager of Kentucky Power as a 2020-2021 Appalachian Leadership Institute Fellow. As a Fellow, Clark will participate in the Appalachian Leadership Institute, an extensive nine-month series of online skill-building seminars featuring regional experts, peer-to-peer learning, and case study analysis beginning in mid-October through July 2021. Topics include: · Designing effective
Down To The River to present “Dark Side of The Moon” at the MAC
Prestonsburg, Ky. – One of the region’s most popular and experienced rock/blues bands, Down to The River, will present “Dark Side of The River” in the Willard & Lucy Kinzer Theater at the Mountain Arts Center (MAC) on Saturday, October 17. This concert will be their take on Pink Floyd’s classic concept album “Dark Side Of The Moon.” Band leader, guitarist, and vocalist Tony Mullins describes his excitement. “Dark Side of the Moon is legendary. It was on the charts for over a decade and is constantly in
Patton Leadership accepting applications for 2021 class
Pikeville, KY (September 23, 2020) – Patton Leadership Institute (PLI), the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce leadership program, is now accepting applications for its 2021 class. Patton Leadership Institute takes its name from Gov. Paul and Judi Patton, and the leadership they have displayed for the region and state of Kentucky over the years. PLI builds teams of emerging leaders from throughout the region who have assumed leadership roles in their communities but may not hold established
Prestonsburg’s tallest building seeking new business tenants
The Peoples Bank Building offers spacious, updated offices and great views of the cityPrestonsburg, KY (September 22, 2020) – Hamilton Investments, LLC., is seeking new tenants for the Peoples Bank Building located right in the heart of downtown Prestonsburg with stunning views of the city, newly-remodeled office spaces, and ample parking. According to Shane Hamilton of Hamilton Investments, leasable spaces range from 1,000 to 1,500 square feet. The five-story, 70,000 square-foot building is currently home
Chamber honors 2020 award recipients during Annual Awards Night
Pikeville, KY (September 17, 2020) – Eighteen businesses, organizations, and individuals received awards during the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s 2020 Annual Awards Night livestreamed from the Appalachian Wireless Arena on Thursday, September 17. In addition to honoring award recipients during the banquet, the Chamber also recognized its 2020-2021 board of directors and graduated 22 leaders who completed Patton Leadership Institute. The Chamber’s award winners included: Harold Breahm, Dick
Josh Martin to return home for intimate show
Prestonsburg, Ky. – Nashville based artist Josh Martin will return to the hills of eastern Kentucky for a concert at Jenny Wiley Amphitheatre on Friday, September 25 for a solo acoustic show. Martin grew up in Floyd County and currently has a lot of momentum on his side with new music making the rounds. His accolades are piling up and include features on CMT.com and Spotify’s “New Music Nashville.” In regards to his single “Cold Again,” Rolling Stone Country states, “The Kentucky songwriter’s lyrics chill
PMC receives more than $1.2 million from the HRSA
PIKEVILLE, KY – Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) recently received two grants awarded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The larger of the two will be used to develop a telepsych program to be utilized in the PMC Emergency Department (ED). The second is a planning grant to develop a comprehensive plan to address HIV/AIDS in eastern Kentucky. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), recently awarded over
Christian Appalachian Project names 2020-2021 Board of Directors
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) announced the appointment of its 2020-2021 Board of Directors at their August board meeting. Each board member serves a one-year term. For more than 50 years, CAP has worked in Eastern Kentucky to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities living in poverty. The nonprofit touches the lives of more than one million people each year. “Our Board is made up of people who have a passion for
Kentucky Power and AEP Foundation provide grant to Christian Appalachian Project
ASHLAND, Ky., September 1, 2020 – Kentucky Power recently awarded a $48,000 gift to Christian Appalachian Project. The grant from the American Electric Power (AEP) Foundation and Kentucky Power will go toward renovations and repairs to housing in eastern Kentucky. As one component of its mission, Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) addresses the improvement of substandard housing units in 11 distressed counties in eastern Kentucky, many of which are also served by Kentucky Power. Funds from the
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Kentucky Power resumes plans for power grid upgrades in Pike and Floyd counties
ASHLAND, Ky., Sept 3, 2020 – Kentucky Power representatives are resuming plans for power upgrades in Pike and Floyd counties. The Kewanee – Enterprise Park 138-kV Transmission Project involves building approximately 5 miles of transmission line and a new substation to address electrical needs in the area. Company representatives announced the project in spring 2018 as the Enterprise Park Economic & Area Improvements Project. The project team hosted an open house to gather input from the public and later
Mountain Top Media partners with Mountain Sports Hall of Fame to highlight region
Mountain Top Media (MtM) and Mountain Sports Hall of Fame have joined forces to showcase the rich history of sports throughout eastern Kentucky and neighboring towns across the state. MtM President Cindy May Johnson and Hall of Fame founder Jerry Fultz announced an agreement which named MtM as the group’s official media partner. “Sports is a big part of our history and culture,” Fultz said. “We are excited to be able to share our resources with this great organization. It will allow us to reach so many
Southeast Kentucky Chamber hosts seminar focused on leadership
Pikeville, KY (August 28, 2020) – Supervising people, leading, and managing a team was the focus of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s seminar held at the Appalachian Wireless Arena on Thursday, August 27. Business leaders from across the region gathered at the arena to hear from best-selling author Glenn Shepard on the importance of management and how to build strong working teams and manage people. Modules included information on finding good people when the labor market is tight, motivating
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Southeast Kentucky Chamber to host virtual Annual Awards Night on September 17
Pikeville, KY (August 26, 2020) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce will continue the tradition of awarding regional businesses, organizations, and community members during its Annual Awards Night at 6 p.m. on September 17. However, this year’s event will look a little different as it will be streamed live. The Annual Awards Night is generally hosted at the Appalachian Wireless Arena each August and draws more than 500 attendees to the arena. This year, due to COVID-19-related health concerns, the
Beatles vs. Stones tribute show to perform on Prestonsburg stage
Prestonsburg, KY (08/27/20) - The debate between the Beatles and the Rolling Stones has been going on ever since they first crossed paths on the charts 55 years ago. The argument at the time, and one that still persists, was that the Beatles were a pop group and the Stones were a rock band: the boys next door vs. the bad boys of rock. So who’s better? These two legendary bands will engage in an on-stage, throw down - a musical 'showdown' if you will - on Thursday, October 15 at 7:30 pm at the Mountain Arts
Synterra Corp. welcomes Precourt as president
SynTerra Corp., a science and engineering firm, announced Steve Precourt as the company’s third president in 27 years. Precourt — an accomplished Professional Engineer, business executive, and former Florida lawmaker — succeeds Professional Geologist Mark Taylor, who served as SynTerra’s president since 2006. The change in leadership comes amid exponential growth. SynTerra had 51 employees and one office in early 2016; today, the firm has about 180 employees and eight offices in five states. “I was
Eastern Kentucky natives Brit Taylor & Adam Chaffins to play Jenny Wiley Amphitheatre
Prestonsburg, Ky. – Nashville based artists Brit Taylor and Adam Chaffins will travel back to the hills of eastern Kentucky for a concert at Jenny Wiley Amphitheatre on Friday, September 18. Taylor is a Knott County native and a former member of the Kentucky Opry Jr. Pros. Chaffins grew up in Lawrence County and has played music his whole life. Brit Taylor’s new single “Waking Up Ain’t Easy” has garnered national attention and high praise from critics. The publication Music Row states "She has a liquid
KYCO class of 2022 receives symbolic white coat
PIKEVILLE, Ky. – The University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO) held its White Coat Ceremony for the class of 2022 on Sunday, August 23, 2020, via livestream. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the event was closed to the public.The White Coat Ceremony is symbolic within the health professions, reflecting a commitment to patient care. After two years of a rigorous classroom and procedure lab curriculum, the Class of 2022 will apply their knowledge in the clinical setting. Third-year students
Goodwill Industries of Kentucky, Anthem partner to launch RISE-Pikeville
Louisville, Ky. – Goodwill Industries of Kentucky and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield have announced a partnership to launch Pikeville’s Reintegrating Individuals Successfully Every Day (RISE) program, a job-readiness training program aimed at connecting low-income Kentuckians with resources to find and sustain employment. RISE-Pikeville will benefit at least 40 low-income Kentuckians in 2020. This expansion is a result of Anthem’s $25,000 financial investment to the program. RISE-Pikeville
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
