Tag: eastern_kentucky
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Beshear, Rogers Announce $22 Million for Eastern Kentucky Revitalization
Gov. Andy Beshear and Congressman Hal Rogers announced more than $22 million in Abandoned Mine Lands Economic Revitalization funding for healthcare, infrastructure, energy, education and tourism projects across Eastern Kentucky.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthUSAState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyEnergyEducation Eastern KentuckyAMLER programAndy BeshearHal Rogerseconomic developmentAbandoned Mine LandsSOAR SummitKentucky Governor's Office
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Beshear Announces Record $78.8 Million in Appalachian Regional Commission Funding for Eastern Kentucky
Kentucky receives a record $78.8 million from the Appalachian Regional Commission for 67 Eastern Kentucky projects, beating the previous $59.2 million record set in fiscal year 2023.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyEnergySocial Issues Andy BeshearAppalachian Regional CommissionEastern KentuckyGayle ManchinKentucky Department for Local GovernmentArea Development PrograminfrastructureKentucky Governor's Office
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Gov. Beshear Cuts Ribbon on Completed Mountain Parkway Widening in Wolfe County
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear celebrated the completion of the Wolfe County segment of the Mountain Parkway Expansion, creating 32 continuous miles of four-lane highway. This project enhances connectivity and economic opportunities for Eastern Kentucky.
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Gov. Beshear Announces "RISING" Documentary Now Streaming on Prime Video
Governor Andy Beshear announced "RISING," a documentary on Eastern Kentucky's post-2022 flood rebuilding, is now on Prime Video. Proceeds aid the Team Kentucky Emergency Relief Fund, supporting disaster-affected families and showcasing community resilience.
Politics and GovernmentMediaEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFilm and TVSocial IssuesEconomy RISINGEastern KentuckyFlood RecoveryPrime VideoTeam Kentucky Emergency Relief FundAndy BeshearHigh-ground communitiesKentucky Governor's Office
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Kentucky Secures $6.6 Million for Eastern Kentucky Water Infrastructure and Economic Growth
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and Congressman Hal Rogers announced $6.6 million in federal funds for Eastern Kentucky. The investment will expand water and wastewater services in Knott and Wolfe counties, supporting economic growth and residential development.
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Gov. Beshear Unveils New Homes for Eastern Kentucky Flood Survivors
Governor Andy Beshear celebrated the opening of two new homes in Floyd County's New Hope Estates, part of a larger effort to rehouse Eastern Kentucky flood survivors. This initiative, backed by Team Kentucky, aims to build over 500 homes across…
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