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To invigorate regional development and bolster economic opportunities, the Department of Landscape Architecture in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment, Kentucky, embarked on an ambitious endeavor known as the Ohio River Way Studio project. This innovative initiative aims to harness the potential of the Ohio River Valley, promoting...
As the year draws to a close, entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners are gearing up to embark on new ventures and turn their innovative ideas into reality. December marks an essential time in the entrepreneurial calendar: Write a Business Plan Month. It's a time dedicated to laying the groundwork for...
Companies have a long list of factors to consider before building a new facility or expanding operations. How much available land is there? Are there utilities nearby to power the site? What’s the closest interstate and port to move our goods? But as unemployment rates have steadily dropped in the...
Workforce development stands at the heart of any region’s economic vitality. It is the cornerstone on which businesses, industries, and communities build their future. In the age of AI and advanced technology, leveraging AI for workforce development has become an option and a strategic imperative for EDOs.AI in Skills Gap...
As National Shop Local Month unfolds, there's no better time to celebrate the soulful essence of Kentucky's local businesses. Within the heart of each county lie hidden gems, small businesses nurtured by passionate locals who infuse their products and services with a touch of community warmth. Let's journey through some...
The University of Louisville has received $16 million to help increase Kentuckians’ access to health care, particularly in underserved rural and urban areas. The UofL School of Medicine will use the funds from a four-year grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to train more primary care physicians...
October is celebrated as Manufacturing Month across the United States, a time when we recognize the critical role that manufacturing plays in our economy. This month holds special significance in Kentucky's I-71 Corridor, which encompasses Carroll, Gallatin, Henry, Oldham, Trimble, and Owen Counties. This region, represented by the Kentucky I-71...
Gov. Andy Beshear has designated October as Manufacturing Month in the commonwealth as the sector continues to be at the center of Kentucky’s record economic growth and job creation with approximately 5,000 facilities statewide employing more than 250,000 Kentuckians.“We could not have the tremendous economic success we’ve had these past...
Preparing a Local Workforce for the Data Center Industry Requires a Collaborative Approach
Oct 2 2023As technology continues to advance, the demand for data centers has surged, particularly in the United States. Data centers serve as the backbone of the digital age, powering the internet and storing vast amounts of information. However, the rapid expansion of this industry has created a pressing need for a...
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA received record demand for funding to advance affordable and reliable clean energy in rural America under key programs made possible by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, the largest clean energy and climate investment in history and the largest...