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August 06, 2021
Scott County leaders announce new partnership to boost internet access
A new $21 million partnership between Scott County and Spectrum will extend internet access to more than 5,000 citizens.
August 06, 2021
RFP for broadband funds expected to be released next week
State Budget Director John Hicks told members of the Interim Joint Committee on Appropriations and Revenue that the RFP for accessing those funds is nearly ready and will be released sometime next week.
August 06, 2021
At ranch fundraiser, former sheriff honored for four decades of service
Peanuts Gaines is pictured above with Warren County Attorney and KACo 1st Vice President Amy Milliken and Boyle County Magistrate and KACo President-elect Phil Sammons at a fundraiser for the Sheriffs Association Boys and Girls Ranch.
August 03, 2021
Legislative Research Commission offers latest guidance to citizens attending legislative meetings
Press release courtesy of the Legislative Research Commission (LRC).
August 02, 2021
PRESS RELEASE: Gov. Beshear, Firestone Industrial Products break ground on Whitley County expansion
Press release and photo courtesy of the Governor's Office regarding Firestone Industrial Products' expansion in Whitley County.
July 30, 2021
Billions available for county economic development, including $300 million for coal communities
Counties can apply directly for funding through competitive grant programs offered by the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
July 30, 2021
KACo Leadership Institute: Solar Farms in Kentucky
This page includes links to resources related to the KACo Leadership Institute course held on July 30, 2021 about solar farms in Kentucky.
July 30, 2021
KDLA accepting grant applications to help counties preserve documents
​For more information about KDLA’s Local Records Program, contact Nicole Bryan at 502-564-1745 or by email at nicole.bryan@ky.gov.