Jerry Rickett: New Promise Zone initiatives target education, economic development, broadband
Here’s the good news: Partners in the Kentucky Promise Zone, a 10-year initiative that provides a competitive advantage in applying…
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Cole Raines: High-speed internet is the key to unlocking Eastern Kentucky’s potential
When Daniel Boone and early pioneers blazed a trail into the Kentucky wilderness via the Cumberland Gap, they quickly realized…
U.S. Senate passes Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on broad bipartisan vote, 69-30
The U.S. Senate passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on a broad bipartisan vote of 69-30 Tuesday. It moves…
Beshear urges broadband providers to submit proposals for expansion of internet around the state
Gov. Andy Beshear called upon broadband providers to complete their applications and submit proposals that support the state’s expansion of…
Governor says bipatrisan ‘Better KY’ legislation to create jobs, boost economy; reviewing details in bills
Gov. Andy Beshear, following the final day of the 2021 regular session, announced Kentucky lawmakers and his administration reached a…
The Week at the Capitol: Budget approved (protects road fund), and a round up of some other legislation
The biggest issue of the General Assembly’s 2021 session advanced this week as the Senate and House approved a budget…
Beshear reports 331 cases, 10 deaths, low positivity; 834,130 Kyians have at least one vaccine dose
Gov. Beshear announced 834,130 Kentuckians – 25% of Kentucky adults – have now received at least one dose of one…
This Week at the State Capitol: A roundup of the bills that moved forward in the General Assembly
The list of issues receiving consideration from state lawmakers continued growing this week as workdays lengthened and an increased number…
Beshear reports 963 cases, 37 deaths, opens 28 more vaccine sites, opens long-term care sites to visitors
Governor Andy Beshear announced the state is opening an additional 28 vaccination sites, for a total of 291 sites across…
Beshear reports 1,268 cases, 39 deaths, declining positivity rate; to announce vaccine info on Thursday
Gov. Andy Beshear announced Kentucky’s COVID-19 positivity rate has fallen below 10% for the first time since Dec. 31. Monday’s…
Rural Blog: Ky’s broadband boondoggle a cautionary tale; Bevin’s aide undercutting him siding with AT&T
Five years ago, the Democratic governor of Kentucky, who couldn’t run for re-election, and a powerful Republican congressman struck a…
Beshear says Ky. can and should require free, open Internet; ‘the Internet is part of our infrastructure’
Attorney General Andy Beshear says Kentucky has the authority to ensure Kentucky families have high-quality internet despite current federal rollbacks…
Ron Daley: Ready … or not? If we’re prepared, broadband can transform Appalachian Kentucky
Is your community ready for the great opportunities to grow the economy and improve the quality of life as broadband…
Commentary: KentuckyWired project brings reliable, high-speed internet to every county in the state
By Gov. Steve Beshear and Rep. Hal Rogers Special to NKyTribune Kentucky is embarking on one of the biggest infrastructure…