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July 18, 2025

Bonita Compton Scholarship Established to Honor Beloved Educator and Coach

Floyd County, KY — A new scholarship honoring the legacy of Bonita Compton—a devoted educator, coach, community leader, and lifelong advocate for Floyd County students—has been established to support local Floyd County high school students pursuing a post-secondary degree or certification. The ... KEEP READING

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July 9, 2025

The Easiest, FREE Way To Make Sure Your Business Is Found Online

By Jessica Bledsoe What’s the first thing you do when you travel to a new town, or even when you’re searching for something in your own town? You head to Google. “Things to do in McCreary Co KY”“Sandwich shops near me”“Bookstore near me”“Custom t-shirt” These are all things I’ve Googled ... KEEP READING

June 27, 2025

Floyd County Community Foundation Awards $6,588 Grant To CASA Of The Appalachian Mountains

June 27, 2025 — The Floyd County Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky, recently awarded a $6,588 grant to CASA of the Appalachian Mountains to increase their capacity to support vulnerable children in Eastern Kentucky in the court system and in foster care. ... KEEP READING

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June 25, 2025

Pikeville Community Foundation Awards EKY Health Occupation Scholarships

PIKEVILLE, KY, June 25 — The Pikeville Community Foundation recently awarded three EKY Health Occupation Scholarships totaling $5,000 to three students pursuing a career in the medical field. The EKY Health Occupation Scholarship was inspired by three physicians with Eastern Kentucky ties that ... KEEP READING

June 25, 2025

Pikeville Community Foundation Awards $20,000 In Woodrow & Evelyn Johnson Scholarships

PIKEVILLE, KY, June 25 — The Pikeville Community Foundation awarded scholarships totaling $20,000 to Shelby Valley High School seniors during their awards ceremony on May 19, 2025. The scholarships were funded by the Woodrow and Evelyn Johnson Scholarship Fund, advised by the Pikeville Community ... KEEP READING

June 21, 2025

Letcher County Community Foundation Hosts Second Annual Summer Solstice Sunset 5K

Whitesburg, KY, June 21 — The Letcher County Community Foundation hosted their second annual Summer Solstice Sunset 5K & Walk on Saturday, June 21, 2025. The event took place at the scenic James Wiley Memorial River Park. They had a fantastic turnout, with participants of all ages coming from ... KEEP READING

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June 19, 2025

Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky Selected for GivingTuesday’s Inaugural Community Campaign Accelerator Cohort

Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky Among 36 Community Foundations and Their Affiliates From Across Five Southern States That Will Participate in Three-Year Capacity Building Program. Hazard, KY — The Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky has been selected to participate in GivingTuesday’s ... KEEP READING

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June 18, 2025

Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky To Host Neighborhood Dedication Event

Organization Invites Community to Visit Chestnut Ridge LEBURN, KY, June 17 — The Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky, in partnership with the Knott County Community Foundation, will be hosting a Neighborhood Dedication event at the Chestnut Ridge development site in Knott County, ... KEEP READING

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June 5, 2025

From Sole Proprietor to Business Owner: When To Form a Legal Business Entity

By Jessica Bledsoe Are you currently running your side hustle or business venture as a sole proprietor? Being a sole proprietor is a fantastic way to dip your toes into starting your own venture; however, as your business grows and thrives, it's crucial to think about something incredibly ... KEEP READING

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