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“This funding is a pivotal investment in the future of KET’s services for Greater Louisville and the Commonwealth,” said Shae Hopkins, KET’s executive director and CEO. “We are grateful for the James Graham Brown Foundation’s generous lead gift and the support of others who are helping to make these facilities possible. This move is a tremendous step forward for KET and the more than 2 million people we serve each week. And we are so pleased to have found such a wonderful location in the iconic American Life Building and to keep our Louisville operations in the heart of the city.” Additional support is being provided by The Gheens Foundation, Henry V. Heuser, Jr., and Austin and Jane Musselman.

Last night, Lexington honored the 80th anniversary of the Normandy invasion with a special program at the historical Kentucky Theatre, co-created with the Lexington Sister Cities, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG), University of Kentucky, KET - Kentucky Educational Television, Lexington Public Library, Lexington History Museum, Inc. with contributions from Rep Andy Barr, Mayor Linda Gorton, Dr. Eli Capilouto, Région Normandie, Normandie Tourisme and Ville de Deauville.

The issue of homelessness has been at the forefront of conversation in Kentucky and beyond. Dive into the topic with this curated collection from KET's award-winning public affairs team. ▶ https://lnkd.in/gAk4dhKs

Have you missed the conversation around A.I. locally? Catch up by streaming our Kentucky Edition clips here.👉 https://lnkd.in/gAWwgT9h

KET Education is proud to announce our 2024 KET All Stars class! Twenty-one educators in Kentucky were honored as part of the public television network’s KET All Stars program, which celebrates exceptional educators across the state who are making a profound impact in the lives of their learners and within their communities. Learn more at KET.org/AllStars! Please help us in celebrating our 2024 All Stars class: Muehleman Sheri, Calloway County Chris Tyson Renshaw, Christian County Pamela Buchanan, Henderson County Tim Jones, Jefferson County Kyri Demby, Jefferson County Emily Northcutt, Shelby County Dagmar Morales, Kenton County Dr. David J. Childs, D.D., Ph.D., Campbell County Marc Blunk, Fayette County Dion Copeland, Fayette County Michelle Rausch, Fayette County Anna Adams, Boyd County Dr. John T. Elliott, Madison County Allison Hoskins, Leslie County Kim Yates, Bell County Melanie Callahan, Laurel County Carrie Altmaier, Pulaski County Tiffany Crook, Lincoln County Lisa Newell-Hare, Adair County Maria Beth Atkins, Hart County Dee Dee Webb, Warren County

As president and CEO of Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA), Chris Girdler says everything his agency does is informed by a single, overarching goal: improving the quality of life for the region’s residents. Read the article to learn more about his perspective on KET and watch his story now 👇

Despite a global pandemic and economic turmoil, Kentucky has experienced a remarkable run of new projects and job creation in recent years. But these economic development opportunities also bring challenges from the need for new roads and housing, to developing the talent to fill the positions. Don't miss Renee Shaw and panelists examining how Kentucky’s cities and counties work to strengthen communities through economic development efforts. Stream now ➡ https://lnkd.in/df92PfHR Thank you to our panelists Sen. Max Wise; Haley McCoy, president and CEO of the Kentucky Association for Economic Development (KAED); Covington Mayor Joe Meyer; Chris Girdler, president and CEO of Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA); Jim Henderson, executive director of the Kentucky Association of Counties; Brooklyn Leep, executive director of Marion County Economic Development; and Jason Rainey, executive director of the MT. STERLING MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRIAL AUTHORITY.

Don't miss Building Up Kentucky: A KET Forum where Renee Shaw and panelists examine how Kentucky’s cities and counties work to strengthen communities through economic development efforts. Tune-in tonight at 8 pm ET on KET. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gUXdYbxf

Kentucky is home to more than 270,000 military veterans. From the last of the World War II vets, to those who have recently left the armed services, these men and women have a range of needs that federal and state agencies as well as non-profit organizations are devoted to addressing. Host Chip Polston and a panel of military and state officials and service providers discuss veterans' mental health issues, the status of the new VA Hospital under construction in Louisville, reintegration into the civilian workforce, housing challenges, accessing benefits and more.