MedQuest College trains ventilator repair technicians
Ventilators and other medical equipment save lives every day – even before COVID 19. But who keeps the medical equipment going? Medical Equipment Repair Technicians are truly essential personnel in hospitals and doctor’s offices – maintaining and repairing lifesaving equipment. MedQuest College in Louisville recently became only the second school in the state to offer a […]
Republic Bank gives peak behind the curtain for bank’s pandemic response
In times of uncertainty, responsiveness and accessibility are essential for businesses to survive. Louisville-based Republic Bank is giving the public a look behind the curtain to show how it is adapting its customer service approach during the COVID-19 pandemic. Clients complimenting the bank’s quick responses related to loan assistance, digital banking and more prompted Republic Bank CEO […]
Stay healthy at home by learning pet “first aid”
Do you know how to perform CPR on your dog? How do you treat a cut on a paw? If a cat is limping, can you evaluate the injury? Louisville-area pet insurance company PetFirst Pet Insurance is helping you and your furry friends stay #HealthyatHome with these tips for pet first aid. These are the […]
More Kentucky Zoom backgrounds for virtual meetings
Our first installment of Kentucky-inspired virtual backgrounds for Zoom was such a big hit, we’re doing it again! We’ve scanned our photo archive for some of our favorite Kentucky images and found several other outlets in the state getting in on the fun. Across the Commonwealth, universities, businesses, parks and more have posted galleries of Zoom background […]
#CaringforKY campaign highlights health workers outside hospitals
Not all nurses work in hospitals. A social media campaign is gaining momentum showcasing the faces of health care workers outside the traditional medical facilities. Hashtag #CaringforKY has been adopted by long-term care facilities across Kentucky to shine a light on their front-line health workers. In western Kentucky, one assisted living facility has featured several […]
Louisville firm holds surprise parade for retiring architect
How do you celebrate a long-time employee’s retirement during a pandemic? Architects, engineers, and project managers of Louisville-area firm Luckett & Farley coordinated a surprise parade. The 20-car celebration rolled past architect and studio director Don VanBogaert’s home waving signs and honking horns at a safe social distance to honor the 40-year Luckett & Farley employee. VanBogaert […]
Save Small Business Fund to award $5000 grants
The U.S. Chamber is helping small businesses and chambers of commerce across the country with the new Save Small Business Fund. The grant-making initiative is providing $5000 in short-term relief to employers in Kentucky and across the U.S. through one-time cash grants. Businesses that have between 3 and 20 employees can apply. Funded by contributions […]
Hillcreek Rehabilitation and Care Opens Louisville-area COVID-19 Unit
A Louisville-area skilled nursing facility is answering Gov. Andy Beshear’s request for support by opening a COVID-19 unit. Hillcreek Rehabilitation and Care will begin receiving patients April 15 in Louisville-area, 33-bed unit. The Respiratory Recovery Unit at Hillcreek Rehabilitation and Care will serve patients with a positive diagnosis for COVID-19, making it one of few skilled-nursing […]
Louisville chef’s relief program goes nationwide
One Louisville chef is feeding restaurant workers nationwide through a new assistance program. Chef Edward Lee’s Restaurant Workers Relief Program is providing food and supplies to hospitality industry workers laid off due to COVID-19 daily. The LEE Initiative partnered with Maker’s Mark to get the relief program off the ground. Crowdfunding led to thousands of dollars in […]
Can you over-communicate? Tips for effective crisis communications
The COVID-19 pandemic and the economic crisis it created have unleashed a continuous stream of information – non-stop breaking news, frequent emails, daily media briefings, almost daily newsletters and funny but unhelpful memes on social media. At C2 Strategic Communications, we’ve been asked, “If there such a thing as too much communication?” The short answer is yes. […]
Kentucky businesses get creative donating PPE
Businesses around Kentucky are chipping in to stop the spread of COVID-19. Many are even producing PPE (personal protective equipment) for the first time to address shortages. Prudential Heating & Air Conditioning saw that its UV technology could be used to decontaminate much needed N95 masks. The Louisville business designed, built and donated a custom-made UV […]
Lighter traffic lends to daytime paving on Dixie Highway
The last portion of the New Dixie Highway project will benefit from lighter road traffic. Crews working on the $35 million project will now complete much of the final surfacing during daylight hours instead of night time. Work was originally planned in the evening to avoid traffic interruptions during peak travel times. The COVID-19 pandemic has meant […]
Kentucky’s faith communities find virtual ways to worship
Across Kentucky, communities of faith are finding new ways to worship together – as well as to offer social support during a time of social distancing. The governor ordered houses of worship closed on March 19, to slow the spread of COVID-19. Video conferencing classes, live-streamed worship services, and other technological tools are being used […]
Catchy jingle from Louisville Water highlights hand washing
You’ll be tapping along with mascot Tapper watching “Hand Washin Germ Stoppin,” a catchy new jingle from the Louisville Water Company. The 20-second song highlights the importance of using soap and water for effective hand washing. Kids and adults will enjoy the tune promoting the healthy habit intended to minimize the spread of COVID-19. Louisville Water […]
Add pizzazz to your Zoom calls with Kentucky Zoom backgrounds
Did you know you can add virtual backgrounds to your Zoom video chats? You can add any image without a physical green screen to make it look like you’re in your favorite Kentucky places instead of stuck at home. No green screen needed! So if you wish you could be roaming a horse farm, touring […]