LouCity, LexSC to compete for Commonwealth Cup in new rivalry series
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Professional soccer clubs Lexington SC and Louisville City FC will meet this season with a trophy on the line as Republic Bank presents the Commonwealth Cup. The Commonwealth Cup will go to the team that wins the head-to-head series between these new rivals. The first match will be played Thursday, […]
Record donations from Jefferson Giving Day will fund student scholarships, emergency support
By Stephanie Smith, Building Kentucky More students will receive needs-based scholarships and access to food pantries, emergency aid and enrichment services thanks to the 123 donors who collectively contributed more than $24,000 on Jefferson Giving Day. “We are grateful to our community of supporters who join us in our commitment to removing barriers to quality […]
Educators’ critical voices need to be heard amid proposed cuts to federal funding
By Jason Adkins, Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative Because our social media feeds and cable news networks have focused on hot-button issues in education, you may have missed an important development. The US House of Representatives passed a resolution to cut education and workforce funding by $330 billion over the next 10 years. Commentators and pundits […]
Number one in Kentucky: S&P Global Market Intelligence names Republic Bank one of America’s 50 best community banks
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky S&P Global Market Intelligence has named Republic Bank & Trust Company (“Republic” or “the Bank”) a Top 50 Community Bank with assets of $3-10 billion based on 2024 performance. Ranking 17th nationally, Republic is the highest ranked of any bank or financial institution headquartered in Kentucky. S&P Global Market Intelligence ranks institutions […]
Jefferson celebrates student success, record high enrollment during Community College Month
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky Jefferson Community and Technical College (Jefferson) will celebrate its record number of enrolled students and their achievements throughout Community College Month. As Kentucky’s largest and most impactful two-year post-secondary public institution, Jefferson is committed to transforming lives and communities through educational excellence in an inclusive environment that opens doors for […]
Transylvania, UK forge alliance to help advance Kentucky
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky The presidents of Transylvania University and the University of Kentucky recently announced an alliance between the two historic institutions to work together on programs and initiatives that will advance the health and well-being of their students and the Commonwealth. “We exist to serve Kentucky — that has been our mission […]
Plan ahead, get “REAL ID Ready” as federal enforcement date approaches
By EmmaRose Atwood, Building Kentucky Officials from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and Fort Knox teamed up last month to remind Kentuckians about the soon-approaching REAL ID enforcement date and encourage everyone to plan ahead to be sure they are ready. Starting May 7, 2025, a standard driver’s license will no longer be accepted for boarding […]
Estate Whiskey Alliance® launches certification program
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky The University of Kentucky’s Estate Whiskey Alliance® (EWA) is launching a first-of-its-kind program that authenticates estate whiskeys with a globally-recognized certification mark to be used on qualifying whiskey product labels: Estate Whiskey Certified™. Estate whiskey refers to a type of whiskey that is produced entirely on the distillery estate using grains sourced […]
Stock Yards Bank & Trust “Piggest Raffle Ever” raising funds for local nonprofit organizations
By Stephanie Smith, Building Kentucky This month, the Flying Pig Marathon and Stock Yards Bank & Trust are teaming up for the 15th Annual Piggest Raffle Ever, which has garnered more than $900,000 for local charities since its inception. Stock Yards Bank & Trust will serve as the event’s presenting sponsor for the ninth consecutive […]
Newly installed Kentucky REALTORS® Board of Directors shares vision for housing in Kentucky
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Kentucky REALTORS® is proud to introduce Barb Curtis as the newly installed president of the association. In collaboration with other members of the 2025 Board of Directors, Curtis’ agenda includes advocating for housing accessibility across the Commonwealth, supporting first-time homebuyers and encouraging Kentuckians to tell their stories. “Behind every successful […]
Jefferson announces new name and gives first look at state-of-the-art downtown science center
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky Jefferson Community & Technical College (Jefferson) is proud to announce the name of its highly anticipated downtown science building: The Center for Science and Discovery. This 40,000+ square foot building with cutting-edge labs and classrooms is an investment in the future of our region’s workforce, uplifting faculty, staff and students […]
University of Kentucky researchers develop greener, more sustainable ways to recover metals from electronic waste
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky As electronic waste (e-waste) piles up globally, researchers at the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering are pioneering innovative methods to recover valuable metals from discarded devices and industrial waste. E-waste — including smartphones, laptops and spent batteries — contains critical […]
New research outlines gaps and opportunities to end food insecurity in Kentuckiana
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky Nearly half of our neighbors in Kentuckiana choose between paying for food and paying their utility bills, according to new research from Dare to Care Food Bank. The organization partnered with IQS Research for a multi-year project to better understand individuals who receive food from food pantries in its 13-county […]
Flemingsburg practice recognized by Anthem in inaugural Care Provider Recognition Program
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kentucky today proudly named Flemingsburg-based Family Medicine Associates of Flemingsburg as one of only 19 national recipients in its inaugural Care Provider Recognition Program. Created in partnership with its affiliated health plans across the country, Anthem’s new program celebrates top performing independent and […]
Kentucky REALTORS® announces $150,000 in relief funding for storm victims
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky In response to the deadly storms that have impacted communities throughout Kentucky this month, Kentucky REALTORS® announces $150,000 in relief funds to support individuals and families whose homes were damaged or destroyed. On Wednesday, Feb. 19, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on recent severe weather, confirming 14 flood-related deaths […]