Fulfilling a need: UK Arts Administration hosts first ever arts emergency management conference
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky In December 2021, unseasonal tornadoes ravaged parts of western Kentucky, cutting a path more than 165 miles long, injuring more than 500 people and causing the death of 57. Seven months later, a historic flood devastated much of eastern Kentucky; 45 people died, hundreds of families were displaced and nearly 9,000 homes […]
UK HealthCare opens the Commonwealth’s first psychiatric emergency unit
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky On Tuesday, July 30, community and state leaders joined UK HealthCare officials to celebrate the opening of a new emergency unit dedicated to treating patients experiencing a mental health crisis. The unit, on the Eastern State Hospital campus in Lexington, is known as EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing) […]
New Lexington comprehensive community health center will empower vulnerable Kentuckians
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Isaiah House, the Commonwealth’s largest Christ-centered nonprofit addiction recovery organization, announced its partnership with Lexington Rescue Mission to launch a first-in-the-nation community health center for all Kentuckians, especially those experiencing homelessness, food insecurity or struggling with substance use disorder. “We are thrilled to team up with Isaiah House to pioneer […]
University of Kentucky advances the state’s agricultural industries with groundbreaking on new Agricultural Research Building
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) was joined by members of the Kentucky General Assembly, UK Board of Trustees and university administration to celebrate the groundbreaking of the $285 million Agricultural Research Building on June 14. Set to be completed in November 2026, the […]
University of Kentucky selected as member of Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health Investor Catalyst Hub network
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky The University of Kentucky has been selected as a spoke for the Investor Catalyst Hub, a regional hub of ARPANET-H, a nationwide health innovation network launched by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). UK Innovate, UK’s innovation, entrepreneurship and economic enterprise for University research, is leading the initiative […]
Beam Suntory, University of Kentucky commit to advancing global spirits industry, continue strategic partnership
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Beam Suntory, a global leader in premium spirits, has renewed its strategic partnership with the University of Kentucky James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits to help strengthen Kentucky’s signature industry for generations to come. The continued partnership between Beam Suntory and UK will ensure the Institute continues to offer unparalleled […]
Lexington nonprofit tying haircuts to health
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky In many communities, the barbershop is more than just a place for a haircut. It’s a gathering place where stories are told, and information is exchanged. Project Ricochet, a community-based organization working diligently to increase equity in health care, hosted its first Barbershop Showcase and Public Health Fair at Lexington’s […]
The Void Sake Co. is Kentucky’s latest testament to water’s integral role in its thriving spirits industry
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky If you live in Kentucky, or have ever visited, there is a decent chance that you’ve tried bourbon – the Commonwealth’s signature beverage. The Bluegrass State is well-known globally for bourbon, and that industry continues to hit new heights with each passing year. Kentucky also has a thriving craft […]
The Bill Gatton Foundation makes third gift to the University of Kentucky, contributions now total $15 million for student scholarships
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Continuing its historic commitment to the success of University of Kentucky students, The Bill Gatton Foundation is contributing $5 million toward student scholarships, targeted in ways that will help eliminate unmet financial need among Kentuckians and for students interested in medical careers. The gift, which was approved by the UK […]
Q&A: Sitting Down with Dr. Amanda Gumbert
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Dr. Amanda Gumbert serves as an Extension Water Quality Specialist with the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment. Having grown up on a farm in rural Kentucky, she is also an expert on agriculture and natural resources. Dr. Gumbert sat down with Building Kentucky to discuss […]
Lexington Sporting Club season tickets on sale as club prepares to move into its new home
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Lexington Sporting Club has officially made season tickets available for purchase for its 2024 season after announcing its intention to build its much-anticipated stadium at a site off of I-75 in Lexington. Season tickets start at $225 for LSC’s men’s USL League One team, with many options for seating available. […]
UK Board of Trustees urge President Capilouto to accelerate progress in addressing Kentucky’s workforce needs, expand strategic plan
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky With unprecedented economic growth in Kentucky, the University of Kentucky is turning its attention to addressing the Commonwealth’s workforce needs. Kentucky has seen an injection of billions of dollars in economic development activity with projects, such as the BlueOval SK battery plant in Hardin County. However, the state’s workforce participation […]
Anthem Medicaid to offer free dental screenings, cleanings to members across the Commonwealth
By Abuzar Iqbal, Building Kentucky Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield Medicaid will be host “Dental Days” events throughout Kentucky this October to provide members with FREE dental screenings and cleanings. According to the CDC, more than half of Kentuckians over the age of 65 have lost at least six teeth because of dental decay […]
Q&A: Sitting down with Stock Yards Bank & Trust’s Louis Prichard
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Louis Prichard, Central Kentucky Market President for Stock Yards Bank & Trust, sat down with Building Kentucky to discuss his career, the current state of the economy, and more. Building Kentucky: What do you love about being a community banker? Louis Prichard: It really comes down to the culture of […]
UK named an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public Land-grant Universities
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Photo by Mark Cornelison, UK Photo In recognition of its ongoing commitment to economic development, the University of Kentucky has been designated as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity (IEP) University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU). The national designation acknowledges public research universities working with both public […]