News for Education
Friday, January 05, 2024
Existing Companies Have One Year to File; New Companies Must File Within 90 Days of Creation or Registration
WASHINGTON -- On January 1, 2024 the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) began accepting beneficial ownership information reports. The bipartisan Corporate Transparency Act, enacted in 2021 to curb illicit finance, requires many companies doing ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Education, General News Article, Press Release
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
PIKEVILLE, KY (October 17, 2023) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce it is now accepting applications for the Excellence in Education Grant Program for the 2023-2024 grant cycle. The application portal will remain open until December 1, 2023.
To improve the program, there are two changes that have been made this year. First, any school may apply, even if they ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Education, Press Release
Monday, October 16, 2023
PIKEVILLE, KY (October 16, 2023) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the opening retreat for the Patton Leadership Institute (PLI), Class of 2024 on October 5-6, 2023. The retreat was held at Breaks Interstate Park with Chamber President & CEO, Jordan Gibson and Culture Docs Chief Engagement Officer, Jeff Peden as facilitators.
The retreat featured workshops that taught ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Education, Press Release
Patton Leadership Institute Class Immersed in Letcher County's Rich Heritage and Community Initiativ
Monday, June 05, 2023
Letcher County, May 16, 2023 – Patton Leadership Institute made an insightful visit to Letcher County on May 4, 2023. The class, comprising aspiring leaders from diverse backgrounds across east Kentucky, were exposed to the remarkable work being done by local organizations and individuals to promote tourism, preserve natural resources, and strengthen community ties.
The class had the privilege ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Chamber, Education, Press Release
Monday, June 05, 2023
Inez, KY – June 5, 2023 – The TEK Center, a state-of-the-art education facility, held a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 2, 2023, to mark its official grand opening. The event took place at 104 E. Main St, Suite 100, Inez, KY 41224, and was attended by distinguished guests, community leaders, and supporters.
The TEK Center is an innovative hub designed to provide individuals of all backgrounds ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Education, Community, Press Release
Monday, June 05, 2023
Lawrence County, June 5, 2023 – On June 1, 2023, Patton Leadership Institute had an eventful day including a fascinating tour of the Big Sandy Power Plant, an engaging discussion on “The Power of Positive Leadership” with Casey and Sabrina Lequire, and insightful conversations with industry experts Catrina Cargo from Sullivan University Learning Center (Louisa) and Amanda Clark, External Affairs ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Press Release, Education
Tuesday, May 09, 2023
Johnson County, KY (May 1, 2023) - Patton Leadership Institute (PLI) visited Johnson County for a day of exploration and learning. The group was led on a tour of Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) technical classes including the new state-of-the-art Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene Programs. They also visited the East Kentucky Advanced Manufacturing Institute (eKAMI), Butcher ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Chamber, Economic, Press Release
Monday, May 08, 2023
Pikeville, KY (April 27, 2023) - The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosted the first-ever East Kentucky Regional Competition of the National Civics Bee on April 27, 2023, at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg. The National Civics Bee is an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and The Civic Trust, to encourage excellence in civics knowledge.
Middle school students ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic, Political, Community, Education, Press Release
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Pikeville, KY (March 7,2023) Patton Leadership Institute is a comprehensive and intensive training program aimed at developing and expanding leadership skills for people in various professions such as business, government, education, and non-profit organizations. The program consists of a series of sessions designed to help participants develop their leadership skills and increase their knowledge ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Press Release
Tuesday, December 06, 2022
Are you feeling behind on your holiday preparations? Don't worry, you're not alone. Many small business owners are scrambling to get everything done in time. But don't worry, we've got you covered. From the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, here’s a helpful holiday season checklist to help make sure you don't miss a thing. With this checklist under your belt, you'll be able to relax and ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic, General News Article, Community, Education, Press Release
