News Archive: Community Development
New study shows agriculture’s impact to Fayette County economy
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jun. 22, 2017
A study by CEDIK shows that agriculture is still a valuable asset to Fayette County’s economy, being responsible for one out of 12 jobs and for $2.3 billion in annual output.
UK Robinson Forest Welcomed The Curious
By
Jeff Franklin
Published on Jun. 8, 2017
UK's Robinson Forest opens its gates for a forest field day
Rain dampens ribbon-cutting but not UK student’s spirits
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on May. 19, 2017
The Music Lounge, designed by Rakeem Bradshaw, will serve as an experimental community gathering spot along Southland Drive, long known for its ties to music.
Kentucky celebrates small business
By
Roberta Meisel
Published on May. 4, 2017
The Kentucky Small Business Development Center and the Kentucky District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration presented 10 Pacesetter Awards.
2016-17 State of Small Business and Entrepreneurship Report released
By
Roberta Meisel
Published on Apr. 28, 2017
The report provides an overview of the important role small businesses play.
More than a pretty face; study shows agriculture’s impact on Woodford’s economy
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Apr. 24, 2017
In Woodford County, agriculture and the businesses that support it are responsible for one out of three jobs and $565 million in annual revenue.
Lexington Minority and Women Contractor Training graduates eight
By
Roberta Meisel
Published on Apr. 12, 2017
The Lexington Minority and Women Contractor Training Program provides skills training to minority and women business owners.
Boot, Scoot, and Boogie 5K Benefits UK Ag Education Scholarship Fund
By
Carl Nathe
Published on Mar. 30, 2017
The UK Agricultural Education Society presents a run/walk event known as the Boot, Scoot, and Boogie 5K on April 8 at Spindletop Hall.
CAFE professor on panel of new Civic Life Series March 22
By
Kathy Johnson
Published on Mar. 21, 2017
CAFE Professor Keiko Tanaka will participate in Immigration and Higher Education: Faculty Migration Stories at UK, March 22.
UK research shows effectiveness of summer gleaning program
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 15, 2017
The study shows the Campus Kitchen at University of Kentucky is reducing food waste and hunger in some of Lexington's most vulnerable populations.