University of Kentucky and NBA standout Derek Anderson delivers inspirational message to students about creating positive habits and building character Nearly 200 local high school students listened read more
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Free hospitality training available to Somerset-Pulaski County employees
SPEDA initiative promotes the need for excellent customer service and supports the local tourism industry The Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) will host its annual free read more
Kentucky Chamber CEO discusses the state’s workforce crisis
Industrial Leaders Breakfast presentation includes important data about Kentucky’s workforce participation, initiatives to improve More than 50 people representing 27 businesses turned out for our read more
SPEDA sells former Blackboard buildings plus 35 acres to Somerset Community College
Property will be used as a workforce training center, scheduled to open in spring 2022 Somerset Community College’s (SCC) footprint in the industrial community expanded today, positioning its read more
SPEDA purchases warehouse to expand inmate re-entry program
Pulaski County Detention Center will lease-to-own the building, which will be used as a technical training facility for inmates In an effort to be a state leader in re-entry programs, change the read more
Employer-led consortium will offer high-quality, affordable training to local businesses
Members will have access to a variety of courses for employees Through a new partnership with Somerset Community College (SCC), the Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) is reviving read more