Seventh round of funding continues investment in business growth and community development The Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) has awarded two $2,500 mini-grants to local read more
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In our newsroom, you’ll find a number of articles about economic development initiatives in Somerset-Pulaski County, an archive of news coverage featuring SPEDA, and our video library.
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Chris Girdler
President + CEO
606.425.5409
chris@speda.org
News
SPEDA Commerce Park awarded $2 million in state funding to accelerate site development
Funding part of broader statewide investment to prepare Kentucky communities for job growth The Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) has been awarded $2 million in state funding read more
Free hospitality training available for Somerset-Pulaski County businesses
Two-hour session covering the fundamentals of customer service will be April 28 at The Virginia Every great destination has something in common: people who take pride in how they welcome others. In read more
Sen. Mitch McConnell secures $1.45 million for Barnesburg Road overpass at SPEDA Commerce Park
Funding part of $117 million federal package supporting Kentucky airports, highways and economic development projects The Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) will receive $1.45 read more
SPEDA President & CEO honored with Distinguished Community Service Award at Chamber banquet
Chris Girdler receives the Chamber’s highest recognition for a lifetime of service and leadership Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) President & CEO Chris Girdler received read more
From the Vine: Where community, calling, and food take root
Market serves a need in Somerset for bulk and discounted foods; SPEDA mini-grant helps expand freezer space Editor’s note: This is the final part in a four-part series highlighting the 2025 read more