Source: Kentucky Lantern

The University of Kentucky and UK St. Claire opened a second Appalachian Center for Assistive Technology in Morehead on June 25, expanding access to assistive technology services, equipment loans and workforce training across Eastern Kentucky.

Kentucky approved $8 million in state funding for site and building development projects across four counties as part of the Kentucky Product Development Initiative, which aims to prepare infrastructure for future business investment and job creation.

The U.S. economy grew at a stronger pace than initially estimated in the first quarter of 2026 at 2.1 percent, driven by business investment and government spending, offering encouragement for economically lagging states like Kentucky.

Space Tango, a Lexington-based aerospace company, is investing $7.4 million to expand operations and add 25 jobs at a new facility at Greyline Station in Lexington.

Bluegrass Realtors reports that the central and southern Kentucky housing market gained momentum in May with sales up 5 percent, inventory reaching its highest May level since 2019, and home prices stabilizing after years of rapid appreciation.

Gov. Andy Beshear announced Space Tango will invest $7.4 million to expand its Lexington headquarters and create 25 new high-wage jobs, part of Kentucky’s growing aerospace and space technology sector.

Press Forward Blue Grass, a Blue Grass Community Foundation initiative, received a $125,000 grant from the national Press Forward coalition to develop public policy solutions supporting local journalism in Kentucky.

LG&E and KU’s president defended the utility’s data center expansion strategy, arguing careful planning and new safeguards can support Kentucky’s economic growth while protecting ratepayers from cost increases.