News Archive
Stay informed about the latest developments and initiatives in our region.
Safety Is Smart Business: South Western Kentucky’s Commitment to Safe Manufacturing
06/23/2025 - June marks National Safety Month, and there’s no better time to spotlight how South Western Kentucky is building its manufacturing future... READ MORE
SWK Region Experiencing Residential Boom 5 of the top 25 fastest-growing markets in the region!
06/18/2025 - MEDIA RELEASE Contact: Carter Hendricks Executive Director ... READ MORE
SWK Celebrates Military Appreciation Month
05/19/2025 - SWK CELEBRATES Military Appreciation Month The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council (SWK EDC) is proud to celebrate May as Military Appreciation Month in South... READ MORE
Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund
05/19/2025 - The SWK region offers our prayers and support to our friends in London-Laurel County and the Somerset-Pula skin County areas and the entire Central Kentucky... READ MORE
SWK Celebrates Region’s Newest Industrial Park John E. Walton Business Park
04/15/2025 - SWK Celebrates Region’s Newest Industrial Park John E. Walton Business Park The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council (SWK EDC) recently received exciting... READ MORE
Igniting the Future: Building a Robust Talent Pipeline in South Western Kentucky
04/01/2025 - South Western Kentucky is a region with immense potential, a place where business growth and community prosperity go hand in hand. A key ingredient... READ MORE
South Western Kentucky EDC Celebrates Region’s Continued Success in Agriculture
03/18/2025 - The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council is pleased to announce that the three-county SWK region continues to rank high in Kentucky’s... READ MORE
Cinis Fertilizer To Build New $109.2 Million Green Fertilizer Production Plant, Creating 65 Jobs in Hopkinsville
12/12/2024 - Project comes as part of agreement to recycle waste from battery producer Ascend Elements FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 12, 2024) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear congratulated Cinis Fertilizer,... READ MORE
Top 3 Community Features to Consider in Site Selection
11/14/2024 - When considering a new place for a site there are many factors to consider. You’ll want to look into the location, your future... READ MORE
South Western Kentucky Celebrates Regional Industries At Annual Industry Appreciation Luncheon
10/28/2024 - The SWK EDC recently honored over seventy-five manufacturers employing more than 10,000 regional residents at its annual Industry Appreciation Luncheon, highlighting significant growth and investment in the area. READ MORE