News Archive
Stay informed about the latest developments and initiatives in our region.
Ascend Elements to Locate Largest U.S. Facility in Hopkinsville, Create 250 Full-Time Jobs with $310 Million Phase 1 Investment
08/01/2022 - FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 1, 2022) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced continued growth of electric vehicle-related manufacturing in the commonwealth, as Ascend Elements Inc., a producer... READ MORE
Sharon Butts Named to 2022 KY Notable Women
07/18/2022 - South Western Kentucky Executive Named as 2022 Notable Women in Kentucky Politics and Government, A Program of The Kentucky Gazette The South Western... READ MORE
South Western Kentucky Announces SWK IGNITE
07/11/2022 - The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council is excited to announce the creation of SWK IGNITE. This new initiative is a partnership... READ MORE
South Western Kentucky Celebrates Local Graduates
05/24/2022 - The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council is excited to celebrate and recognize the region’s high school and college graduates during... READ MORE
Casey Jones Distillery to Expand with $1.9 Million Investment in Hopkinsville, Creating 15 Full-Time Jobs
05/02/2022 - FRANKFORT, Ky. (April. 28, 2022) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced further momentum in the state’s bourbon and spirits industry with the expansion of... READ MORE
Legacy Metals Invests $1.2 Million to Expand Christian County Facility, Adding 100 Full-Time Jobs for Kentuckians
04/20/2022 - FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 20, 2022) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Legacy Metals LLC, a building materials supplier and manufacturer, will grow its current operation with... READ MORE
The Benefits of Hiring A Veteran
04/05/2022 - A perspective written by Robert “Bobby” Loyd, SFC Army (Ret). Transitioning out of the military comes with a lot of uncertainty.... READ MORE
4 Quality of Life Indicators to Measure In Site Selection
04/05/2022 - The International Economic Development Council consistently ranks quality of life as one of the most important factors to consider in site selection. It’s... READ MORE
South Western Kentucky Supports Jobs Fest 2022
04/05/2022 - The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council is excited to support the inaugural Jobs Fest 2022 which is planned for April 28th at... READ MORE
South Western Kentucky EDC Celebrates Region’s Continued Success in Agriculture - Christian County #1 in Winter Wheat and Corn
03/23/2022 - The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council is pleased to announce that Christian County continues to rank high in Kentucky’s total... READ MORE