News Archive
Stay informed about the latest developments and initiatives in our region.
5 Reasons DEI is Important in Manufacturing
03/17/2023 - With February’s celebration of Black History Month & this month being Women’s History Month, we’re focusing on DEI in... READ MORE
2023 Jobs Fest and Wage Survey Findings
03/15/2023 - The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council is pleased to release the summary findings of our wage and skill survey conducted with regional manufacturers and... READ MORE
Why is Kentucky Such a Key Location for EV Investment?
03/07/2023 - If you’re tuned in to Kentucky economic development news, you’ll notice EV and related manufacturing announcements have dominated in the last... READ MORE
SWK Celebrates Regional Diversity
02/27/2023 - The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council (SWK EDC) is proud to celebrate the region’s incredible diversity as we recognize February as Black... READ MORE
Kentucky Cornerstone to promote economic development in Western Kentucky
02/06/2023 - Contact: Amanda Davenport, 270-551-2159, hello@kentuckycornerstone.com PRINCETON, Kentucky (February 6, 2023) – A group of economic development organizations from across western Kentucky have joined... READ MORE
White Drive Motors & Steering To Relocate Production to Christian County With $16 Million Investment Creating 25 Full-Time Jobs
02/01/2023 - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced an expansion in Hopkinsville for White Drive Motors & Steering, a manufacturer of orbital motors and hydraulic steering units. The... READ MORE
SWK Celebrates Historic 2022, Announces New Initiative
01/30/2023 - The South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council (SWK EDC) is excited to share an infographic highlighting a historic year in South Western Kentucky featuring over $4... READ MORE
Why Spec, Why Now?
01/19/2023 - Heading in to 2023, we have a very unique situation in South Western Kentucky. We have not one, but two spec buildings on the horizon for... READ MORE
Christian County Schools Announces Early Learning Center
12/16/2022 - Christian County Public Schools has announced the inception of the Inspire Early Learning Academy. The center will provide high-quality childcare for employees of Christian County... READ MORE
Rural Connectivity & Today’s Workforce
12/08/2022 - There are around 5 billion people using the internet. Over half the world’s population has access to the internet. Read that again, but let... READ MORE