What can replace coal’s impact in Eastern Kentucky economy? These industries are growing - Yahoo Finance

In 1964, then-President Lyndon B. Johnson asked the U.S. Congress to declare an “unconditional war on poverty,” aimed at making places like Eastern Kentucky more prosperous and economically ... Read More

Economic, education gaps remain between Kentucky, U.S. - Lexington Herald Leader

What can replace coal’s impact in Eastern Kentucky economy? These industries are growing ‘Very unique moment.’ Head of Appalachian development agency discusses hopes for region Kentucky ... Read More

Coal industry sheds jobs, leaving Eastern Kentucky economy in tatters

The impact of an estimated 2,000 mining layoffs this year is hitting home across the mountainous coal counties of Eastern Kentucky. Gary Hall of Pike County, whose job at a coal-washing plant is ... Read More

Eastern Kentucky company growing local economy by growing vegetables year-round

It's growing the economy in an area that sorely needs it. What's growing inside AppHarvest's 2. 8-million square foot facility is capable of producing more food with less resources. Read More

Can Broadband Replace Coal in Kentucky? - GovTech

Coal production in Kentucky dipped last year to its lowest point since the Great Depression, according to the state Energy and Environmental Cabinet. The state’s coal industry lost 27.7 percent ... Read More

Prisons aren't recession proof industry. Kentucky doesn't need more - Courier-Journal

Prisons in Eastern Kentucky won't save the coal economy. It's time for a 'just transition.' “Coal, Cages, Crisis” author Judah Schept discusses mass incarceration in Central Appalachia and ... Read More

Prisons in Eastern Kentucky won't save the coal economy. It's time for a 'just transition.' - Yahoo

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What can replace coal’s impact in Eastern Kentucky economy? These industries are growing - AOL

The work to broaden the economy in Eastern Kentucky continues 60 years after President Lyndon B. Johnson visited in April 1964 as part of his push for anti-poverty programs. Read More

Coal industry sheds jobs, leaving Eastern Kentucky economy in tatters - The Wichita Eagle

The impact of an estimated 2,000 mining layoffs this year is hitting home across the mountainous coal counties of Eastern Kentucky. Gary Hall of Pike County, whose job at a coal-washing plant is ... Read More

What can replace coal’s impact in Eastern Kentucky economy? These industries are growing

The work to broaden the economy in Eastern Kentucky continues 60 years after President Lyndon B. Johnson visited in April 1964 as part of his push for anti-poverty programs. Read More

What can replace coal’s impact in Eastern Kentucky economy? These industries are growing - Yahoo Finance Canada

In 1964, then-President Lyndon B. Johnson asked the U.S. Congress to declare an “unconditional war on poverty,” aimed at making places like Eastern Kentucky more prosperous and economically healthy. Read More