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Meet the four entrepreneurs joining Kentucky’s Entrepreneur Hall of Fame in 2026

Oct 26, 2026

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Meet the four entrepreneurs joining Kentucky’s Entrepreneur Hall of Fame in 2026

The 2026 class includes four business leaders whose ventures span healthcare, insurance, retail and technology, leaving a lasting mark on Kentucky’s economy.

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Meet the four entrepreneurs joining Kentucky’s Entrepreneur Hall of Fame in 2026

The 2026 class includes four business leaders whose ventures span healthcare, insurance, retail and technology, leaving a lasting mark on Kentucky’s economy.

Kenton Hornbeck

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Lexington startup plans nation's largest nuclear power campus in Lewis County

Oct 22, 2026

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Lexington startup plans nation's largest nuclear power campus in Lewis County

The Nuclear Company, co-founded by former AppHarvest CEO Jonathan Webb, proposes a six-reactor facility capable of generating 6.6 gigawatts of electricity along the Ohio River.

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From near collapse to a vodka venture: PatientPoint's Mike Collette reflects on the pivots that shaped his career

Oct 21, 2026

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From near collapse to a vodka venture: PatientPoint's Mike Collette reflects on the pivots that shaped his career

At Blue North’s inaugural Plot Twist event, Collette reflected on the financial challenges, fierce competition and unexpected turns that shaped his career.

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Oct 21, 2026

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SOAR Summit brings Eastern Kentucky entrepreneurs together to build the region’s future

Oct 20, 2026

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SOAR Summit brings Eastern Kentucky entrepreneurs together to build the region’s future

The 2026 summit connected founders, business leaders and elected officials while announcing nearly $48 million in investments aimed at strengthening Eastern Kentucky’s economy.

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Meta to build Kentucky's largest data center in Mason County

Oct 16, 2026

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Meta to build Kentucky's largest data center in Mason County

Mason County officials approved a 40-year property tax exemption for the over 2,000-acre project, which could create 2,000 construction jobs and 400 permanent positions.

Kenton Hornbeck

Lexington

Oct 16, 2026

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3 min read

Flyover Automation wins Lexington startup pitch competition, advances to finals

Founder Cole Jarecke took home $500 at Awesome Inc.’s October 5 Across competition, beating out four other startups pitching ideas in AI, healthcare, home services and collaborative innovation.

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AI won't replace the plumber. This venture capitalist wants to make their business better.

Oct 14, 2026

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2 min read

AI won't replace the plumber. This venture capitalist wants to make their business better.

Fireroad Ventures founder Tim Metzner is betting on startups using AI to help blue-collar businesses operate more efficiently, preserve institutional knowledge and prepare for a wave of retirements.

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One year in, Covington's SparkHaus is full and looking to the future

Oct 14, 2026

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2 min read

One year in, Covington's SparkHaus is full and looking to the future

One year after opening in downtown Covington, SparkHaus is fully occupied, with more than 470 members and a growing community of startups, investors and entrepreneurs.

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Lexington startup plans nation's largest nuclear power campus in Lewis County

From near collapse to a vodka venture: PatientPoint's Mike Collette reflects on the pivots that shaped his career

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SOAR Summit brings Eastern Kentucky entrepreneurs together to build the region’s future

Meta to build Kentucky's largest data center in Mason County

Flyover Automation wins Lexington startup pitch competition, advances to finals

AI won't replace the plumber. This venture capitalist wants to make their business better.

One year in, Covington's SparkHaus is full and looking to the future

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