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Kentucky real estate firm leads donors to Beshear’s super PAC in 2025
WKYU - Kentucky
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August 1, 2025
The political action committee of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear reported raising $618,210 in the first half of this year, as he flirts with a potential run for president in 2028. A majority of the funds raised by Beshear super PAC In This Together in...
Kentucky Guard medical personnel enhance readiness and partnerships overseas
DVIDS - Georgia
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August 1, 2025
KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES 08.01.2025 Courtesy Story FRANKFORT, Ky. – Army National Guard Soldiers from the Kentucky Medical Detachment (MEDDET) and the 1163rd Medical Company Area Support (MCAS) recently completed overseas deployment training (ODT)...
Kentucky’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Has Been Approved For Operations, Governor Announces
Marijuana Moment
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August 1, 2025
The governor of Kentucky has announced that the state’s first medical cannabis dispensary has officially been approved for operations. “Great news, Kentucky—today, we approved the state’s first medical cannabis dispensary for operations in Beaver...
Kentucky Department of Education recognizes Farmington Elementary as Spotlight School
WPSD-TV - Kentucky
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MAYFIELD, Ky. — For the Graves County community, Farmington Elementary is more than just a school: It’s the foundation for strong relationships promoting academic and personal success. That investment in student well-being has earned Farmington...
Republic Bank Announces New C-Suite Leaders
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 1, 2025-- Republic Bank & Trust Company ("Republic" or the “Bank") is proud to introduce two new members to the corporate leadership team. Promoted from within, Christy Ames now serves as Executive Vice...
US job growth slows as Trump tariffs hit economy
ColoradoBiz
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August 1, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. hiring is slowing sharply as President Donald Trump’s erratic and radical trade policies paralyze businesses and raise doubts about the outlook for the world’s largest economy. In Brief: U.S. employers added just 73,000...
Employers slash hiring as Trump advances punishing trade agenda
The Daily Record - Maryland
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August 1, 2025
Key Takeaways: U.S. added 73,000 jobs in July, well below forecasts Tariffs and trade policy linked to rising economic uncertainty Manufacturing and federal jobs saw continued losses Fed faces pressure to cut rates amid slowing job market U.S....
US employers slash hiring as Trump advances punishing trade agenda
The Journal Record - Oklahoma
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August 1, 2025
Summary: – Employers added just 73,000 jobs in July, missing forecasts. – Revisions erased 258,000 jobs from May and June reports. – Trump’s erratic tariff policies spook markets and businesses. WASHINGTON — U.S. hiring is slowing sharply as...
US hiring drops as Trump pushes trade agenda
Sabah
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August 1, 2025
U.S. job growth is cooling significantly as President Donald Trump’s unpredictable trade policies unsettle businesses and cloud the outlook for the world’s largest economy. The Labor Department reported Friday that U.S. employers added just 73,000...
Employers slash hiring as Trump advances a punishing trade agenda
Los Angeles Times
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August 1, 2025
Hiring is slowing sharply as President Donald Trump’s erratic and radical trade policies paralyze businesses and raise doubts about the outlook for the world’s largest economy. The Labor Department reported Friday that U.S. employers added just...
U.S. Cannabis Market Trends Analysis Report 2025-2030 | Celebrity-Backed Brands from Celebrities Such as Jay-Z & Snoop, and Mainstream Companies Drive Growth Amid Expanding Legalization - ResearchAndMarkets.com
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 1, 2025-- The "U.S. Cannabis Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Source (Hemp, Marijuana), By Derivatives (CBD, THC), By Cultivation (Indoor Cultivation, Outdoor Cultivation) By End-use (Medical Use,...
Brett Guthrie highlights economic initiatives and Kentucky manufacturing efforts
Bowling Green Today - Kentucky
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July 31, 2025
Rep. Brett Guthrie, U.S. Congressman representing Kentucky’s 2nd district since 2009, recently highlighted his work on economic and manufacturing issues through a series of posts on his official social media account.On July 30, 2025, Guthrie...
Learned Observations in New Market Regulated Cannabis Policy
Forbes
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Original Title: There Is A Road, No Simple Highway: Learned Observations In New Market Commercial/Regulated Cannabis Policy Development The development of cannabis policy is an ever-evolving field, which has been sprung from night into the sun....
Gaffalione preps for Kentucky Downs at Ellis Preview
Bowling Green Daily News - Kentucky State
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August 1, 2025
Published 11:43 am Friday, August 1, 2025 By By JENNIE REES / Special to the Daily News Jockey Tyler Gaffalione will ride in all seven Kentucky Downs Preview races this weekend at Ellis Park in Henderson. (COADY PHOTOGRAPHY) Ellis Park is staging...
Andy Ogles criticizes economic leadership and calls for action against political opponents
SC Tennessee News
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August 1, 2025
Rep. Andy Ogles, who represents Tennessee’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress, posted a series of statements on his social media account between July 31 and August 1, 2025, addressing economic policy and political accountability.On July 31, Ogles...
Richmond awarded $2 Million PDI Grant for New Business & Industrial Park
The Richmond Register - Kentucky
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The city of Richmond is once again included in the latest round of funding awards from the state’s Kentucky Product Development Initiative of 2024. This is the third time for the city to be counted among the KPDI recipients. These awards...
Moses Seeks FCC Blessing To Buy Kentucky Radio Stations
Radio and Television Business Report
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August 1, 2025
For most people, the cities of London and Manchester are associated with England. However, they are also municipalities within the state of Kentucky, where an AM with an FM translator and two full-power FMs can be heard. Pending FCC approval,...
Beshear: Kentuckians ‘not worried about an autopen’
Semafor
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August 1, 2025
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Andy Beshear came to South Carolina to tell his fellow Southern Democrats that they were right. They did have a great offer to make to the voters who drifted away decades ago: Saving Medicaid. Their party had lost ground by...
Will the latest round of Trump tariffs hit the Kentucky bourbon industry?
Courier-Journal - Kentucky
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The EU and U.S. reached a trade deal involving tariffs and energy purchases, but details remain unclear, particularly regarding the future of tariffs on American spirits. Canada and the U.S. are engaged in an ongoing tariff dispute, with Canada...
Kentucky Derby Museum unveils Derby Fashion exhibit. Take a peek inside
Courier-Journal - Kentucky
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The Kentucky Derby Museum's new permanent exhibit showcases Derby fashion from the 1870s to modern day. The exhibit features outfits, hats, and accessories, offering an immersive Derby Day experience. Interactive touchscreens provide access to...