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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,...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
Employers slash hiring amid punishing trade agenda; Trump calls for BLS head’s firing
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....
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...
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...
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...
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,...
Kentucky legislature leaders talk nuclear, AI developments at Paducah Chamber panel
wkms - Kentucky
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July 31, 2025
The Republican leaders of both Kentucky’s chambers of legislature took the stage in Paducah Thursday to discuss incentive opportunities and other actions state lawmakers are considering ahead of the 2026 budget session. Two of the big topics...
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...
Kentucky, Indiana leaders ordering Riverlink staff increase to improve user experience
WLKY - Kentucky
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August 1, 2025
CONTROL. ARSON INVESTIGATORS ARE LOOKING INTO HOW IT STARTED. KENTUCKY AND INDIANA LEADERS ARE ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS TO REDUCE WAIT TIMES FOR RIVERLINK USERS. ELECTRONIC TRANSACTION CONSULTANTS WAS INSTRUCTED TO MORE THAN DOUBLE ITS STAFFING TO...
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 approves first medical marijuana dispensary for operations. Here's where
Courier-Journal - Kentucky
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Gov. Andy Beshear said July 31 that The Post Dispensary in Beaver Dam is the first medical marijuana dispensary in Kentucky to be approved for operations. An exact opening date is unclear, but Beshear said the dispensary is expected to open in...
Marcus Corporation Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 1, 2025-- The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) today reported results for the second quarter fiscal 2025 ended June 30, 2025. “It was a strong quarter for Marcus Corporation, with significant growth in revenue,...
Ford recalls over 1.7 million vehicles, including some made in Kentucky
Courier-Journal - Kentucky
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Ford recalled over 1.7 million vehicles, some of which were made in Kentucky. The recalls address issues such as cracked fuel injectors, failing fuel pumps, and malfunctioning airbags. Impacted owners will be notified by mail and should contact...
Was this historical Kentucky figure the inspiration for Trump's tariffs?
Courier-Journal - Kentucky
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One of Kentucky’s most memorable statesmen might be the inspiration behind President Donald Trump’s tariff policy. Trump's trade policy, largely centered on tariffs, is a hallmark of his second term's "America First Priorities," and shares a...