USDA announces grants to expand meat processing, bolster supply chain in Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 2, 2026) — U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Kentucky State Director Travis T. Burton and Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell today announced four Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program grants.

The grants total almost $800,000 and will expand capacity

YARD FORCE Brings Active Zero-Turn Control to 58V REVO Walk-Behind Mower

YARD FORCE at Equip Exposition 2026

Patented Active Turn combines lever-operated turning motors, synchronized front-wheel drive and one-handed steering input in a compact cordless mower.

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, October 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- YARD FORCE showcased its 58V REVO cordless lawn mower at Equip Exposition 2026, combining zero-turn maneuverability with patented Active Turn powered steering in

Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell Applauds Trump Administration's $8 Billion Harvest Relief Program

FRANKFORT, KY (Oct. 20, 2026) –  Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell issued the following statement applauding the Trump Administration’s announcement of $8 billion in one-time payments to help American farmers manage temporary market disruptions and rising input costs during harvest:

"President Trump continues to deliver for America’s farmers. USDA’s new Harvest Fuel Relief Program will put $8 billion directly into farmers’ hands to help offset rising fuel and production costs. I’m grateful for his leadership and for putting farm families first."

Chomp the Chimp Series Continues Growth as Fifth Title Becomes Available for Preorder

Cover of Chomp the Chimp and the Slow Day, the fifth title in The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp picture-book series by Franco E. Santos, scheduled for release on December 8, 2026.

As Chomp races through the forest, he encounters a sleepy potto, a turtle, a snail, and a caterpillar revealing the value of slowing down and paying attention.

Children are naturally curious. Chomp's adventures are designed to encourage observation, conversation, and discovery.”

— Franco E. Santos, Ed.D

ELIZABETHTOWN, KY, UNITED STATES, October 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- From the series that Children's Bookwatch, the children's book review publication of Midwest Book Review, described as, "original, entertaining, and thoroughly 'kid friendly' ...

United Direct Solutions Names Karen Holliday Chief Operating Officer

image captions for karens headshot Karen Holliday, Chief Operating Officer of United Direct Solutions.

United Direct Solutions leadership team, from left: Chase Kirkwood, Connie Burns, Casey Hendrick, and Karen Holliday.

Print and mail industry leader and U.S. Army veteran brings more than 30 years of experience to United Direct Solutions.

Karen brings extensive print and mail industry experience, along with a strong track record of developing and empowering teams,”

— Casey Hendrick, CEO of United Direct Solutions

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, October 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- United Direct Solutions (UDS), a veteran-owned provider of direct mail, print, fulfillment, and digital marketing services, has named Karen Holliday Chief Operating

Kentucky Horse Park Announces Upcoming EquineEd EventFeaturing Historic Trainer Cherie DeVaux

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 16, 2026) — The Kentucky Horse Park (KHP) is thrilled to announce its next installment of the Equine Ed series on Tuesday, November 10, featuring acclaimed Thoroughbred racehorse trainer Cherie DeVaux. 

Cherie DeVaux is a Kentucky-based Thoroughbred trainer. In

Nancy Wiser Named First Recipient of the Tom L. Preston Lifetime Achievement Award

Nancy Wiser receives the Tom L. Preston Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 from Marc Whitt, PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter President. Photo credit: TOPS Photographer Tracie Dillon.

Marc Whitt presents Tom Preston with a plaque celebrating the newly established Tom L. Preston Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be given annually. Photo credit: TOPS Photographer Tracie Dillon.

PRSA's 2026 award recipients are joined by the chapter's president and president-elect. Photo credit: TOPS Photographer Tracie Dillon.

The PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter's new honor recognizes Wiser Strategies President Nancy Wiser's distinguished career in public relations.

Through Tom Preston, I learned that PR is a behavioral science grounded in research, integrity and respect. To be ... the first recipient of an award bearing his name is an extraordinary honor.”

— Nancy Wiser, APR, Fellow PRSA

LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Wiser Strategies President Nancy Wiser, APR, Fellow PRSA, has received the inaugural Tom L. Preston Lifetime Achievement Award from the Thoroughbred Chapter of the Public Relations