Willcox International Holdings Engages Local Businesses to Advance Rare Earth Extraction

Willcox International Holdings Inc.

Willcox Rare Earth Elements

Focused on concentrating rare earth ore from ~500 ppm to 7% to 12% iconic clay-based rare earth concentrated ore (light and heavy rare earth elements)

Willcox International Holdings Inc. (OTCMKTS:WINH)

HAZARD, KY, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Willcox International Holdings Inc., (“WINH” or the “Company”) (OTCPK: WINH), a developer of resources containing high-value rare earth elements, critical minerals, and other infrastructure-related materials for the defense and industrial markets, today announced, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Wyoming

Gov. Beshear, Department of Criminal Justice Training Announce 17 Graduates of Public Safety Dispatch Academy Class 172

The Beshear-Coleman administration’s top priority is the safety of all Kentuckians. The Governor's public safety actions are creating safer communities and a better Kentucky. 

 In April, Team Kentucky broke ground on DOCJT’s new Madisonville campus. When completed, the $50 million project will house two buildings – a 42,800-square-foot classroom and administration building providing learning space, offices and recruit showers and changing areas, as well as a 30,625-square-foot high bay building, which will house an

The National Veteran-Owned Business Association honors the Women's Veteran's Business Enterprise of the Year (VBEOY)

Isabella Pina, President & CEO of Inspired Solutions Inc

Kathleen Ford, CEO of scDatacom

Joy Baucom, CEO of Diligence Security Group

Honoring Outstanding Leadership & Entrepreneurial Excellence & Recognizing the Intersection of Veteran's Business Enterprises and Women's Business Enterprises

These Veteran's Business Enterprise of the Year winners are a testament to what's possible when service, sacrifice, and entrepreneurial spirit come together.”

— Adam McCarty, NaVOBA Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships

LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Last week on June 16th, 2026 the National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA) proudly hosted the 2026 Women's Veteran's Business Enterprises® of the Year Awards Ceremony during the Women's Business Enterprise

Four Directors Re-Elected to Farm Credit Mid-America’s Board of Directors

Customer-owners select Clark, Fogleman, Hill and Hopper for another four-year term

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Farm Credit Mid-America has announced the results of its recent Board of Directors and 2027 Nominating Committee elections, with customer-owners with voting stock selecting four directors to represent Arkansas/Missouri, Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio.

The following directors have been re-elected to

Babylon Dental Care Welcomes Dr. Pooja Lineswala, DDS, MPH

PATCHOGUE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Babylon Dental Care has announced the addition of Dr. Pooja Lineswala, DDS, MPH, to its clinical team, expanding access to comprehensive and preventive dental care through-out Long Island.

Dr. Lineswala earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree

Western Specialty Contractors Completes $3.9 Million Parking Garage Restoration Project at St. Joseph Office Park

St Joseph Office Park Garage

Overhead repairs on the parking garage

LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Western Specialty Contractors’ Indianapolis branch completed a $3.9 million concrete repair and waterproofing project at Garage C of the St.

Gov. Beshear, Department of Criminal Justice Training Announce 23 Officers Graduate From Academy of Police Supervision

The Beshear-Coleman administration’s top priority is the safety of all Kentuckians. The Governor's public safety actions are creating safer communities and a better Kentucky. 

 In April, Team Kentucky broke ground on DOCJT’s new Madisonville campus. When completed, the $50 million project will house two buildings – a 42,800-square-foot classroom and administration building providing learning space, offices and recruit showers and changing areas, as well as a 30,625-square-foot high bay building, which will house an

John Chmela Set to Host Annual Mogadishu Mile: A Mission to Combat Veteran Isolation Through Communal Remembrance

GEORGETOWN, KY, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- John Chmela, tech entrepreneur and founder of Queenslake Horse Farm, has announced the sixth annual hosting of the Mogadishu Mile, a high-intensity remembrance event and veteran

Kim Myers and Applause International Celebrate 37 Shows and 30 Years in Performing Arts Talent Development

Kim Myers with Children in South Africa, circa 2015

For 30+ years, Kim Myers and Applause International have connected performers with agents, casting pros, and industry leaders through The ARTS Convention.

I may not be a preacher, but I do feel like a glorified usher who can usher the talent right in.”

— Kimberly Myers

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- For more than 30 years, Kim Myers has dedicated her life to helping aspiring performers discover opportunities, build confidence, and pursue their passions.

This year, Myers celebrates her 37th show and

Climavision Brings on JP Morgan Finance and Energy Industry Veteran to Scale Energy Market Focus, Combat Grid Volatility

New CFO Jeff Woods, with three decades of experience in energy markets, joins as Climavision scales with utilities facing AI demand and weather risk

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Climavision, the weather technology company deploying a proprietary weather observation network and powering weather intelligence for utilities, energy traders and grid operators, has appointed Jeff Woods as Chief Financial Officer. Woods, a former JP Morgan managing director with

Palmetto Moon to Celebrate Grand Opening at Kentucky Oaks Pavilion on August 1

From the moment we opened our first store in Kentucky, customers have embraced Palmetto Moon with incredible enthusiasm and support.”

— Kelsi Gannon, Brand Marketing Manager

PADUCAH, KY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Palmetto Moon is gearing up to celebrate the Grand Opening of its newest Kentucky location at Kentucky Oaks Pavilion in Paducah with a full day of

Sayre School's Class of 2026 Earns $15.8 Million in College Scholarships

Sayre School's Class of 2026 Earns $15.8 Million in College Scholarships

Lexington's Sayre School sends its 2026 graduates to 31 colleges across 17 states and the UK, backed by more than $15.8 million in merit scholarships.

LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sayre School is celebrating a standout send-off for its Class of 2026. This year's graduating seniors will head to 31 colleges and universities across 17

Accelecom and Silica Broadband Enhance High-Speed Internet across Oldham County, Kentucky

We are excited to partner with Accelecom to provide our customers with improved high-speed internet services. This relationship aligns perfectly with our commitment to enhancing connectivity...”

— Dave Wallace, Silica Broadband Founder

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Accelecom, a leading provider of next-generation fiber solutions has been selected by Silica Broadband, the prominent Broadband Operator based in Prospect, Kentucky to assist Silica in delivering high-quality, high-speed internet

Auditor Ball Calls On Governor Beshear to Show Up For Families of Children with Autism

FRANKFORT, KY (June 17, 2026) – Yesterday, Auditor Ball sent a letter to Governor Beshear and Secretary Stack urging them to stand with Kentucky families of children with Autism.

On May 27, families caring for children and youth with severe Autism gathered to discuss the Commonwealth's lack of residential services and other urgent needs. No representatives from

Americans Continue Investing in Backyard Living Spaces Despite Economic Uncertainty

practical backyard

Eddie van Aken

Homeowners Remain Focused on Outdoor Improvements, Patios, and DIY Projects in 2026

Homeowners aren't abandoning backyard projects. They're choosing practical upgrades that improve daily life, increase comfort, and help them get more value from the homes they already own.”

— Eddie van Aken

ELKTON, KY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- While economic uncertainty continues to affect consumer spending, homeowners across the United States are still investing heavily in their homes and outdoor living spaces.

According to data from the National

TogetherWith Brings Culture, Creativity, and the Future of Brand Storytelling to Cannes Lions 2026

Santiago Puiggari Founding Partner, Heidi Singleton Chief Creative Officer, Florencia Franceschetti Miami Managing Director

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- After presenting the consolidation of its agencies in Cannes last year, independent global creative powerhouse TogetherWith will host three

Shelbyville's Whitley Walls Selected to Represent the United States at 2026 Saddle Seat World Cup Competition

Four-Time Reserve World Champion Selected for Prestigious US Saddle Seat World Cup Team

I am proud to represent a state and community that have played such an important role in the history of the American Saddlebred”

— Whitley Walls

SHELBYVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Shelbyville resident, four-time Reserve World Champion equestrian, and recent Christian Academy of Louisville graduate Whitley Walls has been selected to represent the United States on the Five-Gaited

Justice AV Solutions (JAVS) and TheRecordXchange (TRX) Partner to Deliver the Complete Court Record

The partnership between JAVS and TRX provides a complete capture-to-transcript-to-delivery option, which can help address court reporter shortages.

"Our focus has always been to provide courts with the most reliable record they can trust, every time. Partnering with TRX allows us to extend that trust beyond capture”

— Andrew Green, CEO, Justice AV Solutions

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- For over 40 years, Justice AV Solutions (JAVS) has been one of the most trusted names in courtroom AV recording and technology, with solutions installed in courtrooms across the United States

Prova Spirits Launches Prova Select, a Cocktail-Driven Line of Cask-Strength Single Barrel Bourbon and Rye

Prova Select Straight Bourbon and Rye Whiskies

Whiskey is often judged by how it tastes neat, and that matters, but these barrels were chosen because they keep their character in cocktails”

— Giuseppe Paoulos

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Prova Spirits is thrilled to announce the launch of Prova Select, a new line of aged spirits hand selected by the Louisville nano distillery to meet one standard first: performance in cocktails. The initial

‘Education Matters’ discusses the summer slide

Summer break for students provides a break from school and homework. For them, it is a time of relaxation and fun. Unfortunately, it can lead to learning loss. Host Kelsey Starks and education experts discuss the reality of the summer slide and what parents, teachers and students can do to prevent it. 

Preventing the Summer Slide: Education Matters
KET Monday, June 8 • 8/7 pm
Watch on-demand at KET.org and on the PBS Video app

KET is Kentucky’s largest classroom, providing trusted programming, lifelong learning opportunities and essential services to more than two million people each week. Learn more about Kentucky’s preeminent public media organization at KET.org, on X @KET and at facebook.com/KET.

‘Inside Louisville’ goes inside Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs

Kentucky’s Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs cultivates the next generation of business innovators. GSE’s Summer Startup program invites high school students from across Kentucky to pitch the next big business idea. Host Kelsey Starks meets with the president and CEO, University of Louisville students who recently won the top prize at the Collegiate Pitch competition, and program alumni who are turning their ideas into a reality. 

Inside Louisville
KET Sunday, June 7 at noon/11 am
KET2 Monday, June 8 at 7/6 pm     
Watch on-demand at KET.org and on the PBS Video app

For behind-the-scenes footage and photographs, be sure to follow Inside Louisville’s Instagram feed at Instagram.com/KETinLou.

KET is Kentucky’s largest classroom, providing trusted programming, lifelong learning opportunities and essential services to more than two million people each week. Learn more about Kentucky’s preeminent public media organization at KET.org, on X @KET and at facebook.com/KET.

WaterStep Launches Cross-Border Ebola Response

DRC Ebola Outbreak Response

DRC Ebola Outbreak Response

WaterStep is establishing emergency bleach production hubs near affected communities, allowing frontline workers to produce critical disinfectant on site.

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- WaterStep has launched emergency operations across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Uganda, and Kenya as health officials warn

Environmental Products Group Named Sole Kentucky Distributor for Elgin Sweeper Products

Expanding Multi-State Footprint, EPG Deepens Partnership with Federal Signal to Serve Municipalities and Businesses Across the Region.

KY, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Environmental Products Group (EPG) - a leading provider of infrastructure and municipal maintenance equipment - is proud to announce that it has

College Football Brasil Announces Postponement of 2026 Football Game in Brazil

NC State and Virginia Game Will Be Played Stateside

LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Following extensive review with participating institutions, operational partners, and international stakeholders, the 2026 college football game between NC State and the University of Virginia,

Republic Bancorp, Inc. Earns Raymond James Community Banker’s Cup Honor for the Second Consecutive Year

Recognition follows a record-setting 2025 marked by strong performance, disciplined growth and continued strategic execution

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Republic Bancorp, Inc., the parent company of Republic Bank & Trust Company (“Republic” or the “Bank”), has once again been named a winner of the Raymond James Community Bankers Cup.

The Raymond James Community Bankers Cup honors the top 10 percent of community

Yum! Brands Announces Retirement of Tracy Skeans, Chief Operating Officer and Chief People & Culture Officer

Skeans spent more than 25 years with Yum! Brands and was instrumental in shaping the company’s business, culture and leadership

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced that Tracy Skeans, Chief Operating Officer and Chief People & Culture Officer, plans to retire after more than 25 years with the company. Skeans will remain in her current role through late this year, after which she will move into an advisory position.

“Over a remarkable 25-year career at Yum!, Tracy has

CSI Wins Best Core Banking System at the 2026 Banking Tech Awards USA

Award recognizes CSI NuPoint® as modern, open core platform helping community banks innovate, compete, and grow

PADUCAH, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CSI, a leading provider of end-to-end financial software and technology, today announced that CSI NuPoint®, the company’s flagship core banking platform, has been named the Best Core Banking System at the 2026 Banking Tech Awards USA.

The recognition underscores CSI’s momentum as a financial technology provider and its

Children’s Picture Book ‘Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night’ Offers a Fun, Gentle Approach to Nighttime Sounds

Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night releases June 16, 2026 and available now for preorder

Chomp the Chimp and the Rainy Day

A playful moment during one of Chomp's forest adventures: Cara the Cat watches Chomp the Chimp getting back up after Chomp's slip from a branch (from Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night).

A gentle jungle adventure that helps children feel safe, curious, and engaged in class read-alouds and during bedtime routines.

Bedtime anxiety is often triggered by a lack of visual data... the book helps children build an internal locus of control, turning what can become nighttime fear into a sense of safety and calm.”

— Franco E. Santos, Ed.D author of the Chomp the Chimp series

ELIZABETHTOWN, KY, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Santos Press announces the June 16, 2026 release of the third installment in "The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp" children's picture book series, “Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night.” The series integrates early childhood

Lead in Drinking Water Working Group to Meet June 10

FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 1, 2026) – The Lead in Drinking Water Working Group will hold a hybrid meeting June 10, 2026 at 11 a.m. Eastern time.

Those wishing to attend virtually can use this link with meeting ID 849 1197 3440  or call in by phone at 1-646 931 3860.

Those wishing to attend in person can do so at 300 Sower Boulevard Frankfort, Kentucky in

Acculevel Expands Foundation and Crawl Space Services Across Bowling Green, KY

BOWLING GREEN, KY, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Homes throughout Southern Kentucky frequently experience moisture buildup beneath the structure long before visible foundation