Lineman Appreciation Day
George Gripshover is a Lineman at KU We asked George a few questions about his journey as a lineman and this is what he told us: What inspired you to choose this career path? “My fascination with electricity began in the 9th grade when I entered vocational school. While I initially embarked on my career as an electrician wiring houses, I realized that I [...]
Business Spotlight: Superior Huntingdon
Superior Huntingdon Composites is uniquely positioned to provide the global composites market with the most comprehensive offering of glass reinforced continuous filament mat and surfacing veil material solutions available to customers today. The product offerings are used in the construction, automotive, transportation, power and energy, corrosion, wind energy, marine and other industries. Flexible Manufacturing – Our equipment and remelt processes allow the [...]
Business Spotlight: Pathways
In 1966, a group of concerned citizens formed the Nineteenth Regional Mental Health / Mental Retardation Board in response to President Kennedy’s initiative to drastically alter the delivery of behavioral health services. As a result, federal funds were issued to establish the Appalachian Comprehensive Care Center to provide behavioral health services in Boyd, Carter, Greenup, and Lawrence counties. Elliott County was added [...]
Spotlighting some incredible social workers in TENCO area
In honor of Social Workers Month, we're spotlighting a few of the many incredible social workers in our TENCO area. Many are unaware of the diverse career opportunities available to those with a social work degree, and we aim to shed light on this. Social work is one of the fields we can provide assistance for. Give us a call today at one of [...]
Black History Month Workforce Spotlight: De’Sarae Chambers Perry
De'Sarae Chambers Perry, Maysville Community & Technical College Director of Community Workforce & Economic Development. What factors or values drive and inspire you in both your personal and professional life? My drive started from my background as an athlete. When I started at 5 years old, playing at the Tom Browning Boys and Girls Club, I was very timid and shy [...]
TENCO has partner training at Carter Caves
CARTER CAVES STATE RESORT PARK — Kentucky Career Center TENCO held an area-wide partner training at Carter Caves State Resort Park on Oct. 25. This annual event provides partner agencies the opportunity to receive up-to-date training in order to serve customers in the best way possible. Syl Florez, State EEO and ADA Coordinator with the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet Office of Diversity, Equality, and Training [...]
Business Spotlight: Maysville Nursing & Rehabilitation Facility
Maysville Nursing & Rehabilitation Facility … Maysville Nursing & Rehabilitation Facility is a leading provider in short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. We specialize in providing quality care to an array of individuals. Our team of healthcare professionals and caregivers tailor the resident's care to meet their unique needs. Whether you need short or long-term care due to aging, illness, recovery, or [...]
Kentucky Welding Institute has first Metal Works Expo
FLEMINGSBURG, Ky. — The Kentucky Welding Institute hosted its first Metal Works Expo Sept. 1 at its campus in Flemingsburg. Established in 2015, KWI has trained highly skilled welders and placed them into the workforce with many choosing to travel the nation as pipewelders. The American Welding Society brought their traveling exhibit “Experience Virtual Welding” to promote careers in the welding industry. Several unions [...]
Assistance available for summer utility bills
LIHEAP and LIHWAP are designed to assist eligible Kentucky Households with their electric, water, and/or wastewater bills. Contact a Community Action Program near you for details. Cindy Whisman, Community Services Director, 606-845-0081 Brayln Kielman, Fleming County Coordinator, 606-845-0081 Judy Craycraft, Lewis County Coordinator, 606-796-3893 Marianne Knott, Mason County Coordinator, 606-564-8389 Sheila Collins, Bracken County Coordinator, 606-735-2948 Linda Edwards, Robertson County Coordinator, 606-724-5513 Boyd County [...]
Business Spotlight: Mineral Labs
Mineral Labs … Founded in 1975, Mineral Labs Inc.’s original laboratory and headquarters is located in Salyersville, Kentucky. MLI was established on the basis of providing overnight analysis to the coal industry, coupled with quality service and cost effectiveness. Since its inception, Mineral Labs has expanded to employ over 200 staff members at 20 laboratories spanning across 7 states. The core management staff [...]