SUMMARY: Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear launched the “New Kentucky Home” initiative, which aims to promote the state by linking tourism with business and workforce attraction. The campaign emphasizes Kentucky’s supportive communities, thriving businesses, and balanced lifestyle, appealing to families and companies looking for a new home. The initiative follows record tourism spending in 2023 and significant economic growth, with over $33 billion in investments and 56,000 jobs expected. Major employers like Ford and SK On are contributing, including a $5.8 billion electric vehicle battery plant. Beshear’s initiative highlights the synergy between tourism and economic development for Kentucky’s future success.

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SUMMARY: House Committee Chairman James Comer and Representatives Clay Higgins and Troy Nehls are urging the U.S. Government Accountability Office to investigate the Treasury Department’s compliance with laws protecting American industries, particularly the shrimping sector, from foreign competition. They express concerns that since 2004, U.S. representatives in international financial institutions have predominantly supported foreign projects that harm U.S. industries, including shrimp. The legislators cite that U.S. shrimp markets face significant competition from imports, particularly from India, which raises ethical issues like forced labor and environmental degradation on shrimp farms. They seek assurance that U.S. interests are adequately safeguarded.

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SUMMARY: Oakley Hacker, believed to be the oldest World War II veteran in Kentucky, recently celebrated his 108th birthday. Born on October 2, 1916, and serving in the U.S. Navy for nearly five years, Hacker achieved the rank of Gunners Mate Second Class and played a crucial role in the D-Day invasion, overseeing gunnery support. After returning home, he worked various jobs until retiring at 92 due to declining eyesight. Now residing at the Paul E. Patton Eastern Kentucky Veteran Center, Hacker is visited frequently by his daughter, who cherishes their memories together. He remains proud of his service and family, which includes grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

You’ve probably heard the saying “Age is just a number,” but imagine being over 100 years old—108 to be exact.

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