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we change people's lives.

We help people feel safer through public safety initiatives; let people tap into their creative spirit through the arts; empower people through leadership education opportunities; and give people access to high speed broadband.

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The Center for Rural Development strives to establish productive and prosperous communities.

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The Center for Rural Development fosters a culture of creativity throughout our region.

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The Center for Rural Development is a catalyst for regional and statewide economic, local, and educational development.

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The Center for Rural Development serves as your gateway to world-class communication and collaboration.

Upcoming Events

To access information on how to purchase tickets online for our public events; see our interactive monthly calendar with listings of daily events. You can find information and current schedule for our annual live performing arts series, and locate general information on our art exhibits that display in our lobby and first-floor areas.

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Public Safety

ImageNewsPublic SafetyTraining available for rural emergency responders
December 22, 2025

Training available for rural emergency responders

Did you know The Center for Rural Development manages a nationally recognized training program for emergency responders? The Rural Domestic Preparedness Consortium (RDPC) delivers 23 instructor-led and five web-based training…
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Arts & Culture

ImageArts & CultureNewsOur Newest Artist: Drue Winsett
May 5, 2026

Our Newest Artist: Drue Winsett

Our newest art exhibit showcases the work of Somerset artist Drue Winsett. A self-taught painter, Drue's artistic journey was inspired early on by his mother, an accomplished painter whose creative…
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Leadership

ImageLeadershipNewsSix projects receive ARC grant funding
May 19, 2026

Six projects receive ARC grant funding

Too many communities across Southern and Eastern Kentucky face barriers to growth, workforce development, childcare access, and economic opportunity. But local leaders across our region are creating new pathways forward.…
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Technology

ImageTechnologyIn the Media: SEKIA featured on LEX18 News
July 7, 2025

In the Media: SEKIA featured on LEX18 News

Internet connectivity can be an issue in many parts of the Commonwealth. In Somerset, The Center for Rural Development is working to change that for their 45- County Service Area.…
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