Eastern Kentucky Pride

08/29/2026

There's still time to join us for the Lynn Camp Creek Cleanup in Corbin, helping keep The Kentucky Wildlands clean! We're set up with Kentucky Waterways Alliance, Corbin Tourism and Convention Commission and the Corbin EKU Campus at the gazebo on Laurel Ave. next to the Engineer Street Bridge. Parking is available at Mad Al Distributors.

08/28/2026

What a beautiful morning to do some cleaning! We're so proud of the students at Mountain View Elementary for their hard work cleaning up their campus today! Their mountain scenery looks even more beautiful now that the trash is gone! Special thanks to Mrs. Savannah for her passion for a cleaner environment and for inspiring her students to take PRIDE in their community and in protecting The Kentucky Wildlands!

08/20/2026

‼️REMINDER - bids due Mon., Aug. 24 by 5pm‼️

Pulaski County:
Request for Bids from: Excavators / Contractors
The Center for Rural Development on behalf of Eastern Kentucky PRIDE Inc. is soliciting bids from contractors desiring to dig backhoe pits for site evaluations on septic systems for southern and eastern Kentucky. The successful bidder will be required to complete backhoe pits within fourteen (14) days of the date of the award. The Scope of Work, Request for Bid, and General Conditions are available upon request.
Interested installers should send statements and proposals to PRIDE, 2292 South Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501 until Mon., Aug. 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Emailed proposals will be accepted (verification of accuracy will be required at award) and may be sent to [email protected]. Faxed proposals will not be accepted. Detailed Insurance and Worker’s Compensation requirements are available upon request.
A selection committee will review, evaluate, and rate each bid based on their submitted Bid. PRIDE will contact the installer with the winning bid and enter into negotiations. If the parties are unable to negotiate a satisfactory agreement, the second ranked installer will be contacted. Once an installer has been selected, all unsuccessful installers will be promptly notified. The Selection Committee will adhere to the provision of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 3. No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied benefits of, or subjected to discrimination in the implementation of this program on the grounds of race, color, national origin or s*x. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
This work is funded in part by a grant from the Congressionally-directed Economic Development Initiative Community Project Funding under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023.

08/19/2026

Your hard work pays off!

We’re thrilled to announce that The Kentucky Wildlands/Eastern Kentucky PRIDE 2026 Cumberland Falls State Resort Park Cleanup is a finalist for the annual Beautify the Bluegrass award!!!

Now, we need YOUR help to bring this award home! 🏆It's time to vote for our project!

We're honored to be considered and grateful to Kentucky Living Magazine for the opportunity! Please take a moment to share this post and vote at the link below!

👉 Vote here: https://www.kentuckyliving.com/beautify

Special thanks to our event partners and sponsors:
• Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
• The Center for Rural Development
• McCreary Tourism
• McCreary County Fiscal Court
• Whitley County School District
• Whitley County Fiscal Court
• McCreary Co. School District
• South Kentucky RECC
• Walmart Somerset - Washington Dr
• Walmart Monticello - Highway 90
• Operation UNITE
• Ale-8-One
• Cumberland Falls Country, Whitley County Tourism

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08/13/2026

Tires continue to be a major source of pollution in our waterways. Looking for a way to help? Check out the Southfork Kentucky River Cleanup in Beattyville this weekend!

Calling on volunteers to help clean up the South Fork of the Kentucky River and protect one of our region’s most valuable natural resources. Every tire removed is a step toward cleaner water, healthier wildlife, and a better experience for everyone who paddles, fishes, and enjoys this river.

08/08/2026

Pulaski County:

Request for Bids from: Excavators / Contractors

The Center for Rural Development on behalf of Eastern Kentucky PRIDE Inc. is soliciting bids from contractors desiring to dig backhoe pits for site evaluations on septic systems for southern and eastern Kentucky. The successful bidder will be required to complete backhoe pits within fourteen (14) days of the date of the award. The Scope of Work, Request for Bid, and General Conditions are available upon request.

Interested installers should send statements and proposals to PRIDE, 2292 South Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501 until Mon., Aug. 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Emailed proposals will be accepted (verification of accuracy will be required at award) and may be sent to [email protected]. Faxed proposals will not be accepted. Detailed Insurance and Worker’s Compensation requirements are available upon request.

A selection committee will review, evaluate, and rate each bid based on their submitted Bid. PRIDE will contact the installer with the winning bid and enter into negotiations. If the parties are unable to negotiate a satisfactory agreement, the second ranked installer will be contacted. Once an installer has been selected, all unsuccessful installers will be promptly notified. The Selection Committee will adhere to the provision of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 3. No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied benefits of, or subjected to discrimination in the implementation of this program on the grounds of race, color, national origin or s*x. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.

This work is funded in part by a grant from the Congressionally-directed Economic Development Initiative Community Project Funding under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023.

08/04/2026

Check out this great opportunity in Bell County! Protecting your septic system helps keep your family, your neighborhood, and our waterways healthy!

This Thursday, August 6th, KWA is hosting a free How to Feed Your Septic System workshop in Bell County with UK Extension professor Brad Lee to learn how to properly care for your septic system-saving money and protecting your health. Learn about our Red Bird Restoration Project and find out if you qualify for a FREE or 80/20 cost share septic installation, replacement, or pump out. No registration required. Snacks and refreshments provided! Questions? Contact [email protected].