HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - According to Governor Andy Beshear, Kentucky is a national leader in manufacturing, and he proclaimed October as Manufacturing Month, recognizing the industry as a driver of the commonwealth’s economic growth and job creation.

“Manufacturing is a huge reason our economy is thriving, supporting thousands of businesses and providing jobs for hundreds of thousands of Kentuckians,” said Gov. Beshear. “Every day, Kentucky manufacturers play crucial roles in key industries including food and beverage; aerospace; automotive and electric vehicles; metals; agritech; health care and many others. From company leaders to our talented workforce, we’re showing the world there’s no better place than Kentucky for manufacturing.”

Officials say Kentucky is home to more than 6,000 m

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