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Danville in Boyle County has been at the center of #Kentucky history since the 18th century. This week's #Bluegrass120 has given us statesmen, workers, farmers and one-of-a-kind traditions like @DanvilleGABBF. @senatemajldr McConnell is grateful to highlight this community.

Shepherds House is an addiction treatment facility serving Boyle County. This week, @senatemajldr McConnell announced Shepherds House received more than $430,000 to help those in recovery reenter their #Kentucky community. #Bluegrass120
More here: sen.gov/N2O6

.@KyDistillers jumped into action during the coronavirus crisis. @senatemajldr McConnell visited @WTDistillery in Boyle County to thank its workers and local law enforcement for helping keep #Kentucky healthy. #Bluegrass120
@amnewsonline reports: sen.gov/2722

Since the Senate unanimously passed @senatemajldr McConnell's CARES Act, #Kentucky has received over $13 billion in urgent relief. Boyle County was sent $30 million to support healthcare heroes, @CentreC and its students, and other local programs. #Bluegrass120

In 2012, @senatemajldr McConnell spoke at @CentreC about one of its prominent alumni, Vice President John C. Breckinridge. He also spoke about John Brown and John Breckinridge beginning a series of speeches on prominent #Kentucky U.S. Senators who made history. #Bluegrass120

To help preserve #Kentucky's heritage in Boyle County, @senatemajldr McConnell delivered $400,000 to protect the Brinton House near Perryville Battlefield and the McDowell House. Through local dedication, these sites can continue to be appreciated for years to come. #Bluegrass120

Boyle County's history is deeply rooted in agriculture. When tobacco farmers were squeezed by decades-old quotas, @senatemajldr McConnell championed the Tobacco Buyout. Over the next decade, local farmers received $24 million to transition toward new opportunities. #Bluegrass120

Boyle County is a great place to live, work, and visit. @senatemajldr McConnell enjoyed spotlighting its cherished past and great people as this week's #Bluegrass120. He looks forward to his next visit to discuss #Kentucky's bright future.