The state budget took two crucial steps toward its finale Wednesday. The Senate Appropriations and Revenue committee presented its version of the two-year biennial budget, and it moved through the Senate floor on the same day. The bill will now head back to the House for approval, but it’s likely to face additional changes via […]
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Brent Spence Bridge Repair on Track for Planned Completion
An aerial view, taken by drone, of the repairs underway on the Brent Spence Bridge, on schedule to be completed December 23. by Robin Gee Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Chief Jim Gray held a press conference to mark the official halfway point today with 21 days in on repairs to the Brent Spence Bridge. He […]
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Target date for Brent Spence Bridge reopening: December 23
Today Governor Andy Beshear gave an update with Transportation Cabinet Chief, Jim Gray and gave a Target date for opening of Brent Spence Bridge of December 23. Governor Beshear reported that through inspection of the bridge and laboratory analysis, that the bridge’s structure has not been compromised from a crash last week on the bridge. […]
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Ohio River Reopened to Water Traffic; Brent Spence Remains Closed Indefinitely
Water traffic has reopened, but the Brent Spence Bridge will remain closed for weeks as inspection, assessment and repairs move ahead after Wednesday’s crash and fire. by Robin Gee In an update on the Brent Spence Bridge closure caused by a two-vehicle accident early Wednesday morning, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced that, while the […]
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Opinion: Study Settles It – It’s Time for a New Brent Spence Bridge
This week a study commissioned by the Commonwealth of Kentucky took a fresh look at the Brent Spence Bridge corridor and possible alternatives. The study confirmed a new bridge is needed, something Chambers of Commerce, on both sides of the river, have been advocating for over 15 years now. With the conclusion of […]
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OPINION: The Time is Now to Build Brent Spence Bridge
Rep. Adam Koenig, R-Erlanger, (left) speaks with Rep. D. Chad McCoy, R-Bardstown, on the House floor. 02/07/2017. LRC.KY.Gov. By Rep. Adam Koenig For over 50 years now, countless vehicles have traveled from Northern Kentucky into Ohio, and vice-versa, on the Brent Spence Bridge. Whether it be to transport goods, travel, or engage in commerce, Brent […]
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P3 Bill Goes to Governor’s Desk
Brent Spence Bridge. Wikipedia. A bill that would allow government and private entities to enter into different public-private partnerships to fund Kentucky’s major infrastructure needs has received final passage in the House. House Bill 309, sponsored by Rep. Leslie Combs, D-Pikeville, and Majority Caucus Chair Sannie Overly, D-Paris, received final passage by an 86-8 vote […]
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Sec. Grimes Seek Input On Brent Spence Bridge, Other Economic Issues at Northern Kentucky Business Forum
Kentucky Sec. of State, Alison Lundegan Grimes. Provided. Though the Brent Spence Bridge project is not a Fort Thomas issue it will undoubtedly affect everyone in Northern Kentucky in one way or another. Sec. of State Alison Lundergan Grimes, Kentucky’s chief business officer, has emphasized the importance of building a new Brent Spence Bridge during frequent visits […]
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OPINION: Is Tolling the Brent Spence Bridge Even Constitutional?
Is tolling the Brent Spence Bridge constitutional?/CC by Adam Meier Disclaimer: Information presented herein is solely the opinion of the author who makes no warranties to the completeness or accuracy of this article. Readers should not rely solely on this information to make legal or financial decisions. One would assume that the Brent Spence Bridge […]
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Billboard Sparks New Fire in Brent Spence Bridge Debate
This billboard ad sparked controversy and was quickly changed after being posted Wednesday./BONBN More controversy has crossed the Brent Spence debate, this time involving a new billboard ad.
