New findings from Kentucky legislative researchers show the state awards significantly more road paving contracts to a single bidder than other nearby states, generally driving up the overall costs of the contracts. Legislative Research Commission staff presented the new findings to a committee of lawmakers Aug. 15 as a part of releasing an LRC report. That report from […]
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Daily closures on U.S. 27, AA Highway in Cold Spring begin Thursday
Temporary road closures on U.S. 27 and the AA Highway in Cold Spring will begin on Aug. 15 due to scheduled blasting operations associated with the Cold Spring Pointe development, with closures lasting for approximately 10 minutes daily at 7 p.m.
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All lanes of 4th Street Bridge reopened after $82k repair
The 4th Street Bridge in Covington and Newport has been repaired and now has a 19-ton weight limit, allowing school buses to once again use the crossing.
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Covington to accept $192K for Madison Ave. signal reconfiguration
The Covington City Commission has accepted about $192,000 from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to redesign traffic signals on Madison Avenue, aimed at improving traffic flow and reducing carbon emissions.
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$3.7M from state approved for Covington’s Scott and Greenup two-way conversion
The Covington City Commission will accept $3.7 million in federal and state funds to convert Scott and Greenup Streets to two-way traffic, with the project expected to be completed by the spring.
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Newport residents voice concerns about the 4th Street Bridge project
The 4th Street Bridge project has been the subject of discussion between Newport, Covington their residents and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, with concerns about the number of lanes and connectivity between sidewalks and the bridge to surrounding areas.
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Road closure on Four Mile Road in Campbell County begins Aug. 5
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is closing a portion of Four Mile Road in Campbell County for 24/7 repairs to a damaged culvert, with a detour in place to guide motorists around the work zone.
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Local minority-owned businesses ask for advocacy in Brent Spence Project
The Coalition for Transit and Sustainable Development of Greater Cincinnati has lodged a civil rights complaint with the Federal Highway Administration’s Office of Civil Rights, alleging that the Brent Spence Project violates the Civil Rights Act. The coalition presents its plan to the community, and local business owners ask for the coalition to advocate for their interests.
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State road construction causes concern among Kenton County mayors
Mayors of Kenton County expressed concern about the impact of road construction on property values, with some arguing that it discourages commercial development and affects local life.
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Norfolk Southern schedules repairs for Stevenson Road crossing in Erlanger
Norfolk Southern Railway announced that it will be conducting repairs for the Stevenson Road railroad crossing located in Erlanger next week. Specifically, Norfolk Southern will be replacing ties and resurfacing the road. The crossing will be closed to all traffic until all work is complete. This work is being performed by the railroad company. The […]
