VIDEO: Mountain Parkway Magoffin-Floyd Progress
By Shayla Lohman, Building Kentucky Check out this quick bird’s-eye-view look at the Magoffin-Floyd segment taking shape. From above, you can see the scale of the work underway as crews continue building this new 13-mile stretch of roadway connecting Salyersville to Prestonsburg. While much of the construction happens out of public view, aerial footage offers […]
EKPC breaks ground on natural gas power plant in Casey Co.
$500 million project expected to power 95,000 homes, create 23 jobs LIBERTY, Ky. (May 20, 2026) – East Kentucky Power Cooperative broke ground Wednesday on a new natural gas power plant in Casey County that will strengthen electric grid reliability and support growing energy demand in southern Kentucky. The plant, known as Liberty Station, is […]
VIDEO: New progress on the Magoffin-Floyd section of the Mountain Parkway Expansion
By Shayla Lohman, Building Kentucky Big progress is taking shape on the Magoffin-Floyd section of the Mountain Parkway, even if you can’t always see it. Take a behind-the-scenes look at what’s underway and hear from Mountain Parkway Expansion Project Manager, Aric Skaggs, as he shares the latest updates and what’s ahead.
VIDEO: The I-65 Central Corridor bridge replacement project ramps up ahead of full interstate closure
By Marina Fraire, Building Kentucky This summer’s temporary I-65 closure isn’t just about construction — it’s about rebuilding critical infrastructure that keeps Louisville moving. Learn why the closures are happening, what improvements are coming and what it means for the future of our city at i65centralcorridor.com.
Louisville Riverport Authority launches Master Plan to modernize, strengthening jobs and global trade
The Louisville Riverport Authority (LRA) announced today that it has launched a comprehensive Master Planning process to guide the future of the Louisville Riverport, one of Louisville’s’ largest industrial and logistics hubs. Managed by LRA, Riverport is home to more than 120 companies and represents more than 8,000 jobs across the area. Led by Kentucky-based […]
Don Mosier named next president & CEO of East Kentucky Power Cooperative
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Don Mosier will serve as the next president & chief executive officer (CEO) of East Kentucky Power Cooperative (EKPC). Mosier has served as EKPC’s chief operating officer and executive vice president since 2010. “I am honored to be selected as EKPC’s next CEO, and I look forward to building upon […]
Attorney General Coleman announces settlement with East Kentucky Power Cooperative limiting rate increase, fueling growth
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman recently announced a proposed settlement with East Kentucky Power Cooperative (EKPC) to preserve affordable and reliable electricity for more than 570,000 Kentucky homes, farms and businesses across 89 counties. The proposed settlement, which must be approved by the Public Service Commission, protects Kentuckians from double-digit rate […]
Lextran seeks public input to help shape the future of Lexington’s public transit
By Parry Barrows, Building Kentucky Lextran is developing a new Strategic Plan that will help shape the future of public transit in Fayette County — and they want your input. The agency has launched a public survey to capture community feedback, and they want to hear as many voices as possible. The survey is available […]
RideSmart KY launches interactive map to help riders find training
By Marina Fraire, Building Kentucky Kentucky motorcyclists now have a new way to find rider training opportunities. RideSmart KY has added a interactive training map to their website that makes searching for courses easier. No more scrolling through endless searches and lists – the interactive map allows riders to simply zoom into their region to […]
VIDEO: Rep. Blanton’s message on work zone safety
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky In the 2025 legislative session of the Kentucky General Assembly, the legislature passed HB 664 – also known as the Jared Lee Helton Act – which allows automated speed monitoring devices to be used by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet in work zones. Rep. John Blanton, the sponsor of HB 664, […]
Gov. Beshear breaks ground on final 13-mile segment of Mountain Parkway Expansion
By Parry Barrows, Building Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear joined local, state and federal officials to break ground on the final section of the Mountain Parkway Expansion – a 13-mile stretch of new four-lane highway that will connect Salyersville in Magoffin County to Prestonsburg in Floyd County. The final segment, known as Magoffin-Floyd, is the last […]
New automated speed enforcement devices are coming to work zones across Kentucky
By EmmaRose Atwood, Building Kentucky Automated speed enforcement in state highway work zones will better protect motorists and construction crews across the Commonwealth under a new Kentucky Transportation Cabinet initiative launching soon that supports Team Kentucky’s continued commitment to saving lives and creating safer conditions for everyone on the road. “Speeding through work zones isn’t […]
VIDEO: The Rebuild Mayfield project is underway to transform a community devastated by tornadoes
By Jamie Johnson, Building Kentucky In December 2021, Mayfield, Kentucky, endured a powerful EF-4 tornado that nearly wiped out the city’s downtown and caused mass devastation to the families who call Mayfield home. All the city’s municipal buildings were damaged beyond repair in the storm, and a massive cleanup effort was immediately underway to clean […]
VIDEO: Louisville Water, local partners announce $29 million project
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Last week, Bardstown Mayor Dick Heaton, Nelson County Judge Executive Timothy Hutchins and Louisville Water President & CEO Spencer Bruce announced a regional partnership to expand water access for businesses and residents located in Nelson County The partners – Louisville Water, North Nelson Water District and the City of Bardstown […]
University of Kentucky achieves major energy efficiency gains amid campus growth
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Over the last eight years, the University of Kentucky has realized remarkable success in energy efficiency through its Energy Program in Facilities Management. From fiscal year 2017 to 2025, while the university’s campus grew by 13.6 percent, energy use per square foot has decreased by an impressive 19.2 percent. This […]