After a US District Court ruling last spring, an estimated 100 unregulated billboard signs were erected across the state of Kentucky, particularly in the central and western Kentucky region. After a dispute between Lion’s Den Adult Superstore and state officials ended, US District Judge Justin Walker ruled against the state’s “content-based restrictions on free speech.”…
When the pandemic first began more than a year ago, everything was thrown into chaos and the only thing we knew is that we didn’t know how life would be affected. After examining this same topic in the spring of last year, it’s an interesting retrospect to see what’s still changed, what’s returned back to…
Over the last few months, significant progress has been made on two studies the MPO is actively working on to identify a new I-65 interchange in the southern part of the County and another on short-range efficiency modifications to GO bg’s transit service. Each study is getting nearer to completion and final recommendations from the…
District 3 The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is gearing up for a busy construction season throughout the Bowling Green/Warren County area. While the orange cones and barrels may mean some traffic impacts, it also means some great improvements to local roads when the projects are finished. The biggest project currently underway is the pavement…
As the new year rolls on and we start the beginning stages of putting the pandemic behind us, some things in development change and some things stay the same. Despite total numbers of zone changes being somewhat consistent, the number of single and multi-family lots approved is down from previous quarters, even when comparing past…
Reviving Main Streets has long been a topic amongst planners, and most likely a topic amongst many throughout communities nationwide. We all have particular images of what we envision when we think of a “thriving” downtown – this may be shaped by where you grew up, places you’ve visited, or even just places you’ve read…
Despite the pandemic woes, Warren County growth remains strong. There was a dip in second quarter numbers, mostly in March, but April picked back up and activity continued to increase. Multi-family approvals are down from previous years, but continue to trend slightly upward as a whole. Multi-family numbers are expected to increase next year. Several…
In a study led by consulting firm, Michael Baker International, the MPO and KYTC are analyzing the feasibility of a new interchange along the southern portion of Interstate-65 in Warren County. Local leaders have recognized the quickly growing population in the southern portion of Warren County; much of this spearheaded by the opening of the…
How can you describe a year like 2020? The pandemic pandemonium has certainly been a year of extremes, constantly adapting to ever-changing regulations, recommendations, and executive orders. Every person and business has faced challenges this year. Our community is resilient and always seems to find a way through the rough times together. This is inspiring…
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet – District 3 The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has spent the last several months in winter preparation and response mode. Up until this point in the season the winter weather has been mild, but crews remain ready to serve should winter weather create hazardous road conditions. We are also looking ahead at…