AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEastern Kentucky Infrastructure Boost: U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers joined state and local leaders at Hazard Community and Technical College to deliver more than $30 million for water and wastewater and other infrastructure projects across nine southeastern Kentucky counties. Flood Recovery, Up Close: South Frankfort residents shared why they didn’t flee after the April 2025 Kentucky River flood—plus a look at how limited housing inventory still reflects the long tail of recovery. Outdoor Kentucky Spotlight: Mercer County’s Kentucky River Palisades are being promoted as a Bluegrass “best-kept secret,” with cliffside hiking, paddling, fishing, and swimming near Cummins Ferry RV Park. Road & Travel Planning: KYTC announced daily daytime closures on KY 55 (“Eminence Road”) in Henry County starting Aug. 19 for bridge maintenance, with detours via KY 22 and US 421. Safety on the Road: Kentucky State Police report a trooper rescued four people from a burning rollover on I-65 in Hardin County; all had minor injuries. Health & Back-to-School: Christian County confirmed a measles case with community exposure, and local health officials urged families to get immunizations up to date. Community Preparedness: Gov. Andy Beshear said the Kentucky National Guard upgraded MEDEVAC helicopters to HH-60M Black Hawks, extending rescue range and flight time.
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