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United Way of Central Kentucky Director of Development Brienne Smith said the organization is not just about raising money.
“We’re about bringing people together to lift one another up,” Smith said. “We’re about creating real, lasting change in the lives of our neighbors.”
Smith spoke during the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce’s September luncheon Wednesday in recognition of the kickoff for the United Way’s annual fundraising campaign. The chamber also hosted their annual volunteer expo, featuring several organizations that receive support from United Way.
Smith said the programs supported by United Way have a wide-ranging impact on the community.
“Your co-workers, your neighbors, your family members may have already been touched by these efforts,” Smith said. “That’s the power of United Way. It’s not just one person helping another. It’s all of us working together to create a community where everyone has the chance to succeed.”
The United Way encourages area businesses to inquire about learning more about organizing workplace campaigns, which Smith said is an opportunity to take action.
“Whether it’s $5 a paycheck or more, every dollar is maximized by investing in United Way of Central Kentucky and goes right back into the five counties that we serve,” Smith said. “Your gift will directly change lives right here at home.”
Learn more about the United Way of Central Kentucky by visiting their website or Facebook page.
A revised preferred alternative for the U.S. 150 Improvement Project between KY 49/Loretto Road and just west of KY 245 in Bardstown has been announced.
According to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District Four, the project is being conducted in partnership with the Federal Highways Administration. The purpose of the project is to alleviate traffic congestion and improve safety.
“There has been a lot of focus on the US 150 corridor over the last decade,” said KYTC District Four Public Information Officer Chris Jessie. “Now, primarily what you’ve seen go to construction at this point has been between Bardstown and Springfield. Of course, a couple of years ago, we wrapped up that project around the parkway interchange, and then now the ongoing project is near the Washington County line into Washington County.”
The next phase of the project is in Bardstown, from My Old Kentucky Home out to about the Bardstown Walmart.
“There’s a lot of crash history there to support needed improvements, safety improvements, and the corridor is obviously a busy one and really needs to provide a better level of service for all types of vehicles through that area,” Jessie said.
The work will include widening the roadway from two lanes to add a center turn lane, relocating Pottershop Loop to create a roundabout intersection with U.S. 150 and Springhill Drive, and the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of U.S. 150 and KY 49.
Updated exhibits and a virtual look at the revised preferred alternative is available on the KYTC District Four website.
A new company will be taking over trash collection duties in Radcliff after the sale of Green River Waste.
According to a release from Radcliff Mayor JJ Duvall, the city was not aware of the sale of Green River Waste to Republic Services until the mayor’s office was informed Tuesday morning, shortly after Green River employees were told of the sale.
Duvall noted that the sale of Green River is a private business transaction and therefore the city has no power to stop it, and noted that Green River’s franchise agreement for city garbage collection allows the franchise agreement to be assigned to another company “provided that certain legal and operational requirements were met.”
Duvall said Republic understands that they are “obligated to honor the remainder of the five-year contract pricing.” Radcliff residents will still use the residential and commercial cans that were provided by Green River. Customers will see a change in billing format from Green River’s normal card to Republic’s envelope.
Duvall said the city is working closely with Republic Services to ensure a smooth transition with no service interruptions. The city will provide updates as more information is received.