Good morning, Scioto County. A remarkable $34.2 million transformation is taking shape along our historic riverfront, with Governor DeWine recently breaking ground on projects that promise to reconnect our community with its aquatic heritage. The ambitious makeover—featuring a new park overlook, amphitheater, and trail network—arrives alongside the "Queen of Clean," a custom-built barge designed to remove debris from our waterways, symbolizing a renewed commitment to both celebrating and preserving our natural resources.
While our riverfront undergoes its dramatic evolution, mark your calendars for some notable events affecting daily life. Grammy winner Carly Pearce brings her "Hummingbird" tour to the Paramount Arts Center on October 10, with tickets available starting August 22. And for those traveling through Carter County tomorrow, plan alternate routes as KY 486 closes from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for drainage work between the county line and Ayla Drive, with detours directing traffic via KY 1122 to KY 1496 to KY 1.
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🌊 Ohio riverfront gets $34.2 million makeover in Portsmouth. Governor DeWine broke ground on transformational projects along the Ohio River, including a new park overlook, amphitheater, and trail network. The initiative is part of a larger $204 million Wonderful Waterfront Initiative benefiting 12 counties to expand waterway access and revitalize historic downtowns. DeWine also launched the "Queen of Clean," a custom-built barge equipped with a hydraulic crane to remove debris from the river as part of the H2Ohio water quality initiative. These projects aim to reconnect communities to their natural heritage while creating new economic and recreational opportunities.
🎵 Grammy winner Carly Pearce returns to Kentucky roots this fall. The country star will perform at Ashland's Paramount Arts Center on October 10, following the recent release of her fourth album "Hummingbird." Pearce comes to the Tri-State fresh off 45 sold-out shows supporting Tim McGraw's "Standing Room Only Tour." Fans can purchase tickets starting August 22 at 10 a.m. through the Paramount Arts Center website.
🚧 Kentucky highway closure will disrupt traffic Thursday. KY 486 in Carter County will be closed from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. as crews replace a drainage pipe underneath the roadway. The closure affects the section between the county line and Ayla Drive, with no through traffic permitted during this time. Drivers should follow detour signs routing traffic via KY 1122 to KY 1496 to KY 1. Officials note that the work schedule may change due to weather conditions or unexpected delays.
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