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| Beshear Administration Authorizes Renewing Licenses, ID Cards Remotely | Beshear Administration Authorizes Renewing Licenses, ID Cards Remotely | Statewide | Frankfort | 5/29/2020 |
Gov. Andy Beshear today announced an official order temporarily authorizing circuit court clerk offices to process expired driving credential renewals and replacement requests remotely. |
| Contact Email:
naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Motorists urged to be safe behind the wheel as Kentucky reopens | Motorists urged to be safe behind the wheel as Kentucky reopens | Statewide | Frankfort | 5/22/2020 |
As Kentuckians transition from Healthy at Home to Healthy at Work, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety (KOHS) is asking motorists to help prevent an increase in crashes, injuries and deaths as traffic volumes increase. |
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erin.eggen@ky.gov |
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| Gov. Beshear Announces Limited Service Reopening of Frankfort Regional Driver Licensing Office | Gov. Beshear Announces Limited Service Reopening of Frankfort Regional Driver Licensing Office | Statewide | Frankfort | 5/18/2020 |
Gov. Andy Beshear today announced the regional driver licensing office at the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) building in Frankfort has reopened for limited services. |
| Contact Email:
naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; chuck.wolfe@ky.gov |
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| Gov. Beshear Announced Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Awarded $22.9 Million in CARES Funding | Gov Beshear Announced KYTC Awarded $22.9 Million in CARES Funding | Statewide | Frankfort | 5/7/2020 |
Gov. Andy Beshear announced today that the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has been awarded nearly $22.9 million for relief of public transit agencies that have been hit hard by the deadly COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Contact Email:
naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Kentucky Office of Highway Safety joins NHTSA in promoting motorcycle safety month | KOHS Joins NHTSA to Promote Motorcycle Safety Month Release | Statewide | Frankfort | 5/4/2020 |
In recognition of May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety joins the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in reminding motorists and motorcyclists to “share the road” conscientiously and courteously to... |
| Contact Email:
erin.eggen@ky.gov |
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| Transportation Cabinet Extends Emergency Order for Commercial Drivers Delivering Goods, Services in COVID-19 Pandemic Relief Effort | COVID-19 Motor Carriers Emergency Order Extension | Statewide | Frankfort | 4/10/2020 |
Kentucky Transportation Secretary Jim Gray today extended until June 1, 2020 an existing emergency order that temporarily lifts regulatory restrictions on motor carriers delivering goods and services critical to COVID-19 pandemic relief. |
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chuck.wolfe@ky.gov |
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| Transportation Cabinet issues emergency order for commercial drivers assisting in COVID-19 relief efforts | Transportation Cabinet Issues Official Order for commercial drivers | Statewide | Frankfort | 3/13/2020 |
In keeping with Gov. Andy Beshear’s declaration of emergency and safety focus for Kentuckians, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Secretary Jim Gray today signed an emergency order temporarily suspending certain regulatory restrictions on motor carriers... |
| Contact Email:
naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| REAL ID licenses now available at new REAL ID regional licensing office in Morehead | Rowan County Residents May Request REAL ID | Statewide | Frankfort | 3/9/2020 |
Beginning today, eastern Kentucky residents now have one more option to maintain U.S. air travel and military base entry thanks to the expansion of REAL ID-compliant card access at a new Morehead issuance location operated by the KYTC. |
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naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| I-Move Crews to Work on Brownsboro Road Tomorrow | I-Move Kentucky Brownsboro Bridge | Statewide | Louisville | 3/2/2020 |
Contractors for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s I-Move Kentucky project will close lanes on Brownsboro Road near Norton Commons Tuesday as they perform utility work in preparation for construction in the area. |
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ed@c2strategic.com |
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| REAL ID licenses available at new regional licensing office in Madisonville | New Regional REAL ID Office Opens in Madisonville | Statewide | Frankfort | 3/2/2020 |
Western Kentucky residents now have one more option to maintain U.S. air travel and military base entry thanks to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s (KYTC) expansion of REAL ID-compliant card access at a new Madisonville issuance location. |
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naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Gov. Beshear Awards $5 Million to Barkley Regional Airport for New Terminal | Gov. Beshear Announces Barkley Airport Funding | Statewide | Paducah | 2/24/2020 |
Today, Gov. Andy Beshear visited the Barkley Regional Airport to announce a $5 million state contribution to support the building of a new airport terminal that will improve access, enhance the customer service experience and encourage future growth... |
| Contact Email:
naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Kenton County Drivers Affected by Recent Covington Licensing Office Equipment Theft Can Request New Card at No Charge | Kenton County Driver's License Office Theft | Statewide | Frankfort | 2/20/2020 |
About 800 Kenton County driver’s license, permit and identification card holders may be receiving a letter from the Transportation Cabinet this month notifying them that they could potentially be impacted by a recent theft of driver licensing equipment. |
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naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Construction Starting Soon on I-Move Kentucky | I-Move Kentucky Construction Start | Statewide | Louisville | 2/11/2020 |
Contractors for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s I-Move Kentucky project will begin work this week along portions of the project corridor in Jefferson and Oldham counties. |
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ed@c2stragetic.com; naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Transportation Cabinet releases preliminary 2019 highway fatality count | Preliminary 2019 highway fatalities report | Statewide | Frankfort | 2/10/2020 |
Highway fatalities in Kentucky increased last year according to preliminary numbers from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s (KYTC) Office of Highway Safety (KOHS). Initial data indicates there were 734 fatalities in 2019, compared to 724 in 2018. |
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erin.eggen@ky.gov |
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| State transportation crews ready to respond to anticipated snowy conditions on roads | State crews prepared for expected snowfall | Statewide | Frankfort | 2/6/2020 |
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) snowfighters are ready for action as forecasts call for periods of light snow to fall Thursday in western Kentucky and sweep north and northeast tonight into Friday morning. |
| Contact Email:
naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Recommended Highway Plan is a responsible approach to improving highway safety and reliability while accelerating funding for key regional projects | 2020 Recommended Highway Plan Announcement | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/30/2020 |
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) presented the 2020 Recommended Highway Plan to lawmakers that prioritizes safety and fast-tracks major regional access projects to improve the quality of life for Kentucky families and boost economic development. |
| Contact Email:
naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Super Bowl LIV: Fans don’t let fans drive drunk | Super Bowl LIV Fans don’t let fans drive drunk | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/28/2020 |
Football fans across the country are gearing up to celebrate America’s most-watched sporting event, Super Bowl LIV, on Sunday, Feb. 2. |
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erin.eggen@ky.gov, naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Gov. Beshear, Secretary Gray Focus on Helping Kentuckians Obtain a REAL ID | Gov. Beshear, Secretary Gray Focus on Helping Kentuckians Obtain a REAL ID | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/22/2020 |
Gov. Andy Beshear and Transportation Secretary Jim Gray said today at the Kentucky Transportation headquarters they are focused on helping Kentuckians who need a REAL ID obtain one by the Oct. 1 deadline. |
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naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| REAL ID licenses available to Pulaski County Residents at new REAL ID regional licensing office in Somerset | Pulaski County Residents May Request REAL ID | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/22/2020 |
Kentuckians now have one more option to maintain U.S. air travel and military base entry thanks to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s (KYTC) expansion of REAL ID-compliant card access. |
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naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| REAL ID licenses available to McCracken County Residents at new REAL ID regional licensing office in Paducah | McCracken County Residents May Request REAL ID | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/22/2020 |
Kentuckians now have one more option to maintain U.S. air travel and military base entry thanks to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s (KYTC) expansion of REAL ID-compliant card access. |
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Naitore Djigbenou |
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| REAL ID licenses available to Warren County Residents during trial phase of regional licensing office in Bowling Green | Warren County Residents May Request REAL ID | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/13/2020 |
Warren County residents now have one more option to maintain U.S. air travel and military base entry.. |
| Contact Email:
Naitore.Djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| KYTC offers scholarships for civil engineering students | Engineering Scholarships | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/7/2020 |
KYTC offers two scholarship programs to help pay for tuition while providing employment. Applications open for the 2020-2021 school year. Interested students must apply by the Feb. 1, 2020 deadline for scholarship consideration. |
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Izzy House |
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| TARC launches Rapid: next generation bus service for Louisville | TARC launches Rapid | Statewide | Louisville | 1/6/2020 |
TARC is officially launching Rapid, the region’s first bus rapid transit (BRT) system, as part of the $35 million New Dixie Highway Project. |
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stephanie.caros@ky.gov; beverly@c2strategic.com |
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| Fayette County residents may apply for Voluntary Travel IDs in Frankfort before regional licensing office opens in Lexington | Fayette County residents may apply for Voluntary Travel IDs in Frankfort before regional licensing office opens in Lexingto | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/3/2020 |
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is expanding REAL ID-compliant card access at the Frankfort regional driver licensing office to serve Fayette County residents as the agency continues preparations to open a local regional office in Lexington. |
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naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| TARC Launches New Rapid Line | TARC Launches New Line | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/3/2020 |
Route will bring an enhanced level of service to Dixie Highway bus riders |
| Contact Email:
Naitore.Djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Simpson County Welcome Center Closing Jan. 2 for Demolition and Reconstruction | Simpson County Welcome Center Closing | Statewide | Frankfort | 1/3/2020 |
The Simpson County Welcome Center, built in 1974 and located at the zero mile marker on I-65 in southern Kentucky, is closing Jan. 2 for demolition and reconstruction with the new facility expected to be completed in the fall of 2020. |
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Wes.Watt@ky.gov |
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| Simpson County Welcome Center Closing Dec. 27 for Demolition and Reconstruction | Simpson County Welcome Center Closing Dec. 27 for Demolition and Reconstruction | Statewide | Frankfort | 12/26/2019 |
Today, state agencies announced the Simpson County Welcome Center, built in 1974 and located at the zero mile marker on I-65 in southern Kentucky, is closing Dec. 27... |
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Wes.watt@ky.gov |
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| Gift loved ones with peace of mind by registering an emergency contact on Transportation Cabinet website | Register an emergency contact through Emergency Notice | Statewide | Frankfort | 12/19/2019 |
As boxes get wrapped and online orders ship to gift to loved ones this holiday season, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) encourages residents to give the free, year-long gift of peace of mind by registering an emergency contact. |
| Contact Email:
naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Changes to Kentucky’s current and future special license plates to take effect Dec. 30 following passage of House Bill 341 | Changes to Kentucky’s current and future special license plates to take effect Dec. 30 following passage of House Bill 341 | Statewide | Frankfort | 12/18/2019 |
Administrative and pricing changes are ahead for the special license plate program to comply with legislative changes made during the spring General Assembly. |
| Contact Email:
Naitore.Djigbenou@ky.gov |
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| Voluntary Travel IDs now offered in Frankfort for Shelby County residents | Voluntary Travel IDs now offered in Frankfort for Shelby County residents | Statewide | Frankfort | 12/18/2019 |
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is expanding REAL ID-compliant card access to Shelby County residents as the agency makes strides to transition to a regional issuance model. |
| Contact Email:
Naitore.Djigbenou@ky.gov |
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