Kentucky announces $22.4 million investment in railway and riverport improvements

FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KBSI) — Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced a combined $22.4 million investment in 21 projects aimed at improving railways and riverports across the state.

According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, the funding will support infrastructure improvements designed to strengthen freight transportation, encourage economic growth and create good-paying jobs.

The projects include construction of new rail lines, preservation of existing infrastructure, drainage improvements and equipment upgrades.

Funding will also support expanded warehouse and storage capacity and additional safety improvements at railway and riverport facilities.

State officials said the investments are intended to improve freight movement and strengthen Kentucky’s transportation infrastructure.

The transportation cabinet did not specify which communities or facilities will receive funding in its announcement.