The Casey County News

10/15/2025

🚧 KYTC Seeking Input on Proposed KY 70 Realignment Project in Casey County 🚧

KYTC is requesting public input on proposed improvements to East KY 70 in Casey County, from Moccasin Creek to Singleton Drive.

The project, part of the 2024–2030 State Highway Plan, aims to enhance safety and mobility along this stretch of roadway. Two realignment alternatives have been selected for final consideration.

🖥️ To submit your thoughts and to view the realignment alternates and project details visit the link below:
https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictEight/Pages/Casey-County-KY-70-Realignment.aspx

💬 Comments will be accepted through November 7, 2025.

Note: Comments made on this post will not be counted as official feedback.

09/26/2025

09/23/2025

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09/19/2025

KY 70 bridge reopening

UPDATE: 🚧 KY 70 in Casey County will reopen to traffic this afternoon. Crews will remain in the area over the next couple of weeks, so please be prepared for flaggers and drive with caution.

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🚧 CASEY COUNTY - KY 70 will be temporarily closed beginning Tuesday, Sept. 2 for bridge deck restoration work.

📍 Location: Green River bridge, between U.S. 127 and KY 1649
⏳ Duration: Approximately 4 weeks
➡️ A signed detour route will be in place

The schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Motorists should expect delays and allow extra travel time.

09/05/2025

UPDATE :::: KICK OFF IS AT 6P, YOUTH RECOGNIZED AT HALFTIME!!!

🏈🏈🏈FNL🏈🏈🏈

This Friday night is gonna be one to remember at Rebel Stadium — it’s BLACKOUT NIGHT so grab your black gear and pack the stands! 🖤❤️

The Rebels take on Adair County with kickoff set for 7:30 PM (ET).

Before the game, we’ll be shining the spotlight on the future of Rebel Football as we recognize our Casey County Youth Football program. These young athletes are the heart of what’s ahead, and we can’t wait to cheer them on!

🎟️ Come early, wear black, and get loud >>>> remember students get in for FREE

08/26/2025

UPDATE: 🚧 KY 70 in Casey County will reopen to traffic this afternoon. Crews will remain in the area over the next couple of weeks, so please be prepared for flaggers and drive with caution.

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🚧 CASEY COUNTY - KY 70 will be temporarily closed beginning Tuesday, Sept. 2 for bridge deck restoration work.

📍 Location: Green River bridge, between U.S. 127 and KY 1649
⏳ Duration: Approximately 4 weeks
➡️ A signed detour route will be in place

The schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Motorists should expect delays and allow extra travel time.

08/22/2025

🚧 Casey County - Beginning Monday, Aug. 25, KY 49 will be reduced to one lane for bridge deck restoration on the Martins Creek Bridge, located between Martins Creek Road and KY 78.

Temporary traffic signals will be in place during the closure. Work is expected to be complete by Sept. 25, weather permitting.

Drivers should expect delays and allow extra time for travel through the area🚦

04/25/2025

🚨 BOIL WATER ADVISORY – CITY OF LIBERTY 🚨

Effective immediately, a Boil Water Advisory is in place for residents and businesses along South 127, from the city limits to the Ag Center.

💧 Boil all tap water for at least 1 minute before:

Drinking
Cooking
Brushing teeth
Washing dishes

Updates will be shared here once the advisory has been lifted.

04/04/2025

KY 70 heading east from Liberty is flooded.

04/04/2025

Flooding ongoing

04/04/2025

Bypass is flooded and rising

02/16/2025

No substantial flooding occurred on the bypass in Liberty

Businesses are open! Floodwaters appear to be about 4 feet lower than they were at the crest point.

Pictured is the Ag/Expo center, looking toward the river/Liberty Island, which is still dealing with high water.