Kentucky Aluminum Processors Breaks Ground on New $40 Million Facility in Logan County

New operation will process the recovery of aluminum from dross and scrap material

Gov. Andy Beshear announced continued momentum of the state’s metals sector as Kentucky Aluminum Processors celebrated the groundbreaking of its previously announced $40 million aluminum processing facility in Russellville that will create 75 quality Kentucky jobs.



“Each company that chooses to locate a new project here in the commonwealth brings with them quality jobs and opportunities for Kentuckians,” said Gov. Beshear. “Our manufacturing industry is one of the largest sectors in the state and continues to grow because of quality companies like Kentucky Aluminum Processors choosing and trusting what we have to offer. I want to thank their company leadership in this joint venture opportunity and look forward to their success in Logan County.”

-The Lane Report

Library to operate SOKY Marketplace Pavilion

Warren County Public Library’s reach continues to grow.

Already operating The Capitol Arts Center on East Main Avenue and a number of new satellite locations, the library on Thursday reached an agreement with Warren Fiscal Court to start leasing on Jan. 1 the SOKY Marketplace Pavilion and Taylor’s Chapel community kitchen and building.

The five-year, $1-per-year lease is a natural fit, WCPL Director Courtney Stevens told Warren Fiscal Court magistrates and Judge-Executive Doug Gorman during Thursday’s meeting in the county courthouse.

-Don Sergent, Bowling Green Daily News

Logan Aluminum announces new President and Plant Manager

Logan Aluminum Inc. has announced the appointment of Steven Clarke as president and CEO and Jason Goodman as plant manager.

According to a release by Logan Aluminum Inc., both Clarke and Goodman’s roles will be effective starting Oct. 1.

Both follow current president/CEO Mike Buckentin and plant manager Paul Banks, who have plans to retire, the company says.

-WNKY Staff

Crops expected to suffer after regional drought

It’s a cool Tuesday evening, and Neal Ballance is busy shelling corn in a 450-acre field in Simpson County, helping his uncle John Ballance.

The Ballances have been in corn for a few weeks, and the harvest has done well. However, due to a prolonged period of inadequate or no rainfall for several weeks, soybeans in the Ballance fields and in fields across the region are hurting.

-Jack Dobbs, Bowling Green Daily News

Holley Performance’s LS Fest East brings record crowd to Beech Bend

Automotive aftermarket performance solutions provider Holley Performance Brands reports a successful wrap-up of its annual LS Fest East. Nearly 45,000 automotive enthusiasts attended the three-day festival at Beech Bend Raceway Park and 2,752 vehicles were part of the action, setting records for the flagship event.

Celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, Holley LS Fest East is the premier destination for automotive enthusiasts looking to celebrate everything LS and LT-powered. The event, held just minutes from Holley’s headquarters, featured a series of thrilling races, exhibitions and challenges throughout the weekend – all with a focus on safety, excitement and high performance.

-The Lane Report