Owensboro is located on U.S. Route 60, about 107 miles southwest of Louisville. The 2015 population of Owensboro was just over 59,000 while the entire metropolitan population—which includes Daviess, Hancock, and McLean counties—was estimated at 116,500. Owensboro is located at the bend of the Ohio River in the western part of the state. It is … Continued
Known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington represents the heart of the Bluegrass region. It is one of two cities in Kentucky designated by the state as first-class (the other being Louisville). In the 2016 U.S. Census Estimate, the city’s population was 318,449, though the Lexington metro area population was more than 850,000. … Continued
The Evansville Metropolitan Area includes four Indiana counties (Vanderburgh, Gibson, Posey, and Warrick) as well as the Kentucky counties of Henderson and Webster. This area is sometimes referred to as Kentuckiana, though local media usually refers to it “the Tri-State.” The 38th parallel crosses the north side of the city and is marked on Interstate … Continued
Founded in 1797 and named for the wife of Colonel Andrew Hynes, Elizabethtown—or “E-town” as it is known among the locals—maintains a community center and numerous parks. The Elizabethtown Nature Park features the Veteran’s Tribute and pavilion. Several different shopping areas, including small shops, large department stores, and a fully enclosed mall are also within … Continued