Central Kentucky airport recommended for federal funding

LOUISVILLE, Ky (AP) — Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has recommended that the Appalachian Regional Commission approve a roughly $1 million infrastructure project that would extend wastewater collection and treatment service to the Central Kentucky Regional Airport. Beshear says existing water and sewer systems at the airport cannot support the anticipated future transportation needs. The need for upgrades is amplified by the presence of the Eastern Kentucky University flight school at the airport, which soon will create an aviation mechanic program that will use airport facilities. Beshear says the infrastructure upgrades will encourage more investments and bring more jobs to the region.