James Composites, which shares ownership with James Marine, has announced plans for a $5.8 million facility to produce fiberglass barge covers in Calvert City, Ky. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced… Read More
Author: Shelley Byrne
Capt. Josh Sanford Growing up in Harahan, La., Capt. Josh Sanford was always aware of the river and the boats on it. He remembers riding the steamboat Nachez and also… Read More
Capt. Scott Alvey After 18 years on a harbor boat, Capt. Scott Alvey decided to follow his dreams into the linehaul business. Now captain of Hines Furlong Line’s mv. Reggie… Read More
The River Discovery Center in Paducah, Ky., is inviting visitors to come experience the romance of the rivers for themselves this Valentine’s Day. The center will host “speed weddings” and… Read More
Ian McVicker The Paducah Propeller Club looked forward to the year ahead while reviewing past accomplishments at its January 14 meeting. The meeting was the first for new club president… Read More
A winter storm that hit much of the inland waterways system January 24-26 continued to cause impacts a week later, with below-freezing temperatures persisting in many areas. Ohio River One… Read More
The River Discovery Center in Paducah, Ky., is asking for industry and community support to upgrade its boat simulator, which the director described as a cornerstone exhibit. The… Read More
The Owensboro (Ky.) Riverport Authority is receiving $1.12 million in grant funds to construct an access road and an additional storage and loading area to support rail infrastructure expansion. Kentucky… Read More
A $250,000 grant award announced January 13 is another step toward making a new riverport in Wickliffe, Ky., a reality. Gov. Andy Beshear’s office announced the award, which the Kentucky… Read More
The Henderson County (Ky.) Riverport Authority reopened its bulk dock earlier this month following completion of a $2.2 million infrastructure improvement project. The facility, Ohio River Mile 808, acquired a… Read More
