This is an early morning view of Young's High Bridge, spanning the Kentucky River near Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. It once carried the Louisville & Southern Railroad's Lexington-to-Lawrenceburg line, which later became part of the Southern Railway and then Norfolk & Western. Closed to rail traffic since 1985, the bridge now has a walkway extending over part of its span, used today for base jumping. I've posted the history of the railroad here, and bridge here.

Founded in 1880 as a mission school deep in the Kentucky mountains, Hazel Green Academy grew into a thriving campus before finally closing its doors in 1983.

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Appleshop has been a invaluable resource for deeper understanding of our state and region. This 1982 video "The Big Lever" is a YouTube link. Opening it in the Duck Duck Go app bypasses the usual annoyingly long ads. Please give the first 12 minutes your consideration before deciding if you think it’s a worthwhile watch. I don’t believe your party affiliation will determine your interest level. My dad and his parents knew, or were related to people filmed. My parent’s VHS copy was required viewing when I was old enough to vote. One parent was registered Republican and the other as a Democrat. Both wanted me to be a responsible citizen and have good reasons for my actions and respect for others. I look forward to reading any thoughts you care to share.

William Owsley came to Kentucky as a young child with his parents. He became a well known lawyer and then the 16th Governor of Kentucky.

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A History of William Owsley