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The ECAHC will host its second Your Town Workshop on December 1-2, 2011. The workshop will explore development opportunities around two Elkhorn City attractions: the Russell Fork river and the Artists Collaborative Theatre. The goal is to produce an action plan to encourage economic opportunity and development in downtown Elkhorn City.
The workshop is a follow-up to the 2005 Your Town Workshop that brought together individuals from the Russell Fork corridor of Kentucky and Virginia. It resulted in a design and planning document, "The Russell Fork Connection...
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Trials for the US National Wildwater Team highlight the 2011 October season. The team will compete in the 2012 World Whitewater Championships. Competitors from across the country will gather October 14-16 for the two day competition. USA Canoe/Kayak, the national governing body for paddlesports competition, is sponsoring the competition with assistance from the Elkhorn City Area Heritage Council and Kentucky Sports Authority.Two...
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The Kentucky Highway Department surprised Emalene Lee at a project announcement ceremony by revealing a new bridge to Pond Creek would be named for her. Emalene was invited to the ceremony for working to make the bridge project possible. The new bridge will make access to the Pond Creek neighborhood far safer than the current situation. The bridge from RTE 460 will cross both the Russell Fork river and the CSX railway.Congratulations Emalene and thank you for ALL you do for the Elkhorn City Area...
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Our fifth annual Bushwhacking on the Russell Fork celebrates the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War. The encampment opens Friday morning for tours and an opportunity to speak with reenactors and historical figures. A full slate of events through the weekend include the opening parade, demonstrations, tea and dance, and two battles. For more information about this incredible event that is both entertaining AND educational, go to... -
Interested in learning whitewater basics or just want to pick up some new skills? The two largest whitewater clubs in the state--The Bluegrass Wildwater Association and the Viking Canoe Club--will hold a joint beginner clinic May 13-15 at the Russell Fork in Elkhorn City. The clinic is a great opportunity to learn beginner/intermediate whitewater skills, meet fellow boaters from around the state, and paddle the lower Russell Fork from Ratliff Hole to Elkhorn City.
Instruction will be provided by several ACA certified instructors and a handful of local paddling experts. The...
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The Honky Tonk Angels from Artists Collaborative Theatre sing the Star Spangled Banner at the US 460 Highway dedication ceremony. That's Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear who is obviously impressed with what he's hearing. The Honky Tonk Angels are Lauren Stewart, Sara Vazquez, and Ashley Fleming.
Excuse the early head blockage...it moves quickly.
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Governor Steve Beshear led a rostrum of heavy hitters, including the Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission, a state senator, state representative, and county judge, in dedicating the new US 460 highway project that will bring 4 lane access to Elkhorn City. The dedication was held at the Artists Collaborative Theatre on Patty Loveless BLVD.Every speaker pointed out Elkhorn City's potential as a major tourism destination and the positive impact the road project will...
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The RF Free for All is a float for nearly anybody. The mass start "anything that floats" race covers 2.5 river miles from the Ratliff Hole river access to the Elkhorn Beach. The course is mostly class 2, with a couple of more class 3 rapids to make it interesting. The Ledges (Meatgrinder) has an easy sneak or portage. We'll have safety and guides set there. The course is great for small...
