New Pedestrian Safety Upgrades Begin on Dixie Highway Today

Radcliff, KY · July 20, 2026

Monday morning brings the first signs of the Dixie Highway safety project. Keep an eye out for the orange cones near the city center as crews get to work before the heat kicks in.

📰 The Lead

Today marks the start of a significant phase in the city’s effort to make Dixie Highway more navigable for those on foot. Contractors are beginning the installation of high-visibility crosswalks and synchronized pedestrian signals at three key intersections. This move follows a series of community forums where residents expressed concerns about the speed of traffic through the commercial corridor. Beyond just paint and lights, the project includes "bump-outs" to shorten the distance pedestrians have to cross. While lane closures will be limited to off-peak hours, expect some minor delays near the main shopping plazas through Friday. City officials hope these improvements will encourage more foot traffic to local businesses while reducing accidents. The next phase, involving decorative streetscaping, is scheduled for late autumn.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • School Registration Deadline Approaches — Parents have until Friday to complete online enrollment for the upcoming Hardin County Schools semester.

  • North Side Trash Collection Shift — Residents north of West Lincoln Trail will see pickup move one hour earlier starting this morning.

  • Youth Soccer League Sign-ups — Registration for the fall recreational season is now open at the Colvin Community Center front desk.

🌦️ Today's Outlook

  • High 87°F · Low 72°F — Drizzle Keep the umbrella handy for those light afternoon showers while running your errands.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Monday Morning Storytime — Radcliff Public Library, 10:30 AM Interactive reading and crafts for toddlers to start the week right.

  • Vine Grove: Community Garden Workday — City Park, 5:30 PM Help weed and water the shared plots; extra gloves are provided.

  • Fort Knox: Sunset Run Club — Sadowski Center, 6:30 PM A casual three-mile loop around the base—all fitness levels are welcome.

  • Elizabethtown: Trivia Night — Flywheel Brewing, 7:00 PM Test your knowledge on 90s pop culture for a chance at prizes.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • Optimist Park
    • This 15-acre space serves as a hub for local youth sports, featuring some of the best-maintained baseball diamonds in the county. It was originally developed through a partnership with local civic groups to ensure every child had a place to play.

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